Couples Counseling Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

**My Group Practice (Synergy eTherapy) is Accepting New Clients (teens and adults) ONLINE!** Your stress level is through the roof. You might snap at those you love the most and your body feels out of control while your mind is spinning. Anxiety can feel awful AND it is treatable once you know what is going on in your brain and why your body reacts the way it does. Once you learn the why, together we can learn the how: How to calm down; How to feel in control of you and prevent anxiety attacks from causing you distress in your daily life.

Currently, I am offering online and in-office sessions. If the whole world's a stage (as Shakespeare wrote), you are the lead actor. I take a supporting role for you or your child to achieve optimal mental health. I welcome all ages and forms of diversity, including non-binary or trans-identified individuals. I work with children/adolescents, adults, couples and families of any configuration.

I believe the problems we experience in living are woven into the fabric of our lives and rooted in enduring patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others. These problems develop in relationship to others over the course of our lives. And it is in relationship —a relationship in which the attentive presence of another is truly and deeply felt—that these problems can be healed. In an atmosphere of curiosity and acceptance, we will work together to deepen your awareness and understanding of your needs, desires, and patterns of relating so you may experience greater freedom and fulfillment in your life.

Hello! I’m Ruby. I am here to be your biggest cheerleader, thought untangler, and copilot through the ups and downs of life. I use EMDR, CBT, and parts work and find these models to be so helpful in better understanding the hows and whys of who we are. Together we will examine thought and behavior patterns to help you better understand yourself, feel empowered, and adapt healthy coping strategies so you can move forward effectively in your life. I work best with people who are open and ready for change, although understand that can take some time as change is often difficult and scary. We will get through it together.

Hello, I'm Heather. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds whom have different needs. I often work with individuals, couples and families with complex concerns ranging from learning about yourself to addressing the challenges that hinder you from being able to live the life you desire. Trauma and attachment are common concerns that I see that impact many areas of life. Sometimes the hurts are recent; sometimes they happened long ago; sometimes they are still happening. I utilize a variety of theories and models specifically tailored the person/couple/family.

Hi! I'm Linda Etim and I specialize in working with women and men who are in toxic or abusive/predatory relationships. My unique approach is designed to help you detach from and avoid these toxic relationships. I also work with individuals who are suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. As well I work with those experiencing work related stress, racial injustice and everyday life stressors. All of the above issues can threaten your physical and emotional wellbeing. I prescribe techniques that will help you to manage your symptoms while at the same time achieving overall wellness.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Minnesota and Illinois) and hold a certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. I offer clinical services to individuals, couples and families whether by origin or creation. My training and who I am is heavily influenced by the LGBTQ++ community and my practice is open and affirming to any identity or relationship however defined.

Walk Talk Therapy is just like it sounds-we are outdoors walking side by side during therapy instead of sitting inside an office. Walk Talk Therapy is a more relaxed environment than the counseling office. Walking while sharing your struggles and life situations can also be meditative. Research has consistently shown that exercise can significantly impact anxiety and stress while improving overall mood. I work with teens, adults, couples and families. If you're feeling stuck and disconnected from others, you have trouble sitting still or you want a new perspective, I welcome your email or phone call.

You're a woman/mother/mom-to-be looking for a therapist that will understand you. Or parents dissatisfied with your relationship . You’re struggling, questioning so much and want clarity. You long to understand your thoughts, feelings, and dynamics but don't know where to start. So much is weighing on you. You miss balance. You're not alone and our therapeutic relationship can help. Through an eclectic approach, -utilizing techniques specific to YOUR needs we'll work together to resolve, not bandaid your struggles. You'll change maladaptive patterns and build a foundation of strength and self-worth, fostering healing, change.

I have special interest and expertise working with university students, comorbid chronic pain & mental health concerns, grief & loss, multicultural issues & identities (e.g., individuals who are racially/culturally diverse or identify as LGBTQ), life adjustments, relationship concerns (friendship, family, and dating including sexuality/intimacy), career indecision & transitions, family of origins issues, identity concerns, personal growth, & trauma. That said, I am a generalist clinician which means I enjoy working with and have experience with a variety of common concerns as well.

Are most days a struggle? Heteroflexible Therapy is there to help. Whether you struggle with relationships, addictions, dealing with the loss of a loved one, or past issues of abuse we will work together to meet your personal goals. The practice offers a warm and accepting environment for individuals and couples . Connie Studer, M.A., LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is skilled at recognizing the most effective therapy approach to help you find more satisfaction and joy in life. An open and affirming practice for straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender individuals.

Are you wondering how to connect with your partner without feeling too much? Are you looking to deepen your connections? I will bring curiosity, humor, empathy, and accountability into the room. Relationships are messy. It brings up our own issues, trauma, and attachment wounds. In working with couples and families, I focused on supporting the individuals as they are navigate and connect within their relationship . I bring systems to the room because one's relationships has many layers to it. I value each story and encourage a new meaning to it. By healing our relationships, we are given the opportunity to heal ourselves.

Are you feeling like you're stuck in a relationship you want to enjoy being a part of again? Or feeling like parenting is so much more complicated than you had originally thought? If so, please don't wait any longer to reach out! As a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor, who is also a board approved Supervisor, I specialize in helping couples work through challenging seasons and find a life that sparks a new joy for both individuals. I also specialize in parenting, which often has a large impact on relational satisfaction. Together, we can build the life you desire.

Everyone at different points in life experiences difficult circumstances and issues that cause stress, anxiety, sadness, grief, anger, confusion, and other responses that impact the quality of our lives and relationships. My goal is to create a safe and accepting context for clients to discuss their struggles and specific problems, heal from psychological, social, and spiritual injury, and develop effective methods for coping with life’s challenges. Please feel free to contact me if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, recent loss or trauma, work-related issues, relationship problems, or spiritual abuse.

I strive to create a collaborative therapy in which patients feel safe to explore and reflect. I help patients identify ways in which they relate to others that at one time may have been self-protective but now are causing conflicts or feelings of aloneness. As an AEDP therapist I have skill in focusing on the body and emotions, and helping you access new and healing experiences within yourself. You will leave therapy with renewed inner resources, confidence, and a zest for life.

Unseen and Unknown. The pain of not being seen or known can be debilitating and confusing. The experience of being seen within the therapeutic relationship is a central part of change in therapy. I assist people in learning to see themselves in a more grounded way, to learn and practice skills for manifesting core values, and to work out of the traps created by the ruptures and traumas inhibiting the experience of being integrated. I work with developmental/family of origin issues including trauma (physical, sexual, and emotional), neglect, and chemical use issues. My case load consists of individuals, couples , and families.