Parenting Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

It is my experience that the fullest, most satisfying healing involves our whole person, mind, body, and spirit. By focusing on patterns of movement in the body as well as thinking, we work together to achieve your goals for therapy. A body based and energetic focus is often a new and effective way for people to resolve issues that only talking about them did not reach. I look for resistance and protective actions that no longer serve a person. I emphasize developing aliveness in the body, feeling joyful, free, and peace.

At the end of the day, relationships are what life is about, right? But what if your partner makes it difficult to have a fulfilling relationship? Perhaps there have been years of disconnection. Maybe you're not even sure if this relationship can work. Come in and let me share with you the latest research about relationships and what you need to do when your partner is being difficult in order to get more of what you want. Once you've done your part, we'll know what direction this relationship is going in.

My intention is to provide a safe, supportive environment within the therapeutic relationship. My philosophy is strengths-based and holistic: I believe people have the capacity for resilience, creativity and resourcefulness. My role is to help my clients get to that place of knowing this for themselves so they can move forward in their lives and thrive. I am trained in mindfulness-based-stress reduction, and I am a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach who has worked with a wide range of people on stress release, weight, exercise and nutrition. I am also a Licensed Clinical Independent Social Worker.

Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety? Is it impacting their happiness, friendships or school performance? I believe in supporting families and children with curiosity and compassion. I have extensive experience helping children and families develop strategies to help create insight, face their fears, increase awareness and develop healthier patterns. I use a strength based approach working with clients, CBT-ERP, as well as approaches based in Eastern Psychology such as yoga and mindfulness. I help my clients focus on growing their strengths and finding brave moments.

Life is difficult. Feeling better is possible. We all have the right and the ability to feel some peace and acceptance about our lives; the things we can control and the things we can not. We may often believe the negative thoughts we have (that we often make up) and act accordingly. You can change your life, your outlook and the way you think and feel about yourself and your relationships. I believe changes and growth occur when an individual is able to challenge their thoughts, examine their perspectives and learn how to be true to themselves.

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.

My goal is to help you manage the role of parenting in a supportive and non-judgmental environment, develop a more balanced family life and address emotional and behavioral concerns within your home. I am able to work with the individuals in your family as well as your family as a whole. In my work, I take a direct yet affirming approach in addressing complex emotional and behavioral concerns. I especially enjoy engaging families in developing effective communication and behavior management skills.

I am a passionate therapist who believes in the power of change. As a mother of two, a wife, a child development specialist and a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I, personally and professionally understand the highs and lows in parenting and relationships. Together, we will put the joy back into parenting , your partnership and in life! With over a decade of experience working with families, individuals and couples, I am able to help empower you, engage your children and build your relationships.

I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and specialize in healing trauma and helping people with many types of issues, including post-traumatic stress, attachment issues, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I am most passionate about helping people overcome relationships involving narcissistic abuse and strengthening parent -child attachment through parental coaching and Filial Play Therapy. I use an integrative approach of many modalities to fit the unique needs of each person.

My specialty areas include parenting , couples, adult individuals and adolescents. I help parents to see the mind behind their child's behaviors and empower them to parent through positive connection while maintaining structure. With couples I focus on fostering greater attunement and communication while also empowering each individual to bring the best part of themselves and advocate for what they desire in the relationship. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, low self-esteem, relationships concerns, life transitions, exploring spirituality and family of origin issues. I also see adolescents experiencing the struggles common to that stage of life.

Joy. It's what we're all searching for. Sometimes we need some help along the way to find it. Whether you are searching for joy for yourself, your child, or your family, I am here for you. Through a relational and compassionate approach I will help you uncover the strength and capacity that already exist within you and help you develop new skills allowing you to persevere, blossom, and thrive.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist/Bilingual Psychotherapist focused on providing a range of services for the community including Individual and Family Therapy for older Children, Adolescents and Adults. I am not only bilingual (Spanish Language) but fully bicultural as well. I have an experience of more of 15 years. My areas of clinical specialty are mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, abuse and neglect issues, attachment trauma, acculturation issues, women's issues, post-partum depression, infertility grief & loss, multicultural family adjustments and parenting .

In today's world, many of us feel bombarded by increasing demands, fewer resources and interactions that leave us feeling unfulfilled. The pressures placed upon us by society and ourselves can become a heavy burden to carry alone. I provide a relationship and place of understanding, respect and learning to help you better manage your feelings and thoughts. When working with adults, my approach is to explore together the areas in life that feel stuck, hopeless or painful and gain understanding how to move in a direction that is more fulfilling and helpful.

I believe in the value of relationships for health and healing, and I have a special interest in family relationships, parent -child relationships, depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions/adjustments, and grief and loss. I emphasize a strengths-based and trauma-informed philosophy that draws from family systems, experiential and narrative therapy to help people be who they want to be and live their lives the way they want to. People can expect a compassionate, safe, and authentic space to address the difficulties in their lives.

Most of us are doing our best. But the roles/stress we take on (and the roles/stress put upon us) can really have an impact. Although I welcome a range of client concerns, my passion is for helping adults who are struggling with the complex world of parenting , relationships, stress-management, and self-acceptance. If you are feeling overwhelmed or insecure as a parent , if you are overly stressed by life transitions, or otherwise stuck or feeling imbalanced, I'd love to walk beside you on your journey toward wellness.

I can help you. We all face moments where life breaks down. Where what we’ve always done no longer works, and we wake up tired, anxious, hurt, angry, numb. [Sometimes we suffer or despair. Sometimes we are just confused.] Or maybe you know that who you’ve been being isn’t who you are, & it’s frustrating because you can’t quite figure out how to just be yourself. As a result our relationships are impacted - we hurt or disappoint those we care about, even though we’re not trying to. We get burned out or stuck at work -no longer moving forward towards the life we dreamed. Relationships with family or partners change in unexpected ways

People are unique human beings with a long list of remarkable qualities. Sometimes though, we feel that we have qualities that we need to work on to be our better selves. I work with individuals to find those qualities and strengthen the ones we want to stay around. You may be a good fit for me if you: have ADHD, have children, are a family with adult children in the home, are a lifelong learner, are tired of looking at the positive side all the time, and willing to work on your problems in and out of therapy!

I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. I assist families and couples through therapeutic work and help support and repair opportunities to honor fulfilling relationships with themselves and their greater support networks. I take a holistic approach and strive to provide clients with proactive, integrative strategies to assist with mental health concerns.

You can grow through crisis and challenge! As a psychologist and family therapist I am interested in the family dynamics that have contributed to the issues my clients are facing. I'm especially interested in couples' issues because it's such a challenge to live with someone who inevitably brings up your issues. I'm a seasoned therapist, originally trained as a music therapist, who works with a wide range of issues from personal coaching to parenting , from depression/anxiety to spiritual growth. My view is that every crisis and difficult issue is an opportunity for personal growth.