Family Therapy in Minneapolis, MN
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you struggle to get through your day? My emphasis is on helping you to identify problem areas in your life and come up with practical solutions to help overcome internal and/or external hurdles. I believe one of the most important factors in meeting your goals is for us to establish an open and trusting relationship. I will listen to your description of the reality you experience and facilitate defining your goals for therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you struggle to get through your day? My emphasis is on helping you to identify problem areas in your life and come up with practical solutions to help overcome internal and/or external hurdles. I believe one of the most important factors in meeting your goals is for us to establish an open and trusting relationship. I will listen to your description of the reality you experience and facilitate defining your goals for therapy.
I have over 7 years of experience supporting families, couples and individuals through therapy and am a fully licensed professional clinical counselor.
I am passionate about helping young adults and parents navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, anxiety, relational difficulties, or the impacts of trauma, my goal is to help you move towards the life you want—one step at a time. I take a holistic, client-centered approach that honors who you are and where you want to go. Together, we will find creative solutions that are tailored to your unique circumstances and goals. My approach is collaborative—together, we will develop concrete skills to help you navigate your current season and create a plan for positive change.
I have over 7 years of experience supporting families, couples and individuals through therapy and am a fully licensed professional clinical counselor.
I am passionate about helping young adults and parents navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, anxiety, relational difficulties, or the impacts of trauma, my goal is to help you move towards the life you want—one step at a time. I take a holistic, client-centered approach that honors who you are and where you want to go. Together, we will find creative solutions that are tailored to your unique circumstances and goals. My approach is collaborative—together, we will develop concrete skills to help you navigate your current season and create a plan for positive change.
Above all, my goal is to inspire confidence that health is possible and to provide encouragement as you generate the movement that propels you, your relationship, or your family, forward into health.
In addition to my training as a Psychotherapist, I am a Guild Certified practitioner of the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education, I hold an MFA in visual art, and I am a student and teacher of the Japanese art of Aikido.
Above all, my goal is to inspire confidence that health is possible and to provide encouragement as you generate the movement that propels you, your relationship, or your family, forward into health.
In addition to my training as a Psychotherapist, I am a Guild Certified practitioner of the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education, I hold an MFA in visual art, and I am a student and teacher of the Japanese art of Aikido.
I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and exhausted trying to fit into narrow definitions of identity, relationships, or families.
My focus in practice is to provide therapy services to individuals and couples who experience life in ways that may differ from societal expectations. I offer affirming, friendly, non-judgemental therapy to neurodivergent folks and those who belong to the LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous communities. I recognize that these populations are frequently underserved in our society and want to provide a safe, welcoming space for clients to share and process their experiences on their terms. You matter and you deserve to be seen exactly as you are.
I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and exhausted trying to fit into narrow definitions of identity, relationships, or families.
My focus in practice is to provide therapy services to individuals and couples who experience life in ways that may differ from societal expectations. I offer affirming, friendly, non-judgemental therapy to neurodivergent folks and those who belong to the LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous communities. I recognize that these populations are frequently underserved in our society and want to provide a safe, welcoming space for clients to share and process their experiences on their terms. You matter and you deserve to be seen exactly as you are.
I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for adults, couples, and families in a safe, collaborative space.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating a difficult transition? You may be seeking a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Many clients come to therapy wanting clarity, emotional relief, and support during moments that feel heavy or uncertain. At Serenity, the goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move forward in ways that feel aligned with your values.
I offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for adults, couples, and families in a safe, collaborative space.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating a difficult transition? You may be seeking a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Many clients come to therapy wanting clarity, emotional relief, and support during moments that feel heavy or uncertain. At Serenity, the goal is to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move forward in ways that feel aligned with your values.
If you're looking for a therapist who offers more than just a place to talk, I provide a safe, confidential space where you can feel truly heard and supported. My work is grounded in psychodynamic therapy — a thoughtful, in-depth approach that goes beyond surface symptoms to uncover the root causes of emotional patterns and struggles.
Whether you're dealing with self-esteem issues, challenges at work, or difficulties in relationships, we’ll work together to understand what’s holding you back and begin meaningful change. This process takes courage and a willingness to grow — but it’s also deeply rewarding.
If you're looking for a therapist who offers more than just a place to talk, I provide a safe, confidential space where you can feel truly heard and supported. My work is grounded in psychodynamic therapy — a thoughtful, in-depth approach that goes beyond surface symptoms to uncover the root causes of emotional patterns and struggles.
Whether you're dealing with self-esteem issues, challenges at work, or difficulties in relationships, we’ll work together to understand what’s holding you back and begin meaningful change. This process takes courage and a willingness to grow — but it’s also deeply rewarding.
Clients seeking therapy can come as they are. It is my goal to have the education and tools to facilitate their process. I work with individual adults, teens, and children in a variety of areas, including mental health therapy, substance use disorder, EMDR trauma therapy, hypnotherapy, quitting smoking, phobias, and confidence. I have been a life coach and hypnotist since 2010, a substance use disorder counselor since 2017, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor.
Clients seeking therapy can come as they are. It is my goal to have the education and tools to facilitate their process. I work with individual adults, teens, and children in a variety of areas, including mental health therapy, substance use disorder, EMDR trauma therapy, hypnotherapy, quitting smoking, phobias, and confidence. I have been a life coach and hypnotist since 2010, a substance use disorder counselor since 2017, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor.
Are you looking for change or support in a stressful situation? I am a practical and compassionate therapist. I take a collaborative approach and build on your strengths to help you reach your goals. Many people who come to see me are dealing with challenges due to anxiety or depression.
Are you looking for change or support in a stressful situation? I am a practical and compassionate therapist. I take a collaborative approach and build on your strengths to help you reach your goals. Many people who come to see me are dealing with challenges due to anxiety or depression.
I work with tweens; adolescents; individuals; married, partnered, or same gender couples; families and 'dyads' in family systems.
I believe in the power of synergy! Collaborating together on your concerns, increases the potential for change. You are the expert of you and I am a facilitator of change. Together, we will work on an approach for moving through areas in your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, low self esteem or relationship challenges need a pro-active perspective. Identifying, eradicating and replacing your sources of pain with mindfulness and intentional balance will bring more joy into your life.
I work with tweens; adolescents; individuals; married, partnered, or same gender couples; families and 'dyads' in family systems.
I believe in the power of synergy! Collaborating together on your concerns, increases the potential for change. You are the expert of you and I am a facilitator of change. Together, we will work on an approach for moving through areas in your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, low self esteem or relationship challenges need a pro-active perspective. Identifying, eradicating and replacing your sources of pain with mindfulness and intentional balance will bring more joy into your life.
Your symptoms are not errors to be corrected; they are messages—forms of truth your conscious life can’t yet bear to speak. Our work begins exactly there. I practice from a Lacanian orientation, which means I listen not only for what you intend to say, but for what is said despite you. In that gap, something profoundly new can emerge.
I do not offer solutions, positive thinking, or techniques for becoming “better adjusted.” I offer a place where you can finally speak freely, without needing to hide your desire, your contradictions, your ambivalence, or your pain.
Your symptoms are not errors to be corrected; they are messages—forms of truth your conscious life can’t yet bear to speak. Our work begins exactly there. I practice from a Lacanian orientation, which means I listen not only for what you intend to say, but for what is said despite you. In that gap, something profoundly new can emerge.
I do not offer solutions, positive thinking, or techniques for becoming “better adjusted.” I offer a place where you can finally speak freely, without needing to hide your desire, your contradictions, your ambivalence, or your pain.
I have worked with individuals, families, and groups of a variety of ages, identities, and needs.
I'm not a stereotypical, rigid, "how do you feel about that?" kind of therapist. I'm a casual, quirky kind of therapist. I will show up authentically and welcome you to do the same. Are you into sarcasm, dark humor, or swearing? I'm here for it. Are you reserved, nervous, sensitive, shy, or tearful? I'm here for you, too! I believe therapy isn't just about the bad or difficult things - but all of who you are. I want our sessions to be a space for you to share your story, laugh, process, build skills, cry, problem-solve, vent, or just talk about what's on your mind. Therapy is whatever you want and need it to be!
I have worked with individuals, families, and groups of a variety of ages, identities, and needs.
I'm not a stereotypical, rigid, "how do you feel about that?" kind of therapist. I'm a casual, quirky kind of therapist. I will show up authentically and welcome you to do the same. Are you into sarcasm, dark humor, or swearing? I'm here for it. Are you reserved, nervous, sensitive, shy, or tearful? I'm here for you, too! I believe therapy isn't just about the bad or difficult things - but all of who you are. I want our sessions to be a space for you to share your story, laugh, process, build skills, cry, problem-solve, vent, or just talk about what's on your mind. Therapy is whatever you want and need it to be!
Our ideal client seeks a holistic approach to healing, navigating trauma, stress, and societal pressures. They desire wellness practices that honor their cultural identity, aiming for peace, resilience, and self-discovery. At Reviving Roots, they find a community and strategies rooted in a deep understanding of the Black experience, seeking to thrive mentally, physically, and spiritually.
Our ideal client seeks a holistic approach to healing, navigating trauma, stress, and societal pressures. They desire wellness practices that honor their cultural identity, aiming for peace, resilience, and self-discovery. At Reviving Roots, they find a community and strategies rooted in a deep understanding of the Black experience, seeking to thrive mentally, physically, and spiritually.
I have worked with families, adolescents and adults in several treatment centers that specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and substance use.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
I have worked with families, adolescents and adults in several treatment centers that specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and substance use.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
With compassion and an open heart and mind, I invite you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Using a holistic approach to wellness, we will assess all areas of your life - mind, body, heart, spirit - and determine if these feel integrated and fulfilling and reflect your true nature. While exploring, honoring, and releasing patterns that no longer serve and treating unresolved trauma, you will naturally reconnect with your true self and life will begin to unfold in the most beautiful ways.
With compassion and an open heart and mind, I invite you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Using a holistic approach to wellness, we will assess all areas of your life - mind, body, heart, spirit - and determine if these feel integrated and fulfilling and reflect your true nature. While exploring, honoring, and releasing patterns that no longer serve and treating unresolved trauma, you will naturally reconnect with your true self and life will begin to unfold in the most beautiful ways.
I use a variety of treatment types, including psychodynamic, experiential, cognitive behavioral, family systems, mindfulness and sex therapy.
I'm a licensed MFT and AASECT certified Sex Therapist, located in Minnesota and Arizona. I'll help you find grounded, positive approaches to shift your situation. 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. If fights with your partner go nowhere, your sex life is disappointing (or non-existent), you suffer with anxiety or depression, or you or your partner struggle with out of control sexual behavior or drug/alcohol use, I can help. I am engaged and active in sessions.
I use a variety of treatment types, including psychodynamic, experiential, cognitive behavioral, family systems, mindfulness and sex therapy.
I'm a licensed MFT and AASECT certified Sex Therapist, located in Minnesota and Arizona. I'll help you find grounded, positive approaches to shift your situation. 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. If fights with your partner go nowhere, your sex life is disappointing (or non-existent), you suffer with anxiety or depression, or you or your partner struggle with out of control sexual behavior or drug/alcohol use, I can help. I am engaged and active in sessions.
I love supporting women and nonbinary folks who are self-identified over-thinkers. I help people bridge the gap between mind and body and learn how to use both as a guide to break through stuck areas and places of stagnation. I help women reconnect to self-trust and gain clarity about how to build a more fulfilling life. I often help people heal from anxious or avoidant attachment styles to build the kinds of relationships they want. Sometimes this involves setting healthy boundaries and often this involves processing pain from the past.
I love supporting women and nonbinary folks who are self-identified over-thinkers. I help people bridge the gap between mind and body and learn how to use both as a guide to break through stuck areas and places of stagnation. I help women reconnect to self-trust and gain clarity about how to build a more fulfilling life. I often help people heal from anxious or avoidant attachment styles to build the kinds of relationships they want. Sometimes this involves setting healthy boundaries and often this involves processing pain from the past.
I believe most individuals are much stronger than they realize, and possess an inner wisdom and resilience from which they are currently disconnected. Life is hard. And it is perfectly normal to struggle with anxiety, depression, and stress when facing upheavals and transitions. Tremendous change and growth is often possible through adjustments in lifestyle and thinking patterns, and the tapping into inner resources that are presently underutilized.
I believe most individuals are much stronger than they realize, and possess an inner wisdom and resilience from which they are currently disconnected. Life is hard. And it is perfectly normal to struggle with anxiety, depression, and stress when facing upheavals and transitions. Tremendous change and growth is often possible through adjustments in lifestyle and thinking patterns, and the tapping into inner resources that are presently underutilized.
Whether that includes enhancing communication with your child, learning how to manage life's ups and downs, or building self-esteem, I will be here to offer my empathy, playfulness, and expertise on your family's path to healing.
Do you have concerns about your child’s developmental needs or differences? Are you feeling overwhelmed about how to best support your child, or unsure about where to start? If this describes you, know that you’re not alone. I will work collaboratively with you and your child to navigate the challenges of daily life, relationships, and parenting toward a more harmonious future.
Whether that includes enhancing communication with your child, learning how to manage life's ups and downs, or building self-esteem, I will be here to offer my empathy, playfulness, and expertise on your family's path to healing.
Do you have concerns about your child’s developmental needs or differences? Are you feeling overwhelmed about how to best support your child, or unsure about where to start? If this describes you, know that you’re not alone. I will work collaboratively with you and your child to navigate the challenges of daily life, relationships, and parenting toward a more harmonious future.
I work relationally and at depth, drawing from psychodynamic therapy and attachment-based approaches, with integration of AEDP, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and incorporation of 12-step principles in a non-prescriptive way.
You’ve built a meaningful life — career, stability, relationships — yet something inside feels harder to manage than it appears from the outside. You may be navigating stress, complicated patterns with food or alcohol, or relationship dynamics that repeat despite your insight and effort. Or you may simply sense that something in your internal world is asking for deeper attention.
I work relationally and at depth, drawing from psychodynamic therapy and attachment-based approaches, with integration of AEDP, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and incorporation of 12-step principles in a non-prescriptive way.
You’ve built a meaningful life — career, stability, relationships — yet something inside feels harder to manage than it appears from the outside. You may be navigating stress, complicated patterns with food or alcohol, or relationship dynamics that repeat despite your insight and effort. Or you may simply sense that something in your internal world is asking for deeper attention.
Our ideal clients are adults and older teens (16+) in the Minneapolis community who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, grief, trauma, or emotional exhaustion, often intensified by ongoing community stress or major life transitions. Many are high-functioning yet internally overwhelmed, depleted or disconnected. Some are exploring whether long-standing challenges may be related to ADHD. And couples who are seeking healthier communication, deeper connection, and a greater sense of emotional safety.
Our ideal clients are adults and older teens (16+) in the Minneapolis community who are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, grief, trauma, or emotional exhaustion, often intensified by ongoing community stress or major life transitions. Many are high-functioning yet internally overwhelmed, depleted or disconnected. Some are exploring whether long-standing challenges may be related to ADHD. And couples who are seeking healthier communication, deeper connection, and a greater sense of emotional safety.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.