Parenting Therapists in Grand Rapids, MN
My ideal clients are women, young adults, parents, and caregivers who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, especially in relationships.
I love helping women, young adults, parents, and caregivers better understand themselves and their relationships, especially when patterns feel hard to break or emotions feel overwhelming. Using a relational, psychodynamic approach, I help you explore how your past experiences and relationships may be shaping your current experience.
My ideal clients are women, young adults, parents, and caregivers who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, especially in relationships.
I love helping women, young adults, parents, and caregivers better understand themselves and their relationships, especially when patterns feel hard to break or emotions feel overwhelming. Using a relational, psychodynamic approach, I help you explore how your past experiences and relationships may be shaping your current experience.
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.
We have SAME day and NEXT day appts available for you.
Do you frequently ask yourself, "what is wrong with me", or "why am I like this?" Are you struggling right now? Let us help you figure out whats holding you back. Many times, there are underlying issues that are not addressed such as ADHD, OCD, trauma, or other issues. Reach out to us to turn that narrative into "I am who I am" and "I like who I am".
We have SAME day and NEXT day appts available for you.
Do you frequently ask yourself, "what is wrong with me", or "why am I like this?" Are you struggling right now? Let us help you figure out whats holding you back. Many times, there are underlying issues that are not addressed such as ADHD, OCD, trauma, or other issues. Reach out to us to turn that narrative into "I am who I am" and "I like who I am".
From the outside, you look completely put together and on-top of it: showing up for work, parenting, answering emails, doing “all the things
I'm a relational trauma therapist and I specialize in helping overwhelmed adults untangle the stress, shame, and emotional intensity that often come with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and people-pleasing. Whether you're navigating challenging interpersonal relationships, struggling to move forward, or just trying to feel like yourself, you're not 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
I'm a relational trauma therapist and I specialize in helping overwhelmed adults untangle the stress, shame, and emotional intensity that often come with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and people-pleasing. Whether you're navigating challenging interpersonal relationships, struggling to move forward, or just trying to feel like yourself, you're not alone.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or self-doubt? Feeling stuck or disconnected? I help clients across Minnesota and Wisconsin, from St. Paul to Grand Rapids to Superior, build confidence, peace, and resilience. Healing isn’t about “fixing”—it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being, in-person or via telehealth statewide. Healing isn’t about “fixing”; it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. You’ve taken the first step, and I’ll help you keep moving forward.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or self-doubt? Feeling stuck or disconnected? I help clients across Minnesota and Wisconsin, from St. Paul to Grand Rapids to Superior, build confidence, peace, and resilience. Healing isn’t about “fixing”—it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being, in-person or via telehealth statewide. Healing isn’t about “fixing”; it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. You’ve taken the first step, and I’ll help you keep moving forward.
More than just a way to capture attention, the spelling of Inner Fōkus also carries a personal meaning to the founders. The name is a nod to the German heritage shared by both Dr. Lori and Dr. Patrick, since “fōkus” is the correct spelling of “focus” in German. Our heritage, culture, and environment can have great impacts in shaping who we are. Our name, Inner Fōkus, also serves as a prominent reminder of the importance to occasionally break from current patterns and try new things.
More than just a way to capture attention, the spelling of Inner Fōkus also carries a personal meaning to the founders. The name is a nod to the German heritage shared by both Dr. Lori and Dr. Patrick, since “fōkus” is the correct spelling of “focus” in German. Our heritage, culture, and environment can have great impacts in shaping who we are. Our name, Inner Fōkus, also serves as a prominent reminder of the importance to occasionally break from current patterns and try new things.
Finding common ground on parenting or values/beliefs at times feels impossible.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive background working in Psychiatry at the University of Minnesota. My practice, Synergy eTherapy, offers high- quality therapeutic care within a context that is convenient, comfortable, and flexible. All sessions are by phone or video and I offer nighttime or weekend options.
Finding common ground on parenting or values/beliefs at times feels impossible.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive background working in Psychiatry at the University of Minnesota. My practice, Synergy eTherapy, offers high- quality therapeutic care within a context that is convenient, comfortable, and flexible. All sessions are by phone or video and I offer nighttime or weekend options.
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I have felt honored to serve individuals (teens/adult men/adult women) and families (specifically children and parents from birth-5, adoptive/foster caregivers, families working with county based services, or grandparents raising grandchildren) who are experiencing or have experienced traumas that have left them with feelings of attachment disconnect in relationships, struggles with their sense of identity, worth, value or self compassion, difficult/painful life transitions, or the isolation/loneliness that can come with that awful question we sometimes hear our brain ask our hearts: is it just me?
Part of my therapeutic approach is to engage with you from a side by side perspective instead of an 'expert-client' hierarchy. By building a relationship this way, we can, together, as partners, find understanding in how some of our painful histories or everyday struggles can be reframed and utilized as new tools to challenge old narratives.
I have felt honored to serve individuals (teens/adult men/adult women) and families (specifically children and parents from birth-5, adoptive/foster caregivers, families working with county based services, or grandparents raising grandchildren) who are experiencing or have experienced traumas that have left them with feelings of attachment disconnect in relationships, struggles with their sense of identity, worth, value or self compassion, difficult/painful life transitions, or the isolation/loneliness that can come with that awful question we sometimes hear our brain ask our hearts: is it just me?
Part of my therapeutic approach is to engage with you from a side by side perspective instead of an 'expert-client' hierarchy. By building a relationship this way, we can, together, as partners, find understanding in how some of our painful histories or everyday struggles can be reframed and utilized as new tools to challenge old narratives.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who helps people heal from experiences that continue to feel present long after they’ve passed, both relational and experiential. Many clients I work with feel stuck—caught in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional reactivity that don’t fully make sense. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and paced to your readiness, with a strong focus on creating safety. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, and IFS to address symptoms rooted in trauma or mental health challenges, with the goal of helping you feel more stable, connected to yourself, and in control of your life.
I’m a trauma-focused therapist who helps people heal from experiences that continue to feel present long after they’ve passed, both relational and experiential. Many clients I work with feel stuck—caught in patterns of anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional reactivity that don’t fully make sense. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and paced to your readiness, with a strong focus on creating safety. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, and IFS to address symptoms rooted in trauma or mental health challenges, with the goal of helping you feel more stable, connected to yourself, and in control of your life.
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Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them cope. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals. With a healthy balance of listening, guiding, and even learning, I take pride in using my own experience and resources to help people really start off on the right foot on that path.
Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them cope. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals. With a healthy balance of listening, guiding, and even learning, I take pride in using my own experience and resources to help people really start off on the right foot on that path.
I am especially interested in helping conflicted relationships including parents struggling with familial and other life demands.
I enjoy working with a variety of patients and feel comfortable addressing a diverse array of presenting issues. I have over 30 years of experience in the mental health field.
I am especially interested in helping conflicted relationships including parents struggling with familial and other life demands.
I enjoy working with a variety of patients and feel comfortable addressing a diverse array of presenting issues. I have over 30 years of experience in the mental health field.
I help adults process grief and significant loss, work through childhood trauma, and navigate the changes that come with pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting.
I believe healing happens through safe, supportive relationships. Using a relational approach, I help clients feel seen and supported. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support clients in processing their emotions, identifying their needs, and developing self-compassion.
I help adults process grief and significant loss, work through childhood trauma, and navigate the changes that come with pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting.
I believe healing happens through safe, supportive relationships. Using a relational approach, I help clients feel seen and supported. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support clients in processing their emotions, identifying their needs, and developing self-compassion.
I am glad you took the first step into therapy by looking into the Rula platform. I specialize in working with kids, families, and adults experiencing issues including current and past trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and behavioral issues. I hope that you and I can work together to find a path to a new, more fulfilling future, and I look forward to talking with you soon.
I am glad you took the first step into therapy by looking into the Rula platform. I specialize in working with kids, families, and adults experiencing issues including current and past trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and behavioral issues. I hope that you and I can work together to find a path to a new, more fulfilling future, and I look forward to talking with you soon.
Are you looking for a therapist that will not only focus on your presenting concerns but someone who will take a holistic approach through a lens of mind, body, and spirit connection. Spirituality and who we are at the core of our being is explored. I utilize an active, collaborative process focusing on client resilience, motivation, and self-compassion to foster positive change. I will hold space for you in a non-judgemental, empathetic, and kind approach while also helping to keep you accountable for the changes you want to see. I work from a trauma informed lens and am trained in EMDR and Ego State/Parts work using IFS.
Are you looking for a therapist that will not only focus on your presenting concerns but someone who will take a holistic approach through a lens of mind, body, and spirit connection. Spirituality and who we are at the core of our being is explored. I utilize an active, collaborative process focusing on client resilience, motivation, and self-compassion to foster positive change. I will hold space for you in a non-judgemental, empathetic, and kind approach while also helping to keep you accountable for the changes you want to see. I work from a trauma informed lens and am trained in EMDR and Ego State/Parts work using IFS.
Hello! I’m Liese, LMFT. I’ve worked in the mental & behavioral health field since 2000 and been a licensed therapist since 2016. I provide therapy and real life support designed to cultivate healthy & balanced relationships of all kinds; while prioritizing your safety, discretion, and privacy. The quality of our lives is closely related to the quality of our relationships, whether those relationships are with others, ourself, or aspects of our environments (occupation, home, lifestyle; for example) . If your concerns are related to any kind of relationship, I’d be honored to help you explore them and move onward towards your goals.
Hello! I’m Liese, LMFT. I’ve worked in the mental & behavioral health field since 2000 and been a licensed therapist since 2016. I provide therapy and real life support designed to cultivate healthy & balanced relationships of all kinds; while prioritizing your safety, discretion, and privacy. The quality of our lives is closely related to the quality of our relationships, whether those relationships are with others, ourself, or aspects of our environments (occupation, home, lifestyle; for example) . If your concerns are related to any kind of relationship, I’d be honored to help you explore them and move onward towards your goals.
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.
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.
Hi, I am Michael Meyer. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and for nearly 20 years, I have been helping people navigate life's challenges by focusing on their strengths and building genuine, down to earth connections. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds, and I've spent much of my career supporting youth and adults through struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Autism Spectrum traits, and other impactful symptoms. In sessions, I draw from a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based practices, and EMDR. I believe that feeling truly seen and supported is important.
Hi, I am Michael Meyer. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and for nearly 20 years, I have been helping people navigate life's challenges by focusing on their strengths and building genuine, down to earth connections. I work with people of all ages and backgrounds, and I've spent much of my career supporting youth and adults through struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Autism Spectrum traits, and other impactful symptoms. In sessions, I draw from a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based practices, and EMDR. I believe that feeling truly seen and supported is important.
My ideal client is someone moving through change—whether in identity, relationships, or personal growth. They may carry wounds from trauma, injustice, or faith experiences. They want a safe space to heal, gain clarity, and grow stronger connections with themselves and others. I find joy in supporting other humans on their journey toward flourishing.
My ideal client is someone moving through change—whether in identity, relationships, or personal growth. They may carry wounds from trauma, injustice, or faith experiences. They want a safe space to heal, gain clarity, and grow stronger connections with themselves and others. I find joy in supporting other humans on their journey toward flourishing.
I provide counseling services for individuals, couples and groups who are navigating challenges such as post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, mood disorders, severe and persistent mental illness, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, rediscover their strengths, and build the confidence to make meaningful changes.
Psychotherapeutic modalities include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducation, Solution-focused therapy, and Motivational Strategies.
I provide counseling services for individuals, couples and groups who are navigating challenges such as post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, mood disorders, severe and persistent mental illness, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, rediscover their strengths, and build the confidence to make meaningful changes.
Psychotherapeutic modalities include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducation, Solution-focused therapy, and Motivational Strategies.
You might be feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re longing for closeness or healing within your relationship, or you’re carrying pain from the past that still feels too heavy. Whatever brought you here, know this: you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals who want to understand themselves, their emotions, and how they connect with others, on a deeper level. Together, we’ll slow things down, get curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface, and create space for new ways of relating, both to yourself and to those you love.
You might be feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’re longing for closeness or healing within your relationship, or you’re carrying pain from the past that still feels too heavy. Whatever brought you here, know this: you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with individuals who want to understand themselves, their emotions, and how they connect with others, on a deeper level. Together, we’ll slow things down, get curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface, and create space for new ways of relating, both to yourself and to those you love.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.