Therapists for Adults in Uptown, Minneapolis, MN
“Stuck.” This is a word that often comes up in therapy: feeling stuck with painful feelings, with past traumatic experiences, in unhealthy ways of coping, or in challenging relationship dynamics. When stuck with thoughts of the past or worries about the future, this gets in the way of living in the present. Especially as environments are often invalidating of emotional experiences, getting unstuck is about making room for what we've learned to avoid. Through a close and meaningful relationship, I am passionate about creating a safe environment in which we can get to the bottom of what is keeping you from the life you want to lead.
“Stuck.” This is a word that often comes up in therapy: feeling stuck with painful feelings, with past traumatic experiences, in unhealthy ways of coping, or in challenging relationship dynamics. When stuck with thoughts of the past or worries about the future, this gets in the way of living in the present. Especially as environments are often invalidating of emotional experiences, getting unstuck is about making room for what we've learned to avoid. Through a close and meaningful relationship, I am passionate about creating a safe environment in which we can get to the bottom of what is keeping you from the life you want to lead.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, but rather it is shaped by your needs and life experiences. Starting therapy can be daunting but I am here to make it feel less intimidating. It is my purpose to find what sets everyone apart, helping you discover and develop the tools you have within you. We are all human. With that comes imperfections, differences, and experiences that impact who we are. Therapy is a non-judgmental space to remind the inner critic that it does not belong. Humanity is strength. I value showing up authentically and genuinely. I am human too, imperfections and all, and I seek to remind you that you are not alone.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, but rather it is shaped by your needs and life experiences. Starting therapy can be daunting but I am here to make it feel less intimidating. It is my purpose to find what sets everyone apart, helping you discover and develop the tools you have within you. We are all human. With that comes imperfections, differences, and experiences that impact who we are. Therapy is a non-judgmental space to remind the inner critic that it does not belong. Humanity is strength. I value showing up authentically and genuinely. I am human too, imperfections and all, and I seek to remind you that you are not alone.
For more than 30 years I have counseled men, women, and teens addressing a crisis, a tragedy, something troubling they are struggling with now or from the past. My work with you will focus on developing your own skills to address current and past issues. Your work with me will be empowering and deliberate and will enable you to have a more fulfilling future. Our work together will include, but not necessarily be limited to consideration and assessments of how particular issues are affecting you and/or those you care about. You may bring a partner, friend, or family member to our sessions.
For more than 30 years I have counseled men, women, and teens addressing a crisis, a tragedy, something troubling they are struggling with now or from the past. My work with you will focus on developing your own skills to address current and past issues. Your work with me will be empowering and deliberate and will enable you to have a more fulfilling future. Our work together will include, but not necessarily be limited to consideration and assessments of how particular issues are affecting you and/or those you care about. You may bring a partner, friend, or family member to our sessions.
I work with teens and adults and welcome individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that greater self-awareness can help us live more authentically, navigate challenges with confidence, and create lives that feel meaningful and aligned with our values. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your identity, experiences, relationships, and emotions with curiosity and compassion. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or seeking deeper personal growth, my goal is to support you not only in coping, but in thriving.
I work with teens and adults and welcome individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that greater self-awareness can help us live more authentically, navigate challenges with confidence, and create lives that feel meaningful and aligned with our values. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your identity, experiences, relationships, and emotions with curiosity and compassion. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or seeking deeper personal growth, my goal is to support you not only in coping, but in thriving.
Ideally our everyday lives would provide the opportunities, relationships, and help we need.
We are meant to run ideas past each other regularly to try to get to a better understanding, and it is often easier to care when others care with us. This isn’t so easy to do it alone, in our own heads. Sometimes life can be like a catch 22, things can get stuck, and our heads spin. Really looking at life with others can be hard if we don’t have the time, understanding, patience, compassion, or calm to do it. And some people have their own issues, or agenda, and may put that onto us.
Ideally our everyday lives would provide the opportunities, relationships, and help we need.
We are meant to run ideas past each other regularly to try to get to a better understanding, and it is often easier to care when others care with us. This isn’t so easy to do it alone, in our own heads. Sometimes life can be like a catch 22, things can get stuck, and our heads spin. Really looking at life with others can be hard if we don’t have the time, understanding, patience, compassion, or calm to do it. And some people have their own issues, or agenda, and may put that onto us.
I work with clients aged 14 and older. My practice addresses challenges in interpersonal relationships, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep issues. The services I offer include individual psychotherapy and couples counseling. For an overview of my practice, please visit my website via the link on this page.
I work with clients aged 14 and older. My practice addresses challenges in interpersonal relationships, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep issues. The services I offer include individual psychotherapy and couples counseling. For an overview of my practice, please visit my website via the link on this page.
We have immediate openings both in person and via telehealth! At Vibrant Life Therapy we strive to create safe spaces for individuals of all backgrounds to feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. It takes courage to begin your healing journey, and we are here to help. We pride ourselves on having an amazing group of diverse providers who can meet you where you are at with openness and compassion. Each provider will walk alongside you on your path towards health and healing, with the goal of assisting you in living a Vibrant Life!
We have immediate openings both in person and via telehealth! At Vibrant Life Therapy we strive to create safe spaces for individuals of all backgrounds to feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. It takes courage to begin your healing journey, and we are here to help. We pride ourselves on having an amazing group of diverse providers who can meet you where you are at with openness and compassion. Each provider will walk alongside you on your path towards health and healing, with the goal of assisting you in living a Vibrant Life!
Erin works with adults who may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, dissociation, PTSD, or who may be struggling with grief, loss, life changes, stress, questions of identity, or periods of uncertainty and transition.
Erin is guided by psychoanalytic, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive theories. Their goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for people to explore themselves and their emotional lives. Their therapeutic approach centers on tending to and compassionately making space for one’s inner life and unconscious processes (wishes, thoughts, dreams, and fantasies). Erin values the role of therapeutic work in creating sustainable and meaningful community and life experiences.
Erin works with adults who may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, dissociation, PTSD, or who may be struggling with grief, loss, life changes, stress, questions of identity, or periods of uncertainty and transition.
Erin is guided by psychoanalytic, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive theories. Their goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for people to explore themselves and their emotional lives. Their therapeutic approach centers on tending to and compassionately making space for one’s inner life and unconscious processes (wishes, thoughts, dreams, and fantasies). Erin values the role of therapeutic work in creating sustainable and meaningful community and life experiences.
I am highly effective with hard to reach adolescents and adults.
Life is difficult. Feeling better is possible. We all have the right and the ability to feel some peace and acceptance about our lives; the things we can control and the things we can not. We may often believe the negative thoughts we have (that we often make up) and act accordingly. You can change your life, your outlook and the way you think and feel about yourself and your relationships. I believe changes and growth occur when an individual is able to challenge their thoughts, examine their perspectives and learn how to be true to themselves.
I am highly effective with hard to reach adolescents and adults.
Life is difficult. Feeling better is possible. We all have the right and the ability to feel some peace and acceptance about our lives; the things we can control and the things we can not. We may often believe the negative thoughts we have (that we often make up) and act accordingly. You can change your life, your outlook and the way you think and feel about yourself and your relationships. I believe changes and growth occur when an individual is able to challenge their thoughts, examine their perspectives and learn how to be true to themselves.
For thirty-some years I've worked with adults of all ages.
I draw upon talk psychotherapy, body-centered perspectives, and somatic ways of knowing. Your preferences and needs shape the ways in which we work together.
For thirty-some years I've worked with adults of all ages.
I draw upon talk psychotherapy, body-centered perspectives, and somatic ways of knowing. Your preferences and needs shape the ways in which we work together.
Are you frustrated your life doesn't seem to go the way you want it to? Are your relationships unsatisfying? Do you struggle to feel good about yourself? Do you wrestle with fears and anxiety? Do you regularly feel down and have trouble being positive about life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you're not alone. Anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship problems are common reasons for seeking therapy. Our work will help you understand what is keeping you from the life you want and help you develop the skills you need to live more fully.
Are you frustrated your life doesn't seem to go the way you want it to? Are your relationships unsatisfying? Do you struggle to feel good about yourself? Do you wrestle with fears and anxiety? Do you regularly feel down and have trouble being positive about life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you're not alone. Anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship problems are common reasons for seeking therapy. Our work will help you understand what is keeping you from the life you want and help you develop the skills you need to live more fully.
Let’s be honest—being an adolescent, teen, or young adult these days can feel extremely overwhelming.
I primarily work with LGBTQIA+ teens (12+) & young adults navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, identity exploration, family conflict, and suicidality. We'll make space for what’s hard to say, gently untangle it, and strengthen your relationship with yourself. I’m with you through the hard moments so you don’t have to carry it alone.
Let’s be honest—being an adolescent, teen, or young adult these days can feel extremely overwhelming.
I primarily work with LGBTQIA+ teens (12+) & young adults navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, identity exploration, family conflict, and suicidality. We'll make space for what’s hard to say, gently untangle it, and strengthen your relationship with yourself. I’m with you through the hard moments so you don’t have to carry it alone.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to find your path in life?
I have over a decade of experience as a psychologist working with ethnically, economically, and gender diverse populations of children, teens, young adults and families. I have effectively utilized CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Behavioral Activation, Family Systems, Parenting Skills, and other interventions.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to find your path in life?
I have over a decade of experience as a psychologist working with ethnically, economically, and gender diverse populations of children, teens, young adults and families. I have effectively utilized CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Behavioral Activation, Family Systems, Parenting Skills, and other interventions.
“Just because the pain is comfortable doesn’t mean you have to wear it.” -Blake Auden-
Change can be scary, even when staying the same feels just as unbearable. Reaching out for therapy, whether you are in a moment of crisis, anticipating upcoming life transitions, or have been waiting for the right time to sift through your past to better understand your present, can be terrifying. I'm here to sit in the thick of it with you and create a safer, contained space for you to discover who you are now, what you want, and what your future holds in your own time.
“Just because the pain is comfortable doesn’t mean you have to wear it.” -Blake Auden-
Change can be scary, even when staying the same feels just as unbearable. Reaching out for therapy, whether you are in a moment of crisis, anticipating upcoming life transitions, or have been waiting for the right time to sift through your past to better understand your present, can be terrifying. I'm here to sit in the thick of it with you and create a safer, contained space for you to discover who you are now, what you want, and what your future holds in your own time.
Let's take the pressure off - the "right" way to do therapy is your way, and you don't have to do it alone. I am not afraid to step outside of the box if it means finding what works for you. This is your story, and I am here to walk with you through the good, the bad, and the dirty. Together, we’ll make space to explore the present and unpack the past with curiosity. I bring creativity and humor into our work, this road can be challenging, but we can still find moments of joy along the way. I incorporate techniques like guided Brainspotting and Sand Tray work as a way to process and deepen insight, especially when words fall short.
Let's take the pressure off - the "right" way to do therapy is your way, and you don't have to do it alone. I am not afraid to step outside of the box if it means finding what works for you. This is your story, and I am here to walk with you through the good, the bad, and the dirty. Together, we’ll make space to explore the present and unpack the past with curiosity. I bring creativity and humor into our work, this road can be challenging, but we can still find moments of joy along the way. I incorporate techniques like guided Brainspotting and Sand Tray work as a way to process and deepen insight, especially when words fall short.
"To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly". The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between two people who endeavor to co-create change. I have helped clients examine a wide range of issues (relational conflict, workplace difficulties, eating disorders, body image distress, addictions, trauma, spirituality, gender identity, aging, grief and loss, and sexual orientation). We will work together to alleviate your most pressing problems as well as develop a fuller understanding of the underlying issues that keep you stuck in emotional patterns that limit your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire.
"To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly". The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between two people who endeavor to co-create change. I have helped clients examine a wide range of issues (relational conflict, workplace difficulties, eating disorders, body image distress, addictions, trauma, spirituality, gender identity, aging, grief and loss, and sexual orientation). We will work together to alleviate your most pressing problems as well as develop a fuller understanding of the underlying issues that keep you stuck in emotional patterns that limit your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire.
I generally work with individuals, teens, adults, and couples.
I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based treatment for treating different types of trauma and adversities. I have extensive experience in areas of trauma, complex trauma, borderline personality and ADHD. I use various forms of cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I generally work with individuals, teens, adults, and couples.
I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based treatment for treating different types of trauma and adversities. I have extensive experience in areas of trauma, complex trauma, borderline personality and ADHD. I use various forms of cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
The people I work with often feel disconnected from the deep intimacy they desire with friends, family, and partners. After experiences of harm or trauma, relationships might feel risky, exhausting, or unsatisfying. Together we'll work to understand how you show up in relationships and why, exploring what it could look like to be more fully seen and loved.
My aim is to nurture a safe environment where you feel heard, held, and gently challenged as you observe your patterns, reclaim choice, grow self-compassion, and come into greater alignment with your hopes and values. Your autonomy and security are centered every step of the way.
The people I work with often feel disconnected from the deep intimacy they desire with friends, family, and partners. After experiences of harm or trauma, relationships might feel risky, exhausting, or unsatisfying. Together we'll work to understand how you show up in relationships and why, exploring what it could look like to be more fully seen and loved.
My aim is to nurture a safe environment where you feel heard, held, and gently challenged as you observe your patterns, reclaim choice, grow self-compassion, and come into greater alignment with your hopes and values. Your autonomy and security are centered every step of the way.
Unseen in Plain Sight - the anguish can be debilitating and confusing. Learning to calmly see ourselves is a central part of change in therapy, both relationally and neurologically. I guide people in seeing themselves in a more grounded way, manifesting core aspirations and values, and in working themselves away from past ruptures blocking their experience of feeling resourced and regulated. I work with developmental/family of origin issues (emotional malnourishment in all of its forms), trauma, abuse and neglect, and chemical use/compulsive comfort seeking behaviors. I see individuals, couples, and families.
Unseen in Plain Sight - the anguish can be debilitating and confusing. Learning to calmly see ourselves is a central part of change in therapy, both relationally and neurologically. I guide people in seeing themselves in a more grounded way, manifesting core aspirations and values, and in working themselves away from past ruptures blocking their experience of feeling resourced and regulated. I work with developmental/family of origin issues (emotional malnourishment in all of its forms), trauma, abuse and neglect, and chemical use/compulsive comfort seeking behaviors. I see individuals, couples, and families.
Hi there—starting or returning to therapy is a courageous step. My approach is direct, compassionate, and goal-oriented, with humor when helpful. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to be honest, supported to take risks, and empowered to make meaningful changes. I work with life transitions, stress, grief, identity, substance use, and relationship challenges. I practice unconditional positive regard, meeting you without judgment and supporting your goals. Please reach out with any questions, and best of luck finding the right fit.
Hi there—starting or returning to therapy is a courageous step. My approach is direct, compassionate, and goal-oriented, with humor when helpful. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to be honest, supported to take risks, and empowered to make meaningful changes. I work with life transitions, stress, grief, identity, substance use, and relationship challenges. I practice unconditional positive regard, meeting you without judgment and supporting your goals. Please reach out with any questions, and best of luck finding the right fit.
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Nearby Searches for Uptown, Minneapolis
- Calhoun
- Cedar-Isles-Dean
- East Calhoun
- East Isles
- Lowry Hill
- Lowry Hill East
- Lyndale
- Stevens Square
- West Calhoun
- Whittier
FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.