Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Spring Lake Park, MN

I support individual adults (18+) in addressing challenges, some of which include healing and wellness from depression, anxiety, trauma (generational/PTSD/racial), life transitions, stress, low self-esteem, and cultural and relationship challenges. In doing so, I utilize person-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed, and systemic approaches in therapy with specific techniques from ACT, narrative, DBT, CBT, and EMDR. Clients can expect unconditional care, a sense of authenticity, respect for their unique story, and yes, even a space for humor when participating in one of my sessions.

I believe the collaboration between the client and the therapist is an essential process to help individuals to seek opportunities to meet their unique therapy needs and goals. I utilize elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques along with other evidence-based practices employing a holistic client-centered approach. I strive to provide compassionate, honest feedback as well as humor to bring positive change. I earned my Master of Arts degree in counseling from Adler Graduate School.

We all encounter hardships and struggles at various times in our lives. I deliver assessment and therapy services to children, adults, and families to identify possible mental health concerns and promote understanding and healing across the lifespan. I value taking the time to develop a meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients. I will join you and your family to discover insight, acceptance, and balance. It is my sincere hope that during our work together you experience flexibility, warmth, and compassion in order to overcome obstacles that may interfere with the overall health and well-being of you and your family.

Immediate Availability! My goal is to provide an environment where you feel safe, calm, and free from judgment. My treatment focused approach allows for a straight forward, yet casual style of therapy to help you address the struggles in your life. I am experienced in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma, and my population focuses especially on adults in occupations such as EMT/ LEO/ firefighter/nurses. I also have experience working with military and their families, as having been a military spouse myself, I can understand the deep nuances that run through this group.

My policy is, come as you are, in whatever state that may be. Are you going through what feels like a never-ending cycle of intrusive thoughts? Do you often find yourself stuck in an anxious loop, that eventually leaves you stuck and unable to make decisions? Whatever the concerns are, I can help stabilize your mind and find solutions to maintain a general sense of well-being and mental clarity. Usually this starts with addressing our emotions, bringing ourselves to a calm place in order to acknowledge the problems. Big problems are usually small at first, no matter how trivial they are, and it’s completely okay to talk about them!

My passion is helping individuals, couples and families live the lives they deserve. I am a straightforward, innovative therapist with an outstanding track record for helping my clients live healthy productive lives. My personal commitment to you as your therapist is to provide counseling and psychoeducation using Cognitive Behavior Therapy to promote healthy thinking and positive outcomes. I am a firm believer that in order to change behavior we have to gain insight into underlying beliefs that have developed over time through experiences.

Accepting NEW clients for Telehealth and in person! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from early childhood to end of life, helping people work through where they feel stuck, with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, engage in healing, and live life authentically and connectedly. I work with clients from an array of various backgrounds and presenting concerns - including doctors, single parents, homeless people, students, professional athletes, veterans, retirees, inmates, disabled people, homemakers, business people, teachers and so forth.

Struggling through life? Not where you thought you would be? Feeling things that are strange to you? Often times we worry what others will think of us when we make choices in life that may or may not align with everyone else. If you are struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors, don't worry, you are not alone.

I specialize in working with adults and couples, offering bilingual and biliterate therapy in Spanish and English. My passion lies in empowering individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds to discover their resilience and forge paths to fulfillment. I focus on areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am deeply honored to accompany you on your unique journey of growth and healing!

Congratulations on taking this brave first step toward change. We’re here to help! We provide a safe, reliable, and open environment to explore your concerns and help you achieve your goals. Whether you are coming to work on trauma, anxiety, depression, life change/stress or other goals, we are here to help in a nonjudgmental and compassionate space. We can support and guide you along your journey and we feel honored to meet you where you are and help you delve deeper to care for your true self. We welcome and affirm everyone from all walks of life including all ages, ethnicities, races, sexual orientations, & gender identities.

Immediate openings (virtual and in-person therapy)! We invite women & families of all kinds and sizes as we partner with you in growth + healing. Providers are VMHC are uniquely specialized to empower individuals seeking support for anxiety, sexuality, self-identity and self-acceptance, a traumatic childhood or event, perfectionism and burn-out, parenting stress, heartache associated with infertility, pregnancy complications/loss, impact of birth trauma, or postpartum challenges, autism, ADHD, and/or depression. Let's connect!

We all have the capacity to grow and heal. I honor the courage it takes to reach out for support and make the choices and changes necessary to find peace and fulfillment in life. Whether stuck in unsatisfying patterns, navigating transitions or challenging relationships, living with impacts of mental heath, trauma or life and work stress, I work collaboratively to develop insights, practical coping tools and uncover your resilient qualities. Therapy is a relational process and we will work together to reach your goals, often by exploring ways your life experiences have impacted you and finding strategies for relief and empowerment.

Fatima Mohamed is a dedicated and bilingual professional, bringing a unique blend of cultural sensitivity and clinical expertise to the field of mental health and addiction counseling. As a Muslim, Somali female, she is committed to providing inclusive and culturally competent care to individuals and communities. Fatima's clientele spans across various demographics, as she provides services to individuals, couples, children, and adolescents. Her commitment to inclusivity extends to her work within the Muslim community and the Somali population, where she strives to bridge cultural gaps and provide a safe space for healing.

I am a firm believer in the power of relationships, to both hurt and heal. In my work with clients, I let the idea harms inflicted through relationships must be healed through relationships guide my approach. If we work together, expect me to be genuine, direct, and caring. I use empathy, humor, and curiosity to provide a feeling of safety and a secure base for clients to explore. I have experience with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders and specialize in the areas of: anxiety, life transitions (especially menopause/perimenopause), parenting, and addiction (those who struggle with addiction and their loved ones).

Now Accepting New Clients! My area of expertise is centered around working with individuals with a history of mental health disorders such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, personality disorders, PTSD, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. In addition, I have ample experience working with clients dealing with self-harm behaviors, suicidal ideations, chronic stress, family conflict, and low self-esteem. Clients who see me aim to develop coping and adaptive skills to manage life difficulties, resolve conflicts, heal traumatic experiences, and develop a healthier sense of self.