PreferredOne Therapists in Maple Grove, MN

I am fascinated by the infinite variety of ways people can get themselves in and out of trouble. I work with adults to overcome roadblocks, better understand themselves, and otherwise self-actualize. My clinical interests include anxiety, depression, anger, pride, trauma, self-esteem, self-efficacy, unwanted chemical and behavioral patterns, among others. I value empowerment highly in the therapeutic process and work well with motivated clients.

In my work at Innovative Psychological Consultants I know that finding the right connection and fit is one of the most important things in therapy and counseling. I work hard to understand the individual needs of each client. Many people simply need a safe place to process and bounce around ideas. Others are looking for specific tools to help move them in a certain direction. We work together to figure out what will be best for you and how to get there.

At Innovative Psychological Consultants most clients coming are anxious and worried about being judged. They believe they are somehow different, their problems unique, and wonder if they can even be helped. After 25 years of practice, you have to work really hard to surprise us. The reality is that people are people and there problems do not differ nearly as much as they perceive. Where it's relationship problems, stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma; we have a plan to help you achieve the results you are looking for.

Depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, loss, and traumatic events all have the ability to disrupt our lives, interfering with a clear focus on what is truly fulfilling and rewarding. I believe that each person has the ability to deeply connect with their unique life perspective to clear the confusion, develop their own internal wisdom, and begin living life more fully.

I believe that you are the expert on your own experience. As a therapist, I work towards empowering and equipping you to be an agent of change in your own life. My desire is to help you flourish within difficult and complex circumstances. I provide an outside alternative perspective that can help get you unstuck and experience greater freedom.

I believe that the ideal client is an individual who is motivated towards working towards improving their mood, situation, or life in the goals they choose. As a marriage and family therapist, I believe I'm best suited for working with couples and families. However, a significant amount of my nearly fourteen years of clinical experience has been working children and adolescents. I also enjoy working with those who are oppositional, anxious, depressed, have experienced trauma, are seeking parenting skills, or are looking for emotional management and coping strategies.

My passion is to see my clients create positive change & bring a healthy life balance back into their lives by helping them to develop personal insight, regain trust in self and others, develop & decipher verbal and nonverbal communication. If you are Active duty or a Veteran returning to civilian life and or reintegration; If you are facing a devastating or overwhelming life event, a new and or confusing diagnosis; Or feeling sad, anxious, frustration or hopeless, it would be an honor to help you navigate through these struggles to a place of positive movement, feelings of confidence, and a healthy balance of your life again.

There are times when the loneliness of depression, the fear of anxiey or the hopelessness of grief lead us to believe that change is not possible. I believe change is possible. Whether you are experiencing difficulty at work, school, or in your relationships, I will assist you in developing healthy coping skills that will improve your mood and quality of life. Everyone can change if they are given the necessary tools and support.

I am a white, cis-gendered woman (she/hers) originally from Massachusetts. I have lived in many different states throughout the U.S and enjoy working with a diverse population. I strive to create a therapeutic space that consistently feels non-judgmental and safe for all people. I strongly believe in therapeutic collaboration with the individuals and families that I work with and find humor to be an important part of the healing process.

At Innovative Psychological Consultants I routinely see children and adolescent who are struggling in school or with family conflicts. I am able to quickly connect with young people, gain their trust, and get to the bottom of the issues they are struggling with. I also work with parents to find the best system of continuity for their children and assist with any parental coaching that may be needed so that kids are thriving with parental consistency and follow through.

Working at Innovative Psychological Consultants, I believe finding relief and the tools to cope and manage all of life's stressors is what alleviates symptoms, restores balance, and makes people successful. Many things in our lives can impact our functioning, therefore, I use an eclectic approach to therapy, finding the right tools for each individual. I also believe that humor and the ability to enjoy life, even when there are struggles is an important part of ones spirit and the therapeutic journey.

I work with couples, families, and individuals to find their strength, helping to guide them towards healing and a better tomorrow. My work with couples and families is designed to strengthen their relationships. I also work with individuals experiencing the pain of depression, dealing with anxiety, those struggling with the weight of grief, having trouble getting past anger and much more. My passion is to help others grow relationships and become stronger individuals.

I especially enjoy working with clients ranging in age from early childhood through young adulthood in both therapeutic and assessment roles. I specialize in evaluating and treating depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and sleep difficulties.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families and tap into their inner wisdom in order to deal with the challenges they are facing in their relationships. Whether it is within their family relationships, peer relationships or the relationship with one's self, the healing wisdom resides within. It is my pleasure to accompany you on the journey to unlock this knowledge that will improve the quality of your life and the quality of your relationships with those you love. I see people either in person or virtually.