Therapists in Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN
Lisa Cowley
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders are my area of specialty. I offer one-on-one therapy, family therapy, parenting therapy, and a group therapy called Living with Schizophrenia. The social services many clients benefit from (social workers, psychiatrists, etc.) are often difficult to find, and I collaborate with families, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and others to help you figure out what you need and how to get it. I also provide support for the emotional costs of the illness and help clients learn skills to manage their symptoms. Sessions are usually fully covered by insurance.
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders are my area of specialty. I offer one-on-one therapy, family therapy, parenting therapy, and a group therapy called Living with Schizophrenia. The social services many clients benefit from (social workers, psychiatrists, etc.) are often difficult to find, and I collaborate with families, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and others to help you figure out what you need and how to get it. I also provide support for the emotional costs of the illness and help clients learn skills to manage their symptoms. Sessions are usually fully covered by insurance.
Heather B Trangsrud
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (Online Only)
I have special interest and expertise working with university students, comorbid chronic pain & mental health concerns, grief & loss, multicultural issues & identities (e.g., individuals who are racially/culturally diverse or identify as LGBTQ), life adjustments such as parenthood, relationship concerns (friendship, family, and dating including sexuality/intimacy), career transitions, family of origins issues, identity concerns, personal growth, & trauma.
I have special interest and expertise working with university students, comorbid chronic pain & mental health concerns, grief & loss, multicultural issues & identities (e.g., individuals who are racially/culturally diverse or identify as LGBTQ), life adjustments such as parenthood, relationship concerns (friendship, family, and dating including sexuality/intimacy), career transitions, family of origins issues, identity concerns, personal growth, & trauma.
Dr. Sam Zaid
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (Online Only)
Are you a therapist, helper, or healer who needs to receive a little (or a lot) of your own medicine? We all deserve to feel rooted and connected. We all deserve to feel empowered and authentic. You deserve to thrive! I see myself as a shamanic fairy godmother: we'll get you to your happily ever after, but the journey will be an adventure. Therapy is an invitation to transform ourselves, our relationships, and our lives. Through conversation, genuine compassion, humor, and intuition, I offer clients safety to create subtle and powerful changes.
Are you a therapist, helper, or healer who needs to receive a little (or a lot) of your own medicine? We all deserve to feel rooted and connected. We all deserve to feel empowered and authentic. You deserve to thrive! I see myself as a shamanic fairy godmother: we'll get you to your happily ever after, but the journey will be an adventure. Therapy is an invitation to transform ourselves, our relationships, and our lives. Through conversation, genuine compassion, humor, and intuition, I offer clients safety to create subtle and powerful changes.
Kesma Flame Lily LLC
Counselor, MSc, LPCC, S
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
We are a Private Group Practice that adolescents and adults provide therapy to individuals with the diagnosis of anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, self-image/esteem, gambling, difficulty adjusting to life stress, and trauma. We hold a dual license and experience in both mental health and chemical dependency.
We are a Private Group Practice that adolescents and adults provide therapy to individuals with the diagnosis of anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, self-image/esteem, gambling, difficulty adjusting to life stress, and trauma. We hold a dual license and experience in both mental health and chemical dependency.
Ana V Lozano
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (Online Only)
I believe that healing is possible regardless of whatever obstacles you have previously faced and that everyone deserves to live the life they truly want. Clients say that working with me is like having a personal cheerleader in their pocket, someone who sees the best in them. My sessions are supportive, warm, friendly, validating, and empowering. I believe that good therapy will be impactful on your healing journey. Helping people heal is my passion and calling. I also strive to create a judgment-free space so you can fully and authentically express yourself in sessions. I also speak Spanish.
I believe that healing is possible regardless of whatever obstacles you have previously faced and that everyone deserves to live the life they truly want. Clients say that working with me is like having a personal cheerleader in their pocket, someone who sees the best in them. My sessions are supportive, warm, friendly, validating, and empowering. I believe that good therapy will be impactful on your healing journey. Helping people heal is my passion and calling. I also strive to create a judgment-free space so you can fully and authentically express yourself in sessions. I also speak Spanish.
Kathleen Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (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.
Brianna M Pezon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
Hannah Dufek
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Transitions in life are often difficult to manage, yet they happen in all sorts of ways. Whether you’re navigating changes in a relationship, looking to change a habit, experiencing different living environments, wanting to get to know new parts of your identity, or more…change can involve a lot of uncertainty and stress, but you don’t have to do it alone. My purpose here is to help you work through all sorts of life changes by reflecting on how you’ve gotten to where you are now while also exploring ways to get you where you’re hoping to go.
Transitions in life are often difficult to manage, yet they happen in all sorts of ways. Whether you’re navigating changes in a relationship, looking to change a habit, experiencing different living environments, wanting to get to know new parts of your identity, or more…change can involve a lot of uncertainty and stress, but you don’t have to do it alone. My purpose here is to help you work through all sorts of life changes by reflecting on how you’ve gotten to where you are now while also exploring ways to get you where you’re hoping to go.
Meghan Jean Wilson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that we are all doing the best we can with what we have at the time. I also believe that your ways of coping make sense, given your context and the tools you have had access to. I hold gratitude and respect for your resourcefulness in finding a way to get through whatever traumas you've experienced, and I'm here to help if you are looking for more effective tools going forward.
I believe that we are all doing the best we can with what we have at the time. I also believe that your ways of coping make sense, given your context and the tools you have had access to. I hold gratitude and respect for your resourcefulness in finding a way to get through whatever traumas you've experienced, and I'm here to help if you are looking for more effective tools going forward.
Emma Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, LMFT-I
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Emma (she/they)! I'm a strong believer that our bodies hold inherent wisdom and that they are trustworthy. I also believe that the stories we tell ourselves shape our realities, and that therapy is a unique and powerful exploration of those stories. I dream of co-creating a therapeutic environment where you can take up space, breathe a sigh of relief, and be courageous in your exploration of yourself. I resonate with therapy frameworks found in Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems, with a foundation in embodiment, somatics, and the impacts of our developmental experiences.
Hi, I'm Emma (she/they)! I'm a strong believer that our bodies hold inherent wisdom and that they are trustworthy. I also believe that the stories we tell ourselves shape our realities, and that therapy is a unique and powerful exploration of those stories. I dream of co-creating a therapeutic environment where you can take up space, breathe a sigh of relief, and be courageous in your exploration of yourself. I resonate with therapy frameworks found in Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems, with a foundation in embodiment, somatics, and the impacts of our developmental experiences.
Ashley Lange
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (Online Only)
It can be hard to feel different. Many people receive messages their entire lives about not being good enough. I'm here to be a supportive, thoughtful and empathetic response to this. I have experience supporting individuals as they take the steps to build a more fulfilling life. I am passionate about intersectional feminism, disability rights, queer rights, trans rights, fat liberation, and health at every size (HAES). I especially enjoy working with folks who experience challenges related to neurodivergence and trans identities.
It can be hard to feel different. Many people receive messages their entire lives about not being good enough. I'm here to be a supportive, thoughtful and empathetic response to this. I have experience supporting individuals as they take the steps to build a more fulfilling life. I am passionate about intersectional feminism, disability rights, queer rights, trans rights, fat liberation, and health at every size (HAES). I especially enjoy working with folks who experience challenges related to neurodivergence and trans identities.
Rose Hellat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
You're the expert of your life, I'm the guide. I appreciate finding what is feasible for you in your life and finding incremental goals in your journey. Life can be hard. Let's figure out how to help you find who you are and where you want to go.
You're the expert of your life, I'm the guide. I appreciate finding what is feasible for you in your life and finding incremental goals in your journey. Life can be hard. Let's figure out how to help you find who you are and where you want to go.
Asha Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Not accepting new clients
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes challenging to handle on our own. Often healing is needed to help us navigate the things beyond our control. In therapy, I hope to create a sense of belonging. I believe every life has intrinsic worth and deserves a sense of belonging. Creating a place where this is felt and believed, where one is seen and heard, is a place where healing can begin. I utilize a relational approach in therapy, as I believe an authentic therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is key. I strive to provide a warm space in which clients feel safe, valued, and heard.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes challenging to handle on our own. Often healing is needed to help us navigate the things beyond our control. In therapy, I hope to create a sense of belonging. I believe every life has intrinsic worth and deserves a sense of belonging. Creating a place where this is felt and believed, where one is seen and heard, is a place where healing can begin. I utilize a relational approach in therapy, as I believe an authentic therapeutic relationship between client and therapist is key. I strive to provide a warm space in which clients feel safe, valued, and heard.
Online Therapists
Tara Lunde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406 (Online Only)
You are the pilot in the journey we call life and deserve to feel respected and supported on that journey. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention while making sure to tailor your ERP experience to your specific needs. I like to structure my work with clients as a “pilot/co-pilot” experience and work together to meet your therapeutic needs. If you are experiencing Harm OCD, Exposure OCD, or any other anxiety or panic-related experiences, I would love the opportunity to assist you.
You are the pilot in the journey we call life and deserve to feel respected and supported on that journey. I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention while making sure to tailor your ERP experience to your specific needs. I like to structure my work with clients as a “pilot/co-pilot” experience and work together to meet your therapeutic needs. If you are experiencing Harm OCD, Exposure OCD, or any other anxiety or panic-related experiences, I would love the opportunity to assist you.
Karen Ilvedson
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409
I offer therapy for a variety of mental health issues and have an extensive background in depth psychology and Jungian therapy. I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in deeply understanding themselves. In contrast to mainstream approaches to therapy, which focus on teaching skills or challenging a person's thinking, I emphasize working to understand the emotional-relational-spiritual roots of my client's psychology. It is at this deeper level that lasting change can occur.
I offer therapy for a variety of mental health issues and have an extensive background in depth psychology and Jungian therapy. I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in deeply understanding themselves. In contrast to mainstream approaches to therapy, which focus on teaching skills or challenging a person's thinking, I emphasize working to understand the emotional-relational-spiritual roots of my client's psychology. It is at this deeper level that lasting change can occur.
Courtney Swanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Courtney is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with her Master’s degree for Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling from the University of St. Thomas. She has experience working with trauma, addiction, grief, and anxiety. Courtney works to create a safe space for clients to explore their hopes, desires, and emotions. She enjoys collaborating with clients to help find what is important to them. Courtney utilizes an integrative approach, and tailors her techniques to her clients’ needs. She believes in recognizing emotions, and learning how to express and feel them.
Courtney is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with her Master’s degree for Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling from the University of St. Thomas. She has experience working with trauma, addiction, grief, and anxiety. Courtney works to create a safe space for clients to explore their hopes, desires, and emotions. She enjoys collaborating with clients to help find what is important to them. Courtney utilizes an integrative approach, and tailors her techniques to her clients’ needs. She believes in recognizing emotions, and learning how to express and feel them.
Nicole Benson
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
As a couples therapist, I believe we all long for connection. It is primal and in our DNA. However, in order to feel a connection, we need to feel a sense of safety first. I am passionate about working with couples who are experiencing a lack of connection and are seeking help with hopes of increasing the effectiveness of their communication, boundaries, and connection. Another passion of mine is helping couples navigate family conflicts. Family conflicts are not easy and they tend to disrupt the whole family system. I am currently accepting new clients for couples or family therapy. I offer sliding scale fees for couples as well.
As a couples therapist, I believe we all long for connection. It is primal and in our DNA. However, in order to feel a connection, we need to feel a sense of safety first. I am passionate about working with couples who are experiencing a lack of connection and are seeking help with hopes of increasing the effectiveness of their communication, boundaries, and connection. Another passion of mine is helping couples navigate family conflicts. Family conflicts are not easy and they tend to disrupt the whole family system. I am currently accepting new clients for couples or family therapy. I offer sliding scale fees for couples as well.
Anna Ellis
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55446
I work mainly from a person-centered, solution-focused and strengths-based approach, frequently pulling in skills from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing & relational techniques. I believe that regardless of what you were born into, or the tragedies or hardships that you have accumulated over time, healing and thriving is possible. That process isn’t easy - it can be messy and it can take a lot of work, but it is possible.
I work mainly from a person-centered, solution-focused and strengths-based approach, frequently pulling in skills from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing & relational techniques. I believe that regardless of what you were born into, or the tragedies or hardships that you have accumulated over time, healing and thriving is possible. That process isn’t easy - it can be messy and it can take a lot of work, but it is possible.
Rachel Lindquist
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55427 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m so happy your healing journey has led you to this corner. I provide virtual therapy primarily for women of color and professionals who identify with perfectionistic traits, the need to people-please, and/or struggle with setting and maintaining boundaries. Together we can address how to successfully manage life stressors, process traumas, and navigate relationships; along with other walks of your life. As a therapist, my priority is to provide a space where you feel seen and heard; are met with compassion and leave feeling empowered and equipped to achieve your goals.
Hello! I’m so happy your healing journey has led you to this corner. I provide virtual therapy primarily for women of color and professionals who identify with perfectionistic traits, the need to people-please, and/or struggle with setting and maintaining boundaries. Together we can address how to successfully manage life stressors, process traumas, and navigate relationships; along with other walks of your life. As a therapist, my priority is to provide a space where you feel seen and heard; are met with compassion and leave feeling empowered and equipped to achieve your goals.
Chantelle Jordan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55430 (Online Only)
I work with my clients at their own pace. I am here to help guide you and walk beside you on your journey to mental wellness. Our life experiences can leave us feeling broken, rejected, lonely, and searching for answers. But, through this brokenness we can begin to discover who we want to be, bringing us the emotional healing we desire. Through self-exploration we can begin to understand how these events impact how we treat ourselves, interact with others and create meaning in our lives. Chantelle believes that change occurs when we begin to truly accept ourselves as we are. Non-judgement, radical self-love and forgiveness are key.
I work with my clients at their own pace. I am here to help guide you and walk beside you on your journey to mental wellness. Our life experiences can leave us feeling broken, rejected, lonely, and searching for answers. But, through this brokenness we can begin to discover who we want to be, bringing us the emotional healing we desire. Through self-exploration we can begin to understand how these events impact how we treat ourselves, interact with others and create meaning in our lives. Chantelle believes that change occurs when we begin to truly accept ourselves as we are. Non-judgement, radical self-love and forgiveness are key.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.