Substance Use Therapists in Brown County, MN
Hello, and welcome. I know that reaching out for help isn’t always easy, and I want to acknowledge your courage in taking this step. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for your personal story. I work best with adults and young adults who are navigating communication and relationship issues, addictions, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of Minnesota.
Hello, and welcome. I know that reaching out for help isn’t always easy, and I want to acknowledge your courage in taking this step. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for your personal story. I work best with adults and young adults who are navigating communication and relationship issues, addictions, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of Minnesota.
I believe in providing a caring, supportive, and client-centered environment. I want to offer effective therapeutic interventions to help adults, families, and children manage their mental health symptoms, so they can live a more happy and healthier lifestyle, plus finding their inner peace of "Serenity" in their life. I work with children as young as 4 years old, adolescents, adults, and families. I provide individual, family, and group therapies. I have also worked with a number of diverse individuals and families with a wide range of mental health disorders.
I believe in providing a caring, supportive, and client-centered environment. I want to offer effective therapeutic interventions to help adults, families, and children manage their mental health symptoms, so they can live a more happy and healthier lifestyle, plus finding their inner peace of "Serenity" in their life. I work with children as young as 4 years old, adolescents, adults, and families. I provide individual, family, and group therapies. I have also worked with a number of diverse individuals and families with a wide range of mental health disorders.
Most clients seeking a trauma therapist want a no-nonsense, empathetic guide who gets it. They're craving someone who’s battle-tested, offering real-world tools, not textbook fluff. They need a fearless ally who can navigate the darkest waters with them, providing hardcore validation, unwavering support, and practical strategies for healing. Clients want a therapist who's as raw and real as their pain, ready to dig deep, confront the past, and ignite a powerful transformation. You can find a longer Video Introduction and description of services by visiting www.wadelang.com
Most clients seeking a trauma therapist want a no-nonsense, empathetic guide who gets it. They're craving someone who’s battle-tested, offering real-world tools, not textbook fluff. They need a fearless ally who can navigate the darkest waters with them, providing hardcore validation, unwavering support, and practical strategies for healing. Clients want a therapist who's as raw and real as their pain, ready to dig deep, confront the past, and ignite a powerful transformation. You can find a longer Video Introduction and description of services by visiting www.wadelang.com
An ideal client would be someone who is committed to making changes, needs support and is looking to grow as an individual and/or as a couple. I work with client's to create small, achievable goals as we begin our work together. Therapy can provide you the the weekly space and time to focus on your needs without judgement. This can be valuable in this age of distraction. I also have a niche interest in getting more men to attend and benefit from therapy.
An ideal client would be someone who is committed to making changes, needs support and is looking to grow as an individual and/or as a couple. I work with client's to create small, achievable goals as we begin our work together. Therapy can provide you the the weekly space and time to focus on your needs without judgement. This can be valuable in this age of distraction. I also have a niche interest in getting more men to attend and benefit from therapy.
If you are tired of dealing with a mental health issue and would like some permanent relief or resolution, I can help you. M.Nelson Consulting focuses on individual,marital,and family therapy for adults,adolescents,and children. Stress reduction,relationship iissues,mood disorders(anxiety,phobias,depression)trauma and abuse,grief and loss,eating disorders,addictions,habit disorders,chronic and terminal illnesses,work,academic and sports performance are areas of expertise.
If you are tired of dealing with a mental health issue and would like some permanent relief or resolution, I can help you. M.Nelson Consulting focuses on individual,marital,and family therapy for adults,adolescents,and children. Stress reduction,relationship iissues,mood disorders(anxiety,phobias,depression)trauma and abuse,grief and loss,eating disorders,addictions,habit disorders,chronic and terminal illnesses,work,academic and sports performance are areas of expertise.
Sarah Torvick Burger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping people find and maintain balance in daily life. I am here to help you regain that sense of well-being. A sense of control and calm over the concerns that create issues in life.
I am passionate about helping people find and maintain balance in daily life. I am here to help you regain that sense of well-being. A sense of control and calm over the concerns that create issues in life.
If you and your partner are experiencing frequent conflicts, struggling with communication, feeling disconnected, or facing challenges like infidelity or trust issues, marriage counseling can help. If you’re both willing to put in the effort to improve your relationship, counseling can provide the tools and guidance to rebuild and strengthen your bond.
If you and your partner are experiencing frequent conflicts, struggling with communication, feeling disconnected, or facing challenges like infidelity or trust issues, marriage counseling can help. If you’re both willing to put in the effort to improve your relationship, counseling can provide the tools and guidance to rebuild and strengthen your bond.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
Online Therapists
I've supported clients who have experienced traumatic events, have been excessively reliant on someone emotionally or physically, feelings of anxiety or depressed, substance use concerns, and relationship or martial guidance.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is paramount to success. It is my passion to integrate Christian theology with psychology to help my adult individuals gain a sound mind despite the chaos around them. I use techniques inclusive of Internal-Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more.
I've supported clients who have experienced traumatic events, have been excessively reliant on someone emotionally or physically, feelings of anxiety or depressed, substance use concerns, and relationship or martial guidance.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is paramount to success. It is my passion to integrate Christian theology with psychology to help my adult individuals gain a sound mind despite the chaos around them. I use techniques inclusive of Internal-Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more.
Alexander Burgess
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Waitlist for new clients
You are your own best advocate, seeing my role as a guide to allow each of my clients to embody this belief fully. No matter where you may be on this personal journey, we will take on a collaborative, person-centered approach that is grounded in creating a strong therapeutic relationship first. From this foundation, I strive to create a positive, welcoming environment that allows each person to be themselves. We are going to work on the goals that you are able to express and pull some more out through more conversation. If I am not a good fit, I am able to help find the best fit for your mental health journey.
You are your own best advocate, seeing my role as a guide to allow each of my clients to embody this belief fully. No matter where you may be on this personal journey, we will take on a collaborative, person-centered approach that is grounded in creating a strong therapeutic relationship first. From this foundation, I strive to create a positive, welcoming environment that allows each person to be themselves. We are going to work on the goals that you are able to express and pull some more out through more conversation. If I am not a good fit, I am able to help find the best fit for your mental health journey.
Living in this world can be hard, and we all need some help making sense of it from time to time. As a therapist, I hold a space full of humility, humor, and deep, genuine care as you explore your relationship with yourself and with those around you. Using a trauma-informed lens, I will walk beside you as you uncover insight, understanding, and resources that you have had all along. I have a passion for helping clients explore ways that we are impacted by oppressive systems and am LGBTQ+, nonmonogamy, and kink affirming. Above all, I will prioritize being authentic and fully present with you as our conversations unfold.
Living in this world can be hard, and we all need some help making sense of it from time to time. As a therapist, I hold a space full of humility, humor, and deep, genuine care as you explore your relationship with yourself and with those around you. Using a trauma-informed lens, I will walk beside you as you uncover insight, understanding, and resources that you have had all along. I have a passion for helping clients explore ways that we are impacted by oppressive systems and am LGBTQ+, nonmonogamy, and kink affirming. Above all, I will prioritize being authentic and fully present with you as our conversations unfold.
I am passionate about working with teenagers and families as they navigate these years of growth and change. This time can be both exciting and challenging, and I am honored to be invited into this space with my clients. I take a down-to-earth, empathetic, and energetic approach in my therapy. I have been told by many of individuals I work with, that I am easy to talk to and create a comfortable, judgement free space to explore issues related to identity, self-worth, depression, and more. I believe every human has the basic need and desire to be known and valued, and I strive to provide this place of belonging for my clients.
I am passionate about working with teenagers and families as they navigate these years of growth and change. This time can be both exciting and challenging, and I am honored to be invited into this space with my clients. I take a down-to-earth, empathetic, and energetic approach in my therapy. I have been told by many of individuals I work with, that I am easy to talk to and create a comfortable, judgement free space to explore issues related to identity, self-worth, depression, and more. I believe every human has the basic need and desire to be known and valued, and I strive to provide this place of belonging for my clients.
There is a Buddhist parable that talks about the two arrows that wound humanity in life, one of which is inevitable and one that is not. The first arrow is the arrow of physical and emotional pain, unavoidable experiences in life. The second arrow is the arrow of suffering. Suffering is how we feel towards our physical and emotional pain. Each of us has the ability to avoid shooting this second arrow of suffering. This is possible through changing our relationship with our pain.
As your therapist, I am interested in accompanying you on the exploration of your inner world. Our work together will include ->
There is a Buddhist parable that talks about the two arrows that wound humanity in life, one of which is inevitable and one that is not. The first arrow is the arrow of physical and emotional pain, unavoidable experiences in life. The second arrow is the arrow of suffering. Suffering is how we feel towards our physical and emotional pain. Each of us has the ability to avoid shooting this second arrow of suffering. This is possible through changing our relationship with our pain.
As your therapist, I am interested in accompanying you on the exploration of your inner world. Our work together will include ->
If there is one thing I have learned as a therapist, it is reflected in this quote by Carl Rogers: “What is most personal is most universal”. We all hurt. We are all insecure. You are not alone. Though I believe we are more alike than different, not everyone’s therapy experience should be the same. Together, we would create a personalized therapy experience that suits your conversation style, personality, needs, pace. My job is to offer reframes and counterpoints, and sometimes challenge you. Therapy can be hard, but we can also have fun. I use humor to work through hard sh-t and I use hope as the engine to move you forward.
If there is one thing I have learned as a therapist, it is reflected in this quote by Carl Rogers: “What is most personal is most universal”. We all hurt. We are all insecure. You are not alone. Though I believe we are more alike than different, not everyone’s therapy experience should be the same. Together, we would create a personalized therapy experience that suits your conversation style, personality, needs, pace. My job is to offer reframes and counterpoints, and sometimes challenge you. Therapy can be hard, but we can also have fun. I use humor to work through hard sh-t and I use hope as the engine to move you forward.
Therapy is not about quick advice or surface solutions. It’s about having a space where you can slow down, be fully yourself, and begin to understand the patterns shaping your life and relationships. When you feel truly seen and understood, something begins to shift. I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relational conflict. Together, we explore the thoughts, emotions, and attachment patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Often, present struggles are connected to earlier experiences — and in therapy, we approach those connections with compassion rather than judgment.
Therapy is not about quick advice or surface solutions. It’s about having a space where you can slow down, be fully yourself, and begin to understand the patterns shaping your life and relationships. When you feel truly seen and understood, something begins to shift. I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relational conflict. Together, we explore the thoughts, emotions, and attachment patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Often, present struggles are connected to earlier experiences — and in therapy, we approach those connections with compassion rather than judgment.
I specialize in working with concerns around sexual orientation, sexual behavior/relationships, gender identity, and substance use/addictive behaviors.
I strongly value and enjoy my work with folks from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Recognizing my identity as a white, cisgender woman, I am intentional about creating space for trust to grow by honoring and actively incorporating the aspects of your cultural identity, values, and experiences that are important to you in the therapy process.
I specialize in working with concerns around sexual orientation, sexual behavior/relationships, gender identity, and substance use/addictive behaviors.
I strongly value and enjoy my work with folks from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Recognizing my identity as a white, cisgender woman, I am intentional about creating space for trust to grow by honoring and actively incorporating the aspects of your cultural identity, values, and experiences that are important to you in the therapy process.
Over time, you’ve experienced stress or even trauma. Maybe you found comfort in school and work, but still fear failure, criticism, or not being enough. You’ve achieved many goals, including ones set by society without your consent, yet still you hold yourself to the standard that you must do it all. You want to better understand what’s holding you back, learn how to hold boundaries, and be free of harmful (often systemic) powers that burn you out, but where do you start? You deserve fulfilling relationships where you’re supported, meaningful and sustainable work, and a life aligned with your values. You don’t have to go it alone.
Over time, you’ve experienced stress or even trauma. Maybe you found comfort in school and work, but still fear failure, criticism, or not being enough. You’ve achieved many goals, including ones set by society without your consent, yet still you hold yourself to the standard that you must do it all. You want to better understand what’s holding you back, learn how to hold boundaries, and be free of harmful (often systemic) powers that burn you out, but where do you start? You deserve fulfilling relationships where you’re supported, meaningful and sustainable work, and a life aligned with your values. You don’t have to go it alone.
Amber Peifer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MA, MPS
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Do you need help picking apart a problem and finding the best path forward? A safe space to rage and meltdown? Nervous, but need to delve into trauma? Perhaps you’re still figuring out who you are or reinventing yourself, scrounging together a new life plan. Maybe you don’t want to burden anyone else, so you’ve just tried your best on your own.
Whether you’re breaking down a complicated issue, navigating a new life transition, or finally taking a look at the things that hold you back, investing in yourself by getting an honest yet kind and collaborative outside perspective can help make life’s curveballs so much easier to handle.
Do you need help picking apart a problem and finding the best path forward? A safe space to rage and meltdown? Nervous, but need to delve into trauma? Perhaps you’re still figuring out who you are or reinventing yourself, scrounging together a new life plan. Maybe you don’t want to burden anyone else, so you’ve just tried your best on your own.
Whether you’re breaking down a complicated issue, navigating a new life transition, or finally taking a look at the things that hold you back, investing in yourself by getting an honest yet kind and collaborative outside perspective can help make life’s curveballs so much easier to handle.
Fear, doubt, and pain can sometimes keep us from realizing our potential and achieving our goals. Although we may sometimes need a little help to access the tools we need during a challenging time, each of us has the ability to overcome these obstacles. With courage, hope, patience, and a new perspective, we can get moving in the right direction again. Loren's clients value his authentic, supportive, and humorous style. Meetings are characterized as encouraging, engaging, and insightful as he creates a positive and safe environment to make lasting changes.
Fear, doubt, and pain can sometimes keep us from realizing our potential and achieving our goals. Although we may sometimes need a little help to access the tools we need during a challenging time, each of us has the ability to overcome these obstacles. With courage, hope, patience, and a new perspective, we can get moving in the right direction again. Loren's clients value his authentic, supportive, and humorous style. Meetings are characterized as encouraging, engaging, and insightful as he creates a positive and safe environment to make lasting changes.
We are stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Most of my clients come to me because the story they are living isn't meeting their needs. Together we investigate their experiences and learn to tell different, better stories.
We are stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Most of my clients come to me because the story they are living isn't meeting their needs. Together we investigate their experiences and learn to tell different, better stories.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.