Medicaid Therapists in Edina, MN

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.

We hold trauma, grief, loss, and painful memories in our minds and bodies. If these issues aren't healed and released, they come out in painful and often destructive ways: Depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, struggles with parenting, substance abuse, isolation, fear, etc. People often feel "stuck" in these issues and are caught in cycles that are difficult to break free. These destructive and painful cycles can be broken and you can be enabled to thrive personally and in your relationships.

Positive mental health is a right for all, critical to managing our day-to-day life, and necessary to realize one's full potential and authentic self. Although life can saddle us with extreme stress, counseling gives us the tools and support to understand the root of that stress and develop through it. Counseling promotes and emphasizes wellness, empowerment, and growth. It's a powerful way to explore and optimize our holistic wellbeing. Contacting a professional for therapy can feel intimidating. However, seeking counseling early on can help deescalate issues and equip clients with tools to manage and prevent future issues.

It takes courage to reach out for support, and I’m glad you’re here. Life and relationships can often present us with circumstances that are quite challenging and confusing, and it can be hard to sort through these situations alone. If you’ve found yourself stuck in pain, if you’re unsure of how to relate to or communicate with those you love, if you’ve been facing spiritual wonderings or challenges, or simply if you want to pursue freedom and growth in your life in any way - you’ve come to the right place. I would consider it an honor to hear your story and provide a safe, compassionate space for you to feel seen, known, and heard.

Life is full of challenges. How we choose to face those challenges impacts the direction of our lives. I believe that by providing a safe, supportive environment I can help you navigate the challenges you are facing. I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults. I believe everyone has their own story, and I will work with you individually to develop a treatment plan that honors yours. I hope that by providing a non-judgmental place where you can be heard and understood, you can begin to heal.

I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who specializes in working with children and families. I work to create a safe and comfortable environment to help children give voice to areas where they are struggling. My goal is to help children express and navigate the demands of their environment in order to gain a better sense of stability, safety, happiness, and overall wellbeing.

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.

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.

Welcome! My name is Charmagne (shar-main), and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from CSB/SJU, and Master’s degree in Counseling + Psychological Services from St. Mary’s University of MN. I have 15 years of experience in the mental health field! I work with teens 14+ and adults struggling with anxiety, high sensitivity, depression, low self esteem, grief and loss, transitions, divorce, poor coping or social skills, spiritual concerns, caregiver stress, codependency concerns, and/or adult children of alcoholics.

Life can feel overwhelming when you're trapped in negative emotions. Your nervous system is on overdrive. You're exhausted, but unhelpful thoughts keep you from feeling rested. You're irritable. You feel like something is wrong with you. Even minor inconveniences feel like they have the power to derail your whole day. Your relationships suffer - at work, at school, at home, and with yourself. These negative emotions can feel like they've swallowed you whole; you yearn to feel calm, light, and free so you can enjoy your life, your relationships, and your own company again.

I work with Adults, Teens, Couples, and Families. I am trained in EMDR and Air Network for PTSD and Trauma Therapy and help individuals heal and remove obstacles from past painful experiences which may be hindering their life and relationships. In addition, I help couples regain intimacy, resolve conflict, and find renewed friendship and enjoyment. I have training and experience and care for those with addictions and mental health issues; Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, OCD, etc. I also have a formal master's level Christian ministry education and will integrate these values for all those that desire this focus.

If you're struggling to feel content with who you are and where you're going in life, you are not alone. Maybe you've felt misunderstood, unseen, disconnected, or unappreciated, and you want to learn how to more effectively connect with yourself and others. Maybe you need some coping skills to help manage challenges with anxiety or intense emotional reactions. If these are the types of goals you have, therapy can help you reach those goals and make the most of your potential.

We each have unique experiences, challenges, and strengths that shape how we move through the world. Whatever your daily challenges, silent struggles, and unseen battles are, I am committed to walking with you through life's journey. I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to accompany you as you move forward towards becoming your best self. I believe my role as a therapist is to work collaboratively with you to meet your unique goals. I take a systemic, emotionally focused, and attachment-based approach to therapy.

Parenting is HARD. Children are an emotional rollercoaster and it is a new challenge every day trying to figure out how to be "good enough" for them. Every step brings a continued feeling of not knowing. For many families, this can result parents in feeling down, anxious, exhausted, or irritable. Guilt can fall onto us because all these emotions are put on our children and partners. It can be lonely to feel this way about the joyous world of being a parent.