HealthPartners of MN and WI Therapists in Lakeville, MN

When the pressures of life get to be too overwhelming, we tend to put ourselves last. I work with clients who get so caught up in meeting everyone else's needs that they lose themselves and start to feel burned out. If you are living a life that is taking too much from you and you need to find some balance and rest, you have come to the right place.

Hi Friend, Have you experienced anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, and worse, the unsolvable question of WHY? Have you felt much emptiness, loneliness, irritation, and shame? Have you been confused by fears of being alone, but at the same time felt overwhelmed by the idea of being around people? WHY? - Or wonder if you even remember how to live without heavy feelings? I know because life experiences and traumas have taught me to understand others' suffering.

Are you looking to reach your true potential or to challenge yourself to be the best version of yourself? Are you someone in the midst of transition or trauma? Are you ready to open your mind to the possibility of true peace? Maybe you want to learn how to navigate your relationships or overcome social anxiety. Is deciding which college to attend or if you should leave a toxic work environment weighing you down?

Prolonged periods of stress and anxiety often rob us of our vitality making life less colorful and vibrant, which leads to symptoms of depression. I work alongside clients to bring light into the many ways in which old habits of doing can so easily entangle and imprison us. I utilize an integrative approach to help clients break the cycle of those worries, ruminations, and overthinking that often lead us to feeling powerless and stuck. As part of the therapeutic process, clients will move from living life on “auto pilot” to renewing and recovering a deeper awareness of self, purpose, and intimate relationships.

It is a big step to start therapy, and I understand what a challenging experience it can be. Having a sense of connection and safety with your therapist is a big part of being able to do the life-changing work that can happen in therapy. I am committed to create a safe space for you through showing up with compassion, authenticity, and a dose of humor. I collaborate with clients to help them grow in their awareness and make changes to improve their overall quality of life. I specialize in working with clients experiencing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity struggles, and relationship challenges.

I have found through years of professional practice and personal life experiences, the importance of connection to self,others and sustaining healthy relationships. I work best with adults, individuals and couples, who are motivated to look at their challenges and are engaged in the therapeutic process. My focus is to help people accept themselves without judgement and make desired changes to live an authentic life.

Many of our clients are challenged with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger and/or hopelessness. They might be experiencing relational problems, having trouble managing emotions, facing major decisions, and/or simply having trouble coping with everyday life. We offer freedom and encouragement to explore possibilities for change in a nonjudgmental environment. We can help you sort out your thoughts and feelings related to your biggest stressors and empower you to take action in addressing the issues you desire to work on.

Lakeville Behavioral Health offers comprehensive outpatient therapy services. We seek to help clients restore relationships, overcome life's difficulties and build fulfilling lives.

Stressed? Experiencing life challenges? I am here to help. I am passionate about helping my clients live well despite stressful times and life challenges. When you are ready, I will help you navigate through those challenging times. Together, we will explore what is working well in your life and what could use some attention. We will work together to create a greater understanding of your unique self and your relationships with others. I am passionate about helping people live more authentically and create more meaningful connections in your relationships.

Welcome to my therapeutic world, where I combine my passion for mental health and my love for helping others to create a transformative experience. As a therapist, I am committed to fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your innermost thoughts and emotions. My approach is grounded in the belief that every individual has the power to grow, heal, and create positive change in their life. With a keen intuition and a deep understanding of the human psyche, I employ an integrative approach that draws from a variety of modalities, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic therapies.

No issue is too small for therapy, any change that improves our lives is a worthwhile one. I have a passion for helping people identify the skills they already have within them and creating new ways to cope with life's challenges. Using a collaborative approach you can improve, empower, and accept yourself! By learning to understand yourself on a deeper level and finding productive ways to manage anxiety, life transitions, self-doubt, and difficult emotions you will be able to feel more joy in your day-to-day experiences and confidence in yourself.

Many of my clients have experienced depression, anxiety, difficult life transitions, stress, struggles with self-esteem, and more. Together, we work to incorporate coping skills, build on strengths, and focus on empowerment! I prioritize creating an individualized and empowering therapeutic experience through collaboration, honesty, and trust to allow space for this work. Utilizing a person-centered approach that recognizes your potential and ability for growth, I incorporate concepts related to Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Life's journey can come with many complexities, and sometimes those complications impede our lives, impacting thoughts, emotions, behaviors, daily functioning, and living. Be it unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, a need for boundaries, or relational issues, I would like to assist you on your journey. Your desire for healthier mental, emotional, and social functioning is essential and helps to improve your quality of life. Your wellspring (heart/mind) can be bountiful, unpolluted, and thriving.

Many of our clients struggle with feelings of overwhelm and burnout. They say they are struggling to keep up with the demands of life, but it is difficult to know where to start in changing things. They are emotionally drained and are ready to create a more balanced life for themselves. At River Vale Psychology, we understand that it can be difficult to ask for help. We truly believe that seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether your struggles feel brand new, or they have been happening for quite a while- you do not have to face them alone.

We have immediate openings for individual, couples, and family therapy. We can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings about your circumstances by providing an emotionally safe environment for you to be curious about barriers you might encounter. We explore negative mindsets that may be keeping you stuck and encourage self-care and compassion as you work to change those faulty beliefs, creating lasting change. We support you!

Welcome! I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from St. Catherine University and University of St. Thomas. I am an outpatient therapist and clinical supervisor. I thoroughly enjoy working with adolescents and adults in all life stages - primarily ages 13+. I have special interest in working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, domestic violence, first responders, and those involved in the criminal justice system. As a therapist, I believe it is important to find balance in therapy between acceptance and change, beginning where the client is at in order to meet their individual needs.

Are you fed up? Have you found yourself saying "I can't do this anymore!" Has the thought crossed your mind, "there has to be more to life than this." Do you feel stuck and unmotivated? Have you wondered "why can't I just snap out of this!" Have you had a heart-to-heart with yourself and said "why can't you follow through, you know what to do!" Have you said aloud or in your head "what's the point?" Have you been accused of overthinking, overreacting, overanalyzing, overcompensating over apologizing etc.? Has someone given you the advice "just keep swimming?" If you answered yes to any of these questions, we got you!

Having feeling of being overwhelmed, anxious or sadness. Experiencing some life challenges? I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who works with individuals 15+. I have a passion for helping clients gain tools to maintain their overall mental wellness and adjust to life's challenges. My 10+ years experience includes managing anxiety and depression symptoms, navigate stress due to life changes with school, work, family, health, etc., addressing fertility concerns and pre- and post-partum struggles, and improve self-esteem.

Therapy is all about the engagement and relationship with my client. There needs to be a mutual trust and open dialogue in each session. I will provide a non-judgmental environment to explore difficult relationships and other areas of life. I believe in the power of language - the words you choose reflect how others will perceive you, and more importantly how you perceive yourself. We will explore and recognize how the process impacts the content of our lives. I utilize a narrative, CBT and existential therapeutic approach and when necessary, explore how the givens of our existence impact our daily lives.