Parenting Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
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Rachel Herr
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Evening Availability - We are currently accepting New Clients! 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.

Sharon Elizabeth Burris-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, NBC-HWC
Verified
Verified
My other specialties include extensive experience working with individuals who are dealing with chronic health conditions,
parent
counseling, postpartum depression, infertility, blended family challenges, relationship and work-related stress, caregiver burnout, and compassion fatigue.
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.

Hope Z White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
However, areas of special focus include
parent
development, adolescent development and mental health, couple's and family relationships, trauma, shame, regret and remorse, self esteem, addictions,
parenting
, life transitions, depression and anxiety.
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.

David Fredman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty is relationships and some of the most typical issues I help with are: Disconnection, Communication, Affairs, Trust, Intimacy, Money, Housework, Spirituality, and
Parenting
.
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.
Waitlist for new clients

Ana McRae
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Do you have questions about your child’s development? Are you tired and questioning yourself as a caregiver? Are you concerned by your child’s relationships and emotional wellbeing? I will partner with you to better understand your child and become more compassionate with yourself. I provide
parent
-child therapy, individual play therapy for young children (0-7), and individual therapy for adults struggling with caregiver burnout.

Sally Ankerfelt
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
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.
Not accepting new clients

Laurie Schlosser
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
Verified
Additional training: I am trained in SPACE, Supportive
Parenting
for Anxious Childhood Emotions.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, phobias or OCD? 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. I work individuals 8-24 years of age.

Amber Pone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have personal and professional experience in
parenting
children with neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism) and speciaI needs and enjoy helping families navigate these differences.
Therapy is a process of investigation and change, looking deeply at what works and what doesn't work. While some answers may lie in the past, you and I will work together to understand your life, relationships, and desire for change as they are right now. Change begins the moment you recognize the need for it. I have the skills, compassion, and desire to help you explore new possibilities and practice the change you want. Examples of issues I have worked with include depression and anxiety, infertility, life transitions, relationship difficulties,
parenting
, and family of origin and attachment issues.

Patricia Ann Lucas
Counselor, PhD, R-DMT, LPCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with pregnancy, birth issues, infant mental health, post-partum, and
parenting
.
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.

Emily Jane Gibbs
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My practice is centered around supporting individuals and couples at those tricky life stage transitions, and to support the development of a new rhythm of being, while integrating both their past and present identities as a person, partner, and
parent
. My approach to therapy is collaborative - where healing occurs within relational contexts. As I walk along side you, I attempt to remain rooted within a trauma informed, systems and attachment-based perspective.

Kaleidoscope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified
Verified
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.
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Karie Amstutz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified
Verified
There are times when life feels unbearable. Being off-balance mentally, emotionally, physically, socially, or spiritually makes it hard to be resilient and hopeful. My style is to be compassionate and direct in helping you unpack challenges such as living with ADHD, figure out relationship issues, manage
parenting
struggles, or transition to a new phase in life. I enjoy helping women of any age utilize their strengths to find hope and courage in redefining themselves to step into a higher level of their own power.

Allison Kay Peterson
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Whether you are the
parent
of a new child or a young adult,
parenting
is the most challenging and most rewarding role you take on everyday.
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.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr. Tanya Holthus
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, RPT, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi. I know you're ready for this. I see most everyone for most everything. 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/connection, 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 relationships. I also have a special place in my heart for people suffering with fertility issues.

Benjamin Dockter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As parents, it can be frustrating to feel like you've done everything in your power to help your child and are unable to come up with a solution. If this sounds like something you're going through, please reach out so that we can work together to find strategies to assist your child as they go through this journey. We can also address
parenting
strategies and stress management to help support you and your child's overall health. Together we can help your family write a story that's filled with resiliency, strength, forgiveness, and healing.
Waitlist for new clients

Katia R. Lopez-Petrovich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, NCC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Trained (Oregon)
Parenting
Management Trainning Prog.
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 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
.

Charles Richmond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.

Elizabeth Wagner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults find their courage and their calm, helping parents find the most effective
parenting
strategies, and helping families interact with more empathy and compassion.
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.
Not accepting new clients

Kate Rickord
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My education, training and clinical experience has focused on attachment, trauma & abuse (child & adult),
parenting
, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues and grief/loss.
In today's world, many of us feel bombarded by increasing demands, fewer resources, and interactions that leave us feeling unfulfilled. I provide a relationship and space of understanding, respect and learning. When working with adults, my approach is to explore together the areas in life that feel stuck, hopeless, or painful and create strategies towards fulfillment and improved wellbeing. My goal working with children/youth is for them to feel more grounded, safe, and secure, so they can experience the natural resilience and healing power of relationships and be connected to their whole self.

Krista A Mrozinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, IMH-E
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota and nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Child
Parent
Psychotherapy (CPP).
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.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.