Family Therapists in Virginia, MN
Because I’ve worked in both medical and school environments, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when life challenges stack up—whether that’s health issues, family stress, or emotional burnout.
I hold a certification in TF-CBT- This is an evince-based practice that works with children ages 3-18 who have experiences a traumatic event as well as their caregivers. The combines CBT and Trauma sensitive approaches.
I also deliver services with a recovery orientated lens while using an attachment and internal family systems lens.
Because I’ve worked in both medical and school environments, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when life challenges stack up—whether that’s health issues, family stress, or emotional burnout.
I hold a certification in TF-CBT- This is an evince-based practice that works with children ages 3-18 who have experiences a traumatic event as well as their caregivers. The combines CBT and Trauma sensitive approaches.
I also deliver services with a recovery orientated lens while using an attachment and internal family systems lens.
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range !
Asking for help and taking the first step can be difficult. We are here to help you nourish your personal goals and walk beside you on your wellness journey.
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range !
Asking for help and taking the first step can be difficult. We are here to help you nourish your personal goals and walk beside you on your wellness journey.
Providing individual (adults) and couples therapy and diagnostic assessments. Experienced in outpatient, inpatient, residential, in-school, and in-home therapy settings. Experienced in co-facilitating MI/CD groups (mental illness/chemical dependency) and rehabilitation (previous work in CTSS, ARMHS, and ACT). 25 years experience working in human services; 20 years experience working in mental health.
Providing individual (adults) and couples therapy and diagnostic assessments. Experienced in outpatient, inpatient, residential, in-school, and in-home therapy settings. Experienced in co-facilitating MI/CD groups (mental illness/chemical dependency) and rehabilitation (previous work in CTSS, ARMHS, and ACT). 25 years experience working in human services; 20 years experience working in mental health.
Managing emotion, processing change, anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief, health concerns, managing mania/hypomania, and reducing panic, stress, and the impact of trauma.
Many of the individuals I work with struggle with managing daily life stressors. This may be due to experiencing a traumatic childhood, recovering from a recent traumatic event, or having trouble juggling the demands placed on them. Many people find themselves stuck or “going through the motions” and are looking for validation that they are not alone as well as help with finding hope and a purpose in their lives.
Managing emotion, processing change, anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief, health concerns, managing mania/hypomania, and reducing panic, stress, and the impact of trauma.
Many of the individuals I work with struggle with managing daily life stressors. This may be due to experiencing a traumatic childhood, recovering from a recent traumatic event, or having trouble juggling the demands placed on them. Many people find themselves stuck or “going through the motions” and are looking for validation that they are not alone as well as help with finding hope and a purpose in their lives.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and couples on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. I work with individuals aged 13 and older who struggle with symptoms related to unresolved trauma, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and OCD. I create a safe and compassionate space where individuals can explore their innermost thoughts and emotions. My goal is to empower clients to tap into their inner resilience and cultivate a sense of wholeness.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and couples on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. I work with individuals aged 13 and older who struggle with symptoms related to unresolved trauma, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and OCD. I create a safe and compassionate space where individuals can explore their innermost thoughts and emotions. My goal is to empower clients to tap into their inner resilience and cultivate a sense of wholeness.
I have over 13 years experience in the mental health field working with adults, teens, and children/ families of diverse backgrounds and living situations.
I have worked with adults, adolescents, elders and children. I am comfortable working with anyone, but especially people who have experienced trauma, are in crisis, are struggling with substance use, are LGBTQ+, are Indigenous, are Autistic, have ADHD, or have Borderline Personality Disorder to name a few. While we are each unique communities, I have found myself to be well atuned to the needs and goals of my Indigenous clients as I am indigenous myself and get to practice my culture. My clients' goals usually include an increased feeling of security/safety, community integration, & relationship or interpersonal effectiveness.
I have over 13 years experience in the mental health field working with adults, teens, and children/ families of diverse backgrounds and living situations.
I have worked with adults, adolescents, elders and children. I am comfortable working with anyone, but especially people who have experienced trauma, are in crisis, are struggling with substance use, are LGBTQ+, are Indigenous, are Autistic, have ADHD, or have Borderline Personality Disorder to name a few. While we are each unique communities, I have found myself to be well atuned to the needs and goals of my Indigenous clients as I am indigenous myself and get to practice my culture. My clients' goals usually include an increased feeling of security/safety, community integration, & relationship or interpersonal effectiveness.
Licensed in MN and WI, with over 25 years supporting children, families, and individuals.
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.
Licensed in MN and WI, with over 25 years supporting children, families, and individuals.
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.
My passion is helping individuals, families and couples find ways which support the desired growth and change they are seeking.
I offer a supportive and comfortable environment which promotes feelings of calmness, healing, growth and safety. My hope for all clients is to keep moving forward, even when it feels like it would be easier to just lay down and give up. I am committed to you, your wellbeing and success.
My passion is helping individuals, families and couples find ways which support the desired growth and change they are seeking.
I offer a supportive and comfortable environment which promotes feelings of calmness, healing, growth and safety. My hope for all clients is to keep moving forward, even when it feels like it would be easier to just lay down and give up. I am committed to you, your wellbeing and success.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.
I believe in using a client-centered and strength-based approach to support clients with evidence-based practices to identify and address complex social, emotional, and behavioral issues, related to anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders, and more, to empower my clients to get them to where they want to be.
I am deeply committed to supporting individuals and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.
I believe in using a client-centered and strength-based approach to support clients with evidence-based practices to identify and address complex social, emotional, and behavioral issues, related to anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders, and more, to empower my clients to get them to where they want to be.
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Kind Mind reserves the right to be exceptionally kind regardless of gender, age, race, religion, ethnicity, past actions, political outlook, sexual orientation, social status, class, appearance, language, or occupation. Kind Mind Center believes in the innate ability of all people to reach their fullest potential as a creative, compassionate, and conscious being. Kind Mind Center provides dedicated and professional integrative health, mental health & substance abuse therapeutic services with a person-centered professional approach, serving all people, from all walks of life, with compassion, dignity & respect.
Kind Mind reserves the right to be exceptionally kind regardless of gender, age, race, religion, ethnicity, past actions, political outlook, sexual orientation, social status, class, appearance, language, or occupation. Kind Mind Center believes in the innate ability of all people to reach their fullest potential as a creative, compassionate, and conscious being. Kind Mind Center provides dedicated and professional integrative health, mental health & substance abuse therapeutic services with a person-centered professional approach, serving all people, from all walks of life, with compassion, dignity & respect.
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.
Welcome. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. My work focuses on helping you build practical tools for emotional regulation, deeper self-awareness, and healthier relationships.
Together, we’ll explore patterns with curiosity and clarity, strengthening your capacity for resilience, compassion, and meaningful change. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Welcome. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. My work focuses on helping you build practical tools for emotional regulation, deeper self-awareness, and healthier relationships.
Together, we’ll explore patterns with curiosity and clarity, strengthening your capacity for resilience, compassion, and meaningful change. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
As a Master of Social Work from Aurora University, I completed a clinical and forensic concentration, which equipped me to provide a range of therapeutic services to individuals, families, and communities.
Drawing on a range of theoretical frameworks and evidence-based practices to identify and address the complex social, emotional, and behavioral issues that clients may be facing, I am trained to work with a diverse range of populations, including those who have experienced trauma, abuse, or other forms of adversity.
As a Master of Social Work from Aurora University, I completed a clinical and forensic concentration, which equipped me to provide a range of therapeutic services to individuals, families, and communities.
Drawing on a range of theoretical frameworks and evidence-based practices to identify and address the complex social, emotional, and behavioral issues that clients may be facing, I am trained to work with a diverse range of populations, including those who have experienced trauma, abuse, or other forms of adversity.
My experience also includes working with children and families, having provided therapy at Naytahwaush Community Charter School, where I supported clients through abuse, trauma, and crisis situations.
Welcome! I’m Donna Olsen, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Beacon of Strength Mental Health Services. With over seven years of experience as a therapist, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate life’s toughest challenges with compassion and understanding. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, and I draw from evidence-based practices like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), especially when working with trauma survivors.
My experience also includes working with children and families, having provided therapy at Naytahwaush Community Charter School, where I supported clients through abuse, trauma, and crisis situations.
Welcome! I’m Donna Olsen, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Beacon of Strength Mental Health Services. With over seven years of experience as a therapist, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate life’s toughest challenges with compassion and understanding. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, and I draw from evidence-based practices like Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), especially when working with trauma survivors.
I profoundly believe in forming a strong therapeutic relationship and hope to utilize various theoretical skills to meet the unique needs of each client and their family.
I have my Master's degree in the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program from Capella University and am working toward licensure in Minnesota. I have my BA in Psychology with a concentration on child and adolescent development at Southern New Hampshire University.
I profoundly believe in forming a strong therapeutic relationship and hope to utilize various theoretical skills to meet the unique needs of each client and their family.
I have my Master's degree in the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program from Capella University and am working toward licensure in Minnesota. I have my BA in Psychology with a concentration on child and adolescent development at Southern New Hampshire University.
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.
We believe therapy ought to be a place of vulnerability, acceptance, growth, and a process of discovering who we are. As therapists we recognize each person as an individual with their own story, beliefs, and obstacles, and our intention is to both see you in this light and guide you through this experience.
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.
We believe therapy ought to be a place of vulnerability, acceptance, growth, and a process of discovering who we are. As therapists we recognize each person as an individual with their own story, beliefs, and obstacles, and our intention is to both see you in this light and guide you through this experience.
Online Therapists
Up North Therapy- Ashley Belanger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, QSP
1 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55805
What We Offer: Individual therapy for children, teens, and adults; Couples and family therapy; School-based services; Art therapy and somatic approaches alongside traditional talk therapy; EMDR and Brian spotting.
At Up North Therapy, I believe healing works best when people feel truly seen, heard, and safe to be themselves. Life up here can be quiet and beautiful—but it can also be isolating, overwhelming, and heavy in ways that are easy to carry alone for too long.
I strive to offer a calm, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences without judgment. Together, we focus on building insight, emotional regulation, and confidence, while honoring your history and what has helped you survive so far. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or your child, my goal is to help you feel more grounded and connected.
What We Offer: Individual therapy for children, teens, and adults; Couples and family therapy; School-based services; Art therapy and somatic approaches alongside traditional talk therapy; EMDR and Brian spotting.
At Up North Therapy, I believe healing works best when people feel truly seen, heard, and safe to be themselves. Life up here can be quiet and beautiful—but it can also be isolating, overwhelming, and heavy in ways that are easy to carry alone for too long.
I strive to offer a calm, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences without judgment. Together, we focus on building insight, emotional regulation, and confidence, while honoring your history and what has helped you survive so far. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or your child, my goal is to help you feel more grounded and connected.
I tailor my approach to each client, drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities. My therapeutic style is emotionally focused and integrates somatic and holistic practices within a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered framework
I have experience supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, personality disorders, attachment challenges, grief, neurodivergence, and PTSD. My work is socially informed and responsive to the systemic and community factors shaping the experiences of BIPOC, immigrant, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I am a Certified Grief-Informed Professional and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
I tailor my approach to each client, drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities. My therapeutic style is emotionally focused and integrates somatic and holistic practices within a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered framework
I have experience supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, personality disorders, attachment challenges, grief, neurodivergence, and PTSD. My work is socially informed and responsive to the systemic and community factors shaping the experiences of BIPOC, immigrant, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I am a Certified Grief-Informed Professional and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
We live in a complex world, one that can be messy, hard and full of joy. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, even stuck, and needing support to work toward the changes you want in your life.
I work with couples of all orientations and meet you wherever you find yourself in your relationship, be it at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end. I believe there is always room for growth. I also work with individuals, especially those navigating major life transitions. No matter where you are, we can work together to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where you can discover what you want your life to look like.
We live in a complex world, one that can be messy, hard and full of joy. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, even stuck, and needing support to work toward the changes you want in your life.
I work with couples of all orientations and meet you wherever you find yourself in your relationship, be it at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end. I believe there is always room for growth. I also work with individuals, especially those navigating major life transitions. No matter where you are, we can work together to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where you can discover what you want your life to look like.
Many of my clients are accomplished people — individuals, couples, and families — who find themselves quietly unsettled despite doing everything right.
My work is grounded in a humanistic, insight-oriented approach. Rather than focusing on labels or symptom management, we explore what's driving the experience — the patterns, the meaning, and what you actually want. I also offer Brainspotting, a body-based method that can reach what words alone sometimes cannot.
Many of my clients are accomplished people — individuals, couples, and families — who find themselves quietly unsettled despite doing everything right.
My work is grounded in a humanistic, insight-oriented approach. Rather than focusing on labels or symptom management, we explore what's driving the experience — the patterns, the meaning, and what you actually want. I also offer Brainspotting, a body-based method that can reach what words alone sometimes cannot.
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FAQ - About Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.