Family Therapy in Edina, MN

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Mary Wilkening
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Things that have happened to us don't always feel like they're "over" ; past events may feel like they still impact or even control our lives. You feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, scared to do the things you want to do, stuck, or frustrated with your relationships. You're not living the kind of life you want to live, and you don't feel like your best self. Maybe you had some significant trauma in your life, or experienced abuse, or weren't nurtured by your family in the way you needed, or feel rejected by your family or your faith community. Or maybe you're grieving the loss of a dream, a person, or a relationship.
(612) 453-4670 x109
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Edina, MN 55439
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Catherine Porthan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in Marital and Family Relationships.
I enjoy working with children, adults, individuals, couples and families. I assist in helping others to explore deeper motivations and recognize their own special gifts and talents.
(612) 360-2539
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Edina, MN 55424
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Ervin Counseling & Family Life Ministries, P.A.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you ever feel anxious or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with sadness, emptiness, low self-esteem or depression? Is your significant relationship, marriage or family hurting and in need of help? Are you struggling on the job or in your social life? Have you experienced past trauma that still affects you today? Do you engage in behaviors that are confusing and troubling? Are you facing a difficult life transition? You do not need to walk this path alone. We can help.
(952) 373-0553 x1
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Edina, MN 55439
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John M Lampert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a seasoned therapist with many years of experience working with individuals and couples struggling with divorce, traumatic loss, economic stress, and family of origin dysfunction.
Good therapy is challenging, at times fun, yet always affirming. I work diligently with my clients to help them develop insights, designed to enhance their overall life fulfillment.
(612) 562-6918
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Edina, MN 55435
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Marilyn Court
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Feeling unable to connect to the present is an unsettling reality. I understand how anxiety and depression can get in the way of being able to fully enjoy life. Do you have difficulty connecting with friends, family , a partner, or others? I want to help you process these feelings by offering a warm and authentic approach to therapy with a touch of humor.
(952) 260-2638
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Edina, MN 55439
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Allison Kay Peterson
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My goal is to help you manage the role of parenting in a supportive and non-judgmental environment, develop a more balanced family life and address emotional and behavioral concerns within your home. I am able to work with the individuals in your family as well as your family as a whole. In my work, I take a direct yet affirming approach in addressing complex emotional and behavioral concerns. I especially enjoy engaging families in developing effective communication and behavior management skills.
(612) 260-6879
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Edina, MN 55439
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Kaleidoscope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified
Verified
I am a passionate therapist who believes in the power of change. As a mother of two, a wife, a child development specialist and a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist , I, personally and professionally understand the highs and lows in parenting and relationships. Together, we will put the joy back into parenting, your partnership and in life! With over a decade of experience working with families, individuals and couples, I am able to help empower you, engage your children and build your relationships.
(612) 213-2473
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Edina, MN 55439
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Alexis Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also have extensive experience working with kids and young adults with special needs and their family support system.
Life is hard. We live in a complex world that can be stressful and overwhelming. Most of us were never taught the tools to manage emotional and mental challenges, which can lead to anxiety and depression. The good news is that you are not alone! Let me help you uncover what’s keeping you from living your best life. I have the privilege of working with kids, teens and families in a variety of settings. I enjoy working with kids and young adults who have difficulty managing relationships, school performance decline, increased fighting with parents/siblings, anxiety & depression.
(612) 429-4905
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Edina, MN 55439
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Joe Noble
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with families, couples, and individuals to help them understand and resolve difficult life issues or make it through family transitions. Some examples of the work I do include: Marriage counseling; Pre-marriage education; Men's and young men's issues; Male personality development; Parenting education and coaching; Step- family counseling; Bridging parental conflict/post-divorce education.
(952) 955-7538
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Edina, MN 55439
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Jean Naymark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMFT, BCD
Verified
Verified
I also look at the individual within the context of the family of origin.
I have 35 years of experience helping people find a way to live a richer and more satisfying life. Therapy is about empowering individuals and coming face-to-face with adversities. Clients are helped to explore past experiences that impact current emotions and behaviors. In order to change you need to resolve internal conflicts that lead to emotional distress, unwanted behaviors and physical symptoms. I help to create a safe place for you to be able to talk about the meaning of your feelings and thoughts thus gaining greater knowledge of self.
(952) 373-0515
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Edina, MN 55424
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Janet Anderson Counseling, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I work with clients of all ages and offer an array of services: diagnostic assessment, individual/couples/ family therapy , skills training, guided relaxation/meditation, Quantum Neuro Reset Therapy (QNRT.com), parent coaching, consultation, postpartum services, etc. I work with athletes preparing them emotionally for sporting competitions. I enjoy providing clinical supervision to practitioners and supervising research. I provide consultation services to professionals, mentors professionals, and give educational in-services and presentations. I can also coach individuals toward achieving weight loss, fitness, finacial freedom, healthy aging and spiritual guidance.
(612) 999-2143
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Edina, MN 55439
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Lauren Azbill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love learning! I am specifically trained in various couple's therapy modalities, understanding the family system, and Pia Mellody's Post Induction Therapy which focuses on healing relational trauma.
Life is hard and often not fair at times. We seek therapy to feel heard, validated and find ways to move through our pain. I work with a broad range of individuals, couple's and families. My passion is helping those with relational issues, developmental trauma, substance use as well as eating disorders. I will work with individuals (13+). I love working with transplants as I understand the complexities of moving to another part of the country and not knowing the culture. My goal is to help you find yourself, that internal voice that tells you, "you are worthy, you are enough."
(612) 979-2958
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Edina, MN 55435
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Kelly Ann Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and her cats.
NO Current Openings: Kelly Johnson is an LMFT working towards her Registered Play Therapy credentials. Kelly has been supporting children, adolescents, and adults in various in-home and outpatient settings. Kelly currently works with ages 3+ focusing on anxiety, depression, adjustment (life changes), relationship issues, stress, postpartum and parenting concerns. In her practice with adolescents and adults, Kelly utilizes a narrative, structural, and CBT approach in her work to discover a person’s story and work through their hardships. In her work with children Kelly utilizes experiential play therapy.
(651) 372-8189
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Edina, MN 55436
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Megan Gassner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a marriage and family therapist , I believe in the power of relationships and connection. It is my goal to create a foundation of trust, respect, and unconditional positive regard in the therapy relationship. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, I work best with clients who come to therapy motivated, ready to build on existing strengths and learn new skills and strategies when helpful.
(952) 900-4549
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Edina, MN 55435
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Krista A Mrozinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, IMH-E
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota and nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).
I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. I assist families and couples through therapeutic work and help support and repair opportunities to honor fulfilling relationships with themselves and their greater support networks. I take a holistic approach and strive to provide clients with proactive, integrative strategies to assist with mental health concerns.
(952) 229-4579
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Edina, MN 55435
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Erin C Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I provide education, safety, and sensitivity so that we can explore your values, obstacles, sexuality, family dynamics, and commitment to making meaningful changes in your life or relationship.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist and owner of Valued Living Therapy, and I provide both individual & couples therapy. Together, we will examine what you'd like to change & accept about aspects of yourself, a relationship, and/or a difficult situation. In therapy, you will have the opportunity to learn how to cultivate distress tolerance, self-awareness, connectedness, and belonging in order for you or your relationship to thrive. I hold the perspective that identifying desired meaningful outcomes, a willingness to commit to intentionality, and living each day according to what we intrinsically value is our most important work.
(952) 856-3786
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Edina, MN 55424
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Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness
MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Our clients come to the center for resources and support on their caregiving journey. They are often stressed and feel drained from the toll of caregiving for a family member or friend and are seeking help with dementia conversations, legal and financial planning, health care directives, and self-care.
(612) 445-2160
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Edina, MN 55436
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Teresa Selah Riley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have advanced degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy & Divinity (M.
Looking for a therapist can be overwhelming, but it can also be an exciting opportunity for change. Perhaps you are seeking help overcoming feelings of anxiety or depression, or increasing connection and reducing conflict in a significant relationship in your life. Or maybe it's time to seek clarity about your past so that you can finally look forward towards a healthy, promising future. As a therapist with many years of counseling experience, I am deeply committed to offering an accepting, non-judgmental, and safe environment that can help you discover new possibilities for healing, positive change, and a better future.
(651) 243-9794
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Edina, MN 55439
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Frank Thayer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My style is generally focused on the relational aspects of life, whether that is relationships with our family , your partner, the therapeutic relationship we build, or your relationship with yourself. My style of therapy centers around systemic theories, relational principles and relational ethics. I have experience as an in-home therapist, outpatient therapist, and a therapist for individuals needing services at a residential level. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families. I have developed a passion for working with people and have immense respect for the transformative power of our relationships.
(952) 234-6903
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Edina, MN 55436
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Kaitlin L Lytle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPH, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
When life becomes messy and you need a compassionate, collaborative, non-judgmental, and experienced therapist, I am here for you. My primary focus is on medical family therapy , family therapy , and working with young adults and adolescents. I have an extensive background working with eating disorders, acute and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, perfectionism, parenting, and adjusting to life’s challenges.
(612) 682-1205
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Edina, MN 55416
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.