Therapists in Downtown, Saint Paul, MN
Lauren Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102
My interest areas are marriage and relational concerns, family struggles, depression, anxiety, ethical non-monogamy, LGBTQIA+, and gender and sexual identity.
Struggling with mental health? Relationship difficulties? Whether you're seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or for your entire family system, I'm here to help. I use a client-centered approach and believe therapy works best when compassion, empathy, and humor are in the mix.
My interest areas are marriage and relational concerns, family struggles, depression, anxiety, ethical non-monogamy, LGBTQIA+, and gender and sexual identity.
Struggling with mental health? Relationship difficulties? Whether you're seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or for your entire family system, I'm here to help. I use a client-centered approach and believe therapy works best when compassion, empathy, and humor are in the mix.
Art of Counseling, PLLC
MA, ATR-BC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Art of counseling pllc offers art therapy, traditional talk therapy, and EMDR for individual, group and family services.
I have experience with trauma, sever mental illness and life transitions. I work at my client's pace and follow the road they take in therapy. My approach is to give gentle guidance, educate, and creatively blend a holistic trauma-informed stance, which is the best success for healing. The creative process, through visual art and storytelling, opens up the unconscious mind, cleansing emotional pain while giving a common universal language. I explore with the client many curiosities of the human condition. Helping to connect the behaviors that motivate us to balance our individual strengths and inherit capacity for good social interest.
Art of counseling pllc offers art therapy, traditional talk therapy, and EMDR for individual, group and family services.
I have experience with trauma, sever mental illness and life transitions. I work at my client's pace and follow the road they take in therapy. My approach is to give gentle guidance, educate, and creatively blend a holistic trauma-informed stance, which is the best success for healing. The creative process, through visual art and storytelling, opens up the unconscious mind, cleansing emotional pain while giving a common universal language. I explore with the client many curiosities of the human condition. Helping to connect the behaviors that motivate us to balance our individual strengths and inherit capacity for good social interest.
Susan Balto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults aged 18+, in addition family therapy.
Your reasoning for seeking therapy is specific and unique. My name is Susan and I help my Clients to create a safe place to explore, grow, and better understand their feelings and motivations. Together, we will find new ways to listen deeply and understand the roots of the patterns keeping you stuck, frustrated, or lost. I believe that therapy is a learned skill that we will refine together to come up with a course of therapy that suits your personal values, preferences, and needs.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults aged 18+, in addition family therapy.
Your reasoning for seeking therapy is specific and unique. My name is Susan and I help my Clients to create a safe place to explore, grow, and better understand their feelings and motivations. Together, we will find new ways to listen deeply and understand the roots of the patterns keeping you stuck, frustrated, or lost. I believe that therapy is a learned skill that we will refine together to come up with a course of therapy that suits your personal values, preferences, and needs.
Davis Maxwell Shryer
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
All diseases affect everyone in the family and can be pervasive.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I believe in the dignity of all people. Every client has a story that needs to be told in a safe and trustworthy environment. The typical client I see often experience issues with depression or anxiety. Every problem has a solution and it my job to help you find the answer, both immediate and long-term. My goal is to help you live a safer, happier and more healthy life. I promise our time together will be respectful and productive.
All diseases affect everyone in the family and can be pervasive.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I believe in the dignity of all people. Every client has a story that needs to be told in a safe and trustworthy environment. The typical client I see often experience issues with depression or anxiety. Every problem has a solution and it my job to help you find the answer, both immediate and long-term. My goal is to help you live a safer, happier and more healthy life. I promise our time together will be respectful and productive.
Samantha Widman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Many of my clients identify as "people pleasers", and say they feel stuck in a difficult relationship with their family or partner. They may struggle setting boundaries and have a history of abandoning themselves in order to "keep the peace" with others. Some grew up in erratic or dysfunctional families where "walking on eggshells" was common and familiar. As adults, they have learned to tolerate dysfunction and may subconsciously select partners who are similarly invalidating, defensive, critical or otherwise difficult to please. As a result, these inner child wounds now show up in their adult relationships.
Many of my clients identify as "people pleasers", and say they feel stuck in a difficult relationship with their family or partner. They may struggle setting boundaries and have a history of abandoning themselves in order to "keep the peace" with others. Some grew up in erratic or dysfunctional families where "walking on eggshells" was common and familiar. As adults, they have learned to tolerate dysfunction and may subconsciously select partners who are similarly invalidating, defensive, critical or otherwise difficult to please. As a result, these inner child wounds now show up in their adult relationships.
Cate Gerth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Through my experiences, I have come to appreciate how family conflict, past trauma, abuse, and addiction influence one’s ability to cope and manage difficult times.
When challenges interrupt life, making it difficult to manage, having a therapist/guide to help you regain your potential gets you where you want to be sooner with greater success. We live in a culture that often encourages us to “just tough it out”. We can begin to believe that asking for help means admitting failure, and we fall further into despair. The truth is the therapy process creates space and time for you to explore what is at the root of those challenges. We will work together to build a genuine therapy relationship that supports your journey toward improved functioning and life satisfaction.
Through my experiences, I have come to appreciate how family conflict, past trauma, abuse, and addiction influence one’s ability to cope and manage difficult times.
When challenges interrupt life, making it difficult to manage, having a therapist/guide to help you regain your potential gets you where you want to be sooner with greater success. We live in a culture that often encourages us to “just tough it out”. We can begin to believe that asking for help means admitting failure, and we fall further into despair. The truth is the therapy process creates space and time for you to explore what is at the root of those challenges. We will work together to build a genuine therapy relationship that supports your journey toward improved functioning and life satisfaction.
Jamie Vander Velden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101 (Online Only)
I work with people from the ages of 12 to 100! I specialize in trauma and use a solution focused approach. I am trained in EMDR and love seeing the small successes clients achieve. I also offer clinical supervision.
I work with people from the ages of 12 to 100! I specialize in trauma and use a solution focused approach. I am trained in EMDR and love seeing the small successes clients achieve. I also offer clinical supervision.
Ashley Schultz Henricksen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Is your inner critic the loudest voice in your head? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or stuck? Being human can be incredibly difficult. It can also be incredibly beautiful. Do you find yourself losing sight of the beautiful parts? I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and difficulty with their self-esteem to overcome these experiences and build a life that is more satisfying and in line with their values.
Is your inner critic the loudest voice in your head? Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions or stuck? Being human can be incredibly difficult. It can also be incredibly beautiful. Do you find yourself losing sight of the beautiful parts? I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and difficulty with their self-esteem to overcome these experiences and build a life that is more satisfying and in line with their values.
Amanda Stranko
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101 (Online Only)
Since entering the field five years ago, I have worked with clients around general mental health concerns and healthy sexuality, especially the impacts this can have on a person's mental health. Our goals will be to discover healthy and appropriate coping skills to managing mental health concerns. In doing so, you will have a better understanding of yourself and the concerns that bought you to see me.
Since entering the field five years ago, I have worked with clients around general mental health concerns and healthy sexuality, especially the impacts this can have on a person's mental health. Our goals will be to discover healthy and appropriate coping skills to managing mental health concerns. In doing so, you will have a better understanding of yourself and the concerns that bought you to see me.
Emily R Anastasio
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101 (Online Only)
Would you like to better understand yourself and feel more confident, resilient, and at ease in your day to day life? Do you have a teenager or college student who is awesome in so many ways, yet also struggling at the same time? I'm Dr. Emily Anastasio, and my private practice is intentionally small and dedicated to helping each individual I work with not just cope with life, but thrive. I offer highly personalized attention and the highest degree of confidentiality. I also offer a Therapy First approach for those with gender dysphoria, which is now rare in the field of mental health.
Would you like to better understand yourself and feel more confident, resilient, and at ease in your day to day life? Do you have a teenager or college student who is awesome in so many ways, yet also struggling at the same time? I'm Dr. Emily Anastasio, and my private practice is intentionally small and dedicated to helping each individual I work with not just cope with life, but thrive. I offer highly personalized attention and the highest degree of confidentiality. I also offer a Therapy First approach for those with gender dysphoria, which is now rare in the field of mental health.
Peter Meilahn, MA, LPCC
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
My clients can change anxiety, ADHD, autism, or pain with live heart and brain feedback called biofeedback or neurofeedback in online visits. Clients control music volume on their phones with their calm attention levels with free biofeedback equipment I provide. It is easy mindfulness therapy for kids and adults. It is proven to work as well as medication for anxiety, ADHD, and pain. I have years of experience as a therapist, and have taught clinicians at The University of MN Medical Center and elsewhere. Insurance covers this service. To schedule a 20 minute call, click here: https://neurotherapy.intakeq.com/booking
My clients can change anxiety, ADHD, autism, or pain with live heart and brain feedback called biofeedback or neurofeedback in online visits. Clients control music volume on their phones with their calm attention levels with free biofeedback equipment I provide. It is easy mindfulness therapy for kids and adults. It is proven to work as well as medication for anxiety, ADHD, and pain. I have years of experience as a therapist, and have taught clinicians at The University of MN Medical Center and elsewhere. Insurance covers this service. To schedule a 20 minute call, click here: https://neurotherapy.intakeq.com/booking
Jessie Cylkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
My practice has multiple providers taking new patients. We provide a space where you can express yourself without fear of judgment. The goal is to understand your experience and work to see things in a new light in order to bring a renewed sense of hope. Establishing a strong toolbox of coping skills along with raised awareness of what brought you into therapy can bring a stronger sense of empowerment for positive change. I believe everyone has the ability to navigate what life throws at us and make meaning from those challenges. "Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. The best is yet to come.” ― Zig Ziglar
My practice has multiple providers taking new patients. We provide a space where you can express yourself without fear of judgment. The goal is to understand your experience and work to see things in a new light in order to bring a renewed sense of hope. Establishing a strong toolbox of coping skills along with raised awareness of what brought you into therapy can bring a stronger sense of empowerment for positive change. I believe everyone has the ability to navigate what life throws at us and make meaning from those challenges. "Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. The best is yet to come.” ― Zig Ziglar
Hafia Gray
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Waitlist for new clients
UPDATE: My therapy caseload is currently full. Namaste! My name is Hafia and I have passionately worked in the mental health/social services field for over 15 years. I hold professional licenses in drug and alcohol counseling (LADC) and professional clinical counseling (LPCC). I believe in taking a supportive, person-centered approach when working with clients, and I keep trauma-conscious practices at the forefront of my clinical and community work.
UPDATE: My therapy caseload is currently full. Namaste! My name is Hafia and I have passionately worked in the mental health/social services field for over 15 years. I hold professional licenses in drug and alcohol counseling (LADC) and professional clinical counseling (LPCC). I believe in taking a supportive, person-centered approach when working with clients, and I keep trauma-conscious practices at the forefront of my clinical and community work.
William Schultz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Wondering if you have OCD? Looking for OCD treatment (such as ERP)? Signs of OCD include anxiously asking "What if..." questions like: What if I contact a germ in the environment? What if I left the stove on? What if I hit someone with my car? What if I uncontrollably do something terrible? What if something bad happens to my baby? What if I can't trust my memory? If these questions are frequently on your mind (especially if you're often anxious, repetitively check, seek reassurance, or avoid situations most others don't), you could be experiencing symptoms of OCD, a form of anxiety which can take over your life.
Wondering if you have OCD? Looking for OCD treatment (such as ERP)? Signs of OCD include anxiously asking "What if..." questions like: What if I contact a germ in the environment? What if I left the stove on? What if I hit someone with my car? What if I uncontrollably do something terrible? What if something bad happens to my baby? What if I can't trust my memory? If these questions are frequently on your mind (especially if you're often anxious, repetitively check, seek reassurance, or avoid situations most others don't), you could be experiencing symptoms of OCD, a form of anxiety which can take over your life.
Adam Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Hi, I'm Adam. Therapist shopping can be difficult! Some general info about me: I have a psychodynamic orientation (which means I believe that the relationship between the therapist and you is an important part of the process). My work is informed by buddhist ideas (i.e., most suffering comes from attachment to something). I like to use humor and poetry in therapy. In the end, I believe we need to feel some sense of connection with the person we are working with, so I encourage you to "shop" until you find the person who feels right to you.
Hi, I'm Adam. Therapist shopping can be difficult! Some general info about me: I have a psychodynamic orientation (which means I believe that the relationship between the therapist and you is an important part of the process). My work is informed by buddhist ideas (i.e., most suffering comes from attachment to something). I like to use humor and poetry in therapy. In the end, I believe we need to feel some sense of connection with the person we are working with, so I encourage you to "shop" until you find the person who feels right to you.
NuVyb Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55102 (Online Only)
Hurting? Feeling Alone? Stressed out? Uncertain about the future? Is the weight of day to day life feeling unbearable right now? Daily ongoing stress can have a negative impact on your health and well-being. It may be difficult to believe that life can be good again when we are facing so many unknowns. Let me hold it with you. . . traumatic events, losing people and connections, parenting challenges or simply questioning parts of life that don’t make sense. It is helpful to have a trusted person to openly talk to, sort out conflicting emotions, gain insight, and develop a plan to live your desired life again.
Hurting? Feeling Alone? Stressed out? Uncertain about the future? Is the weight of day to day life feeling unbearable right now? Daily ongoing stress can have a negative impact on your health and well-being. It may be difficult to believe that life can be good again when we are facing so many unknowns. Let me hold it with you. . . traumatic events, losing people and connections, parenting challenges or simply questioning parts of life that don’t make sense. It is helpful to have a trusted person to openly talk to, sort out conflicting emotions, gain insight, and develop a plan to live your desired life again.
Jennifer Kokes
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Beginning October 24th, Summer Counseling is moving to Oakdale and adding new afternoon and evening hours! Starting therapy can be scary or intimidating for anyone. At Summer Counseling we offer therapy for ages 4+ with therapists with a wide range of specialties-including EMDR, DBT, Play Therapy, LGBTQIA+ specialists and more. The amazing thing about therapy is that there are so many ways to achieve your goals. We have openings for children and adults for in-person or telehealth appointments and we're happy to introduce you to one of our excellent therapists to help with your mental health needs.
Beginning October 24th, Summer Counseling is moving to Oakdale and adding new afternoon and evening hours! Starting therapy can be scary or intimidating for anyone. At Summer Counseling we offer therapy for ages 4+ with therapists with a wide range of specialties-including EMDR, DBT, Play Therapy, LGBTQIA+ specialists and more. The amazing thing about therapy is that there are so many ways to achieve your goals. We have openings for children and adults for in-person or telehealth appointments and we're happy to introduce you to one of our excellent therapists to help with your mental health needs.
Kathleen Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55101 (Online Only)
Living with, and adjusting to, a life with chronic pain, autoimmune disease, chronic health conditions and disability, can be complicated. Even the inevitable process of aging, comes with its adjustment challenges. We will work together to build new coping strategies. I am familiar with the myriad of feelings that can result from a diagnosis; feelings such as anger, isolation, powerlessness and betrayal. I will help you challenge thoughts that are not helpful and develop new ways to think about issues and find solutions.
Living with, and adjusting to, a life with chronic pain, autoimmune disease, chronic health conditions and disability, can be complicated. Even the inevitable process of aging, comes with its adjustment challenges. We will work together to build new coping strategies. I am familiar with the myriad of feelings that can result from a diagnosis; feelings such as anger, isolation, powerlessness and betrayal. I will help you challenge thoughts that are not helpful and develop new ways to think about issues and find solutions.
Mirlie Abraham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Saint Paul, MN 55104
Not accepting new clients
Everyone comes from different backgrounds and challenges that can throw you off course. With proper guidance, support, and work, life can be promising again. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with couples, individuals, and families facing a variety of different challenges. I work with my clients to develop a genuine connection through compassion, honesty, trust, and support. Originating from Haiti, I am a diverse therapist that works well with various backgrounds and cultures. I am always interested in acquiring more knowledge on all cultures in today’s society.
Everyone comes from different backgrounds and challenges that can throw you off course. With proper guidance, support, and work, life can be promising again. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with couples, individuals, and families facing a variety of different challenges. I work with my clients to develop a genuine connection through compassion, honesty, trust, and support. Originating from Haiti, I am a diverse therapist that works well with various backgrounds and cultures. I am always interested in acquiring more knowledge on all cultures in today’s society.
Online Therapists
Megan Sigmon-Olsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55116
I have extensive experience providing teen & family therapy.
I have the awesome privilege of getting to work with teens, families, adults and therapists all day long. I often meet teens who are uncomfortable with the idea of going to therapy. If your teen works with me, I will work closely with them to ensure that therapy with me isn't uncomfortable. I read teens well & will work hard to help your teen have a positive therapy experience. Teens are accepted in my practice for who they are in the world & they have told me that this acceptance is helpful to them during a time of intense growth & change.
I have extensive experience providing teen & family therapy.
I have the awesome privilege of getting to work with teens, families, adults and therapists all day long. I often meet teens who are uncomfortable with the idea of going to therapy. If your teen works with me, I will work closely with them to ensure that therapy with me isn't uncomfortable. I read teens well & will work hard to help your teen have a positive therapy experience. Teens are accepted in my practice for who they are in the world & they have told me that this acceptance is helpful to them during a time of intense growth & change.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.