Optum Therapists in Saint Paul, MN

I am a white, ciswoman, eager to work with adults interested in integrating Somatic Experiencing work into psychotherapy, a body based trauma therapy. If you recognize that your personal struggles are connected to the pervasive impact of the social, political, structural and power dynamics in which we live, working on that connection can be powerful. Embodied psychotherapy can be helful if you are feeling stuck and flat, or anxious and feel like you can't turn off, or if you flip back and forth between anxious and despairing. I hope to support your natural resilience so you can move through the stressors of life with more ease.

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 * Lake Elmo * St. Louis Park *

I strongly believe in the transformative power of therapy. I work with clients using curiosity and understanding to explore the roadblocks that keep them from becoming who they want to be. These roadblocks can be met with skills and tools or space to process, ultimately highlighting the client’s own ability to create change. Therapy should be unique to the individual. I am passionate about creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship, and am dedicated to finding the style of therapy that works best for each client. I use a blend of theoretical orientations and offer a direct, holistic, solution-focused lens.

Immediate Openings Available! I have over 10 years of clinical experience working with adults and adolescents in schools, homes, outpatient clinics, and emergency departments. I specialize in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal ideation/self-harm, identity concerns, life transitions, and cultural challenges. I utilize a systems perspective to help you understand how your personal relationships, experiences, and upbringing have impacted and shaped you. Working collaboratively, we will strategize how to break from patterns, improve coping skills, and move towards reaching your wellness goals.

Have you had a recent "awakening" in your life? You’re not alone. You’re seeking to better understand yourself. Perhaps your feelings have felt more intense: anxiety, depression, confusion, or desire to find purpose to life is weighing on your heart. You look around - seeking answers, understanding, & deeper healing. Maybe a life situation unfolded and you were suddenly on a path you never imagined (job loss, divorce, etc). Or you have a health situation that isn't resolving, despite trying every tool in your box. If this is you, I can support you. I approach all my clients with the understanding that we are mind, body, & spirit.

Mitchel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed School Counselor, and MN Board Approved Supervisor for LPCs/LPCCs. He holds a Master's Degree in Counseling Education & Supervision from Winona State University and has been in practice since 2015. Mitchel's practice involves individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults presenting with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief/trauma, life transitions, and more. Mitchel also works with families and couples in need of support. He is an Adjunct Instructor in the Master's of Counseling program at Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies.

Post pandemic the world can feel scarier than it ever has. The social and structural change that occurred in our culture has placed more burden on relationships, individuals, and families who are trying to get through their day-to-day activities. The changes can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and relentless, but it doesn’t have to be that way. While I can’t stop social injustices, severe and traumatic weather, or interpersonal violence, I can offer strategies that provide both coping and healing.

I help my clients by helping them to understand themselves better. In the process, they are able to find ways to be happier, more effective, and better able to solve their problems. I am comfortable with a number of approaches to therapy. Regardless of the specific approach, I help by providing keys to self-knowledge, warmth, respect, and honesty. I'm able to listen to things that are hard to talk about, tell you things that are hard to hear, and build hope in the process.

I strongly believe in taking a strengths-based, resilience approach, and in looking for the positive. I am an experienced, licensed mental health therapist, and a chemical dependency counselor. I work with individuals, couples, and families regarding a wide range of issues. I take an individualized, collaborative approach tailored to the needs of the client. Issue areas include: adjustment, grief and loss, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD, addictions, and dual disorders. I believe in taking a Systems approach in working with couples and families. I find the work of Dr. John Gottman to be especially helpful in overcoming "gridlock."

In a demanding world, you can find resilience within yourself. As a therapist, my goal is to see you develop ways to persevere and grow—ways that speak to your values and your needs.

CURRENTLY FULL AND NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS. You feel shut down, trapped by negative feelings and memories. Unhappiness and worry are familiar companions. Negative emotions and thoughts interrupt the ability to be your full self. Unsatisfying relationships with friends and family sap your energy. You’d like to change the patterns in your life that don't seem to be working, but can’t find a way to do so. You want a therapist who accepts, understands and validates you, while offering real skills and strategies for dealing with your distress.

OPENINGS for Couple's Therapy! Are you struggling with your relationship? Do you fight and have difficulty communicating with your partner? I understand the pain of feeling judged, shut out and rejected and the fear of losing the most important relationship in you life. I can provide a safe space for you and your partner to ask each other and answer one of the most important questions in relationships: "Are you there for me?" I can help you strengthen your bond and rekindle your passion. Call me for a free 15 minutes consultation.

As someone who has recovered from PTSD myself, I know that healing is possible. I believe that changing our thinking about what a trigger means is really helpful. Often, we avoid triggers, but my philosophy and way of being act in the opposite manner - I see triggers as messengers and opportunities for change. Our symptoms are a form of communication; they are intelligent and exist for a reason. By following them, we can find a path to the root cause of our suffering.

Seeking a therapist can sometimes feel like an overwhelming process and I commend you for taking this first step towards change and healing! I am currently accepting new clients and would be honored to work with you.

Emma is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker who primarily sees clients who are law enforcement professionals, first responders, veterans and their families. As the wife of a police officer and veteran, clients can expect to be able to work with someone who understands the culture, lifestyle, pressures, and stressors that come with such high-stress, high-stakes careers. Emma firmly believes that diagnoses such as PTSD are not life sentences, and as such Emma is passionate about helping relieve the suffering of those who have experienced trauma in the service of others. Emma also specializes in treating anxiety, and stress management.