Therapists for Adults in Saint Louis Park, MN
Let's take the pressure off - the "right" way to do therapy is your way, and you don't have to do it alone. I am not afraid to step outside of the box if it means finding what works for you. This is your story, and I am here to walk with you through the good, the bad, and the dirty. Together, we’ll make space to explore the present and unpack the past with curiosity. I bring creativity and humor into our work, this road can be challenging, but we can still find moments of joy along the way. I incorporate techniques like guided Brainspotting and Sand Tray work as a way to process and deepen insight, especially when words fall short.
Let's take the pressure off - the "right" way to do therapy is your way, and you don't have to do it alone. I am not afraid to step outside of the box if it means finding what works for you. This is your story, and I am here to walk with you through the good, the bad, and the dirty. Together, we’ll make space to explore the present and unpack the past with curiosity. I bring creativity and humor into our work, this road can be challenging, but we can still find moments of joy along the way. I incorporate techniques like guided Brainspotting and Sand Tray work as a way to process and deepen insight, especially when words fall short.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults age 12 and older; treating anxiety disorders, adjustment issues/life changes/transitions, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, relationship/peer issues, & depression.
I currently see clients in my office at Catalyst Mental Health. More information about myself and Catalyst Mental Health can be found by clicking on the "website" link at the top of this page. The extension for my confidential voice mail at Catalyst Mental Health is extension 713.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults age 12 and older; treating anxiety disorders, adjustment issues/life changes/transitions, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, relationship/peer issues, & depression.
I currently see clients in my office at Catalyst Mental Health. More information about myself and Catalyst Mental Health can be found by clicking on the "website" link at the top of this page. The extension for my confidential voice mail at Catalyst Mental Health is extension 713.
Through an embodied and trauma-informed approach, I enjoy working with clients who might be dealing with family of origin issues, anxiety, depression, body image struggles, relationship concerns, life transitions, trauma, self-regulation concerns, and codependency. I help clients who want to practice radical acceptance and find a sense of safety in their bodies, minds, relationships, homes, workplaces, and life experiences. I welcome clients who may be affected by socio-political-environmental issues and work through a feminist lens to relate with my clients. Sessions are offered in-office, outdoors, and virtually.
Through an embodied and trauma-informed approach, I enjoy working with clients who might be dealing with family of origin issues, anxiety, depression, body image struggles, relationship concerns, life transitions, trauma, self-regulation concerns, and codependency. I help clients who want to practice radical acceptance and find a sense of safety in their bodies, minds, relationships, homes, workplaces, and life experiences. I welcome clients who may be affected by socio-political-environmental issues and work through a feminist lens to relate with my clients. Sessions are offered in-office, outdoors, and virtually.
Therapy is a sacred, safe and healing space for one to engage in self-exploration and acceptance without judgment, criticism or guilt. I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families and believe that having authentic and meaningful relationships are core to becoming & staying healthy individuals. I have 10 years of experience working with people struggling with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma & all the different issues people face from age 12 and up. My goal is to help people find and use their voice, face their fears, and be honest with themselves.
Therapy is a sacred, safe and healing space for one to engage in self-exploration and acceptance without judgment, criticism or guilt. I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families and believe that having authentic and meaningful relationships are core to becoming & staying healthy individuals. I have 10 years of experience working with people struggling with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma & all the different issues people face from age 12 and up. My goal is to help people find and use their voice, face their fears, and be honest with themselves.
Struggling with sexual issues can leave you feeling ashamed, anxious, depressed, and disconnected from your partner and loved ones. I help couples and individuals identify what is keeping you stuck in old patterns, behaviors and beliefs so that you can create sustainable change and build the life you want to be living. I work with couples who struggle with issues like experiencing differing levels of desire, having a low or no sex relationship, struggling to heal from infidelity, or figuring out how to manage the effects of past trauma.
Struggling with sexual issues can leave you feeling ashamed, anxious, depressed, and disconnected from your partner and loved ones. I help couples and individuals identify what is keeping you stuck in old patterns, behaviors and beliefs so that you can create sustainable change and build the life you want to be living. I work with couples who struggle with issues like experiencing differing levels of desire, having a low or no sex relationship, struggling to heal from infidelity, or figuring out how to manage the effects of past trauma.
Quality of life is determined by balancing life's critical components. Dr.Alfred Adler created Individual Psychology based on these components. Adler developed :
OUR LIFE TASKS
1. An adequate sense of self
2. The connection to a significant other.
3. A purpose driven life.
4. Spirituality, a belief in something more than
yourself.
Dr. Adler believed being unbalanced in any of these areas created uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. A continuation of and consequence of these thoughts and feeling is psychological dysfunction.
Quality of life is determined by balancing life's critical components. Dr.Alfred Adler created Individual Psychology based on these components. Adler developed :
OUR LIFE TASKS
1. An adequate sense of self
2. The connection to a significant other.
3. A purpose driven life.
4. Spirituality, a belief in something more than
yourself.
Dr. Adler believed being unbalanced in any of these areas created uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. A continuation of and consequence of these thoughts and feeling is psychological dysfunction.
I am dedicated to helping teens and adults heal and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership—one where you feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow at your own pace. Together, we’ll work to identify patterns, build on your strengths, and develop strategies to support your emotional well-being.
I am dedicated to helping teens and adults heal and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I believe therapy should feel like a partnership—one where you feel safe to explore, reflect, and grow at your own pace. Together, we’ll work to identify patterns, build on your strengths, and develop strategies to support your emotional well-being.
Melissa (Missy) Tauer
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adolescents, young adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, self-doubt, attachment challenges, and behavioral concerns.
I approach therapy with warmth, empowerment, and collaboration at the core. Using a blend of Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy, I support clients in building insight, identifying strengths, and navigating the challenges they face. I tailor each session to meet the individual needs and goals of my clients,
I work with adolescents, young adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, self-doubt, attachment challenges, and behavioral concerns.
I approach therapy with warmth, empowerment, and collaboration at the core. Using a blend of Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy, I support clients in building insight, identifying strengths, and navigating the challenges they face. I tailor each session to meet the individual needs and goals of my clients,
From the outside, it may look like you have everything together but internally you may feel overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of worry, or constantly questioning if you’re doing “enough.” I specialize in working with high-achieving, thoughtful individuals who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, and life transitions. You don’t have to keep carrying everything on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel understood, and work through the patterns keeping you stuck.
From the outside, it may look like you have everything together but internally you may feel overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of worry, or constantly questioning if you’re doing “enough.” I specialize in working with high-achieving, thoughtful individuals who struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, and life transitions. You don’t have to keep carrying everything on your own. Therapy can be a space to slow down, feel understood, and work through the patterns keeping you stuck.
Tired of feeling tired, down or anxious? Whether you're navigating the grief of miscarriage, post-partum hasn't been as glamorous as you've heard, returning from deployment, or healing from upsetting experience in your story, therapy can help explore with curiosity and compassion. Through a trauma-informed approach, we’ll work together to restore connection, safety, and trust, with yourself, your community or your partner. Your healing starts with a space where your experience matters. Wheher you prefer a talk-therapy approach to care, EMDR or body-based trauma work - I have training and skills to support your healing process.
Tired of feeling tired, down or anxious? Whether you're navigating the grief of miscarriage, post-partum hasn't been as glamorous as you've heard, returning from deployment, or healing from upsetting experience in your story, therapy can help explore with curiosity and compassion. Through a trauma-informed approach, we’ll work together to restore connection, safety, and trust, with yourself, your community or your partner. Your healing starts with a space where your experience matters. Wheher you prefer a talk-therapy approach to care, EMDR or body-based trauma work - I have training and skills to support your healing process.
I provide psychotherapy to individual adults, in various areas of personal transformation, including, grief and loss, identity development, and faith journey matters. I work extensively with parents experiencing conflict and professionals working with complex family problems, including issues such as, post-divorce parenting conflict; coparenting with protection orders; and strained family relationships. In addition, I provide state-certified supervision and consultation to professionals working with conflicted family matters.
I provide psychotherapy to individual adults, in various areas of personal transformation, including, grief and loss, identity development, and faith journey matters. I work extensively with parents experiencing conflict and professionals working with complex family problems, including issues such as, post-divorce parenting conflict; coparenting with protection orders; and strained family relationships. In addition, I provide state-certified supervision and consultation to professionals working with conflicted family matters.
In work with adults, I most frequently draw from the frameworks of CBT, DBT, and IFS.
All of us are faced with experiences in life we could use some help with. Using warmth, gentleness, and humor, my goal as a therapist is to create a safe and healing relationship with you. Together we can explore the parts of yourself and your journey that might feel scary to do alone. l look forward to working with you in defining for yourself who you are and reshaping beliefs that no longer serve you.
In work with adults, I most frequently draw from the frameworks of CBT, DBT, and IFS.
All of us are faced with experiences in life we could use some help with. Using warmth, gentleness, and humor, my goal as a therapist is to create a safe and healing relationship with you. Together we can explore the parts of yourself and your journey that might feel scary to do alone. l look forward to working with you in defining for yourself who you are and reshaping beliefs that no longer serve you.
I am a compassionate and clear-thinking therapist. For the past thirty years, I have worked with clients to help them unravel problematic emotions, develop more resilience, and expand self-awareness. I use a psychodynamically informed approach, which means the therapy focuses both on current symptoms and problems, as well as underlying root causes. My style is interactive, engaging, and direct. I bring warmth, dedication, and an open presence to help clients sort through difficult issues and develop lasting confidence.
I am a compassionate and clear-thinking therapist. For the past thirty years, I have worked with clients to help them unravel problematic emotions, develop more resilience, and expand self-awareness. I use a psychodynamically informed approach, which means the therapy focuses both on current symptoms and problems, as well as underlying root causes. My style is interactive, engaging, and direct. I bring warmth, dedication, and an open presence to help clients sort through difficult issues and develop lasting confidence.
Now accepting new clients. Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. I work with women and professionals of color who often spend so much time showing up for everyone else that they lose touch with themselves in the process. Many are high-achieving and deeply caring, yet struggle with perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, self-doubt, and boundaries. Clients often come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in survival mode while navigating unresolved trauma, relationship stress, demanding environments, and major life transitions.
Now accepting new clients. Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. I work with women and professionals of color who often spend so much time showing up for everyone else that they lose touch with themselves in the process. Many are high-achieving and deeply caring, yet struggle with perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, self-doubt, and boundaries. Clients often come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in survival mode while navigating unresolved trauma, relationship stress, demanding environments, and major life transitions.
I provide a judgement-free therapy environment. My clients set goals, work to achieve those goals and move forward with their lives. I want my clients to experience feeling empowered, in control and accomplished. There is no issue or circumstance we can't work through together.
I provide a judgement-free therapy environment. My clients set goals, work to achieve those goals and move forward with their lives. I want my clients to experience feeling empowered, in control and accomplished. There is no issue or circumstance we can't work through together.
I enjoy working with kids and young adults who have difficulty managing relationships, school performance decline, increased fighting with parents/siblings, anxiety & depression.
I also have extensive experience working with kids and young adults with special needs and their family support system. From social/life/job skills to sibling rivalry and friends, let me help your child/young adult uncover what’s bothering them and build a plan for managing the many stressors that come their way in a supportive and productive environment.
I enjoy working with kids and young adults who have difficulty managing relationships, school performance decline, increased fighting with parents/siblings, anxiety & depression.
I also have extensive experience working with kids and young adults with special needs and their family support system. From social/life/job skills to sibling rivalry and friends, let me help your child/young adult uncover what’s bothering them and build a plan for managing the many stressors that come their way in a supportive and productive environment.
Stressors include major life transitions, relational challenges (conflict, separation/divorce, domestic abuse), parenting or/caregiving responsibilities, health difficulties, social oppression/discrimination, and trauma as a child or adult.
For over two decades I have worked as a researcher, and then as a tenured faculty member training graduate students to become psychotherapists, as well as teaching undergraduate psychology. I have worked with adults of all genders to overcome a wide range of issues using a combination of compassion-focused, cognitive behavioral and attachment-based therapy.
Stressors include major life transitions, relational challenges (conflict, separation/divorce, domestic abuse), parenting or/caregiving responsibilities, health difficulties, social oppression/discrimination, and trauma as a child or adult.
For over two decades I have worked as a researcher, and then as a tenured faculty member training graduate students to become psychotherapists, as well as teaching undergraduate psychology. I have worked with adults of all genders to overcome a wide range of issues using a combination of compassion-focused, cognitive behavioral and attachment-based therapy.
*** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** My role as a therapist is to help clients develop the coping strategies to cope effectively with challenges they are facing, and explore feelings, beliefs, thoughts, and events in a supportive way. I treat women and men experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, life and career transitions, relationship issues, perinatal mood disorders, infertility, menopause, co-dependency, and more.
*** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** My role as a therapist is to help clients develop the coping strategies to cope effectively with challenges they are facing, and explore feelings, beliefs, thoughts, and events in a supportive way. I treat women and men experiencing depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, life and career transitions, relationship issues, perinatal mood disorders, infertility, menopause, co-dependency, and more.
Life is complex, but feeling alone can really make it feel intolerable. As a clinical social worker, my approach to mental health is rooted in unconditional positive regard and care, all based on a belief that we can heal from previous hurt and traumas. I delight in accompanying individuals through their life experience, processing the challenging emotions, and witnessing the emergence of relief, tolerating the myriad of emotions, and finding a life of thriving. I see the therapeutic relationship as a personalized, reparative dyad for discovering new ways of viewing yourself and connecting in relationships.
Life is complex, but feeling alone can really make it feel intolerable. As a clinical social worker, my approach to mental health is rooted in unconditional positive regard and care, all based on a belief that we can heal from previous hurt and traumas. I delight in accompanying individuals through their life experience, processing the challenging emotions, and witnessing the emergence of relief, tolerating the myriad of emotions, and finding a life of thriving. I see the therapeutic relationship as a personalized, reparative dyad for discovering new ways of viewing yourself and connecting in relationships.
I help adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions find clarity and reconnect with themselves.
My approach integrates ACT, IFS, CBT, somatic therapy, and mindfulness. We’ll use practical tools for focus, motivation, and emotional regulation—while also working on deeper healing around shame, self-worth, and patterns that keep you stuck.
I help adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions find clarity and reconnect with themselves.
My approach integrates ACT, IFS, CBT, somatic therapy, and mindfulness. We’ll use practical tools for focus, motivation, and emotional regulation—while also working on deeper healing around shame, self-worth, and patterns that keep you stuck.
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