Family Therapy in Edina, MN

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.