Carelon Behavioral Health Therapists in Virginia, MN
Clients come to me seeking more than talk therapy—they’re looking for a safe, grounded space to be truly seen and supported. With 25+ years of social work experience, I bring clinical expertise and a compassionate, collaborative approach. I specialize in trauma, interpersonal conflict, anxiety and depression, and caregiver support, using somatic practices and polyvagal theory to promote lasting change. In my North Shore setting, clients find space to rest, reflect, and reconnect—gaining insight, releasing old patterns, and building a more peaceful, empowered life.
Clients come to me seeking more than talk therapy—they’re looking for a safe, grounded space to be truly seen and supported. With 25+ years of social work experience, I bring clinical expertise and a compassionate, collaborative approach. I specialize in trauma, interpersonal conflict, anxiety and depression, and caregiver support, using somatic practices and polyvagal theory to promote lasting change. In my North Shore setting, clients find space to rest, reflect, and reconnect—gaining insight, releasing old patterns, and building a more peaceful, empowered life.
In the last 27 years I have worked with clients who have sought to make changes in their lives. I have extensive experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues and grief and loss. My passion is helping individuals, families and couples find ways which support the desired growth and change they are seeking. I focus on individual, couple or family strengths brought into sessions as a building place for the onset of healing and change to take place. My collaborative and straightforward approach with clients has empowered them to take needed steps to achieve their goals.
In the last 27 years I have worked with clients who have sought to make changes in their lives. I have extensive experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues and grief and loss. My passion is helping individuals, families and couples find ways which support the desired growth and change they are seeking. I focus on individual, couple or family strengths brought into sessions as a building place for the onset of healing and change to take place. My collaborative and straightforward approach with clients has empowered them to take needed steps to achieve their goals.
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You know something needs to change-but insight alone isn’t cutting it. Let’s get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck and retrain the brain to heal. Life can be challenging, and we all need some help navigating the tough parts at times. I’m glad you’re here. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, relationship issues, and behavioral challenges. My approach is brain-based and person-centered—focused on helping you understand the root causes of what’s keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll work as a team to build insight, shift patterns, and move toward healing and personal growth.
You know something needs to change-but insight alone isn’t cutting it. Let’s get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck and retrain the brain to heal. Life can be challenging, and we all need some help navigating the tough parts at times. I’m glad you’re here. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, relationship issues, and behavioral challenges. My approach is brain-based and person-centered—focused on helping you understand the root causes of what’s keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll work as a team to build insight, shift patterns, and move toward healing and personal growth.
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I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota and Tennessee. I have 40 years of experience.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to make a commitment to themselves to address their difficulties. Being open and honest to seek ways to enhance their lives. I am very direct and interactive with people and love to help people get to the root of their issues and resolve them. It is brave and hard work for people but I will walk that road with you. I provide only virtual (on camera) therapy and the feedback about this has been great. People dont have to leave work or get childcare
I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota and Tennessee. I have 40 years of experience.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to make a commitment to themselves to address their difficulties. Being open and honest to seek ways to enhance their lives. I am very direct and interactive with people and love to help people get to the root of their issues and resolve them. It is brave and hard work for people but I will walk that road with you. I provide only virtual (on camera) therapy and the feedback about this has been great. People dont have to leave work or get childcare
I am glad you took the first step into therapy by looking into the Rula platform. I specialize in working with kids, families, and adults experiencing issues including current and past trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and behavioral issues. I hope that you and I can work together to find a path to a new, more fulfilling future, and I look forward to talking with you soon.
I am glad you took the first step into therapy by looking into the Rula platform. I specialize in working with kids, families, and adults experiencing issues including current and past trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and behavioral issues. I hope that you and I can work together to find a path to a new, more fulfilling future, and I look forward to talking with you soon.
I use a variety of modalities and theories, tailoring each to fit the client's needs. I practice with a trauma-focused, strength-based, person-centered approach and believe the client is the most intricate part of the therapeutic process. I have a background and interest in working with individuals who struggle with complex trauma, personality disorders, ADHD, attachment issues, and PTSD. I am socially informed and knowledgeable on the community and societal issues experienced by BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I use a variety of modalities and theories, tailoring each to fit the client's needs. I practice with a trauma-focused, strength-based, person-centered approach and believe the client is the most intricate part of the therapeutic process. I have a background and interest in working with individuals who struggle with complex trauma, personality disorders, ADHD, attachment issues, and PTSD. I am socially informed and knowledgeable on the community and societal issues experienced by BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
My name is Laura Birnbaum and I have my license as an Independent/Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have special interests in supporting people through grief and loss, domestic violence and emotional/psychological abuse.
My name is Laura Birnbaum and I have my license as an Independent/Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have special interests in supporting people through grief and loss, domestic violence and emotional/psychological abuse.
Accepting new clients.
I provide counseling services for adults facing changes, stressors, or ongoing mental health issues. I work to provide clients with an environment where they can rediscover their voices and restore their personal power. When we use our unique voice, we can confidently create and implement tailored solutions to our problems.
Accepting new clients.
I provide counseling services for adults facing changes, stressors, or ongoing mental health issues. I work to provide clients with an environment where they can rediscover their voices and restore their personal power. When we use our unique voice, we can confidently create and implement tailored solutions to our problems.
Many of the people I work with feel like they’ve been holding everything together on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside. They’re carrying the weight of old experiences, navigating relationship stress, or feeling overwhelmed by emotions that seem too big to manage. They often feel stuck in patterns they can’t name or disconnected from themselves and the people they care about. My approach is warm, steady, and collaborative—focused on helping you understand your patterns and reconnect with yourself.
Many of the people I work with feel like they’ve been holding everything together on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside. They’re carrying the weight of old experiences, navigating relationship stress, or feeling overwhelmed by emotions that seem too big to manage. They often feel stuck in patterns they can’t name or disconnected from themselves and the people they care about. My approach is warm, steady, and collaborative—focused on helping you understand your patterns and reconnect with yourself.
Practicing since 2009. Khalea specializes in somatic work connecting the body with thoughts and emotions in order to learn, grow and overcome trauma. With her kind yet straightforward way of communicating she often pairs yogic mindfulness with DBT skills, is solution focused and also believes in honoring what is coming up. She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
Practicing since 2009. Khalea specializes in somatic work connecting the body with thoughts and emotions in order to learn, grow and overcome trauma. With her kind yet straightforward way of communicating she often pairs yogic mindfulness with DBT skills, is solution focused and also believes in honoring what is coming up. She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
I work with adults who are deeply exhausted from holding themselves together—people who feel everything intensely and live with chronic anxiety, emotional overwhelm, OCD, trauma, or relationship struggles. Many have tried therapy before and left feeling unseen, mislabeled, or told they're "too much" or simply need better coping skills. My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware, and capable, yet stuck in patterns that keep repeating despite years of insight, especially in relationships, emotional regulation, identity, and self-worth.
I work with adults who are deeply exhausted from holding themselves together—people who feel everything intensely and live with chronic anxiety, emotional overwhelm, OCD, trauma, or relationship struggles. Many have tried therapy before and left feeling unseen, mislabeled, or told they're "too much" or simply need better coping skills. My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware, and capable, yet stuck in patterns that keep repeating despite years of insight, especially in relationships, emotional regulation, identity, and self-worth.
Hello! My name is Shana Roberts and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I work primarily with children, teens and young adults experiencing difficulties with the impacts of trauma, depression and anxiety. Utilizing a person-centered lens as as well a trauma lens, I believe everyone is the expert of their own lives. My passion is working with the children, teens and young adults of this world. I primarily provide trauma-focused services. We are a team and we will work together to determine what feels best for you.
Hello! My name is Shana Roberts and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I work primarily with children, teens and young adults experiencing difficulties with the impacts of trauma, depression and anxiety. Utilizing a person-centered lens as as well a trauma lens, I believe everyone is the expert of their own lives. My passion is working with the children, teens and young adults of this world. I primarily provide trauma-focused services. We are a team and we will work together to determine what feels best for you.
I’m passionate about helping people who are struggling with eating disorders or feeling lost in their relationship with food and their bodies. I also work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or overwhelming life stress. I aim to create a calm, supportive space where people feel understood and not alone in what they’re facing, and where healing can unfold at a pace that feels safe, manageable, and genuinely their own.
I’m passionate about helping people who are struggling with eating disorders or feeling lost in their relationship with food and their bodies. I also work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or overwhelming life stress. I aim to create a calm, supportive space where people feel understood and not alone in what they’re facing, and where healing can unfold at a pace that feels safe, manageable, and genuinely their own.
Hello and welcome. My name is Becky Revier, and I am a professionally trained therapist who integrates Christian faith into counseling when desired. Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you’ve taken this step. As our world has changed over the past decade, many people are navigating increased uncertainty and emotional distress. Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process emotions and build practical skills for healing and forward movement.
Hello and welcome. My name is Becky Revier, and I am a professionally trained therapist who integrates Christian faith into counseling when desired. Whatever has brought you here, I’m glad you’ve taken this step. As our world has changed over the past decade, many people are navigating increased uncertainty and emotional distress. Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space to process emotions and build practical skills for healing and forward movement.
Life can feel overwhelming when you or your family are navigating emotional stress, identity changes, behavioral challenges, trauma, autism, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families while creating a supportive, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. I especially enjoy supporting neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, young parents, and those working through school, family, or emotional challenges.
Life can feel overwhelming when you or your family are navigating emotional stress, identity changes, behavioral challenges, trauma, autism, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families while creating a supportive, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. I especially enjoy supporting neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, young parents, and those working through school, family, or emotional challenges.
Hello, I am Gretchen Kafer, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Most of my clients state they start therapy because they are feeling inadequate, having relationship problems, and/or feeling exhausted from hiding how much they’re struggling inside with the complexities of anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, multiple stressors, or feeling dissatisfied with themselves or life circumstances. My job as a therapist is to help you identify and access your internal strength and power to accomplish your goals. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental, and encouraging space to work through emotions, overcome challenges, and move forward.
Hello, I am Gretchen Kafer, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Most of my clients state they start therapy because they are feeling inadequate, having relationship problems, and/or feeling exhausted from hiding how much they’re struggling inside with the complexities of anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, multiple stressors, or feeling dissatisfied with themselves or life circumstances. My job as a therapist is to help you identify and access your internal strength and power to accomplish your goals. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental, and encouraging space to work through emotions, overcome challenges, and move forward.
I know how heavy things can feel when depression, anxiety, or the echoes of trauma make even ordinary days overwhelming. Whether you're an adult juggling work, relationships, aging, or your own quiet struggles—or a woman moving through pregnancy or into new motherhood—those feelings can settle in deeply. You might carry a persistent sadness or emptiness, racing worries that steal your sleep and focus, or old triggers that leave you feeling on edge, disconnected, or like you're falling short. You're not alone in this, and reaching out is a brave, compassionate step toward the relief, peace, and connection you truly deserve.
I know how heavy things can feel when depression, anxiety, or the echoes of trauma make even ordinary days overwhelming. Whether you're an adult juggling work, relationships, aging, or your own quiet struggles—or a woman moving through pregnancy or into new motherhood—those feelings can settle in deeply. You might carry a persistent sadness or emptiness, racing worries that steal your sleep and focus, or old triggers that leave you feeling on edge, disconnected, or like you're falling short. You're not alone in this, and reaching out is a brave, compassionate step toward the relief, peace, and connection you truly deserve.
Hi, I'm Luke Tervola, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel you're having difficulty moving forward or achieving your potential? Does it seem past events continue to impact you more than you would like? If so, we may be a good fit to work together.
I work with adults aged 18+ and specialize in treating Depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and more. Together, we will work at your pace to accomplish your goals by practicing coping skills, gaining further insights into past experiences, committing to your values, reprocessing trauma, and more.
Hi, I'm Luke Tervola, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel you're having difficulty moving forward or achieving your potential? Does it seem past events continue to impact you more than you would like? If so, we may be a good fit to work together.
I work with adults aged 18+ and specialize in treating Depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and more. Together, we will work at your pace to accomplish your goals by practicing coping skills, gaining further insights into past experiences, committing to your values, reprocessing trauma, and more.
I support individuals through healing, growth and self-discovery. I enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I view each client as a gift. Each individual has individual needs. I have a special interest in neurodiversity. How our brains function fascinates and intrigues me.
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. It takes courage to take that next step.
My therapeutic style is collaborative and person-centered, drawing from evidence-based practices while honoring your lived experience. I believe that healing happens when we feel safe. I am here to walk alongside you in this process.
I support individuals through healing, growth and self-discovery. I enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I view each client as a gift. Each individual has individual needs. I have a special interest in neurodiversity. How our brains function fascinates and intrigues me.
We all need a little bit of help sometimes. It takes courage to take that next step.
My therapeutic style is collaborative and person-centered, drawing from evidence-based practices while honoring your lived experience. I believe that healing happens when we feel safe. I am here to walk alongside you in this process.
I work with clients in a collaborative, practical, and forward-focused way. My style is grounded, supportive, and goal-oriented—I believe in meeting clients where they are while actively helping them move toward where they want to be. I take time to understand how each person perceives their situation, what they find meaningful, and what they hope to change or achieve. Together, we identify clear, realistic goals and develop a plan that promotes progress.
I work with clients in a collaborative, practical, and forward-focused way. My style is grounded, supportive, and goal-oriented—I believe in meeting clients where they are while actively helping them move toward where they want to be. I take time to understand how each person perceives their situation, what they find meaningful, and what they hope to change or achieve. Together, we identify clear, realistic goals and develop a plan that promotes progress.
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Carelon Behavioral Health Therapists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling. Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy