Marriage Counseling Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
Dr. Dwan Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
Faryal Khan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55415 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
With a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy, I am trained in Narrative Exposure Therapy to help heal from traumatic stress, including refugees.
"I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and/or cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both in ways that bring positivity and restoration to ourselves and our relationships.
With a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy, I am trained in Narrative Exposure Therapy to help heal from traumatic stress, including refugees.
"I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and/or cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both in ways that bring positivity and restoration to ourselves and our relationships.
Rachel Mira Hoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408 (Online Only)
I am a visually impaired Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am trained and certified in Early Childhood Mental Health and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy. I believe that we are all created for relationships and the current world we live in fosters isolation and individuality. I seek to provide children, families, and adults effective mental health care that teaches them how to heal and recreate healthy relationships.
I am a visually impaired Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am trained and certified in Early Childhood Mental Health and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy. I believe that we are all created for relationships and the current world we live in fosters isolation and individuality. I seek to provide children, families, and adults effective mental health care that teaches them how to heal and recreate healthy relationships.
Susan (Sue) E Boyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEAP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55435
I have practiced as a Social Worker, Employee Assistance Counselor, LPC, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minneapolis, Honolulu, and Denver and provided workshops on personal and spiritual growth.
Are you experiencing difficulty with personal or work life issues or relationships? Are you unsure about how to bring up issues at home or work to have a constructive discussion? Do you avoid issues hoping that they'll get better or go away? Do you repress your feelings about the "little" things then lose your "cool"? I develop trusting relationships with clients while working on these issues and others. I view the client and myself as a team focused on gaining insight and skills so the client can cope with present day issues and enhance relationships.
I have practiced as a Social Worker, Employee Assistance Counselor, LPC, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minneapolis, Honolulu, and Denver and provided workshops on personal and spiritual growth.
Are you experiencing difficulty with personal or work life issues or relationships? Are you unsure about how to bring up issues at home or work to have a constructive discussion? Do you avoid issues hoping that they'll get better or go away? Do you repress your feelings about the "little" things then lose your "cool"? I develop trusting relationships with clients while working on these issues and others. I view the client and myself as a team focused on gaining insight and skills so the client can cope with present day issues and enhance relationships.
Lyndsie Standerwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407
In-Person sessions with COVID-19 precautions in place and Virtual sessions available. Lyndsie Standerwick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. She has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, women, and families. Lyndsie is passionate about walking alongside clients and families as they find what they need within themselves to live life more fully. Lyndsie aims to listen to clients without judgement and to provide feedback and support honestly.
In-Person sessions with COVID-19 precautions in place and Virtual sessions available. Lyndsie Standerwick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist. She has over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, women, and families. Lyndsie is passionate about walking alongside clients and families as they find what they need within themselves to live life more fully. Lyndsie aims to listen to clients without judgement and to provide feedback and support honestly.
Monica O'Connell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408 (Online Only)
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
Neko J Vanevenhoven
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Supervi
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55428
I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Graduate School.
Hello and welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! In addition, I am dually licensed in MN and WI and an approved supervisor for LMFT and LPCC. My name is Neko and I joined this field because I believe that life is a journey where invitations to heal, grow and prosper are constantly received!
I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Graduate School.
Hello and welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! In addition, I am dually licensed in MN and WI and an approved supervisor for LMFT and LPCC. My name is Neko and I joined this field because I believe that life is a journey where invitations to heal, grow and prosper are constantly received!
Eric Bender
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Eric brings a compassionate, collaborative, and fun approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. He strives to create a safe environment for clients to share their stories and learn more about themselves and their world. Eric encourages growth by providing tools to better understand emotions and the way they influence our daily lives. Eric completed his Master's degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. He has experience providing individual, family, and group therapy in adolescent day treatment, outpatient, and in home settings.
Eric brings a compassionate, collaborative, and fun approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. He strives to create a safe environment for clients to share their stories and learn more about themselves and their world. Eric encourages growth by providing tools to better understand emotions and the way they influence our daily lives. Eric completed his Master's degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. He has experience providing individual, family, and group therapy in adolescent day treatment, outpatient, and in home settings.
Tamin R Totzke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409
I am a Somatic Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in mind-body approaches to heal trauma. I work with individuals, couples, and youth who are healing from the effects developmental trauma and PTSD. In session, I invite clients to track their sensations, images, and emotions that may arise as they share about their lives. Staying attuned to these elements allows the body to integrate past events, moving a person into a state of presence and balance. Together, we bring curiosity and a plan to support a life that feels enriching and aligned with one's dreams and goals.
I am a Somatic Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in mind-body approaches to heal trauma. I work with individuals, couples, and youth who are healing from the effects developmental trauma and PTSD. In session, I invite clients to track their sensations, images, and emotions that may arise as they share about their lives. Staying attuned to these elements allows the body to integrate past events, moving a person into a state of presence and balance. Together, we bring curiosity and a plan to support a life that feels enriching and aligned with one's dreams and goals.
Demmie Lorayne Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with adults and couples. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have a certification in marriage and family therapy. I also have a BSN in nursing which I feel has helped me see the impact of the mind and body connection.
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with adults and couples. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have a certification in marriage and family therapy. I also have a BSN in nursing which I feel has helped me see the impact of the mind and body connection.
Julie E. Schmit
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
I'll skillfully assess and meet you where you're at on your journey with sex therapy, marriage counseling or trauma work.
Relationship, marriage & sexual problems can deplete your ability to take pleasure in life. You're someone who's successful in your career, but when it comes to emotional or physical intimacy, you feel confused or inhibited. You're feeling nervous, sad and fearful that you'll never be free of your issues. I hear you and I'm on your side! You're ready to make a change. You're ready to break old patterns and try something new. Most of all, you're ready to experience pleasure and deep, honest relationships with people who enhance your life. I want to help you get there.
I'll skillfully assess and meet you where you're at on your journey with sex therapy, marriage counseling or trauma work.
Relationship, marriage & sexual problems can deplete your ability to take pleasure in life. You're someone who's successful in your career, but when it comes to emotional or physical intimacy, you feel confused or inhibited. You're feeling nervous, sad and fearful that you'll never be free of your issues. I hear you and I'm on your side! You're ready to make a change. You're ready to break old patterns and try something new. Most of all, you're ready to experience pleasure and deep, honest relationships with people who enhance your life. I want to help you get there.
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Rebecca Kempenich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55403 (Online Only)
My clients are the champions of their own lives. It is an honor and a privilege to witness clients grow, heal, and establish better relationships. I have specialized training in how to help people manage and overcome obsessive compulsive disorder and in how to help people resolve marital/couple problems.
My clients are the champions of their own lives. It is an honor and a privilege to witness clients grow, heal, and establish better relationships. I have specialized training in how to help people manage and overcome obsessive compulsive disorder and in how to help people resolve marital/couple problems.
Emma Preston
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
As a Marriage and Family Intern, I do not have an "ideal" client at this time. I am excited about working with individuals, couples, and family structures within sessions and assessing a wide array of needs and creating goals alongside them. I have special interest in couples therapy and am extremely passionate about healthy romantic relationships.
As a Marriage and Family Intern, I do not have an "ideal" client at this time. I am excited about working with individuals, couples, and family structures within sessions and assessing a wide array of needs and creating goals alongside them. I have special interest in couples therapy and am extremely passionate about healthy romantic relationships.
Olivia Schwendinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409 (Online Only)
I am also passionate about supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life changes such as marriage/new partnership, divorce/separation, opening up, career changes, pregnancy, and empty nesting.
I work with individuals and couples experiencing issues related to sex, traditional gender roles, desire, grief, and self image to support you in building the life you want. Couples/partners may struggle with communication related to sex, desire discrepancy, or unhelpful relationship dynamics. Individuals may wish to explore their sexual identity, process grief and loss, unpack past traumas or family patterns that cause distress in present relationships, create new expressions of masculinity or femininity, or learn how to prioritize pleasure.
I am also passionate about supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life changes such as marriage/new partnership, divorce/separation, opening up, career changes, pregnancy, and empty nesting.
I work with individuals and couples experiencing issues related to sex, traditional gender roles, desire, grief, and self image to support you in building the life you want. Couples/partners may struggle with communication related to sex, desire discrepancy, or unhelpful relationship dynamics. Individuals may wish to explore their sexual identity, process grief and loss, unpack past traumas or family patterns that cause distress in present relationships, create new expressions of masculinity or femininity, or learn how to prioritize pleasure.
David P Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55419
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
The Tissue Clinic, LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55423
As a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2011, I have had the pleasure of providing services to individuals, families, and couples dealing with communication issues, intimacy concerns, family conflict, and marital instability. The goal will be to identify ineffective behaviors to improve the ability to communicate and work towards healthier patterns of living in peace and harmony. I offer solution-based work, often utilizing Gottman's Method, as well as in-depth work from an attachment and cognitive behavioral lens. My goal is to create a safe, open and honest environment where we face life's challenges together.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2011, I have had the pleasure of providing services to individuals, families, and couples dealing with communication issues, intimacy concerns, family conflict, and marital instability. The goal will be to identify ineffective behaviors to improve the ability to communicate and work towards healthier patterns of living in peace and harmony. I offer solution-based work, often utilizing Gottman's Method, as well as in-depth work from an attachment and cognitive behavioral lens. My goal is to create a safe, open and honest environment where we face life's challenges together.
Kori Hennessy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55409
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have specific training in relational therapy.
Sexual concerns, past traumas, anxieties, self-doubt and unhelpful communication patterns can leave us feeling stuck. I help people remove the road blocks that keep them from having fulfilling connections with the people who matter most in their lives. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples feel empowered to live their best lives. I strive to help couples deepen their emotional and sexual relationship People who work with me often describe my style as calm, empathetic, straight forward and insightful.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have specific training in relational therapy.
Sexual concerns, past traumas, anxieties, self-doubt and unhelpful communication patterns can leave us feeling stuck. I help people remove the road blocks that keep them from having fulfilling connections with the people who matter most in their lives. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples feel empowered to live their best lives. I strive to help couples deepen their emotional and sexual relationship People who work with me often describe my style as calm, empathetic, straight forward and insightful.
Kara Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Waitlist for new clients
Please note: I am no longer accepting new couples therapy clients. I have occasional openings for individual clients. Introduction: My most common client is someone wanting to work on their marriage/intimate relationship. These clients typically feel frustrated, unheard, and anxious about the state of their partnership. Many don’t know how to achieve change in their marriage or what healthy/fair expectations would look like. Although the most common goal for my clients is to save their marriage or mend a broken connection, sometimes they specifically need help leaving a relationship that no longer serves them.
Please note: I am no longer accepting new couples therapy clients. I have occasional openings for individual clients. Introduction: My most common client is someone wanting to work on their marriage/intimate relationship. These clients typically feel frustrated, unheard, and anxious about the state of their partnership. Many don’t know how to achieve change in their marriage or what healthy/fair expectations would look like. Although the most common goal for my clients is to save their marriage or mend a broken connection, sometimes they specifically need help leaving a relationship that no longer serves them.
Lyndsey Fraser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55417
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Sex Therapist, and an International Enneagram Accredited Professional.
Illuminate your path, Awaken your life! Who you are at your core matters and deserves to be seen by the world. I am driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to positively impact the world. I actively seek to live a life guided by a sense of purpose and meaning. My goal is to help you do the same with a highly personalized approach that addresses your needs and meets your criteria for personal success. This includes finding and solidifying the essential relationships in your life! I also utilize the Enneagram in my practice as a way to help you have more generosity for yourself and other in your life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Sex Therapist, and an International Enneagram Accredited Professional.
Illuminate your path, Awaken your life! Who you are at your core matters and deserves to be seen by the world. I am driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to positively impact the world. I actively seek to live a life guided by a sense of purpose and meaning. My goal is to help you do the same with a highly personalized approach that addresses your needs and meets your criteria for personal success. This includes finding and solidifying the essential relationships in your life! I also utilize the Enneagram in my practice as a way to help you have more generosity for yourself and other in your life.
Angela Callais
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407 (Online Only)
I am excited to hear about you and your story! I support adults across the spectrum of personal and relationship identities - LGBTQIA2+, fat liberation/body neutrality/Health at Every Size, open relationships, sex workers, monogamous marriage, etc.
I work with people who want to show up in the world and be embraced for ALL of who they are. Most of us have things that we keep hidden from others around us - locked away because we are worried that we are broken, weird, fearful of how we will be judged. The problem is, even when we are great at hiding - these things slowly but surely permeate our lives from the inside out. Everyone around you thinks you've got it all together, but on the inside - you know something is off, and you're ready to figure it out and do something different. You're ready to be honest and curious and open and make a change - to find YOUR courageous truth.
I am excited to hear about you and your story! I support adults across the spectrum of personal and relationship identities - LGBTQIA2+, fat liberation/body neutrality/Health at Every Size, open relationships, sex workers, monogamous marriage, etc.
I work with people who want to show up in the world and be embraced for ALL of who they are. Most of us have things that we keep hidden from others around us - locked away because we are worried that we are broken, weird, fearful of how we will be judged. The problem is, even when we are great at hiding - these things slowly but surely permeate our lives from the inside out. Everyone around you thinks you've got it all together, but on the inside - you know something is off, and you're ready to figure it out and do something different. You're ready to be honest and curious and open and make a change - to find YOUR courageous truth.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.