Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I believe in providing compassionate therapeutic services to individuals or families who are feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges and seeking a path toward healing and growth. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions and want a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process their emotions. Their goal is to regain a sense of control, build resilience, and develop practical coping strategies to improve their well-being. They seek therapy because they are ready for change and need guidance in navigating their journey.
I believe in providing compassionate therapeutic services to individuals or families who are feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges and seeking a path toward healing and growth. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions and want a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process their emotions. Their goal is to regain a sense of control, build resilience, and develop practical coping strategies to improve their well-being. They seek therapy because they are ready for change and need guidance in navigating their journey.
Hi, my name is Angie Rudningen. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I approach therapy in a very client-centered way. I meet my clients where they are and focus on their strengths to help them achieve their goals. I do not tie myself to any one approach to therapy. Instead, I will blend elements from different approaches and tailor my treatment according to my client's needs.
Hi, my name is Angie Rudningen. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I approach therapy in a very client-centered way. I meet my clients where they are and focus on their strengths to help them achieve their goals. I do not tie myself to any one approach to therapy. Instead, I will blend elements from different approaches and tailor my treatment according to my client's needs.
Life can be hard and confusing; sometimes you just need someone in your corner. I specialize in depression, anxiety, change of life, trauma and self-improvement. I’m trained in EMDR and CBT but draw from other modalities as needed. Through empathy and trust we can build a relationship that will support you in reaching your goals, overcoming obstacles and embracing the best version of yourself. Complimentary phone consultations available- reach out to schedule!
Life can be hard and confusing; sometimes you just need someone in your corner. I specialize in depression, anxiety, change of life, trauma and self-improvement. I’m trained in EMDR and CBT but draw from other modalities as needed. Through empathy and trust we can build a relationship that will support you in reaching your goals, overcoming obstacles and embracing the best version of yourself. Complimentary phone consultations available- reach out to schedule!
Cheryl Dornfeld
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MA, SEP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
You may be new to therapy, looking for a change in therapy, or returning to therapy. You may be a college or grad student or in a life change. You may be struggling with feelings of shut down, disconnection, overwhelm & checked out (stuck on ‘off’; ‘dorsal vagal dominance’), or, the opposite, constriction, irritability, restlessness, hyper-alertness, & fear (stuck on ‘on’; ‘sympathetic arousal’). Wherever you are in your mental health, you may also be passionate, committed, perceptive, & caring. Positive shifts & meaningful healing are possible with therapeutic work that integrates the body, along with the mind, emotions, & spirit.
You may be new to therapy, looking for a change in therapy, or returning to therapy. You may be a college or grad student or in a life change. You may be struggling with feelings of shut down, disconnection, overwhelm & checked out (stuck on ‘off’; ‘dorsal vagal dominance’), or, the opposite, constriction, irritability, restlessness, hyper-alertness, & fear (stuck on ‘on’; ‘sympathetic arousal’). Wherever you are in your mental health, you may also be passionate, committed, perceptive, & caring. Positive shifts & meaningful healing are possible with therapeutic work that integrates the body, along with the mind, emotions, & spirit.
Have you wanted to talk about gender and explore your sexual orientation with someone who understands? As a queer, poly, nonbinary transmasc, Kat found that sharing space with other LGBTQIA+ people helped them better understand and navigate their world. Our identities and feeling connection matter. Therefore, he believes in making representation and community care an active focus in working with youth, adults, families, and couples/polycules. He understands that even in his community, everyone’s experience is unique; his goal is to meet you where you're at, actively listen to your goals, and collaborate together to meet them.
Have you wanted to talk about gender and explore your sexual orientation with someone who understands? As a queer, poly, nonbinary transmasc, Kat found that sharing space with other LGBTQIA+ people helped them better understand and navigate their world. Our identities and feeling connection matter. Therefore, he believes in making representation and community care an active focus in working with youth, adults, families, and couples/polycules. He understands that even in his community, everyone’s experience is unique; his goal is to meet you where you're at, actively listen to your goals, and collaborate together to meet them.
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.
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.
My focus in therapy is to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-discovery and a greater capacity for change. I tend to use a relational style with curiosity, humor, and compassion to support people in understanding and coping with mental health symptoms, learning better communication skills in relationships, and exploring patterns and their origins. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, and particularly enjoy working with those seeking support for anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and identity development, including LGBTQ+ identities, as a queer person myself.
My focus in therapy is to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-discovery and a greater capacity for change. I tend to use a relational style with curiosity, humor, and compassion to support people in understanding and coping with mental health symptoms, learning better communication skills in relationships, and exploring patterns and their origins. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, and particularly enjoy working with those seeking support for anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and identity development, including LGBTQ+ identities, as a queer person myself.
Building relationships and trust are at the heart of Carley's practice, and she believes everyone has unique and resilient qualities that can be tapped into, especially during difficult times in life. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. Carley’s professional philosophy is framed within a holistic approach to treatment. She helps clients integrate the mind/body and gain a sense of cognitive and emotional balance.
Building relationships and trust are at the heart of Carley's practice, and she believes everyone has unique and resilient qualities that can be tapped into, especially during difficult times in life. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. Carley’s professional philosophy is framed within a holistic approach to treatment. She helps clients integrate the mind/body and gain a sense of cognitive and emotional balance.
Porsche Peak Gordin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55406
No code switching over here, no holding back over here, no showing up as half of your true self. You are entitled to having a therapist who strives to really see and understand you. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or are a concerned friend or family member, having an outside perspective can make all the difference. I have spent the last 10 years connecting with people, talking through and solving problems and being a voice of reason when things seem unmanageable or out of control. I have your back!
No code switching over here, no holding back over here, no showing up as half of your true self. You are entitled to having a therapist who strives to really see and understand you. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or are a concerned friend or family member, having an outside perspective can make all the difference. I have spent the last 10 years connecting with people, talking through and solving problems and being a voice of reason when things seem unmanageable or out of control. I have your back!
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have an expertise in evaluating and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, current life stressors and transitions, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also have specialized training and experience in working with mental health issues across the female lifecycle, chronic illness, and pain. Before moving to Minnesota, I served as faculty at Weill Cornell Medical Center and Columbia University Medical Center in New York and Case Western School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have an expertise in evaluating and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, current life stressors and transitions, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also have specialized training and experience in working with mental health issues across the female lifecycle, chronic illness, and pain. Before moving to Minnesota, I served as faculty at Weill Cornell Medical Center and Columbia University Medical Center in New York and Case Western School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.
Do you find yourself wishing your life was different in some way, but you're unsure of how to get there? Are you struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, sadness, or cope with the stressors of everyday life? Perhaps you need someone to hear you, walk beside you, help shed light on a new perspective, motivate you, help you manage difficult emotions, or to help you make positive behavioral changes. I would be honored to be that person for you and am confident I could help you get to where you want to be.
Do you find yourself wishing your life was different in some way, but you're unsure of how to get there? Are you struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, sadness, or cope with the stressors of everyday life? Perhaps you need someone to hear you, walk beside you, help shed light on a new perspective, motivate you, help you manage difficult emotions, or to help you make positive behavioral changes. I would be honored to be that person for you and am confident I could help you get to where you want to be.
Meet Our Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
Well, hi there! My name is LaShai (La-shay) Pfeifer and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in MN and ND, and a Licensed Master Addiction Counselor in ND. I offer compassionate, client-centered counseling with a focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, and personal growth.
Well, hi there! My name is LaShai (La-shay) Pfeifer and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in MN and ND, and a Licensed Master Addiction Counselor in ND. I offer compassionate, client-centered counseling with a focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, and personal growth.
Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed? Does guilt stop you from prioritizing yourself or "no" to requests? From the outside, you look composed and professional. You excel at your job, manage your home life, and maintain relationships. On the inside, you struggle with stress, self-doubt, and fear of disappointing others. You feel empty and hopeless that you’ll ever find energy again. You numb, shut down, and turn to mindless habits like scrolling TikTok for hours. Small irritations lead to not feeling good enough. Resentment creeps in. It’s exhausting. You feel like you're just existing, not really living the life you want.
Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed? Does guilt stop you from prioritizing yourself or "no" to requests? From the outside, you look composed and professional. You excel at your job, manage your home life, and maintain relationships. On the inside, you struggle with stress, self-doubt, and fear of disappointing others. You feel empty and hopeless that you’ll ever find energy again. You numb, shut down, and turn to mindless habits like scrolling TikTok for hours. Small irritations lead to not feeling good enough. Resentment creeps in. It’s exhausting. You feel like you're just existing, not really living the life you want.
My clients are successful, functioning, and used to holding things together on their own. They are looking for a place where they can breathe and have permission to not be figured out. My clients want to dig deep into the “whys” underneath their thoughts or behaviors. We’ll work to give you tools to address the exacerbation of your symptoms, but will also explore the “root system” underneath your concerns to understand how we got to where you are. I love creating space for folks to make new connections, to let go of past now-unhelpful narratives, and move forward with greater knowledge, trust, and reliance on themselves.
My clients are successful, functioning, and used to holding things together on their own. They are looking for a place where they can breathe and have permission to not be figured out. My clients want to dig deep into the “whys” underneath their thoughts or behaviors. We’ll work to give you tools to address the exacerbation of your symptoms, but will also explore the “root system” underneath your concerns to understand how we got to where you are. I love creating space for folks to make new connections, to let go of past now-unhelpful narratives, and move forward with greater knowledge, trust, and reliance on themselves.
If you're here because your past traumas are creeping up on you, what you show the world doesn't align with what's on the inside, or your anxiety/depression has depleted you---I want to work with you. You might be someone who has a hard time asking for help, so the fact that you're even thinking about getting it is a big step. Sometimes, we just need a therapist to guide us along our path to feeling better. I want you to feel equipped to handle life’s ever-changing ups and downs, and to be able to do it with a sense of purpose, stability, and self-awareness.
If you're here because your past traumas are creeping up on you, what you show the world doesn't align with what's on the inside, or your anxiety/depression has depleted you---I want to work with you. You might be someone who has a hard time asking for help, so the fact that you're even thinking about getting it is a big step. Sometimes, we just need a therapist to guide us along our path to feeling better. I want you to feel equipped to handle life’s ever-changing ups and downs, and to be able to do it with a sense of purpose, stability, and self-awareness.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Let’s be honest – life is moving faster and getting more stressful by the minute. The thought of finding the time or motivation to do anything about it, though, is a funny joke. So the cycle continues: you keep going to the same job, staying in the same relationship, and putting up with others' expectations. You're stressed, frustrated, and depressed. You find that your thoughts are distracting you, your body is tense, and you snap at everyone and everything. You can't even catch a decent night's sleep! You sometimes even argue with yourself because you "should" be happy with everything you have. So what gives?
Let’s be honest – life is moving faster and getting more stressful by the minute. The thought of finding the time or motivation to do anything about it, though, is a funny joke. So the cycle continues: you keep going to the same job, staying in the same relationship, and putting up with others' expectations. You're stressed, frustrated, and depressed. You find that your thoughts are distracting you, your body is tense, and you snap at everyone and everything. You can't even catch a decent night's sleep! You sometimes even argue with yourself because you "should" be happy with everything you have. So what gives?
I have current openings for both in-person and telehealth appointments. Being willing to work on bettering yourself takes a lot of bravery and hard work. I am here to help you along this journey. To support, validate, and lift you up. To help you gain a better understanding of yourself. To teach healthy ways of coping with life’s hardships. To encourage you when things are tough, and hope seems lost. To challenge you to do, think, and feel different as you work towards having a life that feels worth living.
I have current openings for both in-person and telehealth appointments. Being willing to work on bettering yourself takes a lot of bravery and hard work. I am here to help you along this journey. To support, validate, and lift you up. To help you gain a better understanding of yourself. To teach healthy ways of coping with life’s hardships. To encourage you when things are tough, and hope seems lost. To challenge you to do, think, and feel different as you work towards having a life that feels worth living.
Hi my name is Galen DeReu and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) and I am based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults 18+ and specialize in addiction, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life transitions. I work with my clients to identify which approach would be most beneficial to their unique needs. My most commonly used approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to learn how to cope with symptoms and begin the healing process.
Hi my name is Galen DeReu and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) and I am based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults 18+ and specialize in addiction, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life transitions. I work with my clients to identify which approach would be most beneficial to their unique needs. My most commonly used approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to learn how to cope with symptoms and begin the healing process.
Now accepting new clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a person-centered, systems-based approach, committed to helping my clients build a stronger connection with themselves and their environment. While we cannot always change our circumstances, I believe therapy offers an opportunity to explore and gain insight into thought patterns, emotions, and environmental influences and develop practical coping strategies. I believe this approach helps individuals connect with themselves and their surroundings in a way that promotes balance and contentment.
Now accepting new clients. I work with children, adolescents, and adults using a person-centered, systems-based approach, committed to helping my clients build a stronger connection with themselves and their environment. While we cannot always change our circumstances, I believe therapy offers an opportunity to explore and gain insight into thought patterns, emotions, and environmental influences and develop practical coping strategies. I believe this approach helps individuals connect with themselves and their surroundings in a way that promotes balance and contentment.
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