Anxiety Therapists in Saint Anthony, Saint Paul, MN

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work from a trauma-informed, harm reduction, sex positive, attachment-based lens. I specialize in working with adults from diverse backgrounds, particularly the LGBTQ+ community. I see clients for individual and/or relationship (including polyam/non-monogamy) therapy. I especially enjoy working with creative people and have a deep understanding of the creative process. I am trained in EMDR, AEDP and DBT. I am currently accepting clients for waitlist only.

I have been providing psychotherapy services in the twin cities for over 30 years. If we choose to work together, I will strive to provide a environment where we can talk about areas of your life that are difficult for you and where you may feel stuck and alone. I see both women and men wanting help with a variety of issues, anxiety , depression, low self-esteem or a lack of life fulfillment, as well as, forming and maintaining fulfilling relationships. I also have a deep understanding of people that are more sensitive or introverted and enjoy helping them to engage in their life more fully.

*Please note: I am not taking new clients at this time. Worried? Anxious? Maybe I can help. My speciality is helping people get to know and understand themselves in a way that helps manage anxiety , uncertainty, avoidance, and the pursuit of perfection. I work from a person-centered cognitive behavioral perspective, meaning we work together to change anxious thoughts and the behavior those thoughts can trigger.

No matter what you are going through, whether it be depression, anxiety , low self-worth, grief/loss, addiction, or difficulty adjusting to changes, your experience is valid. Past experiences can shape the way we think about ourselves, others, and the world around us. These beliefs or narratives can influence how we interact with the world and may sometimes cause us to feel stuck mentally, physically, or emotionally when responding to situations or stressful moments in life. Through therapy, the ultimate goal is for you to feel empowered in approaching life with greater clarity, ease, and calm.

Your path to health and happiness emerges through nurturing body, mind, and spirit. As a licensed psychologist, I work with adult clients as they move toward healing from a variety of mental health and life concerns including anxiety , depression, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, self esteem issues, academic struggles, life transitions, and cross-cultural dilemmas. In a therapeutic environment of respect and dignity for my clients, I draw upon my clinical experiences in the mental health field as well as my knowledge of research-supported treatments to help individuals achieve the healing and life changes they seek.

You are feeling overwhelmed and are just going through the motions to get through the day. You have come to a place that where what has worked in the past isn’t working anymore. You are ready to look beyond what you think the world wants of you and are seeking different answers. You have been thinking about this for a long time and are ready to take the leap and ask for help. I’m here to be a guide on your journey of change and growth. Together we will create a path that you can follow to a more engaged place in your world.

My clinical interests include depression, anxiety , ADHD, adjustment problems, OCD, trauma, attachment, and parenting concerns to name a few. I work with ages three and up and particularly enjoy helping families and parents learn and practice healthier communication styles and conflict resolution. I am passionate about providing evidence-based (proven effective by research) treatments while meeting clients where they are at and helping them get to where they would like to be in life. I bring humor and warmth to sessions with a direct, active, and collaborative style. I emphasize validation and create a non-judgmental atmosphere.

My approach is built on compassion, care and respect for the experiences and identities that make you who you are. Mindfulness and the power of relationship guide my work, to support clients dealing with anxiety , depression, life-transitions, trauma, grief, health issues, or other challenges. If you have suffered traumatic experiences, want to be more fully at home inside yourself or with others; if you are trying to navigate a world that too easily permits oppression, or want to grow the kernels of wholeness (even if not yet apparent) already within you, I hope to be able to work together.

If you are experiencing difficulty in dealing with a traumatic past or event, I would like to help. I see individuals who are experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms, problems in relationships, using substances as a way to cope, and are finding day to day life challenging. I help my clients to better understand what they are experiencing, identify what they want to change, and implement steps to making the changes they seek. I believe in the inner strength, resilience, and agency of each person.