Couples Counseling Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and groups experiencing relational stress, navigating life transitions + seeking emotional connection.
I connect and earn trust quickly. I validate and remind people of their strengths and resilience. In session, we explore emotions and perspectives to connect present dilemmas to bigger patterns and core beliefs. I offer grounding practices and affirm that it is okay to be exactly where you are. We sit in the discomfort, and allow energy to move!
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, and groups experiencing relational stress, navigating life transitions + seeking emotional connection.
I connect and earn trust quickly. I validate and remind people of their strengths and resilience. In session, we explore emotions and perspectives to connect present dilemmas to bigger patterns and core beliefs. I offer grounding practices and affirm that it is okay to be exactly where you are. We sit in the discomfort, and allow energy to move!
I work with teens (16+), adults, and couples navigating a wide range of challenges, including life transitions, identity exploration, relationships, and neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, AuDHD).
I integrate culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapies such as CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), person-centered, and strength-based to create a space made for you and your goals. I also work from a neurodiversity-affirming lens, which means I focus on understanding and supporting your brain, not “fixing” it.
I work with teens (16+), adults, and couples navigating a wide range of challenges, including life transitions, identity exploration, relationships, and neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, AuDHD).
I integrate culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapies such as CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), person-centered, and strength-based to create a space made for you and your goals. I also work from a neurodiversity-affirming lens, which means I focus on understanding and supporting your brain, not “fixing” it.
I am passionate about helping individuals or couples navigate life’s challenges and create a rich meaningful life.
In my therapy practice, I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space to foster connection by listening and understanding your concerns and your perspective. I believe that developing a good relationship in order to build trust is the starting point of any process that will result in healing and movement towards the life you envision.
I am passionate about helping individuals or couples navigate life’s challenges and create a rich meaningful life.
In my therapy practice, I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space to foster connection by listening and understanding your concerns and your perspective. I believe that developing a good relationship in order to build trust is the starting point of any process that will result in healing and movement towards the life you envision.
I have over 9 years of experience helping people of all ages transition through mental health diagnoses, stress and significant life events, eating disorders, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, grief, LGBTQ and transition experiences, domestic violence, trauma, and many other challenges.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! Offering a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment, my practice will help guide you through whatever difficulties you are facing. I focus on using compassion and a holistic, research based approach to provide clarity, relief, and support for my clients.
I have over 9 years of experience helping people of all ages transition through mental health diagnoses, stress and significant life events, eating disorders, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, grief, LGBTQ and transition experiences, domestic violence, trauma, and many other challenges.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! Offering a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment, my practice will help guide you through whatever difficulties you are facing. I focus on using compassion and a holistic, research based approach to provide clarity, relief, and support for my clients.
Bethany Grace Kepler
Pre-Licensed Professional, ATR, MA
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Waitlist for new clients
Bethany provides therapy for humans experiencing relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, attachment trauma, survivors of complex trauma, & adjustment disorders.
Bethany takes a holistic approach to her clients, focusing on her studies in somatic therapy, creative arts, and mindfulness skills. She employs a collaborative, person-centered approach to help her clients reveal, explore, and gain insight into their life to reduce stress and achieve a sense of wellness. Bethany believes in empathy, compassion, and more.
Bethany provides therapy for humans experiencing relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, attachment trauma, survivors of complex trauma, & adjustment disorders.
Bethany takes a holistic approach to her clients, focusing on her studies in somatic therapy, creative arts, and mindfulness skills. She employs a collaborative, person-centered approach to help her clients reveal, explore, and gain insight into their life to reduce stress and achieve a sense of wellness. Bethany believes in empathy, compassion, and more.
As their ally, I strive to foster awareness, autonomy, and meaningful change in an honest, sincere, and safe therapeutic relationship.
I am a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision, holding a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services and a Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. I have a range of perspectives from experience working in residential, assisted living, and outpatient settings, enriching my approach to care.
As their ally, I strive to foster awareness, autonomy, and meaningful change in an honest, sincere, and safe therapeutic relationship.
I am a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision, holding a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services and a Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. I have a range of perspectives from experience working in residential, assisted living, and outpatient settings, enriching my approach to care.
I have worked with various populations: parents, single parents, children, teens, women, men, LGBTQ, couples, people with substance use or other addictions.
I believe everyone has a story or many stories that they believe about themselves. Some of these stories may or may not serve people in their lives -but all have a powerful effect on how we walk in the world. Our past can shape how we feel about our present and we may not even realize it. Using integrative, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapy, I help clients redefine their beliefs about themselves, or how other people or situations affect their lives. I guide clients to recreate the stories that can help them initiate change, and reinforce the stories that already give them strength and clarity.
I have worked with various populations: parents, single parents, children, teens, women, men, LGBTQ, couples, people with substance use or other addictions.
I believe everyone has a story or many stories that they believe about themselves. Some of these stories may or may not serve people in their lives -but all have a powerful effect on how we walk in the world. Our past can shape how we feel about our present and we may not even realize it. Using integrative, cognitive-behavioral, and narrative therapy, I help clients redefine their beliefs about themselves, or how other people or situations affect their lives. I guide clients to recreate the stories that can help them initiate change, and reinforce the stories that already give them strength and clarity.
These often drive maladaptive behaviors, relationship distress, anxiety, and overall dissatisfaction.
My goal is to help you understand these patterns and incorporate these past experiences into your current self. Through this process, you will gain insight, acceptance, and a more genuine and fulfilling life. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and, at times, playful environment for the client.
These often drive maladaptive behaviors, relationship distress, anxiety, and overall dissatisfaction.
My goal is to help you understand these patterns and incorporate these past experiences into your current self. Through this process, you will gain insight, acceptance, and a more genuine and fulfilling life. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and, at times, playful environment for the client.
You and I will co-create a plan for our meetings, identify what you want to see happen in each meeting and throughout the coaching relationship (i.e. the goals you have).
Do you or your family feel tired, stuck in chaos and ready to throw in the towel? Adoptive families may face unique challenges that require a supportive professional who has personal and professional knowledge of attachment adaptations, trauma responses, anxiety, grief, and the adoption circle. As a parent of three, all adopted transracially, I have faced both the joy and struggle of parenting. When working with you, I will bring my personal and professional experience using a sensitive, non-judgmental approach as I help you find renewed hope and joy for yourself and your family.
You and I will co-create a plan for our meetings, identify what you want to see happen in each meeting and throughout the coaching relationship (i.e. the goals you have).
Do you or your family feel tired, stuck in chaos and ready to throw in the towel? Adoptive families may face unique challenges that require a supportive professional who has personal and professional knowledge of attachment adaptations, trauma responses, anxiety, grief, and the adoption circle. As a parent of three, all adopted transracially, I have faced both the joy and struggle of parenting. When working with you, I will bring my personal and professional experience using a sensitive, non-judgmental approach as I help you find renewed hope and joy for yourself and your family.
Reach out and let's see if our new relationship feels safe, inviting, and a space to be courageous in the face of the adversity you've experienced.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW 23383) and psychotherapist, with a focus on issues related to human sexuality. Connection, intimacy, desire, love, and joy are the things in life that enrich our human experience. When we struggle with these, life can feel very lonely. I believe that you have endless potential, but sometimes life can get in the way. My hope is to get some of the muck out of the way so you can be your best self on any given day.
Reach out and let's see if our new relationship feels safe, inviting, and a space to be courageous in the face of the adversity you've experienced.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW 23383) and psychotherapist, with a focus on issues related to human sexuality. Connection, intimacy, desire, love, and joy are the things in life that enrich our human experience. When we struggle with these, life can feel very lonely. I believe that you have endless potential, but sometimes life can get in the way. My hope is to get some of the muck out of the way so you can be your best self on any given day.
Larry enjoys helping individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges.
Larry is also a trainer and consultant to agencies who are interested in enhancing their cultural knowledge and experiences with their staff and clients. As a trainer and consultant his goal is to inspire people to resist giving into the fear that comes with the unknown.
Larry enjoys helping individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges.
Larry is also a trainer and consultant to agencies who are interested in enhancing their cultural knowledge and experiences with their staff and clients. As a trainer and consultant his goal is to inspire people to resist giving into the fear that comes with the unknown.
I work with couples, including polyamorous, non-monogamous, kinky, etc, to build connection, trust, and intimacy in their relationships.
As a sex therapist, I specialize in all things related to sex. I help individuals ground themselves in the present and connect with their values. I help neurodivergent clients find their unique strengths and reduce feelings of shame. I help couples using the Gottman method, a data-driven approach, to improve connection and conflict management.
I work with couples, including polyamorous, non-monogamous, kinky, etc, to build connection, trust, and intimacy in their relationships.
As a sex therapist, I specialize in all things related to sex. I help individuals ground themselves in the present and connect with their values. I help neurodivergent clients find their unique strengths and reduce feelings of shame. I help couples using the Gottman method, a data-driven approach, to improve connection and conflict management.
My therapeutic approach is person-centered, with a focus on building a trusting, authentic therapeutic relationship - research shows that this is the most important predictor of positive therapeutic outcomes.
Shame is a skilled liar, and it can falsely convince us that we're better off facing our struggles alone. But it’s everyone’s first time being a human, and no one has it all figured out!
I am passionate about working with folks whose voices are all too often silenced: justice-involved, adjusting to life after incarceration, navigating addictive or compulsive behavior patterns, feeling disconnected from their authentic selves, seeking personal meaning in life, or recovering after religious, domestic, or sexual abuse, harm, or trauma. You deserve to be affirmed and supported on the courageous path of healing and self-discovery.
My therapeutic approach is person-centered, with a focus on building a trusting, authentic therapeutic relationship - research shows that this is the most important predictor of positive therapeutic outcomes.
Shame is a skilled liar, and it can falsely convince us that we're better off facing our struggles alone. But it’s everyone’s first time being a human, and no one has it all figured out!
I am passionate about working with folks whose voices are all too often silenced: justice-involved, adjusting to life after incarceration, navigating addictive or compulsive behavior patterns, feeling disconnected from their authentic selves, seeking personal meaning in life, or recovering after religious, domestic, or sexual abuse, harm, or trauma. You deserve to be affirmed and supported on the courageous path of healing and self-discovery.
I utilize a strength-based, systemic approach when working with clients on their family, work, school and/or their social relationship issues.
I work with clients to manage their symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. I acknowledge and experienced grief and loss issues. I work with individuals diagnosed with long-term illness and their caregivers, as well as widows and widowers who are in need of support with little time/resources available to them.
I utilize a strength-based, systemic approach when working with clients on their family, work, school and/or their social relationship issues.
I work with clients to manage their symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. I acknowledge and experienced grief and loss issues. I work with individuals diagnosed with long-term illness and their caregivers, as well as widows and widowers who are in need of support with little time/resources available to them.
Whether you're dealing with relationship frustrations or personal issues, it's difficult to wonder if things can get better - and to think you should be able to figure it out on your own.
I work with couples to fine-tune communication and build closeness. Learn to listen wholeheartedly. Either soften your approach to express your desires and limits effectively, or strengthen your delivery so your partner can hear your true needs. It's demoralizing to slog through fights - I'll teach you to share things productively and feel closer.
Whether you're dealing with relationship frustrations or personal issues, it's difficult to wonder if things can get better - and to think you should be able to figure it out on your own.
I work with couples to fine-tune communication and build closeness. Learn to listen wholeheartedly. Either soften your approach to express your desires and limits effectively, or strengthen your delivery so your partner can hear your true needs. It's demoralizing to slog through fights - I'll teach you to share things productively and feel closer.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families.
With a compassionate, authentic, non-judgmental approach, I focus on creating a safe space in which each individual feels heard and understood, while promoting awareness, growth, and change. I work collaboratively with individuals to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses their strengths, needs, and goals.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families.
With a compassionate, authentic, non-judgmental approach, I focus on creating a safe space in which each individual feels heard and understood, while promoting awareness, growth, and change. I work collaboratively with individuals to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses their strengths, needs, and goals.
Sara Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, and have clinical experience with managing hardships related to substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, and relationship conflict.
Existing in this world is hard, especially if you’re shouldering the burden alone. There’s no shame in seeking support and there’s no time like the present to begin rewriting your story. Through personal exploration and a deep, honest evaluation of your surrounding environments, you can foster a sense of clarity and become better equipped to face the obstacles that life hands out.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals, and have clinical experience with managing hardships related to substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma, sex and sexuality, and relationship conflict.
Existing in this world is hard, especially if you’re shouldering the burden alone. There’s no shame in seeking support and there’s no time like the present to begin rewriting your story. Through personal exploration and a deep, honest evaluation of your surrounding environments, you can foster a sense of clarity and become better equipped to face the obstacles that life hands out.
Dr. Zamzam Dini
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Minneapolis, MN 55430
Waitlist for new clients
I have the privilege and honor of working with individuals and couples with trauma history using Brainspotting, Narrative Exposure Therapy, and other trauma-focused modalities.
I am passionate about the impact of culture, equity, and social justice within Marriage and Family Therapy. This means working directly with Bodies of Culture, as Resmaa Menakem calls us, interracial couples, racial trauma, minority stress, identity development, children of immigrants, etc.
I have the privilege and honor of working with individuals and couples with trauma history using Brainspotting, Narrative Exposure Therapy, and other trauma-focused modalities.
I am passionate about the impact of culture, equity, and social justice within Marriage and Family Therapy. This means working directly with Bodies of Culture, as Resmaa Menakem calls us, interracial couples, racial trauma, minority stress, identity development, children of immigrants, etc.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship problems, reactions to trauma/life stressors, and social/behavioral difficulties.
I enjoy working with adult clients who have a desire to understand their emotional experiences and who want to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. I believe an individual's thoughts/feelings about self/others, patterns of relating to others, and expressions of emotion are influenced by childhood and social experiences.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship problems, reactions to trauma/life stressors, and social/behavioral difficulties.
I enjoy working with adult clients who have a desire to understand their emotional experiences and who want to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. I believe an individual's thoughts/feelings about self/others, patterns of relating to others, and expressions of emotion are influenced by childhood and social experiences.
In my practice, I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and couples.
My approach is compassionate, down to earth, strengths-based, and action oriented. Through developing a strong and trusting connection with my clients, I learn what's important to them and what type of growth and change they're looking for. I support them in building awareness and putting new strategies into practice to enhance their lives and relationships.
In my practice, I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and couples.
My approach is compassionate, down to earth, strengths-based, and action oriented. Through developing a strong and trusting connection with my clients, I learn what's important to them and what type of growth and change they're looking for. I support them in building awareness and putting new strategies into practice to enhance their lives and relationships.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.