Therapists for Teens in Spring Lake Park, MN
John is a therapist with 25 years experience as a mental health clinician serving adults, couples, children, adolescents and families.
John works with a variety of issues including: Anger, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), chemical health, child and adolescent behavioral challenges, conflict resolution, depression, grief and loss, life changes, relationships, and self improvement.
John is a therapist with 25 years experience as a mental health clinician serving adults, couples, children, adolescents and families.
John works with a variety of issues including: Anger, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), chemical health, child and adolescent behavioral challenges, conflict resolution, depression, grief and loss, life changes, relationships, and self improvement.
Jeff Ruhland
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, LADC
1 Endorsed
Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
I enjoy helping clients find new ways to heal and cope with difficult life situations. Each person has their own unique life story and experience, and I am humbled to walk alongside them. I am open to seeing individuals, couples, and families. My interests include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-worth, perfectionism, self-efficacy, chemical dependency, behavioral addiction, trauma, life transitions, grief, loss, faith, and any other obstacle that is ever-present in life today.
I enjoy helping clients find new ways to heal and cope with difficult life situations. Each person has their own unique life story and experience, and I am humbled to walk alongside them. I am open to seeing individuals, couples, and families. My interests include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-worth, perfectionism, self-efficacy, chemical dependency, behavioral addiction, trauma, life transitions, grief, loss, faith, and any other obstacle that is ever-present in life today.
I love working within youth, young adults, and families to help mend concerns and disconnects within important relationships because relationships are a foundation of life.
I offer client centered care, helping to guide clients develop skills managing distress within their current functioning. I am EMDRIA trained in EMDR therapy and use this to help clients manage the distress of daily life. My mission is to help clients better navigate stressors of daily life and develop a life in which they are proud.
I love working within youth, young adults, and families to help mend concerns and disconnects within important relationships because relationships are a foundation of life.
I offer client centered care, helping to guide clients develop skills managing distress within their current functioning. I am EMDRIA trained in EMDR therapy and use this to help clients manage the distress of daily life. My mission is to help clients better navigate stressors of daily life and develop a life in which they are proud.
Individuals/couples & families of immigrants can go through much psychological turmoil for being minorities in a mainstream culture that misunderstands them. This may lead to low self esteem, anxiety,depression & marital conflict. Affirming & supportive therapy helps people balance between cultures & find inner peace from their own values. They require an understanding of their own culture/ origin & the mainstream culture to develop self compassion & confidence and be assertiveness while being respectful to everyone around them. A good therapist would instill a sense of wellbeing in them while they contribute positively to life.
Individuals/couples & families of immigrants can go through much psychological turmoil for being minorities in a mainstream culture that misunderstands them. This may lead to low self esteem, anxiety,depression & marital conflict. Affirming & supportive therapy helps people balance between cultures & find inner peace from their own values. They require an understanding of their own culture/ origin & the mainstream culture to develop self compassion & confidence and be assertiveness while being respectful to everyone around them. A good therapist would instill a sense of wellbeing in them while they contribute positively to life.
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
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I work with teens and adults.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, work/life balance, stress, divorce, relationships, and grief. I use a wide variety of therapeutic techniques to come up with the best treatment for your specific needs.
I work with teens and adults.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, work/life balance, stress, divorce, relationships, and grief. I use a wide variety of therapeutic techniques to come up with the best treatment for your specific needs.
Life is full of transitions, challenges, and unexpected turns. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, or seeking deeper self-understanding, therapy offers a space to explore and grow.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where your experiences and insights guide our work together. My approach is rooted in person-centered theory, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. By integrating techniques from Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and existential perspectives, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs and goals.
Life is full of transitions, challenges, and unexpected turns. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, or seeking deeper self-understanding, therapy offers a space to explore and grow.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where your experiences and insights guide our work together. My approach is rooted in person-centered theory, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. By integrating techniques from Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and existential perspectives, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs and goals.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families and adolescents.
I believe that all clients have unique strengths and are capable of creating meaningful change within their lives. I will create a safe and compassionate space for you to tell your story. Beyond my professional life, I enjoy being outside, hiking, biking and sitting at coffee shops.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families and adolescents.
I believe that all clients have unique strengths and are capable of creating meaningful change within their lives. I will create a safe and compassionate space for you to tell your story. Beyond my professional life, I enjoy being outside, hiking, biking and sitting at coffee shops.
Specializing in individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, Emily helps patients navigate a wide range of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Emily is particularly passionate about supporting individuals dealing with PTSD and trauma, postpartum depression and anxiety, and women’s issues. She works closely with her clients to address these deeply personal and often complex struggles, helping them reclaim their sense of self and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Specializing in individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, Emily helps patients navigate a wide range of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
Emily is particularly passionate about supporting individuals dealing with PTSD and trauma, postpartum depression and anxiety, and women’s issues. She works closely with her clients to address these deeply personal and often complex struggles, helping them reclaim their sense of self and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I have advanced training child and adolescent therapy and use this to integrate into relational space with Gottman Method Couples Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) a trauma focused therapy that allows space for shifting not only traumatic memories but longstanding negative beliefs.
Are you struggling with navigating a relationship in your life? Relational therapy, typically called couples but can include a variety of relationship types, focuses in on communication, trust, repair, and joy. Typical sessions include allowing space for identifying specific sources of discomfort and practice for how to make and sustain relational shifts. Specialized training in child psychology allows for particular support around navigating parenting challenges and understanding how to support your unique child.
I have advanced training child and adolescent therapy and use this to integrate into relational space with Gottman Method Couples Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) a trauma focused therapy that allows space for shifting not only traumatic memories but longstanding negative beliefs.
Are you struggling with navigating a relationship in your life? Relational therapy, typically called couples but can include a variety of relationship types, focuses in on communication, trust, repair, and joy. Typical sessions include allowing space for identifying specific sources of discomfort and practice for how to make and sustain relational shifts. Specialized training in child psychology allows for particular support around navigating parenting challenges and understanding how to support your unique child.
Lakes Counseling is here for you. It is our goal to serve your unique needs and find the therapist who is right for you. We are a premier counseling service in Wayzata, MN of professionally licensed clinicians providing multiple types of counseling services. Our services include Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling.
Lakes Counseling is here for you. It is our goal to serve your unique needs and find the therapist who is right for you. We are a premier counseling service in Wayzata, MN of professionally licensed clinicians providing multiple types of counseling services. Our services include Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, Family Counseling.
I understand that mental health issues can be overwhelming and that they can encompass a wide range of issues, from childhood trauma to the difficulty in managing the everyday routines of everyday life. I would be happy to provide you with guidance and support on your journey toward healthy goals, whether you are seeking motivation, a purpose in life, or the solution to an issue in your life. Providing assertive communication skills can also be challenging, and I strive to enhance effective strategies to do so.
I understand that mental health issues can be overwhelming and that they can encompass a wide range of issues, from childhood trauma to the difficulty in managing the everyday routines of everyday life. I would be happy to provide you with guidance and support on your journey toward healthy goals, whether you are seeking motivation, a purpose in life, or the solution to an issue in your life. Providing assertive communication skills can also be challenging, and I strive to enhance effective strategies to do so.
Are you looking to make changes but don't know where to start? Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, questioning your decisions or feel like you have no support? Have you gone through traumatic experiences that you realize are affecting you now? No matter what path you've been on, life events can be holding you hostage and you may not even know it. I strive to empower you by building off your strengths so you can discover who you really are... or want to be.
Are you looking to make changes but don't know where to start? Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, questioning your decisions or feel like you have no support? Have you gone through traumatic experiences that you realize are affecting you now? No matter what path you've been on, life events can be holding you hostage and you may not even know it. I strive to empower you by building off your strengths so you can discover who you really are... or want to be.
Feeling the weight of never-ending expectations? Do you find yourself striving for high standards, flawless work, or constant achievement—yet still feeling like it’s never enough? Are you overwhelmed by deadlines, self-doubt, or the pressure to always perform at your best? You’re not alone. Many high achievers feel trapped by the very standards that push them forward. It’s okay to pause, breathe, and give yourself permission to be human. Reaching out for support isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength.
Feeling the weight of never-ending expectations? Do you find yourself striving for high standards, flawless work, or constant achievement—yet still feeling like it’s never enough? Are you overwhelmed by deadlines, self-doubt, or the pressure to always perform at your best? You’re not alone. Many high achievers feel trapped by the very standards that push them forward. It’s okay to pause, breathe, and give yourself permission to be human. Reaching out for support isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength.
"Instead of waiting for the storm to pass, learn how to dance in the rain" (author unknown). Time is precious and you deserve to maximize your quality of life. Are you struggling with adjustments in life, depression, anxiety, substance use issues, trauma, anger, relationships, generational issues, or communication? I can help! I look forward to hearing from you so we can start your journey together!
"Instead of waiting for the storm to pass, learn how to dance in the rain" (author unknown). Time is precious and you deserve to maximize your quality of life. Are you struggling with adjustments in life, depression, anxiety, substance use issues, trauma, anger, relationships, generational issues, or communication? I can help! I look forward to hearing from you so we can start your journey together!
Feeling stuck? Maybe you look like you have it all together on the outside — a steady career, stable relationships, people who count on you. But inside, something feels off. No matter how hard you try to change, certain patterns keep repeating. You might feel blocked, disconnected, or frustrated that all your insight hasn’t led to real relief.
I work with thoughtful, self-aware people who have done personal growth work but still feel blocked by something they can’t quite name. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, I help you uncover and understand the inner parts of yourself that carry old pain or try to protect you from it.
Feeling stuck? Maybe you look like you have it all together on the outside — a steady career, stable relationships, people who count on you. But inside, something feels off. No matter how hard you try to change, certain patterns keep repeating. You might feel blocked, disconnected, or frustrated that all your insight hasn’t led to real relief.
I work with thoughtful, self-aware people who have done personal growth work but still feel blocked by something they can’t quite name. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, I help you uncover and understand the inner parts of yourself that carry old pain or try to protect you from it.
I believe therapy should be more than teaching you to cope with your symptoms. My approach is focused on helping you experience long-lasting healing and growth. Trauma, unexpected events, and even our genetics can make life really difficult at times, but their effects don’t have to be permanent. Together, we will get to the root of whatever holds you back so that you can feel more like yourself again.
I believe therapy should be more than teaching you to cope with your symptoms. My approach is focused on helping you experience long-lasting healing and growth. Trauma, unexpected events, and even our genetics can make life really difficult at times, but their effects don’t have to be permanent. Together, we will get to the root of whatever holds you back so that you can feel more like yourself again.
If you are looking for a therapist who can provide the necessary support and guidance to help your child or teen overcome mental health struggles, look no further!
I take a unique approach to therapy, incorporating pop culture and humor into my sessions with clients. I am skillful in combining a child's or teen's interests into their sessions to make therapy fun and engaging! This combination allows me to help children and teens feel empowered and take ownership of lasting change. I also work with parents as well.
If you are looking for a therapist who can provide the necessary support and guidance to help your child or teen overcome mental health struggles, look no further!
I take a unique approach to therapy, incorporating pop culture and humor into my sessions with clients. I am skillful in combining a child's or teen's interests into their sessions to make therapy fun and engaging! This combination allows me to help children and teens feel empowered and take ownership of lasting change. I also work with parents as well.
Emily Benson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RPT-S, SEP
4 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55436
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a SEP providing Somatic Experiencing, Somatic Touch/Table Work and Sand Tray to adolescents and adults.
The most common feedback I get from clients is that they can tell that I love what I do. They are so right! I believe it is a strength, not a deficit, to reach out to someone for help and support. Whether it's acute trauma, behavioral issues, or adjustment to difficult life circumstances, being heard and supported in a therapeutic setting can make a world of difference. My approach with clients is to meet them where they are, determine where they want to be, and to be an empathic witness for them in their healing journey.
I'm a SEP providing Somatic Experiencing, Somatic Touch/Table Work and Sand Tray to adolescents and adults.
The most common feedback I get from clients is that they can tell that I love what I do. They are so right! I believe it is a strength, not a deficit, to reach out to someone for help and support. Whether it's acute trauma, behavioral issues, or adjustment to difficult life circumstances, being heard and supported in a therapeutic setting can make a world of difference. My approach with clients is to meet them where they are, determine where they want to be, and to be an empathic witness for them in their healing journey.
I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults increase their emotional and behavioral regulation for anxiety disorders, OCD, and early childhood behavioral challenges.
I utilize empirically supported treatments such as Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), Behavior Analysis, SPACE, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and much more in order to help client’s expand their coping strategies and increase their ability to reach desired goals.
I specialize in helping children, teens, and adults increase their emotional and behavioral regulation for anxiety disorders, OCD, and early childhood behavioral challenges.
I utilize empirically supported treatments such as Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), Behavior Analysis, SPACE, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and much more in order to help client’s expand their coping strategies and increase their ability to reach desired goals.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.