Domestic Abuse Therapists in Edina, MN
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Molly Shields-Englin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced psychologically abusive relationships or those experiencing post-separation
abuse
from an ex-partner.
Oftentimes it's hard to take the first step not knowing what the rest of the journey will hold. Maybe you need someone to walk that path with you, and I would be honored to be that person. I am a faith-based psychotherapist who enjoys working with adolescent and adult individuals, couples, and families. Whether you are processing past trauma, navigating current relationships, or ready to learn new skills to be your best self, I am here to help.
Beverly J Johnson
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
Verified
Prior to to starting in private practice, I worked in a shelter for women escaping
domestic
violence
, a center for the rehabilitation of violent men, a chemical dependency facility and an eating disorder adolescent treatment clinic.
I am a licensed psychologist and provide therapy to individuals, adolescents and couples. I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, physical, relational and sexual
abuse
. I am an EMDRIA Approved Consultant in EMDR: a powerful therapeutic process that is used to treat many types of psychological distress, and to enable performance enhancement.
Larissa Barbaro-Kukade
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have particular expertise working with survivors of interpersonal trauma; addiction/substance
abuse
; grief; chronic illnesses/conditions; and issues related to experiences of oppression.
I believe that the path to healing requires a safe, and trusting relationship between client and therapist. As a psychologist, my main goal is create a warm and welcoming space for clients to feel understood, heard, respected, and safe. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them better understand themselves and the challenges they have faced, improve interpersonal relationships, and promote healing. My approach to therapy is integrative, and client-centered; meeting my clients where they are. We work together to reach their goals and find lasting change, fulfillment, and healing.
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer Hahn
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Each stage of our lives brings its own challenges. And if our lives so far haven’t been particularly rosy… experiences from our pasts can make our emotions overwhelming and unpredictable, and we can feel out of control. They can keep us from forming close and healthy relationships, leaving us isolated and alone. I provide individual therapy for adolescents and adults who have experienced adversity in their lives. I provide treatment for traumas and stressors that we sometimes experience growing up including household dysfunction, emotional and physical neglect,
abuse
, and generational trauma.
Rita F. Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Rita brings to psychotherapy over 30 years of diverse experiences with children, adolescents, couples, and families. She has cultivated expertise in depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, sexual
abuse
, separation/ divorce issues as well as step and blended families. She has the unique ability to integrate psychodynamic, behavioral, and solution-focused techniques to help clients understand their behaviors that may be self-defeating and obstacles the impede their growth, providing a new perspective.
Ann E Markovich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I feel very good that I can meet people where they are no matter what, because I too have been many places. When issues arise in our lives, I find they can be opportunities to learn and to heal. My therapy is affirming, yet challenging, radically accepting, yet moving for change. Our conflicts, collisions and issues that bring us in for therapy are indications of deep wounds and/or beliefs about ourselves that need some kind of attention. Come on in and let's talk it through. I have extensive experience with trauma, addictions and
abuse
, anxiety and depression, sexual and gender identity, and spirituality.
Esther Vogelzang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness. I also work with individuals 18 years and older who struggle with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD and Substance Use Disorder. I have experience in the area of trauma, developmental and intellectual delays, life transitions,
domestic
violence
, grief and loss, and interpersonal relationship challenges. My integrative approach utilizes DBT, CBT, ART, and Motivational Interviewing.
Randi Beth Deal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LADC
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals and couples My specialty areas are Couples Counseling, (including, but not limited to Marital counseling and Pre-Marital counseling) Depression and Anxiety, Lyme Disease and other chronic conditions, Substance
Abuse
and Chemical Dependency assessments, issues related to forgiveness, transitions and self empowerment.
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.
Jac Stringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I am a trans-genderqueer femme, disabled, Two-Spirit, Native American radical activist & social worker. I practice trauma-focused feminist therapy with trans youth & young adults ages 12-27. Except for trans letters, for which I see all ages, youth and adults. My specialties surround gender & sexuality, & trauma survivors experiencing depression, bipolar, anxiety, self-harm, suicidality, disability, chronic pain, multiples/alters, dissociation, sexual assault, & histories with
abuse
&
violence
. I am body, sex, & kink positive, poly-inclusive, value accountability, & recognize the intersectional impact of systematic oppression.
Leanne D Ravey
Counselor, PsyD, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Seeking help from a therapist can be a difficult decision. Successful therapy is highly based on the client-therapist relationship as well as openness to change. I have a warm eclectic style that creates a trusting therapeutic environment. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to address unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I treat a variety of issues including trauma,
abuse
, depression, anxiety, spiritual and relationship issues.
Eric E Strom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, BCD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I am focused on helping clients who are at a point in their life where they want and need a change. We will work together to help you identify what the underlying issues are, and how to best address them so that you may find relief. I have experience working with clients who have suffered a life changing traumatic event such as combat, sexual
abuse
, physical
abuse
, sexual assault, and other traumatic events. Together, we can help you heal from these events in your life. They are a part of you, but do not need to define you.
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Marsha Molinari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I am trained to help those with a variety of life problems including; depression, anxiety, grief, loss and separation, self-esteem issues, family, parenting and/or relationship issues, physical and sexual
abuse
, anger management and substance use issues.
By combining a back-ground in nursing, psychology and social work, my goal is to help individuals achieve a greater sense of physical, emotional and spiritual well being. I provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals and couples who want to explore issues that may be contributing to their feelings of being stuck or dissatisfied with their way of being. I view the therapy process as a joint venture between myself and the client. I believe that every individual has the capacity to answer their own questions by drawing from their own inner wisdom.
David A Dubois
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, chemical and other addictions, as well with issues of anger management, victims of
domestic
abuse
,and family therapy.
More information at; davidadubois.com
I believe that therapy is not an easy process to begin or to say with over time. I have been a therapist for over 20 years and before that worked for 12 years as an alcohol and drug counselor. I work from a cognitive behavioral therapy perspective and believe that people come to therapy because they have tried every solution they know to make there life better. I believe therapy works best in an atmosphere of respect and trust, that people come to therapy because they want to make there life better in some way.
Waitlist for new clients
Olivia I. Jewett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual therapy for adults as well as couples and families. My areas of focus are with past traumas,
abuse
, addictions, eating disorders, body image concerns, self-harming behaviors, abandonment, Bipolar Disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, and loss. My other areas of concentration are marriage counseling, the challenges of parenting, sibling conflicts, infidelity, and conflict resolution skills. I offer pre-marital counseling focusing on the transition into marriage, establishing effective communication skills, hearing/understanding partner perspective, assumptions made about partner's thoughts/experiences, and how the couple can approach challenges life may bring to their relationships.
Jessica Sells
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LADC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
THERAPEUTIC PASSIONS Women and Relationships, Co-Dependency & Learning How to Focus On Yourself Instead of Others, Setting Boundaries, Self Esteem & Self Care, Losing Yourself in Work, Numbing Behaviors, Substance
Abuse
Issues, Couples and Substance
Abuse
, and How Substance
Abuse
Intertwines with Families (Immediate or the Family You Grew Up In).
I provide support in finding your voice, getting yourself rooted authenticity and learning how to hold on to yourself in relationships. Not having a strong sense of who you are can make you feel small but as Brené Brown says, "do not shrink, do not puff up, stand your sacred ground." Together we will explore your own strength though practices of self-discovery and personal empowerment. Whether you're in a relationship or single and looking, we'll work together so you can feel secure as your own person. Healthy and happy relationships depend on a healthy and happy you!
Edwards & Associates PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you experienced emotional, physical, or sexual boundary violations in childhood and now have troubles with a range of issues like establishing lasting relationships and trust, strong and changing emotions or emotional numbness and dissocitation, troubles with sexual intimacy, anxiety or depression? I specialize in working with people with a history of complex trauma, family trauma, developmental trauma, or childhood
abuse
. Particularly when
abuse
happens earlier in life or repeatedly, those suffering may develop various symptoms, including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, eating disorders, and anger issues
Elena Louise Erickson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Verified
My areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma,
Domestic
Violence
, and helping clients who wish to strengthen communication skills and build healthy relationships.
I am a compassionate, humorous and enthusiastic therapist with my master’s degree in counseling psychology currently pursuing licensure. It wasn’t until I discovered the healing power of the mind, body, and spirit approach that I saw lasting change and healing in myself and in my clients. I am client centered, radically non-judgmental, authentic, and honest. I believe in meeting each individual where they are and joining together on a path to growth. I am strongly influenced by Sensorimotor Psychotherapy which focuses on the link between our bodies and our psychological wellbeing.
Nancy Van Dyken
Psychologist, MSEd, LP, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Most of us are seeking some kind of peace in our lives. At times our lives feel off track. We feel stuck, and hungry for things to be different. I will teach you skills and tools to make the needed changes to create the life you want. I give homework at the end of every session to help change the patterns in life that aren't working. These tools will assist you in reconnecting with your own wisdom, and in guiding you to your own answers. It’s possible to live a life of peace and joy. Since COVID many clients have discovered Telemedicine is a very convient way to engage in therapy without having to leave work or home.
Mary Elizabeth Youngquist
Psychologist, MS, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
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.
Steve Plasch
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe the most important benefits of therapy are relief from painful feelings, a deeper self understanding, and confidence to pursue positive change and growth. Whether you are looking to gain insight into life-long patterns or simply need help with a current specific issue, my goal is to help you gain a deeper sense of peace and satisfaction with your life.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.