Therapists in Northfield, MN

Greetings! In my work as a psychotherapist, I stand along side individuals who are struggling with anxiety spectrum disorders (including trauma-related disorders), mood disorders, difficulty with regulating emotion and/or tolerating distress, marital or relationship concerns, disordered eating, infertility, and chronic health issues. I believe the therapy relationship is a critical part of healing, which is supported by years of research. You can expect me to work with you in developing approaches to healing that fit your needs, comfort level and strengths.

I specialize in college students struggling with ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, isolation/loneliness, and/or low self worth. I work best with people that have felt "missed", misjudged, or marginalized and have internalized an unhealthy pattern of self-criticism. Your transformation and healing in therapy will come through consistently and compassionately improving your relationship with yourself. You need to be willing to face all your emotions (yes, even the unpleasant ones), embrace your vulnerability, and reconnect with a strong sense of self worth and belonging.

There are times in our lives when we can feel lost, without anchor, and alone. These sensations can be motivated by anxiety, major life transition/stressors, or trauma. During these times, we need to be able to find meaning in our lives, and create and access connections that allow us to be the vulnerable and authentic people we are.

I work collaboratively with my clients to define and explore the things they want to change. Most of my clients come to therapy because something in their lives isn't working anymore. They want to let go of old habits and deepen their sense of well-being. I help my clients build skills that create the conditions for growth. These skills, practiced over time, allow my clients to connect more deeply with themselves and others, and move more purposefully into the lives they choose. My goal is to facilitate my clients' movement beyond symptom relief to real and lasting change.

I have over a quarter century of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. My goals in therapy are: to listen with care and compassion, to help people understand the factors causing stress, and to equip people to make lasting changes. I have extensive experience in working with couples and families.

Immediate openings for online therapy! I specialize in helping college students who feel they are not “enough” or should be different or perfect. They often feel invisible, unappreciated, and end up in "toxic" relationships. Do you give your kindness and compassion to others but not yourself? If you're willing to feel all the feelings and be vulnerable, you can challenge the "shoulds" in your mind and learn to accept and celebrate your authentic self. You can correct unhealthy relationship patterns (even with yourself), assert good boundaries, and practice self-compassion. Life is hard enough without you being so hard on yourself!

I offer individual counseling (Ages 16+) to those seeking help managing day to day stress, life transitions, anxiety disorders, ADHD symptoms, and mood disorders. In addition, I offer mental skills training consultations (self-pay) to athletes, coaches, and performers of various ages and levels. My work is centered around improving emotional and mental well-being, performance, and personal enjoyment. My specialized training in counseling and sport psychology allows me to help individuals from various backgrounds and experiences in and outside of sport.

I have a deep passion for sitting with people during their darkest times to uncover their truths and strengths that lie within. We all need help along our journeys and it takes great courage to reach out. I see safety as key to healing and strive to provide that sense of safety to every client that I work with so that we are able to work towards solutions. Together, we will build more meaning, connection, intimacy, and hope in your life. I affirm the dignity, value, and worth of all clients and promote an atmosphere of openness, security, and respect.

You are feeling alone and overwhelmed. You are anxious and the negative thoughts in your head are becoming louder and more difficult to control. Your sleep is poor and when you wake you feel tired already. You want help from a holistic perspective. I will teach you how to manage your mind and your nervous system so that you can function better during the day and sleep well at night. I will help you heal the root causes of your anxiety. Your relationships and your health will improve. A "fresh look" look at your difficulties might bring hope into a situation that you have considered to be hopeless.

My practice is devoted to helping people feel calmer, lighter, and more at peace with their emotions. I help people understand themselves better and form more rewarding, less painful relationships with themselves and with others. We do this together within the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship where you can work though difficult feelings and experiences and practice new skills. I have been trained in a variety of approaches and draw upon them based on your specific needs and what I think may be most effective. I welcome ongoing feedback to make sure that our work together remains focused and satisfying.

I've worked in a variety of settings over the years: in schools, community mental health, in home therapy, pregnant and parenting youth programs, grief/hospice, inpatient/residential/outpatient eating disorder treatment and college counseling. In these settings I've been fortunate to work with clients at different stages of life and circumstance. I also consult with parents who are preparing to launch their young adult to college, as this can be a confusing, challenging and emotional time for all. Additionally, I'm certified in Prepare/Enrich, working with engaged and married couples in strengthening their relationship.

If you’re struggling with negative self-talk, anxiety, body image distress or just feeling off, therapy can help you find your footing, gain skills and clarity moving forward. You might be self critical, feeling insecure and cannot stop the negative cycle of thinking and behaving. In therapy you will learn more about what is getting in your way, what resources you have and new skills to navigate your journey. Therapy is a gift to yourself and others and allows you to live in alignment with your values. It creates ripple effects, touching your life in unexpected ways.

Movement is important to me. I believe that when we feel stuck and unfulfilled it can interrupt the way we move through our life. I am passionate about teaching individuals. I strive to cheer you on your path to growth and help you learn how to manage challenging life circumstances through improving relationships by reducing anxiety and stress that comes along with this process. My hope is to be your guide by utilizing evidence-based practices to help you manage challenging life circumstances, reduce anxiety and stress, and accept the past so that it doesn’t continue to influence your future.

Are you feeling down, anxious, angry or unhappy? My philosophy is that "Life is too short" and for all the bad there is just as much good. Therapy helps one to start finding the good in life and making the necessary changes for that to happen. It is about learning new skills and trying on new ways of living. I feel that as a therapist I become a coach, cheerleader, supporter and confidant. You have already taken the hardest step and that is to admit that there is a problem and to seek help. I look forward to the Journey.

My ideal client is one that is seeking support to find the right balance in their life. Someone who may struggle with depression, anxiety, identity issues and is seeking a clearer path forward away from their discomfort. Together we can work to unravel the areas where you need support. We can find holistic solution oriented treatment approaches that best fit your needs.

We have three options for working together. (1) If you are seeking or coping with big life changes, I offer counseling for support and building resilience. (2) If something within you is changing or you seek to change yourself, I offer psychotherapy for exploring depths beneath everyday awareness to guide your growth. (3) If you are looking deep into and beyond your circumstances and yourself, I offer contemplative companionship as you explore the likes of great mysteries, meaningful existence, and spiritual practice. — Most of my work is with people in midlife, when these three types of inner work often call for equal attention.

I focus on clients navigating a difficult time in their lives, whether that is infertility, infidelity, divorce, or realizing that they have a history of spiritual trauma or sexual abuse to heal from. I have a particular affinity for people who are navigating a Dark Night of the Soul, sometimes thought of as an existential crisis. My ideal client is looking to heal and move through difficult times by exploring deeply into their issues, challenges, and traumas.

At some point in life, nearly all of us feel something is out of balance. This can cause significant distress and be emotionally painful. In an atmosphere of acceptance and trust, we'll explore where it hurts, what is out of balance, and the root causes of emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, grief, and suffering. We’ll work together to address your symptoms, gain deeper awareness and understanding about yourself, and find greater meaning in your life. Just as our physical body has an innate propensity towards growth and healing, I believe we have an innate potential towards emotional growth and healing within us as well.

By reading this, you're already taking a step toward what you want. Maybe this is your first time, or you've had some difficult experiences in the past. Maybe your experiences were helpful and you're ready to take another step. Therapy is about relationship - my first goal is to create a safe space, open to all, free from judgement, where you can first build safety and support, and then move into learning, change and growth. I work with your values and beliefs to improve self awareness, make the most of yourself and your life.