BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Plymouth, MN

I am passionate about helping people live an authentic life free of the suffering that comes from trauma, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. I use a variety of modalities to determine how your past has defined and directed your life so that together we can create a new narrative for healthy living. If you want to get beyond the pain and begin to live life more fully, I would feel honored to work with you in this transformation.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in my home office in Plymouth. I was Initially trained in the Bay Area and I've been practicing in the Twin Cities since 2000, a sole practitioner since 2002. At this time I specialize in working with individuals working through grief, complex trauma, & Anxiety. I work with many artists from different disciplines. I earned a certification from UC Berkley in Art Therapy. I also specialize in working with highly sensitive individuals. Although it is not my current focus, I have much experience with couples work, children and anger management.

Reaching out for help can be a difficult and uncomfortable thing to do. If you're questioning whether or not you're ready to start therapy, you're not alone. My primary goal is to meet you where you are at and not judge or work on trying to change who you are. We start from wherever you want to start and move towards. Whether that is to work through stressful transitions and relationships, or better understanding yourself, my aim is to make you feel heard and feel safe to process.

I believe that therapy can greatly help with coping skills, with dealing with long- standing problems; and with stress and pain management. During COVID, many people have been focused on day to day issues relating to depression, anxiety, and PTSD; and are trying to cope with these in the best possible way. All types of mood disorders, anxiety, chronic pain and illness, and transitions feel more pressing. Some months I have not been able to accept new patients due to high demand for services and a full waiting list; other months I am able to accept 1-2 new patients.

Like everyone, I have multiple roles and identities that intersect and inform my work. I’m a proud female business owner, mom, boss, wife, friend, psychologist and so much more. I lead by example by authentically showing up, being transparent, and inspiring growth, learning, and humility. I’m honored to get to work with such an incredible group of professionals and look forward to our continued growth of our team knowing we’re creating an unparalleled professional experience while supporting thousands of people in our community.

My goal as a therapist is to help you build a better relationship with yourself and accept your own emotions as you experience them. I value trust and honesty in hopes of making therapy a positive and healing experience.

As a human navigating this ever-changing world, it is my belief that we each hold knowledge, power, and peace within ourselves. However, it is fair to say that we don't always feel this way. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, shame, depression, life change, and trauma. My therapeutic goal is to hold space for you, support you, and help you enrich your life. I am committed to social justice and believe that systemic dynamics influence a person's mental health. I continually strive to have a validating space for all identities, and I advocate for anti-oppression on both community and systemic platforms.

MN Counseling and Couples Center specializes in marriage, couples, relationship counseling, and sex therapy; including sex/porn addiction. We see adults and couples who are struggling in their marriage, relationship or sex life. Our goals are to help you better understand your situation, learn new skills, heal, rebuild and find hope.We offer Discernment Counseling for couples on the brink of divorce and want to take another look at the relationship before making a decision to divorce. We provide EMDR Therapy to heal from traumatic experiences such as abuse, rejection, abandonment, accidents, catastrophic events or medical trauma.

***Please note that I am currently not taking new clients***I absolutely love what I do. I count it as an honor and privilege to be able to sit with my clients and talk about the deeper and bigger things in life. I like to work collaboratively with my clients and look at the big picture to see what is possible for their lives. I like to work with clients who are stuck but motivated, down but hopeful, anxious but brave, who are creative, and committed to their own care.

I've helped many clients work through difficult challenges they're facing and would like to help you too. I have a very straight forward, assertive and somewhat irreverent communication style. We work hard, bravely dig as deep as we need to and have some belly laughs along the way. My clients appreciate how real and raw it can get, they feel free to share the good, bad and the ugly. If you're ready to be a good student I am a good teacher = Let's roll up our sleeves?!

Do you find yourself wondering if there are ways to live a healthier life? Have healthier relationships? Looking for balance and support in using more positive coping skills on a daily basis? I enjoy providing professional, confidential, compassionate, creative therapy services for adults and adolescents to help people improve and strengthen their lives and relationships. I use a positive, strength-based, whole person approach to help clients through their life journey while feeling honored to walk the walk with them.

Are you using unhealthy coping mechanisms to deal with your anxiety and/or depression? Increasingly, the pressures of life, complicated relationships, traumatic events which are or feel beyond our control are leading us to problematic emotional states. Frequently, negative emotions such as shame, anger or hatred, or envy and jealousy, link to negative self-talk, dictating our feelings, thoughts and actions. I find it is usually helpful to apply a holistic approach, working with the mind/body connection which counsels attention to the present moment rather than dwelling in the past or obsessing about the future.

I am licensed in both Mental Health and Addiction Counseling specializing in helping individuals and families who struggle with mental health and/or addiction issues. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress from relationships, parenting, work, significant loss, or struggling with addiction or recovery, I can help. My style is to provide you with a supportive, confidential, non-judgmental space regardless of the issues, and help you discover your strengths to find meaningful solutions. I currently meet with clients both in person and via Telehealth.

The journey to emotional health begins with discovering and nurturing the authentic self. When we make choices that are inconsistent with who we are, our ability to participate in life, to love and work is compromised. This can often lead to avoiding the things that truly matter to us causing us to feel depressed or anxious. When this happens, we tend to avoid more. And the cycle continues. In my work, I help clients (ages 16+) re-engage with life focusing on their values and what matters most to them.

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).

Greetings!! If you are struggling with abuse, fears, relationship issues or troubling habits , we may be the right choice for you. Growth often begins when you find yourself stuck in a place of pain or frustration. When you are there, it is hard to see a happy outcome. However, with wise counsel, hope returns. And trust in your own wisdom can give rise to creative solutions which were not evident before. Trust your spirit and wisdom to lead the way to a successful future. My Mission: Provide personalized, efficient, solution-oriented, treatment to get you back on Your Life's Journey.

There are times when the loneliness of depression, the fear of anxiey or the hopelessness of grief lead us to believe that change is not possible. I believe change is possible. Whether you are experiencing difficulty at work, school, or in your relationships, I will assist you in developing healthy coping skills that will improve your mood and quality of life. Everyone can change if they are given the necessary tools and support.