Therapists in Byron, MN

I value the institution of marriage. Marriage is foundational to the well being of each family member. The marital sub-system is the most important system in the Family System. If the marital sub-system fails all the other Family systems fail. I tell couples one of the things they need, to build longevity into their marriage is to love the institution of marriage just a little bit more then they love each other. I seek to get to know the couple by taking a "dating & courtship" history. Then I want to know "why now" why did you make the appointment.

I know life can really knock you down at times. I’ve been there! It affects our relationships, school, work, goals and dreams, and can leave us feeling lost. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am extensively trained to understand relationship dynamics and the hardships that can affect them. I can help individuals, couples, and families overcome the challenges they face. I can help support, guide, and coach you to learn new ways of relating to yourself, and the people in your life so that you can improve those relationships.

I've worked with individuals & families via CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing)/trauma focused therapy, family systems therapy, & play therapy for a variety of issues such as MH & addiction since 1998. I adjust/integrate therapeutic modalities holistically based on needs. I am respectful, laid back and humorous during tough work. I'm supportive & I encourage/challenge you to grow. It is difficult to change while health & wellness may require changes. I may use “tough love” while I am understanding and collaborative. Recovery/health requires action, growth, maturity, & accountability.

Usually, the thing that brings us to therapy has us feeling stuck. We might feel paralyzed with indecision as parts of our internal selves compete with one another for attention. We might experience recurring conflict with people we care about. We might feel that our identity - our internal self-knowing - is somehow being prevented from fully expressing itself because of messages we receive from family or society. Most often, the reason we seek therapy is some combination of the above, and as a result of our “stuckness” we may feel sadness, despair, anxiety, anger, or an unnerving lack of feeling altogether.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 30 years of experience as a coach, counselor, and therapist. I see people from New Jersey virtually, and in person in Rochester Minn. Effective therapy begins through a relationship in which one feels heard and understood. I listen well. From that foundation my aim as a therapist is to identify and understand ways in which you may be caught in unfulfilling ways of thinking and interacting , and then work together to uncover and develop strengths and skills to flexibly move toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life. If you’re feeling down - let’s talk - I can help.

Sexual health is often not talked about leaving us to feel like our attractions, interests, and behaviors are abnormal. Discussing sexual health may be embarrassing and bring up feelings of shame despite it being an important part of our health. When concerns are kept hidden, some men engage in behaviors leaving them ashamed, guilty or embarrassed about what they do and find themselves in an endless cycle of the behavior and feeling guilty or embarrassed. You want to live your best life and have the best relationships with those around you but cannot do so because aspects of your sexual health are holding you back.

Hello, my name is Kenneth Freeman. I am a dedicated licensed mental health counselor endeavoring to help people to be their best. I have been working in the mental health field since 2013. My personal and professional motto is to help people recognize the importance of mental health wellness through warmth, acceptance, and empathy. realize success begins with “one person” and the rewards from that can be profound. I am committed to developing a consistent and acceptable treatment plan(s) through a Cognitive Behavioral modality to support adults.

I work in a field that I have thoroughly enjoyed for over 22 years. I appreciate and feel honored when others allow me to assist them in finding solutions to challenging and difficult issues in their life.

Many come to therapy knowing only that they are struggling to get things done, their relationships have become a source of stress rather than comfort, or they need help processing trauma, loss, or other painful experiences impacting their daily lives. Whatever your circumstances, I strive to help each person or family I work with achieve greater emotional, psychological, and social well-being, while also alleviating symptoms. I use the power of storytelling and understand that each person I work with has many, important stories to tell. I also value and work with each person's nervous system in the healing process.

When you feel stuck, it helps to share your story.

I work with adult and adolescent clients who are experiencing difficulty in managing anxiety, anger, trauma, depression and relationship-based concerns. I invite you to consider the idea that you are the author and director of your thoughts and emotional responses. Put differently, you have within you the power to rewrite the "script" on how you see yourself and the role that you play in your life, regardless of what you may have experienced in your past. In our shared journey, I hope to help you feel more empowered as an active agent of change in responding to suffering, depression, anxiety and trauma.

Life and relationships can be hard at times and sometimes we just need an objective person to walk with us and provide wisdom, encouragement and a listening ear. I am all about being non-judgmental, caring, and compassionate to every client and I deeply care about your experience. So if you have reached the point of feeling helpless with nowhere else to turn, please don't give up, I am here to serve you. I take a faith based approach and believe there is hope for your situation.

Are you feeling your life or relationships are off? That there is a way to make it better just around the corner but you don't know how to get there? I know exactly how you're feeling: frustrated in what you have tried, not where you want to be, feeling stuck, and ready to throw it all away. Being stuck can lead to depression, anxiety, or irritability. I don't want you to suffer any more. I look forward to teaching you how therapy can provide direction and help you take your life back.

Emotional pain, whether from relationships with others, or events out of our control, tells us something is out of sorts. This pain leads to confusion, depression, anxiety disorders, anger, and many other issues. I can help you discover the internal strengths and resources you already possess to overcome the issues that prevent you from living a life in which you feel competent, worthwhile, and at peace. We will work collaboratively to improve symptoms, break old behavior patterns, and help you pursue the life you want.

The situations and symptoms that bring people into my psychotherapy practice are typically challenging and complex. Often overwhelmed at first, my clients learn to both work effectively with their symptoms and to discover their underlying meaning. With 40+ years experience working with men, women and couples, I provide a safe, compassionate space where new perspectives, encouragement and guidance are provided. As anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts and other issues are acknowledged, faced and better understood, the opportunity for both symptom reduction, healing and growth can occur.

Struggling with mental health concerns, relationship issues or substance use/addiction? Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your family or a coupled partnership, I use a person centered approach and empathetic understanding walking with you through the difficulty. An important aspect in my approach to change is motivational interviewing, exploring what your desired life might look like if things were different. Together we set goals and develop strategies to get you there.

IMMediate IN-PERSON in Burnsville and ONLINE openings in Minnesota! Infidelity, Intimacy & Relationships have been my specialty for nearly 10 years. I help couples reconnect, rebuild and restore their relationship. It has been far too long since your desires have been met in this relationship. You seek that touch or acknowledgement that they care. Through it all, you still have HOPE and want to heal and save your relationship. Best Hope Therapy provides pre-marital counseling, couples therapy, open, polyamorous, relationship therapy and marriage counseling for all types of traditional and non traditional relationships.