"Struggling with sexual issues can leave you feeling ashamed, anxious, depressed, and disconnected from your partner. I specialize in working with couples and individuals experiencing challenges related to sex. For couples, this might look like having very different levels of desire, struggling with infidelity, or figuring out how to manage the effects of past sexual trauma as a couple. Individuals may want to address performance difficulties, sexual pain, or struggles with past sexual abuse. I'm also passionate about helping couples and individuals navigating separation, divorce, and blending families."
"Struggling with sexual issues can leave you feeling ashamed, anxious, depressed, and disconnected from your partner. I specialize in working with couples and individuals experiencing challenges related to sex. For couples, this might look like having very different levels of desire, struggling with infidelity, or figuring out how to manage the effects of past sexual trauma as a couple. Individuals may want to address performance difficulties, sexual pain, or struggles with past sexual abuse. I'm also passionate about helping couples and individuals navigating separation, divorce, and blending families."
"As a clinical psychologist, I strive to help individuals improve their emotional well being through the use of scientifically supported treatment methods. Using the most contemporary research, I create an individualized and unique treatment plan that aims to address each of my client's goals and presenting concerns. I have adopted this approach in helping clients improve difficulties with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions among many other types of concerns. I am additionally passionate about helping individuals cope with the emotional struggles that come with chronic pain."
"As a clinical psychologist, I strive to help individuals improve their emotional well being through the use of scientifically supported treatment methods. Using the most contemporary research, I create an individualized and unique treatment plan that aims to address each of my client's goals and presenting concerns. I have adopted this approach in helping clients improve difficulties with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions among many other types of concerns. I am additionally passionate about helping individuals cope with the emotional struggles that come with chronic pain."
"Are you resisting taking focused action in a desired personal growth, relationship or career direction? What are the possible obstacles and favorite procrastinations that could be blocking your successful forward progress? My goal is to help you achieve your life's goals and desires, helping you learn and integrate the needed skills to enhance the quality of your life and relationships. I operate out of the belief that you know you best and my work is to help you realize this inner-wisdom and to live it fully."
"Are you resisting taking focused action in a desired personal growth, relationship or career direction? What are the possible obstacles and favorite procrastinations that could be blocking your successful forward progress? My goal is to help you achieve your life's goals and desires, helping you learn and integrate the needed skills to enhance the quality of your life and relationships. I operate out of the belief that you know you best and my work is to help you realize this inner-wisdom and to live it fully."
"It is easy to outwardly act as if all is well when inwardly one might be struggling and unable to enjoy all life has to offer. Making the choice to seek professional counseling is a difficult one, and takes courage! Have you been feeling like you aren't thriving in life? My goal is to provide a judgment-free place where you can feel safe to discover your true self, to heal from past hurts and elicit needed change in your life."
"It is easy to outwardly act as if all is well when inwardly one might be struggling and unable to enjoy all life has to offer. Making the choice to seek professional counseling is a difficult one, and takes courage! Have you been feeling like you aren't thriving in life? My goal is to provide a judgment-free place where you can feel safe to discover your true self, to heal from past hurts and elicit needed change in your life."
"I believe people need a therapist they can trust and who has the ability to understand their experience. My focus is to help bring awareness to a client through the understanding of influences of the past and their affect on present behavior. My strengths lie in the ability to connect and create a safe and trusting environment in order to work on and through difficult issues to provide a more meaningful and balanced life."
"I believe people need a therapist they can trust and who has the ability to understand their experience. My focus is to help bring awareness to a client through the understanding of influences of the past and their affect on present behavior. My strengths lie in the ability to connect and create a safe and trusting environment in order to work on and through difficult issues to provide a more meaningful and balanced life."
"Are you struggling with relationship problems? I help people find practical strategies to make their relationships stronger, healthier, and happier. I also see individuals who would like to challenge themselves and address concerns. Visit www.rekindlethespark.com for information on couple's issues and recent research on relationships. Come in alone or together for a free consultation to meet and discuss goals and get your questions answered."
"Are you struggling with relationship problems? I help people find practical strategies to make their relationships stronger, healthier, and happier. I also see individuals who would like to challenge themselves and address concerns. Visit www.rekindlethespark.com for information on couple's issues and recent research on relationships. Come in alone or together for a free consultation to meet and discuss goals and get your questions answered."
"My specialization in couples counseling allows a focus on issues couples face using the most current research, literature and training. With advanced training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and attention to attachment style and brain wiring, I work with couples to examine and change habits and patterns that cause distress. Our work together may involve the use of clinical hypnosis and mindfulness as tools to help with mood and affect regulation. Clients who are helped the most report learning about themselves and the impact they have on their partners, resulting in changes in their patterns of interaction."
"My specialization in couples counseling allows a focus on issues couples face using the most current research, literature and training. With advanced training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and attention to attachment style and brain wiring, I work with couples to examine and change habits and patterns that cause distress. Our work together may involve the use of clinical hypnosis and mindfulness as tools to help with mood and affect regulation. Clients who are helped the most report learning about themselves and the impact they have on their partners, resulting in changes in their patterns of interaction."
"I use biofeedback plus Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help people accomplish their goals, including reducing or eliminating the need for medications. I work with my wife, Elizabeth, who is a Registered Art Therapist and LMFT. We work with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, traumatic brain injury and learning disabilities. I use quantitative EEG "brain mapping" with a normative database when the need is to establish why people are having the symptoms they're having. Quantitative EEG identifies problems we address with EEG Biofeedback, which helps clients learn to pay attention without drugs, relax, and feel more like themselves."
"I use biofeedback plus Cognitive Behavior Therapy to help people accomplish their goals, including reducing or eliminating the need for medications. I work with my wife, Elizabeth, who is a Registered Art Therapist and LMFT. We work with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, traumatic brain injury and learning disabilities. I use quantitative EEG "brain mapping" with a normative database when the need is to establish why people are having the symptoms they're having. Quantitative EEG identifies problems we address with EEG Biofeedback, which helps clients learn to pay attention without drugs, relax, and feel more like themselves."
"Good health involves more than eating well and exercising. The way we think and behave affects every aspect of our lives; my goal is to maximize health by focusing on the mind--a powerful tool. I help people use their own strengths to help them overcome difficult situations and emotions. I prioritize the comfort and wellbeing of my clients, with a therapy style that incorporates warmth, empathy and creativity. I integrate well-practiced and well-supported psychological techniques, and treat most forms of psychopathology, including depression, anxiety, trauma, binge eating and insomnia, as well as simple (or complicated!) life stressors."
"Good health involves more than eating well and exercising. The way we think and behave affects every aspect of our lives; my goal is to maximize health by focusing on the mind--a powerful tool. I help people use their own strengths to help them overcome difficult situations and emotions. I prioritize the comfort and wellbeing of my clients, with a therapy style that incorporates warmth, empathy and creativity. I integrate well-practiced and well-supported psychological techniques, and treat most forms of psychopathology, including depression, anxiety, trauma, binge eating and insomnia, as well as simple (or complicated!) life stressors."
"*Evening/Saturday availability. Schedule ONLINE now.* You usually have it all together, but right now you find yourself stressed out, overwhelmed, or unsure of what steps to take. Sometimes it feels like things may not get better, and other times you feel like the people around you just don’t understand what you’re going through. If you’re struggling within a relationship, you may feel frustrated to realize that you no longer recognize the person next to you. I know that life can be challenging sometimes, and I know how much courage and resilience it takes to reach out for help. "
"*Evening/Saturday availability. Schedule ONLINE now.* You usually have it all together, but right now you find yourself stressed out, overwhelmed, or unsure of what steps to take. Sometimes it feels like things may not get better, and other times you feel like the people around you just don’t understand what you’re going through. If you’re struggling within a relationship, you may feel frustrated to realize that you no longer recognize the person next to you. I know that life can be challenging sometimes, and I know how much courage and resilience it takes to reach out for help. "
"Welcome! Whether you've come to this site because of something new going on in your life, or you'd like help with problems that have bothered you much longer, I would be honored to work with you. My goal is to provide a warm therapeutic setting where it feels safe to explore issues that are holding you back in any variety of ways. Clients often tell me they were reluctant to make their first therapy appointment, but are glad they did. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages, whether you attend alone or with others of your choosing."
"Welcome! Whether you've come to this site because of something new going on in your life, or you'd like help with problems that have bothered you much longer, I would be honored to work with you. My goal is to provide a warm therapeutic setting where it feels safe to explore issues that are holding you back in any variety of ways. Clients often tell me they were reluctant to make their first therapy appointment, but are glad they did. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults of all ages, whether you attend alone or with others of your choosing."
"Are you feeling stuck in patterns that hurt? Do you have a vague memory of when things were easier and life was more satisfying? Life, with it's expected and unexpected transitions can be challenging for all of us, even agonizing at times. We all need help from others on occasion...I am a strength based therapist who believes that by design you have everything you need to navigate through these times and I want to help you in recapturing something more promising. I'm ready when you are."
"Are you feeling stuck in patterns that hurt? Do you have a vague memory of when things were easier and life was more satisfying? Life, with it's expected and unexpected transitions can be challenging for all of us, even agonizing at times. We all need help from others on occasion...I am a strength based therapist who believes that by design you have everything you need to navigate through these times and I want to help you in recapturing something more promising. I'm ready when you are."
"Feeling lost, out of control, depressed or shameful and anger can be difficult feelings to manage alone especially if you're dealing with trauma related to Drug or Alcohol Abuse, Addictions, Relationship Problems or Overwhelming Stress, Depression or PTSD. If you're a parent of a teen with high risk behaviors, an individual and or couple that's struggling with communication conflicts, mistrust, broken relationship agreements, fragile relationships; including the one with yourself, then let me help you start your journey to recovery."
"Feeling lost, out of control, depressed or shameful and anger can be difficult feelings to manage alone especially if you're dealing with trauma related to Drug or Alcohol Abuse, Addictions, Relationship Problems or Overwhelming Stress, Depression or PTSD. If you're a parent of a teen with high risk behaviors, an individual and or couple that's struggling with communication conflicts, mistrust, broken relationship agreements, fragile relationships; including the one with yourself, then let me help you start your journey to recovery."
"I have been a licensed psychologist for over 18 years, in private practice in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. I work with depression, anxiety and trauma. During the initial meeting a thoughtful and thorough process of assessment will be done together.. With questions about how you are currently feeling, thinking and functioning being the focus of my attention.Together a process of psychotherapy will begin with the goal of expanding your capacity to manage the more difficult aspects of your social/emotional experience and creating new ways to think, do and be in the world."
"I have been a licensed psychologist for over 18 years, in private practice in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. I work with depression, anxiety and trauma. During the initial meeting a thoughtful and thorough process of assessment will be done together.. With questions about how you are currently feeling, thinking and functioning being the focus of my attention.Together a process of psychotherapy will begin with the goal of expanding your capacity to manage the more difficult aspects of your social/emotional experience and creating new ways to think, do and be in the world."
"I am a relationship therapist that specializes in working with sexuality. I have more than 5 years experience as a sex educator working from a sex-positive feminist lens. I have worked extensively with queer (LGBTQ), poly and kink communities. Queer, trans, kink and body positive communities and theorists inform my professional disposition. I specifically enjoy working with clients exploring gender identity, couples and individuals that are navigating communication issues, and issues related to life-stage dynamics and body change as it relates to their sexual identity."
"I am a relationship therapist that specializes in working with sexuality. I have more than 5 years experience as a sex educator working from a sex-positive feminist lens. I have worked extensively with queer (LGBTQ), poly and kink communities. Queer, trans, kink and body positive communities and theorists inform my professional disposition. I specifically enjoy working with clients exploring gender identity, couples and individuals that are navigating communication issues, and issues related to life-stage dynamics and body change as it relates to their sexual identity."
"My approach is to meet you where you are at, and work collaboratively with you. If you want to be really listened to, and be given the support and tools you need to make positive change, then I can help you. It takes courage and strength to face your vulnerabilities, and so I honor that by providing a safe and accepting atmosphere where your unique needs are heard. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 12 and older), individuals, and families. I mainly work with people who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression (including postpartum), and attention difficulties."
"My approach is to meet you where you are at, and work collaboratively with you. If you want to be really listened to, and be given the support and tools you need to make positive change, then I can help you. It takes courage and strength to face your vulnerabilities, and so I honor that by providing a safe and accepting atmosphere where your unique needs are heard. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 12 and older), individuals, and families. I mainly work with people who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression (including postpartum), and attention difficulties."
"Are you feeling overwhelmed, easily irritated, frequently worried, or sad? Do you procrastinate or avoid making decisions? I often hear the phrase "I'm not sure what the problem is but I know I am just not happy." Maybe you just experienced a major life stressor or maybe you have struggled with these issues for years. I offer a safe and supportive environment where you can begin to explore what the problem really is, move towards solutions that will help you cope with challenging life situations and release yourself from any "old baggage" that may be hanging on."
"Are you feeling overwhelmed, easily irritated, frequently worried, or sad? Do you procrastinate or avoid making decisions? I often hear the phrase "I'm not sure what the problem is but I know I am just not happy." Maybe you just experienced a major life stressor or maybe you have struggled with these issues for years. I offer a safe and supportive environment where you can begin to explore what the problem really is, move towards solutions that will help you cope with challenging life situations and release yourself from any "old baggage" that may be hanging on."
"I work with LGBTQIA kids and the families who love them! If your child is being bullied, is depressed or anxious, or has been a victim of abuse, I can offer them and you the space and safety to heal. If your teen has an emerging gender or sexual identity that you do not know how to support, I provide the space to process your feelings while staying connected to your child. Through play therapy and family therapy, my clients learn to express their feelings, better communicate with loved ones, and regain their inner joy!"
"I work with LGBTQIA kids and the families who love them! If your child is being bullied, is depressed or anxious, or has been a victim of abuse, I can offer them and you the space and safety to heal. If your teen has an emerging gender or sexual identity that you do not know how to support, I provide the space to process your feelings while staying connected to your child. Through play therapy and family therapy, my clients learn to express their feelings, better communicate with loved ones, and regain their inner joy!"
"I am a body positive therapist who specializes in working with eating disorders and how they relate to sexulailty. Through a feminist, sex positive lens, I work with couples and individuals as they work on issues relating to: body image distortion, eating issues, and sexual concerns relating to body image and eating disorders. I work with people of all ages and identities. Additionally, I have competency in treating trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety and children with emotional behavioral issues. I view therapy as a journey and look forward to walking alongside you."
"I am a body positive therapist who specializes in working with eating disorders and how they relate to sexulailty. Through a feminist, sex positive lens, I work with couples and individuals as they work on issues relating to: body image distortion, eating issues, and sexual concerns relating to body image and eating disorders. I work with people of all ages and identities. Additionally, I have competency in treating trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety and children with emotional behavioral issues. I view therapy as a journey and look forward to walking alongside you."
"Are you wondering how you ended up here? The bomb of an affair or the years of slowly growing apart can happen easier than we like to admit, and then we are stuck asking the foggy questions about what happened to our relationship. Hold hope in the possibility of experiencing one another freshly and finding safety in one another again! I also offer Christian counseling for those who desire it."
"Are you wondering how you ended up here? The bomb of an affair or the years of slowly growing apart can happen easier than we like to admit, and then we are stuck asking the foggy questions about what happened to our relationship. Hold hope in the possibility of experiencing one another freshly and finding safety in one another again! I also offer Christian counseling for those who desire it."
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