Therapists for Adults in Cannon Falls, MN
I focus on building a strong foundational relationship with clients, collaboratively developing self-awareness, mood-stabilizing skills and communication tools that allow for the safe reprocessing of difficult experiences and emotions. I work with people who have experienced a range of challenges, from difficulties with life adjustments to complicated trauma and loss. It is important to me that clients understand that difficult and traumatic experiences can arise from a seemingly “normal” childhood or life event. Therapeutic support and guidance for any destabilizing event or emotion is a valuable resource.
I focus on building a strong foundational relationship with clients, collaboratively developing self-awareness, mood-stabilizing skills and communication tools that allow for the safe reprocessing of difficult experiences and emotions. I work with people who have experienced a range of challenges, from difficulties with life adjustments to complicated trauma and loss. It is important to me that clients understand that difficult and traumatic experiences can arise from a seemingly “normal” childhood or life event. Therapeutic support and guidance for any destabilizing event or emotion is a valuable resource.
Many of my clients describe feeling like they’re going through the motions of life, questioning who they truly are, or struggling to feel worthy of love and belonging. Some overextend for others or use substances to ease emotional pain. My role is to help you understand and transform those patterns with compassion and curiosity.
I believe most symptoms—like depression, anxiety, emptiness, or disconnection—are signals pointing toward unhealed wounds, often from earlier life experiences. Together, we’ll use those symptoms as guides, working to reach and heal the root causes rather than simply manage the surface.
Many of my clients describe feeling like they’re going through the motions of life, questioning who they truly are, or struggling to feel worthy of love and belonging. Some overextend for others or use substances to ease emotional pain. My role is to help you understand and transform those patterns with compassion and curiosity.
I believe most symptoms—like depression, anxiety, emptiness, or disconnection—are signals pointing toward unhealed wounds, often from earlier life experiences. Together, we’ll use those symptoms as guides, working to reach and heal the root causes rather than simply manage the surface.
Some people seek therapy for relief from life's immediate challenges, along with new perspectives and practical strategies. Some seek therapy with deep questions about self, meaning, purpose, and how to live more fully. If either priority resonates, you may find a good fit here. I offer both shorter-term therapy for stress, anxiety, and life transitions, and longer-term, presence-centered work for those seeking to live more deeply. If you are navigating major life changes or questions of a spiritual, religious, philosophical, or contemplative nature, welcome.
Some people seek therapy for relief from life's immediate challenges, along with new perspectives and practical strategies. Some seek therapy with deep questions about self, meaning, purpose, and how to live more fully. If either priority resonates, you may find a good fit here. I offer both shorter-term therapy for stress, anxiety, and life transitions, and longer-term, presence-centered work for those seeking to live more deeply. If you are navigating major life changes or questions of a spiritual, religious, philosophical, or contemplative nature, welcome.
I have worked as a therapist with adults of all ages, as individuals and in groups, in agency, in-home, college, and private practice settings.
I work collaboratively with my clients to define and explore the things they want to change. Most of my clients come to therapy because something in their lives isn't working anymore. They want to let go of old habits and deepen their sense of well-being. I help my clients build skills that create the conditions for growth. These skills, practiced over time, allow my clients to connect more deeply with themselves and others, and move more purposefully into the lives they choose. My goal is to facilitate my clients' movement beyond symptom relief to real and lasting change.
I have worked as a therapist with adults of all ages, as individuals and in groups, in agency, in-home, college, and private practice settings.
I work collaboratively with my clients to define and explore the things they want to change. Most of my clients come to therapy because something in their lives isn't working anymore. They want to let go of old habits and deepen their sense of well-being. I help my clients build skills that create the conditions for growth. These skills, practiced over time, allow my clients to connect more deeply with themselves and others, and move more purposefully into the lives they choose. My goal is to facilitate my clients' movement beyond symptom relief to real and lasting change.
I work with adults that desire to live a life without symptoms of trauma, addiction, codependency/people-pleasing, or anxiety.
I utilize CBT, strengths based, solution focused approach. I also am a Master ART Practitioner. For 10+ years, I have worked in group homes, day treatment, and high intensity outpatient settings. Though this, I've learned ways to teach others skills based on their learning style.
I offer sessions in person in Northfield or online and offer ART intensives.
I work with adults that desire to live a life without symptoms of trauma, addiction, codependency/people-pleasing, or anxiety.
I utilize CBT, strengths based, solution focused approach. I also am a Master ART Practitioner. For 10+ years, I have worked in group homes, day treatment, and high intensity outpatient settings. Though this, I've learned ways to teach others skills based on their learning style.
I offer sessions in person in Northfield or online and offer ART intensives.
I offer a supportive, collaborative space for adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, navigate life transitions, and build resources to thrive.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based approach that helps clients resolve trauma, anxiety, phobias, and other challenges.
As a PsyD student and pre-licensed clinician, I bring fresh doctoral level training while working closely with a licensed supervisor for added support.
I offer a supportive, collaborative space for adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, navigate life transitions, and build resources to thrive.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based approach that helps clients resolve trauma, anxiety, phobias, and other challenges.
As a PsyD student and pre-licensed clinician, I bring fresh doctoral level training while working closely with a licensed supervisor for added support.
I offer therapy for adults, those willing, ready to heal, open to exploring, learning new and different ideas, growing and making necessary and wanted changes.
I will be out of the office until Thursday, July 26th
By reading this, you're already taking a step toward what you want. Maybe this is your first time, or you've had some difficult experiences in the past. Maybe your experiences were helpful and you're ready to take another step. Therapy is about relationship - my first goal is to create a safe space, open to all, free from judgement, where you can first build safety and support, and then move into learning, change and growth. I work with your values and beliefs to improve self-awareness, make the most of yourself and your life.
I offer therapy for adults, those willing, ready to heal, open to exploring, learning new and different ideas, growing and making necessary and wanted changes.
I will be out of the office until Thursday, July 26th
By reading this, you're already taking a step toward what you want. Maybe this is your first time, or you've had some difficult experiences in the past. Maybe your experiences were helpful and you're ready to take another step. Therapy is about relationship - my first goal is to create a safe space, open to all, free from judgement, where you can first build safety and support, and then move into learning, change and growth. I work with your values and beliefs to improve self-awareness, make the most of yourself and your life.
Heidi J Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Please know that I understand what courage it takes to reach out to a counselor. This is the first step toward understanding yourself a little better. My specialty is grief due to loss caused by death, disability, divorce, addiction, loss of safety, loss of trust, loss of home or innocence. I believe in working with each client based on their unique personality and story because every person is different.
Please know that I understand what courage it takes to reach out to a counselor. This is the first step toward understanding yourself a little better. My specialty is grief due to loss caused by death, disability, divorce, addiction, loss of safety, loss of trust, loss of home or innocence. I believe in working with each client based on their unique personality and story because every person is different.
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Serenity Counseling Clinic-Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Serves Area
I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for adults, couples, and families in a safe, collaborative space.
Accepting New Clients-Immediate Availability-
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating a difficult transition? You may be seeking a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Many clients seek support when relationship stress, communication challenges, or family conflicts begin to feel overwhelming. Many clients also come to therapy wanting clarity, emotional relief, and support during moments that feel heavy or uncertain. At Serenity, the goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move forward in ways that feel aligned with your values.
I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for adults, couples, and families in a safe, collaborative space.
Accepting New Clients-Immediate Availability-
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating a difficult transition? You may be seeking a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Many clients seek support when relationship stress, communication challenges, or family conflicts begin to feel overwhelming. Many clients also come to therapy wanting clarity, emotional relief, and support during moments that feel heavy or uncertain. At Serenity, the goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move forward in ways that feel aligned with your values.
I believe people are doing the best they can with what they know and have experienced. Therapy begins with curiosity—not judgment—especially with ADHD symptoms, Addiction, and Relationship struggles. Together we can look at what’s not working—patterns like distraction, impulsivity, compulsive use, or disconnection—and what can be added: skills, insight, or behavior change. I help with ADHD symptoms, quitting porn, Addiction, and improving Relationships. I trust your life can work for you again, and therapy is where we rediscover how. Licensure seeking supervisor approved LMFT.
I believe people are doing the best they can with what they know and have experienced. Therapy begins with curiosity—not judgment—especially with ADHD symptoms, Addiction, and Relationship struggles. Together we can look at what’s not working—patterns like distraction, impulsivity, compulsive use, or disconnection—and what can be added: skills, insight, or behavior change. I help with ADHD symptoms, quitting porn, Addiction, and improving Relationships. I trust your life can work for you again, and therapy is where we rediscover how. Licensure seeking supervisor approved LMFT.
I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, & children/parents struggling with ADHD, motivation difficulties, difficulty managing strong emotions, or anxiety/self-confidence concerns.
You struggle with motivation and following through on tasks. You know what you need to do but struggle to do it. People say you have amazing, creative ideas but you don’t know how to consistently translate your ideas into action. It feels difficult to organize yourself at work and notice that you have periods in which you’re “on” but then struggle to get back on track. You feel that other people don’t understand you and you are likely able to trace this feeling back to childhood. Other people communicate frustration with your lack of time management or procrastination. You feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and stuck.
I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, & children/parents struggling with ADHD, motivation difficulties, difficulty managing strong emotions, or anxiety/self-confidence concerns.
You struggle with motivation and following through on tasks. You know what you need to do but struggle to do it. People say you have amazing, creative ideas but you don’t know how to consistently translate your ideas into action. It feels difficult to organize yourself at work and notice that you have periods in which you’re “on” but then struggle to get back on track. You feel that other people don’t understand you and you are likely able to trace this feeling back to childhood. Other people communicate frustration with your lack of time management or procrastination. You feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and stuck.
Do you feel stuck in the same pattern of conflict and wish for better communication with the important people in your life? Do you want to deepen connection with yourself and others? Do you need to find ways to set boundaries with those around you? A supportive, collaborative, and safe therapeutic relationship can help you work through all of the above, and more.
Do you feel stuck in the same pattern of conflict and wish for better communication with the important people in your life? Do you want to deepen connection with yourself and others? Do you need to find ways to set boundaries with those around you? A supportive, collaborative, and safe therapeutic relationship can help you work through all of the above, and more.
I believe in a relational approach to empower an individual to take back their life. I am here to walk WITH you in your journey. I believe that a whole-person approach, encompassing the mind, body and spirit will create an experience for individuals to grow and find their inner-self. I love helping people achieve what they didn't believe was possible within themselves. I strive to create a relaxed, open and light-hearted environment while working through life's obstacles. I am a Christian based counselor that is passionate about incorporating faith in sessions upon request.
I believe in a relational approach to empower an individual to take back their life. I am here to walk WITH you in your journey. I believe that a whole-person approach, encompassing the mind, body and spirit will create an experience for individuals to grow and find their inner-self. I love helping people achieve what they didn't believe was possible within themselves. I strive to create a relaxed, open and light-hearted environment while working through life's obstacles. I am a Christian based counselor that is passionate about incorporating faith in sessions upon request.
Making the decision to engage in a deeper relationship with yourself is a positive step forward to manage your well-being and mental health effectively.
Maybe you grew up being told your feelings were not acceptable. Or they didn’t matter. Or perhaps you find yourself struggling with life changes that have impacted you. Experiencing sadness, anxiety, loss, or challenges in a relationship can feel like you are stuck. You do not have to hold this alone. I am here to help you.
In therapy, I create a space where you can be your authentic self, in the safety of a therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and cared.
Making the decision to engage in a deeper relationship with yourself is a positive step forward to manage your well-being and mental health effectively.
Maybe you grew up being told your feelings were not acceptable. Or they didn’t matter. Or perhaps you find yourself struggling with life changes that have impacted you. Experiencing sadness, anxiety, loss, or challenges in a relationship can feel like you are stuck. You do not have to hold this alone. I am here to help you.
In therapy, I create a space where you can be your authentic self, in the safety of a therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and cared.
Whether you're a child, teen, or adult navigating anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges, I am here to walk with you at your pace.
I offer compassionate counseling integrating art therapy, faith-based support, and holistic psychology to help children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. Through creative expression, mindfulness, and self-reflection, I provide a safe space for healing, growth, and emotional well-being.
Whether you're a child, teen, or adult navigating anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges, I am here to walk with you at your pace.
I offer compassionate counseling integrating art therapy, faith-based support, and holistic psychology to help children, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. Through creative expression, mindfulness, and self-reflection, I provide a safe space for healing, growth, and emotional well-being.
We work with adults, couples, and teens navigating anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, identity shifts, and life transitions.
Our work is warm, grounded, and individualized. We integrate evidence-based therapy with deep listening and practical support. We have particular depth in women’s mental health, including pregnancy, postpartum, reproductive loss, and perimenopause, and offer in-house medication management for postpartum and perimenopausal mood and anxiety concerns.
We work with adults, couples, and teens navigating anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, identity shifts, and life transitions.
Our work is warm, grounded, and individualized. We integrate evidence-based therapy with deep listening and practical support. We have particular depth in women’s mental health, including pregnancy, postpartum, reproductive loss, and perimenopause, and offer in-house medication management for postpartum and perimenopausal mood and anxiety concerns.
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or weighed down by life’s challenges?
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or substance use, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Many people carry invisible burdens that quietly affect their confidence, relationships, and peace of mind. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack those struggles and move toward lasting change. Together, we’ll explore underlying patterns and build practical skills for resilience and personal growth.
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or weighed down by life’s challenges?
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or substance use, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Many people carry invisible burdens that quietly affect their confidence, relationships, and peace of mind. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack those struggles and move toward lasting change. Together, we’ll explore underlying patterns and build practical skills for resilience and personal growth.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and talking with someone can help. It's beneficial to have an unbiased ear to listen, someone assuring you that you have value, or someone to help get your thoughts in order. We all have different experiences and needs, and finding a therapist can be helpful. I am passionate about mental health and working to make tackling our own mental health issues approachable. I have a compassionate and realistic approach to mental health and view it as a necessary part of anyone’s life. I believe therapy is most effective by providing a non-judgmental space for people to be heard, appreciated, and validated.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and talking with someone can help. It's beneficial to have an unbiased ear to listen, someone assuring you that you have value, or someone to help get your thoughts in order. We all have different experiences and needs, and finding a therapist can be helpful. I am passionate about mental health and working to make tackling our own mental health issues approachable. I have a compassionate and realistic approach to mental health and view it as a necessary part of anyone’s life. I believe therapy is most effective by providing a non-judgmental space for people to be heard, appreciated, and validated.
Realizing your childhood experiences have followed you into adulthood can be sobering and frustrating.
Together, we'll heal emotional wounds, understand and break unhealthy patterns, and cultivate a more confident, regulated sense of self. For couples, we'll explore how each partner's attachment history shows up in the relationship to recognize and shift the conflict cycles that keep you stuck, guiding you towards a more emotionally safe and secure bond.
Realizing your childhood experiences have followed you into adulthood can be sobering and frustrating.
Together, we'll heal emotional wounds, understand and break unhealthy patterns, and cultivate a more confident, regulated sense of self. For couples, we'll explore how each partner's attachment history shows up in the relationship to recognize and shift the conflict cycles that keep you stuck, guiding you towards a more emotionally safe and secure bond.
I provide therapy for adults who want to make changes in their lives with a focus on positive psychology.
I primarily utilize a variety of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques including mindfulness, cognitive challenging and reframing, communication skills, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Accelerate Resolution Therapy (ART).
I provide therapy for adults who want to make changes in their lives with a focus on positive psychology.
I primarily utilize a variety of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques including mindfulness, cognitive challenging and reframing, communication skills, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Accelerate Resolution Therapy (ART).
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.