Psychodynamic Therapists in Virginia, MN

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Nourished Counseling & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Virginia, MN 55792
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range ! We are a new company with experienced clinicians providing outpatient mental health therapy services for teens and adults out of our new renovated office spaces in the Olcott Plaza in Virginia, MN.
Nourished Counseling & Wellness is excited offer individual, family, and couples counseling to the Iron Range ! We are a new company with experienced clinicians providing outpatient mental health therapy services for teens and adults out of our new renovated office spaces in the Olcott Plaza in Virginia, MN.
(218) 514-7594 View (218) 514-7594
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Sherri M. Herman
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I draw from evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based practices.
You feel like it's all on your shoulders and you're constantly failing. You're used to making things happen, but inside you feel lonely, anxious, and like a shell of a person. You grew up in a family where there was some love but asking for help is still so hard... you feel like a burden. Even now, with all you've done, you people-please, overthink every decision, and feel like you're never enough. You desperately want peace and energy... to feel whole, confident, and full of vitality again. If you're ready to go deeper than talk therapy and make real changes to how you live, sleep, eat, and connect, I'm here to help.
I draw from evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Counseling, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based practices.
You feel like it's all on your shoulders and you're constantly failing. You're used to making things happen, but inside you feel lonely, anxious, and like a shell of a person. You grew up in a family where there was some love but asking for help is still so hard... you feel like a burden. Even now, with all you've done, you people-please, overthink every decision, and feel like you're never enough. You desperately want peace and energy... to feel whole, confident, and full of vitality again. If you're ready to go deeper than talk therapy and make real changes to how you live, sleep, eat, and connect, I'm here to help.
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Janine A Hill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Online Only
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.
(218) 228-0016 View (218) 228-0016

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Well
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMFT
Hibbing, MN 55746
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.  We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless.  Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
Well was created with the purpose of helping individuals, couples, and families grow independently and as a whole.  We realize that life has its challenges and can sometimes feel overwhelming and unrelenting, which may leave us feeling hopeless.  Other times life may have us feeling stuck and needing someone to walk along side us as we seek understanding.
(218) 322-1293 View (218) 322-1293
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Charlene Colwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Hibbing, MN 55746
Primary Therapy approaches: IFS, ERP, and EMDR. I also provide consultation for OCD therapy providers. Do you feel anxious, stressed, perfectionistic, self critical, bothered by repetitive anxious thoughts or stuck in past painful memories and hurts? Do you want to learn how to experience more peace, calm, and clarity on the inside so you can live more authentically, confidently, and compassionately? When working together in therapy we will explore your personal goals as well as aim towards you having a better relationship with yourself to live a more harmonious and peaceful life.
Primary Therapy approaches: IFS, ERP, and EMDR. I also provide consultation for OCD therapy providers. Do you feel anxious, stressed, perfectionistic, self critical, bothered by repetitive anxious thoughts or stuck in past painful memories and hurts? Do you want to learn how to experience more peace, calm, and clarity on the inside so you can live more authentically, confidently, and compassionately? When working together in therapy we will explore your personal goals as well as aim towards you having a better relationship with yourself to live a more harmonious and peaceful life.
(218) 297-7679 View (218) 297-7679
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Kind Mind Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Hibbing, MN 55746
Attachment oriented psychodynamic counseling to meet you where you’re at while digging deep to the depths of your psyche for the healing work.
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.
Attachment oriented psychodynamic counseling to meet you where you’re at while digging deep to the depths of your psyche for the healing work.
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.
(218) 748-8750 View (218) 748-8750

Online Therapists

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Sharon Davern
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, LMFT
Online Only
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
(865) 419-7957 View (865) 419-7957
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Bruce E Fischer
Psychologist, PhD, LP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
I've been working with adults and teens for over 49 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.
(612) 223-7345 View (612) 223-7345
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Dr. Allison Pisapia
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Duluth, MN 55807
I am trained to utilize both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches and create an approach that is unique to each individual.
I am skilled at working with children and adolescents and their families to enhance communication, develop lasting interpersonal and coping skills, and ease the transition to college. I also enjoy helping individuals in the transition to parenthood. We will identify patterns of thinking and doing things that may be unhelpful and work to change them.
I am trained to utilize both cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches and create an approach that is unique to each individual.
I am skilled at working with children and adolescents and their families to enhance communication, develop lasting interpersonal and coping skills, and ease the transition to college. I also enjoy helping individuals in the transition to parenthood. We will identify patterns of thinking and doing things that may be unhelpful and work to change them.
(218) 261-7718 View (218) 261-7718
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Laurie J Beyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Duluth, MN 55802
I enjoy working with people and helping them better understand and cope with life challenges in the pursuit of healthy living. I am comfortable treating issues of family relations/conflict, mood disorders, grief and loss, as well as an array of adolescent issues. My strengths are looking at each individual and connecting their stories in the effort to find wholeness.
I enjoy working with people and helping them better understand and cope with life challenges in the pursuit of healthy living. I am comfortable treating issues of family relations/conflict, mood disorders, grief and loss, as well as an array of adolescent issues. My strengths are looking at each individual and connecting their stories in the effort to find wholeness.
(218) 550-5688 View (218) 550-5688
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Daniel Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Online Only
Life demands tremendous effort and intention to navigate; but balanced mental health does not have to be a mystery. Together we will find the path to the change you seek. Perhaps you don't know what direction your life is headed or are stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns. You may suffer depression, anxiety, worry, have struggles with relationships, and feel burdened by life. However, your life can be changed in a profound way to help you achieve wellness. Or perhaps you feel an urgent need to deepen your understanding of yourself?
Life demands tremendous effort and intention to navigate; but balanced mental health does not have to be a mystery. Together we will find the path to the change you seek. Perhaps you don't know what direction your life is headed or are stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns. You may suffer depression, anxiety, worry, have struggles with relationships, and feel burdened by life. However, your life can be changed in a profound way to help you achieve wellness. Or perhaps you feel an urgent need to deepen your understanding of yourself?
(612) 421-0197 View (612) 421-0197
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Kathryn Pratt
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Online Only
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.
(651) 299-6324 View (651) 299-6324
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Megan Ferge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I come here believing this: the relationship we have with ourselves is the center of how we show up in the world and experience all aspects of life. It's quite common that we all could use some repair with this relationship from time to time. I work with young adults and any individuals who are struggling with understanding who they are and where they fit into the world. This may include difficulties with depression, anxiety, interpersonal/family conflicts, trauma, adjustments towards change in life and stress. You can leave therapy better understanding yourself, equipped with internal and external resources, and feel more capable.
I come here believing this: the relationship we have with ourselves is the center of how we show up in the world and experience all aspects of life. It's quite common that we all could use some repair with this relationship from time to time. I work with young adults and any individuals who are struggling with understanding who they are and where they fit into the world. This may include difficulties with depression, anxiety, interpersonal/family conflicts, trauma, adjustments towards change in life and stress. You can leave therapy better understanding yourself, equipped with internal and external resources, and feel more capable.
(218) 309-5572 View (218) 309-5572
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Lori Aleknavicius
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Duluth, MN 55802
I am a licensed psychologist who has extensive therapy experience treating children, adolescents, adults and families in a wide variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, residential, and school settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy services to, as well as conducted psychological evaluations on, children, adolescents, adults and families of varying cultures, ethnicities, religions affiliations, sexual orientations, and levels of socioeconomic status. My areas of expertise include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, relational problems,and disorders usually diagnosed during childhood. I value each client as a unique individual and tailor my treatment approaches based on individual characteristics.
I am a licensed psychologist who has extensive therapy experience treating children, adolescents, adults and families in a wide variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, residential, and school settings. I have provided individual, family and group therapy services to, as well as conducted psychological evaluations on, children, adolescents, adults and families of varying cultures, ethnicities, religions affiliations, sexual orientations, and levels of socioeconomic status. My areas of expertise include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, relational problems,and disorders usually diagnosed during childhood. I value each client as a unique individual and tailor my treatment approaches based on individual characteristics.
(949) 393-4219 View (949) 393-4219
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New Leaf Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Online Only
Hi there! I’m Victoria, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a MN Social Work Board approved supervisor based in the Hermantown-Duluth, MN area. My role as a therapist is to guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I truly care about my clients’ well-being and strive to create an open and caring environment. I understand that coming to therapy can leave people feeling vulnerable but know that we will work together to address the concerns and stressor in your life.
Hi there! I’m Victoria, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a MN Social Work Board approved supervisor based in the Hermantown-Duluth, MN area. My role as a therapist is to guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I truly care about my clients’ well-being and strive to create an open and caring environment. I understand that coming to therapy can leave people feeling vulnerable but know that we will work together to address the concerns and stressor in your life.
(218) 215-4225 View (218) 215-4225
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Morgan Flaherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MSEd
2 Endorsed
Duluth, MN 55802
Narrative, Emotion-Focused, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic and Relational are my most commonly used treatment modalities for talk therapy.
While I consider myself to be diverse in the populations I work with, I have a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing trauma, grief, difficulties with emotional regulation, and relationship issues. When trauma presents alongside loss, it can be complicated and confusing to sort through. It is my priority to ensure that your story be witnessed through a lens of compassion, curiosity, and fairness. It is my personal mission to create a non-judge mental and inviting space for every person that is looking to heal, and I believe this is accomplished primarily through creating a strong therapeutic relationship.
Narrative, Emotion-Focused, Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic and Relational are my most commonly used treatment modalities for talk therapy.
While I consider myself to be diverse in the populations I work with, I have a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing trauma, grief, difficulties with emotional regulation, and relationship issues. When trauma presents alongside loss, it can be complicated and confusing to sort through. It is my priority to ensure that your story be witnessed through a lens of compassion, curiosity, and fairness. It is my personal mission to create a non-judge mental and inviting space for every person that is looking to heal, and I believe this is accomplished primarily through creating a strong therapeutic relationship.
(218) 522-8760 View (218) 522-8760
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Michael Kris Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Online Only
Life is a journey toward self-discovery and we are faced with many challenges on that journey. In my role as both guide & companion along the way, I offer insight, increased understanding, & the skills to navigate through the obstacles on your path. I believe we all have a gift. As Picasso stated: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away”. My passion is guiding others toward that journey of continued self-discovery: working through the impasses, the resistance to personal growth. Understanding that we do grow, not inspite of those issues, but because of them: relying on inner resilience.
Life is a journey toward self-discovery and we are faced with many challenges on that journey. In my role as both guide & companion along the way, I offer insight, increased understanding, & the skills to navigate through the obstacles on your path. I believe we all have a gift. As Picasso stated: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away”. My passion is guiding others toward that journey of continued self-discovery: working through the impasses, the resistance to personal growth. Understanding that we do grow, not inspite of those issues, but because of them: relying on inner resilience.
(218) 231-6099 View (218) 231-6099
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Mara Stommes
Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I find that we seek out therapy when what has worked is no longer working and we are feeling stuck, which calls us to understand ourselves differently and move towards change. While change can be uncertain, therapy can offer a deeper understanding of your authentic self and what you need. I have a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing life transitions such as academic and career change, family of origin transitions, family changes, grief and loss, interpersonal distress, trauma and relational concerns. I'm passionate about connecting with teens and adults of all backgrounds and identities.
I find that we seek out therapy when what has worked is no longer working and we are feeling stuck, which calls us to understand ourselves differently and move towards change. While change can be uncertain, therapy can offer a deeper understanding of your authentic self and what you need. I have a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing life transitions such as academic and career change, family of origin transitions, family changes, grief and loss, interpersonal distress, trauma and relational concerns. I'm passionate about connecting with teens and adults of all backgrounds and identities.
(218) 392-9055 View (218) 392-9055
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Jennifer N White
Psychologist, MA, LP
Duluth, MN 55804
My preference is to work with the adult population. I work well with trauma recovery for both victims and offenders. I am well versed in working with addictions issues. I believe that each individual has the resources they need to cope with the issues of their life and be the person they would like to be, stored within them. At times it is difficult to assess these resources when needed or desired. Come learn how to access your inner resources.
My preference is to work with the adult population. I work well with trauma recovery for both victims and offenders. I am well versed in working with addictions issues. I believe that each individual has the resources they need to cope with the issues of their life and be the person they would like to be, stored within them. At times it is difficult to assess these resources when needed or desired. Come learn how to access your inner resources.
(218) 249-1128 View (218) 249-1128
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Alexis Jacobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CT
Two Harbors, MN 55616
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. My passion lies in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, chronic and terminal illness, and trauma. With over a decade of direct experience in healthcare, end-of-life care, and emergency services, I am especially committed to providing compassionate support to first responders—including dispatchers, EMS personnel, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and rescue teams—as well as healthcare professionals, death care professionals, and their families.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. My passion lies in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, chronic and terminal illness, and trauma. With over a decade of direct experience in healthcare, end-of-life care, and emergency services, I am especially committed to providing compassionate support to first responders—including dispatchers, EMS personnel, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and rescue teams—as well as healthcare professionals, death care professionals, and their families.
(218) 514-5323 View (218) 514-5323

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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.