Career Counseling Therapists in Grand Rapids, MN

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Well
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMFT
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.  We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless.  Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.  We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless.  Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
(218) 322-1293 View (218) 322-1293
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Kara Lynn Langowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
From the outside, you look completely put together and on-top of it: showing up for work, parenting, answering emails, doing “all the things.” But inside, you’re exhausted. You’re constantly overthinking, second-guessing, and running on fumes. You might wonder if ADHD or Autism is part of the picture or if you’re just burned out from juggling too much for too long. You don't have to struggle alone.
From the outside, you look completely put together and on-top of it: showing up for work, parenting, answering emails, doing “all the things.” But inside, you’re exhausted. You’re constantly overthinking, second-guessing, and running on fumes. You might wonder if ADHD or Autism is part of the picture or if you’re just burned out from juggling too much for too long. You don't have to struggle alone.
(701) 360-2652 View (701) 360-2652
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Steve Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
Welcome! I commend you for taking these steps towards creating positive change in your life. It takes courage to seek help and to consider letting someone get to know you. I love this work and am a relentless believer in the power of human change. I have extensive experience in the areas of past and present abuse and trauma, family of origin issues, relationships, sexuality, adult ADHD, as well as in managing the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and the sometimes unhealthy coping strategies that can emerge from both situational and chronic stressors.
Welcome! I commend you for taking these steps towards creating positive change in your life. It takes courage to seek help and to consider letting someone get to know you. I love this work and am a relentless believer in the power of human change. I have extensive experience in the areas of past and present abuse and trauma, family of origin issues, relationships, sexuality, adult ADHD, as well as in managing the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and the sometimes unhealthy coping strategies that can emerge from both situational and chronic stressors.
(503) 564-7986 View (503) 564-7986

Online Therapists

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Cedar Branch Counseling Group, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Waitlist for new clients
Cedar Branch Counseling Staff are Licensed Therapists offering quality authentic counseling services. We offer in person and online telemental health video counseling. We specialize in depression, anxiety, Trauma Therapy including TFCBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered as well as Solution Focused and various integrated therapy as needed.
Cedar Branch Counseling Staff are Licensed Therapists offering quality authentic counseling services. We offer in person and online telemental health video counseling. We specialize in depression, anxiety, Trauma Therapy including TFCBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered as well as Solution Focused and various integrated therapy as needed.
(218) 210-8432 View (218) 210-8432
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MAP Behavioral Health Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PsyD, LP, LADC, APRN
Duluth, MN 55802
Immediate Openings Available! Welcome to MAP, a comprehensive mental health center dedicated to providing individual and family counseling and medication management/psychiatric-mental health care in a warm, welcoming environment.
Immediate Openings Available! Welcome to MAP, a comprehensive mental health center dedicated to providing individual and family counseling and medication management/psychiatric-mental health care in a warm, welcoming environment.
(218) 935-6052 View (218) 935-6052
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Amanda Ruberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with young adults ages 18-35 who are navigating life transitions, identity exploration, academic or career stress, relationship challenges, and the pressures that often arise during this stage of life.
Accepting new clients! Anxiety can show up in many ways including constant worry, overwhelm, physical tension, perfectionism, or feeling stuck in daily life. I help individuals understand their anxiety and develop tools to create meaningful, lasting change. I bring a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach to therapy, shaped by my experience in schools, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for effective work and strive to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered.
I specialize in working with young adults ages 18-35 who are navigating life transitions, identity exploration, academic or career stress, relationship challenges, and the pressures that often arise during this stage of life.
Accepting new clients! Anxiety can show up in many ways including constant worry, overwhelm, physical tension, perfectionism, or feeling stuck in daily life. I help individuals understand their anxiety and develop tools to create meaningful, lasting change. I bring a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach to therapy, shaped by my experience in schools, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for effective work and strive to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered.
(218) 261-7689 View (218) 261-7689
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Khalea Zobel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CCTS, CCM, ASDI
Online Only
Practicing since 2009. Khalea specializes in somatic work connecting the body with thoughts and emotions in order to learn, grow and overcome trauma. With her kind yet straightforward way of communicating she often pairs yogic mindfulness with DBT skills, is solution focused and also believes in honoring what is coming up. She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
Practicing since 2009. Khalea specializes in somatic work connecting the body with thoughts and emotions in order to learn, grow and overcome trauma. With her kind yet straightforward way of communicating she often pairs yogic mindfulness with DBT skills, is solution focused and also believes in honoring what is coming up. She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
(763) 309-9533 View (763) 309-9533
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Alex Jost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55807
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for arriving here with me. Whether you are experiencing past trauma that is resurfacing, the weight of burnout, or the quiet exhaustion that comes from always being the strong one, you deserve a space to slow down and reconnect with yourself. I help adults (18+) explore their inner worlds with compassion and curiosity. Clients often come to me navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, self-esteem challenges, self-identity or major life transitions like loss of a loved one, breakup/divorce or perimenopause/menopause. My intention is to provide safe space to land.
Thank you for arriving here with me. Whether you are experiencing past trauma that is resurfacing, the weight of burnout, or the quiet exhaustion that comes from always being the strong one, you deserve a space to slow down and reconnect with yourself. I help adults (18+) explore their inner worlds with compassion and curiosity. Clients often come to me navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, self-esteem challenges, self-identity or major life transitions like loss of a loved one, breakup/divorce or perimenopause/menopause. My intention is to provide safe space to land.
(218) 695-0838 View (218) 695-0838
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Gus Kjolhaug
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55812
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected in relationships, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel helpful. I work with older teens, young adults, adults, and couples navigating things like: anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, attachment wounds, emotional regulation difficulties, stress, burnout, substance use concerns, communication issues, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a supportive, genuine space where clients feel understood and able to make meaningful changes that fit their lives.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected in relationships, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel helpful. I work with older teens, young adults, adults, and couples navigating things like: anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, attachment wounds, emotional regulation difficulties, stress, burnout, substance use concerns, communication issues, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a supportive, genuine space where clients feel understood and able to make meaningful changes that fit their lives.
(218) 630-8657 x6 View (218) 630-8657 x6
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Paige Benson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, CRCC
1 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55802
In my practice, I strive to provide a warm, safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for self-discovery. Therapy is a way to identify the positive and negative patterns in your life, to discover your own strengths, learn new coping skills and feel empowered to overcome hardships.
In my practice, I strive to provide a warm, safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for self-discovery. Therapy is a way to identify the positive and negative patterns in your life, to discover your own strengths, learn new coping skills and feel empowered to overcome hardships.
(218) 325-9519 View (218) 325-9519
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Krissy Scott
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Hermantown, MN 55811
With 25+ yrs experience as a therapist, I enjoy and have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, stress management, & professional burnout. I particularly enjoy and have experience supporting other helping professionals in all of these areas. I appreciate using humor and gratitude in combination with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, EMDR, DBT strategies, & Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART; trauma modality). I truly love being a therapist and appreciate being allowed to be a part of such meaningful change in people's lives.
With 25+ yrs experience as a therapist, I enjoy and have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, stress management, & professional burnout. I particularly enjoy and have experience supporting other helping professionals in all of these areas. I appreciate using humor and gratitude in combination with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, EMDR, DBT strategies, & Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART; trauma modality). I truly love being a therapist and appreciate being allowed to be a part of such meaningful change in people's lives.
(218) 242-8043 View (218) 242-8043
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Olivia Colby
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGSW
Duluth, MN 55807
My ideal client is an adult or couple looking to find support in managing daily life or adjusting to change. This could include searching for a sense of identity/belonging, experiencing a sense of loss, experiencing mental health symptoms, and coping with life's general difficulties. When meeting with someone my goal is to provide a bubble of safety and to act as a pole of trust. For each person to know that I can sit with them in the weight of what they have been carrying, and walk alongside through this path of discovery.
My ideal client is an adult or couple looking to find support in managing daily life or adjusting to change. This could include searching for a sense of identity/belonging, experiencing a sense of loss, experiencing mental health symptoms, and coping with life's general difficulties. When meeting with someone my goal is to provide a bubble of safety and to act as a pole of trust. For each person to know that I can sit with them in the weight of what they have been carrying, and walk alongside through this path of discovery.
(218) 695-8121 View (218) 695-8121
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Sarah Cronin
Psychologist, PhD, LP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I currently have a waitlist for counseling services. I specialize in working with emerging adults as they make sense of their early life experiences, heal from past hurts, and establish their adult identity. I have also led groups supporting caregivers of trans and non-binary youth. Throughout my training I gained experience serving youth who experienced early childhood trauma, college students seeking help so they could stay in school, and parents needing support to be the best they could for their children. I am now a professor of psychology, which helps me stay up to date on the most recent research and practices.
I currently have a waitlist for counseling services. I specialize in working with emerging adults as they make sense of their early life experiences, heal from past hurts, and establish their adult identity. I have also led groups supporting caregivers of trans and non-binary youth. Throughout my training I gained experience serving youth who experienced early childhood trauma, college students seeking help so they could stay in school, and parents needing support to be the best they could for their children. I am now a professor of psychology, which helps me stay up to date on the most recent research and practices.
(218) 208-0141 View (218) 208-0141
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Christina Finlo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55805
One side of this work may involve pursuing wisdom, guidance and support. The other, involves pursuing healing into our deepest self. Some concepts to explore are... How do you make sense of and think about your world and self? How do you experience and manage your emotional world, what are your survival styles and patterns in relationships, distress and behavior? In what ways do you carry emotional pain and trauma on a body level, impacting you in known and unknown ways? I'm trained as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner to work with the release and resolution of trauma that can be trapped in one's physiology and nervous system.
One side of this work may involve pursuing wisdom, guidance and support. The other, involves pursuing healing into our deepest self. Some concepts to explore are... How do you make sense of and think about your world and self? How do you experience and manage your emotional world, what are your survival styles and patterns in relationships, distress and behavior? In what ways do you carry emotional pain and trauma on a body level, impacting you in known and unknown ways? I'm trained as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner to work with the release and resolution of trauma that can be trapped in one's physiology and nervous system.
(218) 215-1069 View (218) 215-1069
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Arrowhead Psychological Clinic, Dr David B Plude
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, CEO
Duluth, MN 55811
Arrowhead Psychological Clinic has been providing counseling services to the Northland for over 40 years. We take pride in providing professional, confidential services to our clientele in a warm and inviting environment. At APC we strive to develop a deep understanding of our clients and the issues that bring them in. It is within that understanding that we develop a treatment plan that moves towards healing and growth. We work with couples seeking better relationships with each other and with their family members as well as individuals and organizations.
Arrowhead Psychological Clinic has been providing counseling services to the Northland for over 40 years. We take pride in providing professional, confidential services to our clientele in a warm and inviting environment. At APC we strive to develop a deep understanding of our clients and the issues that bring them in. It is within that understanding that we develop a treatment plan that moves towards healing and growth. We work with couples seeking better relationships with each other and with their family members as well as individuals and organizations.
(218) 228-3604 View (218) 228-3604
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Anne Jacobsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Baxter, MN 56425
Anne works with evidence-based practices that support mental health by addressing the mind, emotions, body, and spirit. She provides a holistic, person-centered approach that combines therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral, existential, expressive arts, and somatic techniques. Anne offers integrative spiritual/Christian counseling drawing from psychological theories, evidence-based practices, and Christian theology—to form a cohesive, tailored approach to therapy. Anne’s experience as a military family member—first as a child, then a spouse, and now a mother—brings deep understanding and compassion to her work.
Anne works with evidence-based practices that support mental health by addressing the mind, emotions, body, and spirit. She provides a holistic, person-centered approach that combines therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral, existential, expressive arts, and somatic techniques. Anne offers integrative spiritual/Christian counseling drawing from psychological theories, evidence-based practices, and Christian theology—to form a cohesive, tailored approach to therapy. Anne’s experience as a military family member—first as a child, then a spouse, and now a mother—brings deep understanding and compassion to her work.
(218) 666-7636 View (218) 666-7636
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Daniel M Maki
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Duluth, MN 55811
Many of my clients are accomplished people — individuals, couples, and families — who find themselves quietly unsettled despite doing everything right. Not in crisis. Just aware that something beneath the surface is asking for attention. They come in carrying burnout, strained relationships, significant life transitions, or experiences that have left lasting marks. Together we slow things down, look honestly at what's driving the experience, and build a path forward that's genuinely theirs — not just the next logical step. Good therapy is rarely about fixing something. It's about seeing more clearly.
Many of my clients are accomplished people — individuals, couples, and families — who find themselves quietly unsettled despite doing everything right. Not in crisis. Just aware that something beneath the surface is asking for attention. They come in carrying burnout, strained relationships, significant life transitions, or experiences that have left lasting marks. Together we slow things down, look honestly at what's driving the experience, and build a path forward that's genuinely theirs — not just the next logical step. Good therapy is rarely about fixing something. It's about seeing more clearly.
(218) 297-9574 View (218) 297-9574
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Adam Retterath
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55802
I'm here to not only listen, but help you find a path forward. I enjoy working with couples, folks struggling with anger, and helping to navigate and heal from trauma. If you are an angry person yourself or you have an angry teen that needs someone to talk to, I'm ready to listen and help. For couple's therapy, I follow the Gottman theory rather closely. Issues I can help with are broad, but cover general intimacy, infidelity, communication struggles, and so on. In the past few years, I've started incorporating the Enneagram into my work as well and found it helpful both in couple's and individual therapy.
I'm here to not only listen, but help you find a path forward. I enjoy working with couples, folks struggling with anger, and helping to navigate and heal from trauma. If you are an angry person yourself or you have an angry teen that needs someone to talk to, I'm ready to listen and help. For couple's therapy, I follow the Gottman theory rather closely. Issues I can help with are broad, but cover general intimacy, infidelity, communication struggles, and so on. In the past few years, I've started incorporating the Enneagram into my work as well and found it helpful both in couple's and individual therapy.
(651) 376-2275 View (651) 376-2275
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Duluth Counseling Center
Counselor
Duluth, MN 55802
We offer flexible hours, including night time and weekend appointments. We realize when you are in crisis, you need to be seen as soon as possible. We will work with you to get you in within one week. We will even try to offer you a same or next-day appointments. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
We offer flexible hours, including night time and weekend appointments. We realize when you are in crisis, you need to be seen as soon as possible. We will work with you to get you in within one week. We will even try to offer you a same or next-day appointments. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.
(218) 875-0748 View (218) 875-0748
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Bruce E Fischer
Psychologist, PhD, LP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Over my entire career I have served as a faculty member training other therapists at the University of Minnesota and Capella University.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
Over my entire career I have served as a faculty member training other therapists at the University of Minnesota and Capella University.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
(612) 223-7345 View (612) 223-7345

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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.

Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.