Alcohol Use Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
Dayna is a very positive and calm force. She does not get rattled easily and has the experience to handle whatever clients are facing. A true professional, and a compassionate therapist.
Dayna is a very positive and calm force. She does not get rattled easily and has the experience to handle whatever clients are facing. A true professional, and a compassionate therapist.
16 years helping adults and couples transform alcohol use, overeating, and relational patterns, and move through affair recovery.
You’ve built a meaningful life — career, stability, relationships — yet parts of your life may feel increasingly difficult to manage privately. You may be drinking more than you want to, questioning the role alcohol has begun to play in your life or relationship, or struggling with an affair, betrayal, or the aftermath of broken trust. From the outside, things may still look intact. Inside, you may feel conflicted, ashamed, uncertain, or unsure what needs to change.
16 years helping adults and couples transform alcohol use, overeating, and relational patterns, and move through affair recovery.
You’ve built a meaningful life — career, stability, relationships — yet parts of your life may feel increasingly difficult to manage privately. You may be drinking more than you want to, questioning the role alcohol has begun to play in your life or relationship, or struggling with an affair, betrayal, or the aftermath of broken trust. From the outside, things may still look intact. Inside, you may feel conflicted, ashamed, uncertain, or unsure what needs to change.
I specialize in gambling and alcohol addiction, including sports betting, online casino gambling, high-risk trading, and other compulsive behaviors. Many of my clients are doing well professionally while privately chasing losses, hiding gambling or drinking, or feeling increasingly out of control. My background spans medically managed detox, residential addiction treatment, and private outpatient therapy. In our first sessions, we’ll clarify your challenges, identify what matters, and set a personalized path. Together, we identify what drives the cycle, reduce urges and relapse risk, and build a realistic plan for lasting change.
I specialize in gambling and alcohol addiction, including sports betting, online casino gambling, high-risk trading, and other compulsive behaviors. Many of my clients are doing well professionally while privately chasing losses, hiding gambling or drinking, or feeling increasingly out of control. My background spans medically managed detox, residential addiction treatment, and private outpatient therapy. In our first sessions, we’ll clarify your challenges, identify what matters, and set a personalized path. Together, we identify what drives the cycle, reduce urges and relapse risk, and build a realistic plan for lasting change.
The shame of not being in control of your life can feel so isolating and anxiety provoking. And the thought of talking about it with someone else can feel paralyzing at times. How did I get here? Why can't I fix this on my own? Why do I keep going back? What is wrong with me? Do I have a drinking problem? Why can't I sleep? Do I need to quit or can I just cut back? Why is my relationship so difficult? These nagging thoughts could go on and on.
The shame of not being in control of your life can feel so isolating and anxiety provoking. And the thought of talking about it with someone else can feel paralyzing at times. How did I get here? Why can't I fix this on my own? Why do I keep going back? What is wrong with me? Do I have a drinking problem? Why can't I sleep? Do I need to quit or can I just cut back? Why is my relationship so difficult? These nagging thoughts could go on and on.
I am a Black female therapist and I specialize working with high achieving women who are struggling with grief, work stress and/or alcohol misuse. My typical client rarely (if ever) asks for help. She is smart, hardworking, and exceptional. She is also exhausted, sad and lonely. She feels lost, broken and increasingly resentful of those she loves which makes her feel guilty. Sometimes she has thoughts of escaping her life. Sometimes those thoughts are dark which scares her. If this sounds like you, you don't have to keep taking on everyone else's problems while you struggle in silence. I can help.
I am a Black female therapist and I specialize working with high achieving women who are struggling with grief, work stress and/or alcohol misuse. My typical client rarely (if ever) asks for help. She is smart, hardworking, and exceptional. She is also exhausted, sad and lonely. She feels lost, broken and increasingly resentful of those she loves which makes her feel guilty. Sometimes she has thoughts of escaping her life. Sometimes those thoughts are dark which scares her. If this sounds like you, you don't have to keep taking on everyone else's problems while you struggle in silence. I can help.
I describe myself as a trauma informed therapist with a background in both mental health and substance use disorder treatment. I have spent my career in various fields working with adults who experience emotional and interpersonal concerns. I offer services for adult individuals only. I'm available most weekdays in the morning to early afternoon. I operate with a trauma focus and attachment theory lens. Through this I assist clients to develop supports outside of the therapy session to maintain lasting success.
I describe myself as a trauma informed therapist with a background in both mental health and substance use disorder treatment. I have spent my career in various fields working with adults who experience emotional and interpersonal concerns. I offer services for adult individuals only. I'm available most weekdays in the morning to early afternoon. I operate with a trauma focus and attachment theory lens. Through this I assist clients to develop supports outside of the therapy session to maintain lasting success.
“If the Sun and Moon should ever doubt,
They’d immediately go out.”
-William Blake.
Maybe a voice deep inside you is telling you that you’re tired of living with addiction, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, or relationship struggles. You may be ready to reconnect with your relationships, passions, family—and yourself.
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in St. Paul, MN, I provide addiction counseling, substance use counseling, mental health therapy, trauma and PTSD therapy, and individual and couples therapy for adults. My approach is gentle, person-centered, strengths-based, and judgment-free.
“If the Sun and Moon should ever doubt,
They’d immediately go out.”
-William Blake.
Maybe a voice deep inside you is telling you that you’re tired of living with addiction, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, or relationship struggles. You may be ready to reconnect with your relationships, passions, family—and yourself.
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in St. Paul, MN, I provide addiction counseling, substance use counseling, mental health therapy, trauma and PTSD therapy, and individual and couples therapy for adults. My approach is gentle, person-centered, strengths-based, and judgment-free.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
Whether this is your first time exploring therapy, or you're continuing your wellness journey, I can help. I use my education and experience in mental health therapy, nutrition and physical health to provide a holistic way for people to understand and work through whatever life has in store. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, existential dread, and substance and food abuse. My philosophy for treatment is that nothing is broken and needing to be fixed, it makes sense and needs to be better understood. Changing the way you interact with yourself and your environment is a great place to start.
Whether this is your first time exploring therapy, or you're continuing your wellness journey, I can help. I use my education and experience in mental health therapy, nutrition and physical health to provide a holistic way for people to understand and work through whatever life has in store. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, existential dread, and substance and food abuse. My philosophy for treatment is that nothing is broken and needing to be fixed, it makes sense and needs to be better understood. Changing the way you interact with yourself and your environment is a great place to start.
Now with openings!
I believe the road to healing begins with a therapeutic relationship based on trust and acceptance. I guide clients towards exploring their strengths and values to help see their experiences in a way that focuses on their proven resilience. My passion is helping clients gain agency over their lives through empowerment and authentic living. Together we will identify patterns of thought and behavior that serve you well, as well as gain insight into unhelpful patterns that keep you stuck. I base my approach on your needs as an individual to meet your personal goals and walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey.
Now with openings!
I believe the road to healing begins with a therapeutic relationship based on trust and acceptance. I guide clients towards exploring their strengths and values to help see their experiences in a way that focuses on their proven resilience. My passion is helping clients gain agency over their lives through empowerment and authentic living. Together we will identify patterns of thought and behavior that serve you well, as well as gain insight into unhelpful patterns that keep you stuck. I base my approach on your needs as an individual to meet your personal goals and walk alongside you on your therapeutic journey.
Hello! I'm so glad you stumbled upon my page. If you have found yourself here you may be wondering what therapy is all about, may be going through one or many of life's various struggles (as we all do), or maybe looking for some self-growth. Vulnerability can be a scary thing, but I truly believe it is what unlocks the doors to healing and allows us to live our lives as our truest, most authentic selves. What's beautiful about the therapeutic process is you are 100% in the driver's seat. I am there to provide an objective perspective to encourage, process, and at times challenge you in ways that you may have not been before.
Hello! I'm so glad you stumbled upon my page. If you have found yourself here you may be wondering what therapy is all about, may be going through one or many of life's various struggles (as we all do), or maybe looking for some self-growth. Vulnerability can be a scary thing, but I truly believe it is what unlocks the doors to healing and allows us to live our lives as our truest, most authentic selves. What's beautiful about the therapeutic process is you are 100% in the driver's seat. I am there to provide an objective perspective to encourage, process, and at times challenge you in ways that you may have not been before.
Do you feel like you’re living the life meant for you? I believe we all have the best version of ourselves within us, and we suffer when our lives, actions, and thinking don’t align with it. My educational and work backgrounds include addiction counseling, mental health counseling, and the fields of neuroscience and mental health research. I remain driven by curiosity and passion for the science of the mind, and I update my clinical approach with the latest research discoveries.
Do you feel like you’re living the life meant for you? I believe we all have the best version of ourselves within us, and we suffer when our lives, actions, and thinking don’t align with it. My educational and work backgrounds include addiction counseling, mental health counseling, and the fields of neuroscience and mental health research. I remain driven by curiosity and passion for the science of the mind, and I update my clinical approach with the latest research discoveries.
I often meet people at the moment they realize anxiety, past hurt, or long‑standing habits are demanding way too much rent for the space they take up. My style is conversational, trauma‑aware, and sprinkled with humor because therapy doesn’t have to feel like a performance review. Together we slow things down, build awareness, and strengthen the mind‑body connection so you can move toward choices that feel more like you. My goal is a space that’s honest, safe, and genuinely supportive of real change.
I often meet people at the moment they realize anxiety, past hurt, or long‑standing habits are demanding way too much rent for the space they take up. My style is conversational, trauma‑aware, and sprinkled with humor because therapy doesn’t have to feel like a performance review. Together we slow things down, build awareness, and strengthen the mind‑body connection so you can move toward choices that feel more like you. My goal is a space that’s honest, safe, and genuinely supportive of real change.
I make great effort for excellence by working effectively with honesty, skills and compassion. I am committed to working collaboratively with clients to find their inner strength and authenticity, I know from experience that it takes courage and dedication to live well and the benefits are worth it. My personality as a therapist is of nurturing, warmth, genuineness and non-judgmental demeanor. I have diverse experience in working with adults, children, families and couples with mental health, stress related concerns and chemical health issues for over 27 years. My approach is eclectic, designed to fit the individual's needs.
I make great effort for excellence by working effectively with honesty, skills and compassion. I am committed to working collaboratively with clients to find their inner strength and authenticity, I know from experience that it takes courage and dedication to live well and the benefits are worth it. My personality as a therapist is of nurturing, warmth, genuineness and non-judgmental demeanor. I have diverse experience in working with adults, children, families and couples with mental health, stress related concerns and chemical health issues for over 27 years. My approach is eclectic, designed to fit the individual's needs.
As a therapist, it is an honor to be part of another person's process in understanding their personal worth. I respect and value my client's self-determination, therefore, my therapeutic approach is eclectic to correspond with the matter at hand. I am empathetic, patient and respectful, while building a relationship with my client. I believe that progress begins when my client has established trust in our relationship. I have faith that each client has the ability to discover their strengths and to use these strengths to achieve their individual goals.
As a therapist, it is an honor to be part of another person's process in understanding their personal worth. I respect and value my client's self-determination, therefore, my therapeutic approach is eclectic to correspond with the matter at hand. I am empathetic, patient and respectful, while building a relationship with my client. I believe that progress begins when my client has established trust in our relationship. I have faith that each client has the ability to discover their strengths and to use these strengths to achieve their individual goals.
No matter what you’re going through there is something out there that can help make it easier. Maybe it’s therapy, maybe it’s a talking unicorn, but until you find a talking unicorn, I’m happy to fill in.
No matter what you’re going through there is something out there that can help make it easier. Maybe it’s therapy, maybe it’s a talking unicorn, but until you find a talking unicorn, I’m happy to fill in.
Navigating through life challenges and stresses can be difficult if done on our own. Having support and assistance can be instrumental in broadening perspectives and finding solutions. Together we can discover positive steps to resolving problems and growing skills to strengthen resilience and resolve.
Navigating through life challenges and stresses can be difficult if done on our own. Having support and assistance can be instrumental in broadening perspectives and finding solutions. Together we can discover positive steps to resolving problems and growing skills to strengthen resilience and resolve.
Peak’s dedication to inclusivity begins with all of the members on our Team. Our diverse backgrounds, world-views, experiences and clinical interests have led us to do this important work, together. Our dedication to inclusivity extend beyond the radical acceptance of race, nationality, sexuality, gender, ability, education, religion, culture, socioeconomic status, education and more. Our dedication to this work also means that we never stop learning or looking for new and different ways to be more inclusive, informed and knowledgable to better serve our clients.
Peak’s dedication to inclusivity begins with all of the members on our Team. Our diverse backgrounds, world-views, experiences and clinical interests have led us to do this important work, together. Our dedication to inclusivity extend beyond the radical acceptance of race, nationality, sexuality, gender, ability, education, religion, culture, socioeconomic status, education and more. Our dedication to this work also means that we never stop learning or looking for new and different ways to be more inclusive, informed and knowledgable to better serve our clients.
Michael Kinzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Waitlist for new clients
My therapy style is engaged and proactive. Clients repeatedly tell me they feel safe and accepted in therapy to explore their issues, whatever they happen to be. I ask questions and make frequent observations to help clients (1) increase self-awareness and become more comfortable with themselves and their feelings, (2) to make better choices, (3) toward greater satisfaction in their lives and relationships. My unique history helps me understand and relate to the many struggles clients face, without judgment. I offer many helpful tools and insights on my website (see my contact info).
My therapy style is engaged and proactive. Clients repeatedly tell me they feel safe and accepted in therapy to explore their issues, whatever they happen to be. I ask questions and make frequent observations to help clients (1) increase self-awareness and become more comfortable with themselves and their feelings, (2) to make better choices, (3) toward greater satisfaction in their lives and relationships. My unique history helps me understand and relate to the many struggles clients face, without judgment. I offer many helpful tools and insights on my website (see my contact info).
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with extensive experience working with couples, families, adolescents and individuals. I have expertise working with family conflict, sexuality, sexual behavior problems, addictions, and crisis intervention. Other areas of interest and experience include family conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with extensive experience working with couples, families, adolescents and individuals. I have expertise working with family conflict, sexuality, sexual behavior problems, addictions, and crisis intervention. Other areas of interest and experience include family conflict, divorce, depression, anxiety, developmental disabilities and parenting issues.
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.