Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in Saint Paul, MN
Tegan M. Smischney, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families across Minnesota find clarity, healing, and resilience through compassionate and evidence-based care. She works with children, teens, and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. By creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, Tegan supports her patients in identifying personal strengths, improving communication, and developing the skills needed to manage life’s stressors more effectively.Tegan M. Smischney, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families across Minnesota find clarity, healing, and resilien
Tegan M. Smischney, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families across Minnesota find clarity, healing, and resilience through compassionate and evidence-based care. She works with children, teens, and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. By creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, Tegan supports her patients in identifying personal strengths, improving communication, and developing the skills needed to manage life’s stressors more effectively.Tegan M. Smischney, LMFT, helps individuals, couples, and families across Minnesota find clarity, healing, and resilien
Welcome! I work with children, adolescents and adults. I have specialized training in pediatric OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and use E/RP (exposure and response prevention), a cognitive behavioral therapy which is considered the most effective treatment for OCD. I understand how debilitating this condition can be, but also how great the potential is for lasting improvement and significant freedom from OCD's grip.
Welcome! I work with children, adolescents and adults. I have specialized training in pediatric OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and use E/RP (exposure and response prevention), a cognitive behavioral therapy which is considered the most effective treatment for OCD. I understand how debilitating this condition can be, but also how great the potential is for lasting improvement and significant freedom from OCD's grip.
They are passionate about working with clients with OCD that traditional exposure and response prevention ( ERP) therapy has not been effective for.
I am a white, nonbinary transmasc, fat, chronically ill, AuDHDer with misophonia. My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating misophonia, complex/developmental trauma, dissociation, OCD, and late-discovered ADHD/autism. I work from a systems and feminist perspective, recognizing the importance and impact of one’s primary relationships and social systems on one’s wellness. We are likely to work best together if you have been in therapy before, already have good coping/grounding skills in place, and are ready to do some deeper work.
They are passionate about working with clients with OCD that traditional exposure and response prevention ( ERP) therapy has not been effective for.
I am a white, nonbinary transmasc, fat, chronically ill, AuDHDer with misophonia. My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating misophonia, complex/developmental trauma, dissociation, OCD, and late-discovered ADHD/autism. I work from a systems and feminist perspective, recognizing the importance and impact of one’s primary relationships and social systems on one’s wellness. We are likely to work best together if you have been in therapy before, already have good coping/grounding skills in place, and are ready to do some deeper work.
My ideal client is a child, adolescent, adult, or family navigating OCD, anxiety, stress, or neurodivergence. They may feel overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, emotional dysregulation, or the daily challenges of life. They seek understanding, tools for resilience, and a compassionate space to heal and grow.
My ideal client is a child, adolescent, adult, or family navigating OCD, anxiety, stress, or neurodivergence. They may feel overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, emotional dysregulation, or the daily challenges of life. They seek understanding, tools for resilience, and a compassionate space to heal and grow.
On the journey to finding our authentic selves, we must learn to ground and connect before we can grown and flourish. This is exactly what Root & Rise Psychotherapy wishes to do. Let us help you on your own journey of running into yourself, making choices that honor your values, and moving forward in life with conscious awareness and confidence.
On the journey to finding our authentic selves, we must learn to ground and connect before we can grown and flourish. This is exactly what Root & Rise Psychotherapy wishes to do. Let us help you on your own journey of running into yourself, making choices that honor your values, and moving forward in life with conscious awareness and confidence.
You deserve to feel better, and we’re here when you are ready to get started. You don't have to do it alone and you can start today!
You may be facing recent challenges and feeling ready to make a change. Perhaps you’ve been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unhappy. Things that once felt manageable may not feel as easy right now. Relationships, work, or daily responsibilities may feel harder to navigate, and you might even feel insecure, alone, or like no one truly understands what you’re going through.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone and you don’t have to face it by yourself.
You deserve to feel better, and we’re here when you are ready to get started. You don't have to do it alone and you can start today!
You may be facing recent challenges and feeling ready to make a change. Perhaps you’ve been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unhappy. Things that once felt manageable may not feel as easy right now. Relationships, work, or daily responsibilities may feel harder to navigate, and you might even feel insecure, alone, or like no one truly understands what you’re going through.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone and you don’t have to face it by yourself.
I use a laidback, curious, and collaborative approach to assist people in their journey towards healing. I love laughing and make my best attempt at using humor to lighten the load of some of the heavy topics you might be bringing to our work together. I truly value the real, authentic selves we get to show up as in the therapy room (or zoom screen). As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe relationships and connectedness are so important to our wellbeing and how we view the world.
I use a laidback, curious, and collaborative approach to assist people in their journey towards healing. I love laughing and make my best attempt at using humor to lighten the load of some of the heavy topics you might be bringing to our work together. I truly value the real, authentic selves we get to show up as in the therapy room (or zoom screen). As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe relationships and connectedness are so important to our wellbeing and how we view the world.
Are you tired of feeling lost, stuck and overwhelmed? If you're ready to invest in yourself and make the courageous choice to reach out for support, you’ve come to the right place. As a systemic therapist, I will guide you in discovering your strengths and help you find meaning and joy in your life. We will work together to tackle the issues that are getting in the way of you living the life you want. I believe your problems don't exist in isolation, and I am experienced in zooming out and seeing the context. So if you are ready to take a look at the big picture and make some lasting changes, I’m your person! Let’s get started!
Are you tired of feeling lost, stuck and overwhelmed? If you're ready to invest in yourself and make the courageous choice to reach out for support, you’ve come to the right place. As a systemic therapist, I will guide you in discovering your strengths and help you find meaning and joy in your life. We will work together to tackle the issues that are getting in the way of you living the life you want. I believe your problems don't exist in isolation, and I am experienced in zooming out and seeing the context. So if you are ready to take a look at the big picture and make some lasting changes, I’m your person! Let’s get started!
MidWest Center for Personal & Family Development
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Saint Paul, MN 55114
You can get help in one simple phone call. We offer Caring, Convenient & Effective Behavioral Health Services. Call us at 651-647-1900 to schedule at one of our convenient counseling offices in: St. Paul, Burnsville or virtually from anywhere in Minnesota.
You can get help in one simple phone call. We offer Caring, Convenient & Effective Behavioral Health Services. Call us at 651-647-1900 to schedule at one of our convenient counseling offices in: St. Paul, Burnsville or virtually from anywhere in Minnesota.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred, and I approach my work with a deep sense of honor and responsibility. I think meaningful change is possible in a safe, supportive space, helping you heal from past wounds to connect with your true self. My role is to be a compassionate partner, acknowledging you as the expert of your own experience. I am trained in EMDR, have completed sexual assault advocacy training, and have extensive experience treating trauma, anxiety, and depression. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, focusing on what feels safe, restorative, and inclusive.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred, and I approach my work with a deep sense of honor and responsibility. I think meaningful change is possible in a safe, supportive space, helping you heal from past wounds to connect with your true self. My role is to be a compassionate partner, acknowledging you as the expert of your own experience. I am trained in EMDR, have completed sexual assault advocacy training, and have extensive experience treating trauma, anxiety, and depression. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, focusing on what feels safe, restorative, and inclusive.
Stephanie Johnson Therapy Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Saint Paul, MN 55126
Emotional health doesn’t happen by chance. It is a commitment to a better future which you deserve. During your initial visit, we will begin our therapeutic relationship and discuss your short-and long-term goals for therapy. Whether you are interested in a few sessions to deal with current life stressors or seeking long-term therapy to overcome past trauma, we will create a treatment plan that will help you live a more fulfilling life. I take a collaborative approach where you determine your needs and we work together to address the issues that brought you to therapy while identifying strategies to assist in the healing process.
Emotional health doesn’t happen by chance. It is a commitment to a better future which you deserve. During your initial visit, we will begin our therapeutic relationship and discuss your short-and long-term goals for therapy. Whether you are interested in a few sessions to deal with current life stressors or seeking long-term therapy to overcome past trauma, we will create a treatment plan that will help you live a more fulfilling life. I take a collaborative approach where you determine your needs and we work together to address the issues that brought you to therapy while identifying strategies to assist in the healing process.
At Brainsight, our work centers around helping people learn more effectively, whether they are children or adolescents in a school setting or adults in the workplace. We specialize in the identification and treatment of problems with attention, learning, and memory. My goal with every client is to help you discover your strengths as well as your challenges, and to help you find the right supports to make those challenges easier. If you are easily distracted, have difficulty focusing your attention, suffer from a poor memory, or struggle to learn new things, you may benefit from an evaluation.
At Brainsight, our work centers around helping people learn more effectively, whether they are children or adolescents in a school setting or adults in the workplace. We specialize in the identification and treatment of problems with attention, learning, and memory. My goal with every client is to help you discover your strengths as well as your challenges, and to help you find the right supports to make those challenges easier. If you are easily distracted, have difficulty focusing your attention, suffer from a poor memory, or struggle to learn new things, you may benefit from an evaluation.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and have spent the last 23 years providing DBT in the Twin Cities community; first during my doctoral internship, then for 15 years at the University of Minnesota Psychiatry Department, and now in my private practice. I have been trained in multiple variations of DBT by recognized experts in DBT. I specialize in working with individuals who have a history of trauma and offer prolonged exposure as a treatment for PTSD. My training and experience has prepared me for helping individuals with a history of and/or actively struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideation.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and have spent the last 23 years providing DBT in the Twin Cities community; first during my doctoral internship, then for 15 years at the University of Minnesota Psychiatry Department, and now in my private practice. I have been trained in multiple variations of DBT by recognized experts in DBT. I specialize in working with individuals who have a history of trauma and offer prolonged exposure as a treatment for PTSD. My training and experience has prepared me for helping individuals with a history of and/or actively struggling with suicidal thoughts and ideation.
I know starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Anna, an LICSW who works with kids (6+), teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, OCD, grief, stress, perinatal/postpartum, and life changes. I aim to bring warmth, creativity, and flexibility into sessions—letting you guide the process while I offer support and direction when needed. In our work together, we’ll take time to understand your story, set goals that matter to you, and move at a pace that feels right. My hope is that therapy becomes a safe, steady place for you to breathe and grow!
I know starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. I’m Anna, an LICSW who works with kids (6+), teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, OCD, grief, stress, perinatal/postpartum, and life changes. I aim to bring warmth, creativity, and flexibility into sessions—letting you guide the process while I offer support and direction when needed. In our work together, we’ll take time to understand your story, set goals that matter to you, and move at a pace that feels right. My hope is that therapy becomes a safe, steady place for you to breathe and grow!
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
Allison Bjork
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Saint Paul, MN 55105
Waitlist for new clients
Allison provides individual therapy to clients ages 18+ and is patient, straightforward and kind. Allison is an experienced clinician working with trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, OCD, cultural issues and stress from navigating life’s challenges. She uses humor and a relaxed approach to help clients feel safe while addressing difficult topics. Allison emphasizes client autonomy and safety in every session, guiding clients to better understand themselves and their relationship with the world around them. She uses a combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation and more.
Allison provides individual therapy to clients ages 18+ and is patient, straightforward and kind. Allison is an experienced clinician working with trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, OCD, cultural issues and stress from navigating life’s challenges. She uses humor and a relaxed approach to help clients feel safe while addressing difficult topics. Allison emphasizes client autonomy and safety in every session, guiding clients to better understand themselves and their relationship with the world around them. She uses a combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation and more.
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.
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.
I know choosing a therapist can be difficult. I like to provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I do this using easily understood techniques that have been consistently shown effective through research. We'll work together to understand your problems and implement practical solutions, all couched in collaboration and kindness. I'll work hard to help you and I welcome the opportunity to do so. Ultimately, I hope to help you feel empowered enough such that you no longer need me. I work with people as both individuals and couples, but family therapy isn't something I'm currently providing.
I know choosing a therapist can be difficult. I like to provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I do this using easily understood techniques that have been consistently shown effective through research. We'll work together to understand your problems and implement practical solutions, all couched in collaboration and kindness. I'll work hard to help you and I welcome the opportunity to do so. Ultimately, I hope to help you feel empowered enough such that you no longer need me. I work with people as both individuals and couples, but family therapy isn't something I'm currently providing.
She has extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Healing and balance are possible. Amanda believes mental health work and treatment is a team based process rooted in personal empowerment. We all deserve to feel heard, seen, and validated. Therapy can be your first step to a better you. Amanda values a holistic view of therapy, treatment, and progress. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. This creates space for growth and progress. She utilizes techniques and measurable treatment goals to assist clients in empowering themselves.
She has extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Exposure and Response Prevention ( ERP) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Healing and balance are possible. Amanda believes mental health work and treatment is a team based process rooted in personal empowerment. We all deserve to feel heard, seen, and validated. Therapy can be your first step to a better you. Amanda values a holistic view of therapy, treatment, and progress. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. This creates space for growth and progress. She utilizes techniques and measurable treatment goals to assist clients in empowering themselves.
Are you looking for expert, evidence-based treatment for body image and weight-related concerns, eating concerns, sleep difficulties, anxiety, depression, resolving trauma, identifying your purpose and/or improving your relationships? Do you want to understand what kind of therapy you're committing to and what evidence supports the idea that it will help you? Do you want a therapist who will provide that evidence-based care from a social justice lens, while also providing a caring, empathic, insightful therapy relationship?
Are you looking for expert, evidence-based treatment for body image and weight-related concerns, eating concerns, sleep difficulties, anxiety, depression, resolving trauma, identifying your purpose and/or improving your relationships? Do you want to understand what kind of therapy you're committing to and what evidence supports the idea that it will help you? Do you want a therapist who will provide that evidence-based care from a social justice lens, while also providing a caring, empathic, insightful therapy relationship?
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.