Adoption Therapists in Edina, MN

Jess Holly received her Bachelor’s degree in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the U of M. Jess previously worked for a children’s community mental health agency in Minneapolis and surrounding areas where she provided in-home therapeutic support to children and their families facing serious and persistent mental and behavioral health challenges. Jess also has experience treating adults with anxiety and depression.

Hi! I’m an inter-section theorist. I’m a mixed race person. I come from a social justice lens and work from a diversity, race, cultural and also non-binary foundation. I work with all ages, individuals, families and couples. I treat anxiety & depression, behavior/defiance issues, offer parenting support, holistic health, nutrition planning, eating disorders, chemical dependency, intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues, and personality disorders. I have experience in attachment/ adoption and autism in women. I have an efficient, compassionate approach and sense of humor. I’m passionate and interested in your story.

Do you or your family feel tired, stuck in chaos and ready to throw in the towel? Adoptive families may face unique challenges that require a supportive professional who has personal and professional knowledge of attachment adaptations, trauma responses, anxiety, grief, and the adoption circle. As a parent of three, all adopted transracially, I have faced both the joy and struggle of parenting. When working with you, I will bring my personal and professional experience using a sensitive, non-judgmental approach as I help you find renewed hope and joy for yourself and your family.

We work with children, teenagers, adults, families and couples. We treat anxiety and depression, eating disorders, behavior issues in children and teens, defiance issues in children and teens, holistic health, nutrition management and planning, health and weightloss, chemical dependency for individuals and families. We assist with intelligence/gifted/sensitivity issues. We treat personality disorders. we have experience in attachment and adoption . We are intelligent about diversity and culture, especially in this increasingly challenging time. We have an efficient and compassionate approach. We are based out of holistic and creative theory. We can help create change to increase joy and function.

I imagine you're seeking a psychotherapist for counseling because you hope to make some important changes. Success working with a psychologist depends on you feeling comfortable engaging in a collaborative manner with her. Some therapy sessions may be difficult as you ask important questions about yourself, how you function in the world. As you proceed, you may experience frustration, confusion, anxiety, self-doubt and/or conflicted feelings, but at the end of your psychotherapy you'll most likely have learned something new to help you with the concerns that brought you in to seek psychological treatment.

Given the current state of the world it is quite normal to be anxious, discouraged, depressed and hopeless. Having someone to listen and support you can make a big difference in dealing with everyday life. Even when nothing external seems to change, I have found that feeling seen and heard is very valuable. My focus is to help you get relief from your pain and explore ways to cope with life’s ongoing challenges. We will discuss new life skills and attempt to find ways to appreciate and enjoy your life.

It can be hard to know whether your child's struggles are because of poor organizational skills, issues with attention, a learning disability, or mood/anxiety difficulties. This is where I come in: giving you an accurate and nuanced understanding of what is going on and how to treat it. I provide comprehensive and individualized evaluation to help you understand your child's strengths and weaknesses, get to the "why" underneath, and sort out what is typical and what is cause for concern. As a former classroom teacher, I make practical recommendations that translate into your child being more academically successful immediately.

I serve adults, families, and children (ages 4-18) with a variety of challenges. I help men and women handle breakups or relationship difficulties, cope with being single, navigate dating, create healthy relationships, manage anger/ frustration, deal with depression, explore adoptee issues, and adapt to change or loss. I serve families with children who are pushing boundaries, fighting with or blaming others, worrying excessively, yelling/talking back, lacking appropriate social skills or have poor self-esteem. I also work with adoptive families who are concerned about their adopted child's "problem" behaviors, difficulties adjusting, or challenges in connecting with others.

Are you done with pouring hours into therapy and coaching, only to still have no answers to your questions or to lack a sense of progress? Is the traditional “talk therapy”, talking you down the same old path again? It’s time for a change. It’s time for a new way of thinking, perceiving, and experiencing your life. It takes a strong, catalyst to bring about this kind of change, and it takes an even greater team to build the greatest life you can REAL-ize. Together, I am convinced you and I can make this happen, with laughter and joy alongside the whole way.

I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults and their families covering a range of issues. I focus on working through and solving problems that are unique to each person's perspective. I feel it important to listen to each party's concerns and get to the root of the matter with assertive yet gentle guidance. My goal is to provide a safe emotional environment for children and adolescents dealing with complex issues so that they can express their concerns and develop ways of coping with their difficulties, successfully.

Seeking first to understand, then to assist you in resolving problem areas in your life, my focus is on helping you grow to a place of personal safety, security, and stability in your life. Please call or email to discuss how I may be able to help you address any issues that you may be facing.

Emotional healing and trauma thriving is a process. I will join you in your quest and walk alongside every step of the way. Your journey with me will touch every area of your humanity; providing a wholistic approach to your healing.

Licensed and serving clients in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, my focus in therapy is to: 1) assist clients to clearly identify the root causes of the challenges and difficulties they are facing; 2) ensure client safety and stability, and; 3) work with each client to identify solutions which they feel will best address and resolve their unique life situations. I do not use a one-size-fits-all, or cookie-cutter approach. I work relationally and collaboratively, helping each individual hold themselves accountable for gaining the skills they need to successfully navigate their own life journey with all of its challenges and successes.