Depression Therapists in Minnetonka, MN
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Mary L Hendrickson
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
Verified
Reaching out for help can be a difficult step. Finding a good fit with a therapist is important. My therapuetic style is to provide you a empathic, respectful and confidential relationship where you feel listened to and understood. I specifically work with adults in my private practice. I treat many symptoms, but most frequently
depression
and anxiety. As a Doctoral Clinical Psychologist with years of clinical training and experience, I can offer you a relationship where we can work together to understand you and assist you with your therapeutic goals.
Tracy Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My training and experience have prepared me to work with clients experiencing, anxiety,
depression
, trauma, suicidality, self-harm, grief, gender identity, body image, relational issues, and life transitions.
We each have unique experiences, challenges, and strengths that shape how we move through the world. Whatever your daily challenges, silent struggles, and unseen battles are, I am committed to walking with you through life's journey. I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to accompany you as you move forward towards becoming your best self. I believe my role as a therapist is to work collaboratively with you to meet your unique goals. I take a systemic, emotionally focused, and attachment-based approach to therapy.
Not accepting new clients
Alecia Viera
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
Verified
I believe there are many paths to healing and I enjoy discovering together what is most helpful. I utilize a client-centered approach with a holistic lens. I work to create a comfortable place for my clients to connect with themselves, experiment, and grow. I have a calming, warm approach with clients and tailor therapy to each individual and their particular needs. I enjoy working with adolescents (16 and above) and adults. I work with eating disorders,
depression
, anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD, LGBTQIA, low self esteem, and grief and loss.
Max Stoltenberg
Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, my name is Max and I have worked as a licensed counselor for the past 20 years. The focus of my work is to help people develop the skills and use the tools they need to overcome anxiety,
depression
, and trauma. I value helping people befriend their mind and their body. What allows change is space. Space to be. Space to be heard. Space to be free. I use my experience with somatic and parts work to help people make space inside themselves for their thoughts, feelings, and actions. Through these exercises, it allows them to have room for a new chapter of healing.
Mindfully Healing
Counselor
Verified
Verified
Mindfully Healing is a group practice of mental health clinicians who are committed to helping you overcome a variety of life's challenges through connection, education, and effective professional services. Our group of therapists are available to see adults, teens, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety,
depression
, personality disorders, parenting concerns, co-parenting, panic attacks, school issues, relationship issues, family communication, grief, life transitions, conflict management, parent/teen conflict, and anger management.
Richard Kofsky, Ph.D., L.P.
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals, couples and families who are having feelings such as
depression
, anxiety, anger and grief. Creating an atmosphere that is both safe and challenging, I help clients gain a perspective that allows them to be clearer about themselves, their interaction with others and their personal and professional direction. I also specialize in consulting and coaching with business leaders and their organizations.
With encouragement, support and genuine concern for my clients, I use all the tools I've gathered through 25 years of professional training and experience to facilitate this process.
Marsha Molinari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I am trained to help those with a variety of life problems including;
depression
, anxiety, grief, loss and separation, self-esteem issues, family, parenting and/or relationship issues, physical and sexual abuse, anger management and substance use issues.
By combining a back-ground in nursing, psychology and social work, my goal is to help individuals achieve a greater sense of physical, emotional and spiritual well being. I provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals and couples who want to explore issues that may be contributing to their feelings of being stuck or dissatisfied with their way of being. I view the therapy process as a joint venture between myself and the client. I believe that every individual has the capacity to answer their own questions by drawing from their own inner wisdom.
Clare N Buntrock
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
People don't come for therapy until symptoms, like
depression
and anxiety are causing great sufferring.
Psychotherapy is simply a conversation designed to help you understand yourself more completely. Rather than providing answers, it helps you identify what is interfering with your ability to live in a satisfying way. I have helped people sufferring from
depression
, anxiety, and relationship problems - even when previous attempts at treatment have failed. Meaningful change is possible in an environment of mutual respect and safety, where you can tell your own story at your own pace. I work with both individuals and couples.
Lisa Wald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
For adolescents and adults in the midst of transition, loss or difficulty, finding real help can seem like a dicey proposition. Often people find themselves
depressed
, anxious, numb or lost, but might feel too ashamed to let others know the extent of their growing unhappiness. Many try to manage their worry in secret, only transmitting their distress after their work/school performance slips, they self-harm or start to abuse chemicals. Family and friends may actively worry about them, but not know how to start the conversation or how to get their loved one help.
Susan Lieberman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I work with adolescents and adults facing a range of issues such as anxiety,
depression
, relationship struggles, grief, loss and transitional stressors.
Life can create great challenges that are difficult to cope with alone. As a therapist, I create an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space for growth and healing. Who you are and what you have experienced are unique, and so will your path to healing. Whether it is a specific problem in your life, a deeper issue that impacts your relationships or if you are uncertain about your goals, I will work with you to develop strategies for growth and change.
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Brooke A Topalof
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether you're faced with relationship concerns or individual issues, I will help you work through them. I believe you have the answers within you and my role is to help you tap into them. You know yourself best but sometimes it's hard to sort through problems, especially when they're causing stress or
depression
. I use a collaborative approach to counseling and teach clients strategies to improve their outlook on life. The duration of therapy will depend on the goals identified and your motivation to make changes. I will walk alongside you and encourage your progress without pressuring.
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Debbie Locketz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in treatment for anxiety,
depression
, stress management, times of transition, relationships and low self esteem.
I have provided over 15 years of social, emotional, and mental health services to teens, emerging adults and adults who are struggling with life transitions, managing relationships, school concerns, life balance, anxiety and
depression
and feeling overwhelmed. I believe this is part of life and it is okay to ask for support. Together we will build on your strengths and natural capacity for growth. Clients describe me as a therapist who listens, genuinely cares and validates their experience while helping them move past the thoughts, behaviors and feelings that are negatively impacting their lives.
Amanda Hohag
Counselor, MS, LPCC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals (16+) to explore and address anxiety, stress,
depression
, life transitions, self-esteem, grief/loss, family dynamics, and relational concerns.
Therapy is a unique opportunity to explore ourselves, & how we relate to others, in an intentional way. I’ve been providing therapy in private practice for 12+ years & believe a supportive therapeutic relationship is the foundation for a meaningful therapy experience. You can expect compassion, curiosity, & even humor to be a part of our work together. I love to support clients in both symptom reduction, as well as improved wellness & a better sense of self. I work with high achievers who are not used to taking time and space for their own care - college students, parents, executives, helping professions, etc.
Scott Guldseth
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have worked with people suffering from
depression
, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, sexual issues, personality disorders, and many more.
I know no one who is "accidentally" in counseling or therapy. Thus, this step and this choice is often quite difficult. I embrace building rapport with my clients in a way that allows us to engage in a collaboration of unique, innovative and effective techniques to overcome the challenges, problems and/or difficulties they are facing, whether in their social, personal, or business life. I take pride in listening to my clients and trying to provide them thoughtful tools they can use long after our sessions are complete.
Julie De Wilde
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Do you find yourself discouraged with the demands of life or with not finding healthy relationships? Do you feel alone with the circumstances in your life? I specialize in working with
depression
, anxiety, chronic health, chronic pain, grief, abuse, trauma, autism, ADHD, mental illness, marriage issues, and parenting.
Jill Magnuson
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced Licensed Psychologist with an extensive background providing counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My primary specialities include
depression
, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, life transition, relationship issues, and grief and loss. My therapeutic approach is eclectic with a cognitive behavioral and DBT foundation. I am trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy which I use to address a multitude of mental health symptoms in addition to trauma. I continue to be privileged to work with people who seek to improve the quality of their life and find peace, confidence and strength within themselves.
Anna Schupp
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have helped clients with various issues including
depression
, anxiety, relationship problems, and life change.
Are you contemplating therapy? Asking yourself if you really need it? The decision to participate in therapy is very personal and rarely straightforward. The majority of clients I work with are competent, well-functioning individuals who are struggling in some way or are feeling dissatisfied, unhappy, or stuck. Whether it's regarding a past experience, your everyday life, your relationship, fears about the future, or something more devastating or extraordinary, therapy can help.
Sara Biewen
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified
Verified
Some of which includes:
depression
, anxiety, grief and loss, pregnancy/postpartum, marital problems, work stress, mental illness, life transitions, childhood issues and chemical use.
I have been providing adult individual, couples and group therapy for over 20 years. I listen carefully to address the individual concerns of each client and I incoorperate the whole person, emotions, body, mind and spiritual support to therapy. My gentleness and sense of hope helps clients feel safe and open up to learnng about themsleves to make the changes they desire. Clients tell me that they feel that care about them and help them in many areas of their life - developing life long coping tools.
Life Skills Institute and Clinic
Psychologist, EdD, LP
Verified
Verified
I offer many therapy options including: cognitive behavioral, supportive, mindfulness, EMDR, brainspotting, brain entrainment, relaxation and natural methods for
depression
and anxiety.
My goal is to assist you in learning life skills to thrive and find meaning, joy and love. Our clinic has a warm, supportive environment enabling you to learn more deeply how to live these skills and create a life that makes a "world of difference". We will work together holistically to emphasize your individual positive strengths drawn on for the healing process. These approaches work well for coordinated treatment with other medical providers and professionals (examples: MD's, psychiatrist, chiropractors, massage therapists).
Not accepting new clients
Alison Raman Certified Eating Disorders Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, CEDS
Verified
Verified
I specialize helping individuals recover from eating disorders, body image dissatisfaction, addictive exercise and related mental health concerns such as trauma, OCD, anxiety and
depression
.
Healing immensely personal, often secret and shameful struggles with body hate, bingeing, purging, restricting, and other related behaviors takes courage and commitment. You may want to change, or have begun the recovery process, but also feel ambivalent and fearful about how and what it means to recover. If this resonates, you are not alone. Recovery is possible and finding peace with food, mind, and body is worth the arduous journey-whether this is your first attempt at treatment or you have completed multiple treatments. I also help caregivers in their role supporting a loved one with an eating disorder.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.