Therapists in Hopkins, MN

I have over 40 years experience as a psychotherapist/Medical Hypnoanalyst. I am accepting, understanding and directed in treating problems. I have taught for various colleges in the Twin Cities area. I have been featured on most of the news stations for hypnoanesthesia. I am results oriented. I have several articles in peer review journals and have recently published a book called The Psychological Autopsy. I treat a wide variety of problems.

I am a Licensed Graduate Social Work (LGSW) and working towards LICSW licensure. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, calm, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions.

If you are reading this, you're probably experiencing significant pain. Perhaps you're facing a break-up, or you realize your new partner is very much like the previous one. You may be scared, uncertain of the next step. Perhaps you are single, asking what it might take to find the right partner, or you may feel stuck in your marriage. You'll come in, plop yourself down, and ask me to fix you. I'll say: "I cannot do that." "All right," you say, "then, what is the point?" I'll respond: "I can help you be curious."

I specialize in working with women, young adults, LGBTQ populations, and developing professionals. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and existential, and I incorporate a variety of treatment methods as appropriate, including cognitive-behavioral, process-experiential, narrative and solution-focused strategies. I strive to create an environment where people feel supported and challenged to explore their fears, discover their strengths, and thrive. Telehealth sessions currently, both individual and couples. Reduced fee slots are sometimes available.

My approach is patient centered and eclectic and is designed to respond to client needs and priorities. From a therapeutic perspective if you come for help, we will prioritize your main complaint, and parallel to that we will discover strengths and personality priorities that will help you achieve a sustainable behavioral change. I apply Adlerian individual psychology, psychodynamic therapy, Adlerian play therapy, attachment theory, emotionally focus couples therapy, divorce discernment therapy, family system theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in my daily practice.

I love working with families. I have worked in the mental health field for almost 20 years in a variety of settings. I have found my passion in working with young children and their families with a special love for children with significant behavioral issues. My goal is to work with care givers to help support them in parenting and understanding the child's behavior through a different lens. I use directive and non directive play therapy interventions, sand tray and other relationship based interventions to support my client's goals.

One goal together in therapy is to raise your awareness about why you do what you do. As we become more conscious we can make better choices and we function better in our lives. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have practiced for the past 5 years. Most of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, or where they are in their lives. I believe our adult behaviors are guided by things we can be unconscious about.

I am currently accepting new clients. I see women and men (18+) dealing with anxiety, depression, relationships / dating, career concerns, and other challenges. Here, your individuality and complexity will be respected. You are the expert about your own experiences. Still, life can be overwhelming and accepting help can make a difference. Counseling can help you get "unstuck" and feel more self-empowered. Collaboratively, we can explore options that resonate with you. Therapy is your time.

I see the best in others, and want to help you see this in yourself too! When we can wholeheartedly accept ourselves, and honestly and compassionately explore what's working and what's not, and what we truly value in life, then we can create meaningful change. Whether paralyzed by anxiety, sadness, past experiences, or beliefs that you aren't good enough, or are feeling unfulfilled, stuck, or overwhelmed by life stress, I can help. Together, we can work towards feeling more confident, capable, at ease, and connected.Colorado clients with UHC, Oxford, & Oscar insurance schedule here:https://headway.co/providers/abby-peterfeso

I work alongside those experiencing life transitions, identity concerns, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, ADHD, autism, religious trauma and substance abuse issues. Sometimes what we need is to express ourselves in a compassionate, non-judgemental space to talk about inner experiences, as well as process and recognize opportunities for change. In speaking about our concerns, rather than keeping them to ourselves, we can slow down and re-examine our lives. Examples of goals for therapy can include increased self-awareness, acceptance, learning new ways of being and re-evaluating or reframing thought patterns.

Maybe you are noticing you haven't felt like yourself lately, or have been struggling with excessive worries, sadness, or challenges in your closest relationships. Perhaps you are going through a significant life transition, or may be seeking greater meaning and balance in your life. Whatever challenges you are facing, I believe therapy can help you identify the root causes, barriers and goals, and provide a compassionate space with a road map for your growth journey.

Mark earned his Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas. He sees therapy as a safe place to discuss life’s problems, stresses, and relationships. No topics are off limits. An empathetic and authentic experience is important to him with a goal of helping clients improve their quality of life, meeting them where they are at.

I have learned that almost everyone who comes to see me has experienced or is experiencing some sort of trauma, dysfunction, chaos or challenging situation that is causing barriers to them living their ideal lives. It greatly impacts their functioning and makes things that used to be easy, difficult. My goal is always to help individuals heal from their trauma and identify solutions to challenging situations through guidance, support and encouragement. I am not here to solve problems for you, but alongside you.

You don't have to know what is wrong to realize you aren't feeling your best. We will work together to figure out the problem.

It's okay not to know exactly what you want out of therapy. My job is to help you cultivate the ability to communicate with your inner being and essence to understand yourself more. Through this process your needs and goals will become apparent and we will create a plan for how to move forward. Therapy is not easy, it is hard work. My clients are motivated for positive change and put the work in to reap the fruits of their labor. My clients want to change their lives for the better - I am here to help guide them along their path.

My approach is simple. I see my role as a partner in a process that is the pursuit of healing and restoration. While I have certain professional expertise, every client is an expert about his/her/their own life. I am intentionally client-centered, strengths based and trauma-informed. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary means of intervention which includes an eclectic blend of Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic and other modalities. Assigned homework is common and clients participate in the development of activities that support clearly identified treatment plan goals.

I've helped many clients work through difficult challenges they're facing and would like to help you too. I have a very straight forward, assertive and somewhat irreverent communication style. We work hard, bravely dig as deep as we need to and have some belly laughs along the way. My clients appreciate how real and raw it can get, they feel free to share the good, bad and the ugly. If you're ready to be a good student I am a good teacher = Let's roll up our sleeves?!

You struggle in your relationship, or your doctor handed you a terrible diagnosis. Maybe there is something important you need to talk about, but you don't know who you can trust. On some days, it may feel your mind is spiraling out of control. Getting out of bed may have become so much more difficult lately. You experience dread too much of the time. You feel alone and sometimes wonder "what is the point?" You can't seem to get around to doing what needs to get done. People are constantly on your case. You seem to be your own worst enemy. You don't want your friends or partner to know this one bad thing about you.