Narrative Therapists in Hopkins, MN

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.

I work with people who are courageously open to taking time to examine their lives - what's working and what isn't - and who are willing to authentically engage in identifying new or different ways of being that can feel valuable to them. The process is ultimately led by you, and I consider it an honor to be able to join you. Grounded in a humanistic, relational, client-centered, and strengths-based approach, I align with concepts of clinical pragmatism - using what works and feels helpful to you. I am trained in and responsibly draw from a variety of different therapeutic approaches.

With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.

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.

I work alongside those experiencing life transitions, identity concerns, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, ADHD, autism and religious trauma within both individual and sociocultural contexts. Sometimes what we need is to express ourselves in a compassionate, non-judgemental space to talk about and process lived experiences, as well as identify 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 and learning new ways of coping.

At our centrally located Golden Valley location, we offer compassionate, person centered care for individuals, couples and families. At this and all our locations, we believe you, the client, are in the foreground of our work.

Some people find themselves feeling stuck with certain thoughts and feelings. Others find themselves repeating behaviors that lead to unproductive and problematic situations in their life. Therapy is a process where these concerns can be discussed and worked through from a nonjudgmental standpoint. My therapeutic approach is to assist you in reaching your personal or relationship goals with more effective ways of being. The adolescents and adults I work with are understood as individuals that have their own unique attitudes, beliefs, and experiences.

**Currently accepting new clients** At the Center for Collaborative Health (CCH), we believe that every person is resilient and has the strength to grow and thrive. We employ a collaborative whole-body approach to healing that leads to proven positive change. At CCH, we are actively reimagining mental health culture by building initiatives to cultivate a healthy mind and body and to better withstand future challenges.

Often a question asked prior to counseling is, am I thriving or simply surviving? Individuals question their life path and need help to figure out where to start exploring. We work together to identify strengths, areas of growth, and both are used to help cultivate a fulfilling life experience. Clients may feel there is a mismatch between their head and hearts so we also work to connect them which in-turn causes less uncertainty and confusion in life choices.

I work with clients' strengths, providing treatment for relationship issues, family dynamics, depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, grief and loss, life transitions, conflict resolution, self-compassion, mindfulness, communication skills, nonviolent communication (NVC), trauma, self-regulation, stress management, codependency, and climate anxiety, grief, and resiliency. I work with people indoors, outdoors, and through telehealth.

Mindfully Healing is a group practice of mental health clinicians who are committed to helping you overcome a variety of life's challenges through connection, education, and effective professional services. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, parenting concerns, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, grief, life transitions, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management.

I enjoy working with adults, college and graduate students. I believe that a true and authentic relationship is at the core of a positive and helpful experience in therapy. I work from a sex-positive, anti-racist, and LGBTQIA+ affirming lens. I have experience working with clients who present with anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem, identity, life transitions, body image, and other challenges.

I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and under supervision to be a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). My passion lies in working with adults and couples by utilizing EMDR, harm reduction, trauma-responsive care, and culturally affirming therapy to help people embrace recovery from a holistic approach. My specializations are in complex trauma, dissociation, LGBTQ individuals, neurodivergent minds, alcohol + substance use, housing instability, chronic illness, non-monogamy, self-harm, and eating disorders. I am also available to write letters for gender-affirming care.