Female Therapists in Wabasha County, MN
Dr. Pamela M. Peterson
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP
Verified Verified
Plainview, MN 55964
Waitlist for new clients
Hope and optimism can feel like they are far, far away when you are in the midst of chronic depression. A day without depression is a huge change in some people's lives.
Mental health treatment can bring optimism in the midst of pessimism and darkness. Psychotherapy introduces tools to help you cope with the exhaustion of emptiness and frustration of social anxiety. Whether your issues are related to depression or dysfunctional relationship patterns, there is hope.
Hope and optimism can feel like they are far, far away when you are in the midst of chronic depression. A day without depression is a huge change in some people's lives.
Mental health treatment can bring optimism in the midst of pessimism and darkness. Psychotherapy introduces tools to help you cope with the exhaustion of emptiness and frustration of social anxiety. Whether your issues are related to depression or dysfunctional relationship patterns, there is hope.
Investing in yourself is crucial. Life's busyness often leads to neglecting personal growth. You may have prioritized others to the point of depleting your own reserves. When inevitable issues arise, it can feel overwhelming. However, it doesn't need to be this way. Focusing on self-improvement can actually make you more present for those you care about. Therapy is a commitment to invest time, energy, and resources into bettering your life, moving you out of constant crisis mode. By working together, you'll find that while daily demands remain the same, your ability to handle them improves, reducing life's stress.
Investing in yourself is crucial. Life's busyness often leads to neglecting personal growth. You may have prioritized others to the point of depleting your own reserves. When inevitable issues arise, it can feel overwhelming. However, it doesn't need to be this way. Focusing on self-improvement can actually make you more present for those you care about. Therapy is a commitment to invest time, energy, and resources into bettering your life, moving you out of constant crisis mode. By working together, you'll find that while daily demands remain the same, your ability to handle them improves, reducing life's stress.
Since 2019, I have helped rural women and girls feel secured in their own self image and authentically seen within personal and professional relationships.
You want support and balance. Overthinking and overdoing, anxiety has control. Feelings of inadequacy makes you wonder, "will I ever be enough?" Attempting to measure up to all the expectations around you is overwhelmingly exhausting. Do better, try harder, don’t give up. "I have to succeed." Small mistakes feel big, rejection feels inevitable, and the fight to prove yourself is endless. All you want is to be seen and accepted by your friends and family. Annoyed, sad, and worried; you're burnt out. Critical self thoughts and hurtful judgement become intolerable; you feel alone and misunderstood.
Since 2019, I have helped rural women and girls feel secured in their own self image and authentically seen within personal and professional relationships.
You want support and balance. Overthinking and overdoing, anxiety has control. Feelings of inadequacy makes you wonder, "will I ever be enough?" Attempting to measure up to all the expectations around you is overwhelmingly exhausting. Do better, try harder, don’t give up. "I have to succeed." Small mistakes feel big, rejection feels inevitable, and the fight to prove yourself is endless. All you want is to be seen and accepted by your friends and family. Annoyed, sad, and worried; you're burnt out. Critical self thoughts and hurtful judgement become intolerable; you feel alone and misunderstood.
Online Therapists
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My name is Caroline and I'm thrilled to be offering ongoing individual and group supervisions for unlicensed and pre-licensed clinicians. I'm a board approved Supervisor for those working towards their LPCC and I can also provide 1/4 hours to LGSW pursuing their LICSW. To honor this, one of the greatest passions I bring to supervision is creating spaces that honor our many layers including race, gender, sexuality and many more. I want to provide supervision that isn't about hierarchies or the status-quo. However to provide an opportunity to give support, challenge you and guide you through your clinical journey.
Welcome!
My name is Caroline and I'm thrilled to be offering ongoing individual and group supervisions for unlicensed and pre-licensed clinicians. I'm a board approved Supervisor for those working towards their LPCC and I can also provide 1/4 hours to LGSW pursuing their LICSW. To honor this, one of the greatest passions I bring to supervision is creating spaces that honor our many layers including race, gender, sexuality and many more. I want to provide supervision that isn't about hierarchies or the status-quo. However to provide an opportunity to give support, challenge you and guide you through your clinical journey.
You took the first step towards therapy and getting extra support on your journey. We all experience life in different ways and sometimes we need someone there to walk alongside us. I would be honored to walk with you on your journey and offer you support as you experience what life has to offer.
My goal as your therapist is to create a therapeutic approach that is client centered and provides individual treatment plans. I will offer you a space that has compassion, respect, and safety. I believe that you are the expert in your life and your life experiences and I want to provide you with a safe environment to help navigate those.
You took the first step towards therapy and getting extra support on your journey. We all experience life in different ways and sometimes we need someone there to walk alongside us. I would be honored to walk with you on your journey and offer you support as you experience what life has to offer.
My goal as your therapist is to create a therapeutic approach that is client centered and provides individual treatment plans. I will offer you a space that has compassion, respect, and safety. I believe that you are the expert in your life and your life experiences and I want to provide you with a safe environment to help navigate those.
Tara Kline
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Hello! I am Tara. I work from a feminist and social justice framework to hold clients up as the expert in their own experience and to acknowledge the relevance of social, environmental, and generational context. I work with girls and women effected by trauma, domestic violence, emotional, physical, sexual and spiritual abuse as well as body image and disordered eating. I am a culturally/racially sensitive therapist, LGBTQIA friendly, and I practice from a non-judgmental, authentic and open-minded perspective.
Hello! I am Tara. I work from a feminist and social justice framework to hold clients up as the expert in their own experience and to acknowledge the relevance of social, environmental, and generational context. I work with girls and women effected by trauma, domestic violence, emotional, physical, sexual and spiritual abuse as well as body image and disordered eating. I am a culturally/racially sensitive therapist, LGBTQIA friendly, and I practice from a non-judgmental, authentic and open-minded perspective.
I am a Muslim, American, South Asian woman.
FREE Consultation Link ("." not "dot") hayaatidings-fari.bookafy"dot"com "I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both for restoration and healing.
I am a Muslim, American, South Asian woman.
FREE Consultation Link ("." not "dot") hayaatidings-fari.bookafy"dot"com "I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both for restoration and healing.
Colleen (Kelley) Garry Marschall
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Waitlist for new clients
Worried? Anxious? Maybe I can help. My speciality is helping people get to know and understand themselves in a way that helps manage anxiety, uncertainty, avoidance, and the pursuit of perfection. I work from a person-centered cognitive behavioral perspective, meaning we work together to change anxious thoughts and the behavior those thoughts can trigger.
Worried? Anxious? Maybe I can help. My speciality is helping people get to know and understand themselves in a way that helps manage anxiety, uncertainty, avoidance, and the pursuit of perfection. I work from a person-centered cognitive behavioral perspective, meaning we work together to change anxious thoughts and the behavior those thoughts can trigger.
It is difficult walking through life with feelings of anxiety, depression, and negative self beliefs that pull you from being present in your every day life. I believe therapy is a courageous step towards self understanding and I would love to walk this journey with you. Many of my clients experience relational problems, the weight of social comparison, trauma, and/or struggling with major decisions - all which have an impact on their life.
It is difficult walking through life with feelings of anxiety, depression, and negative self beliefs that pull you from being present in your every day life. I believe therapy is a courageous step towards self understanding and I would love to walk this journey with you. Many of my clients experience relational problems, the weight of social comparison, trauma, and/or struggling with major decisions - all which have an impact on their life.
Watching someone you love struggle can be painful. It can be hard to watch someone you love experience the ups and downs of entering recovery and then falling back into old behavior patterns. They can get caught up in their head looking for the perfect answer – or any answer – to solve their problems. Often people find themselves in an uncomfortable limbo of not knowing what to do in those moments of struggle. These are the moments that a professional outside the situation can provide a space for you to reflect and explore how to create a life with less pain and more joy.
Watching someone you love struggle can be painful. It can be hard to watch someone you love experience the ups and downs of entering recovery and then falling back into old behavior patterns. They can get caught up in their head looking for the perfect answer – or any answer – to solve their problems. Often people find themselves in an uncomfortable limbo of not knowing what to do in those moments of struggle. These are the moments that a professional outside the situation can provide a space for you to reflect and explore how to create a life with less pain and more joy.
Pamela L Dehkes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
I have a special interest but not limited to women's issues, PTSD and trauma, and healthy relationships.
I believe that the foundation of growth begins within the relationship between individual and therapist. The desire to feel seen, heard, and understood is universal and is an essential part of our overall well-being. I celebrate the courage of individuals who take steps into healing by engaging in the therapeutic process to manifest the life they desire. I am passionate about working together to ensure that you become an expert on yourself and believe in your own insight, strength, and self awareness. I believe that humor and laughter bring out our authentic selves and utilize this philosophy in my work.
I have a special interest but not limited to women's issues, PTSD and trauma, and healthy relationships.
I believe that the foundation of growth begins within the relationship between individual and therapist. The desire to feel seen, heard, and understood is universal and is an essential part of our overall well-being. I celebrate the courage of individuals who take steps into healing by engaging in the therapeutic process to manifest the life they desire. I am passionate about working together to ensure that you become an expert on yourself and believe in your own insight, strength, and self awareness. I believe that humor and laughter bring out our authentic selves and utilize this philosophy in my work.
My name is Amy Thorson, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) based in Minnesota and work with clients statewide via telehealth. My approach to therapy is individualized and varies based on a client's current needs and future needs. My approach to therapy can change throughout the course of treatment if a client's needs change. I plan to incorporate Accelerated Resolution Therapy into my practice. I also use treatment assignments and therapeutic tools that can be worked on between sessions to optimize a client's outcomes and help them achieve their goals.
My name is Amy Thorson, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) based in Minnesota and work with clients statewide via telehealth. My approach to therapy is individualized and varies based on a client's current needs and future needs. My approach to therapy can change throughout the course of treatment if a client's needs change. I plan to incorporate Accelerated Resolution Therapy into my practice. I also use treatment assignments and therapeutic tools that can be worked on between sessions to optimize a client's outcomes and help them achieve their goals.
Dr. Ostergaard is an experienced licensed practitioner with specialized training in neuropsychology. She has been a licensed practitioner since 2006 and completed her fellowship training in pediatric neuropsychology through the University of Minnesota Medical School’s Division of Pediatric Clinical Neuroscience. Her research and clinical interests have focused on traumatic brain injury (TBI) assessment and recovery. Additional interests include treatment for ADHD, oppositional behavior, adjustment, anxiety, depression, and parent coaching utilizing a combination of behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and play therapy techniques.
Dr. Ostergaard is an experienced licensed practitioner with specialized training in neuropsychology. She has been a licensed practitioner since 2006 and completed her fellowship training in pediatric neuropsychology through the University of Minnesota Medical School’s Division of Pediatric Clinical Neuroscience. Her research and clinical interests have focused on traumatic brain injury (TBI) assessment and recovery. Additional interests include treatment for ADHD, oppositional behavior, adjustment, anxiety, depression, and parent coaching utilizing a combination of behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and play therapy techniques.
Bryn Hennessy
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Waitlist for new clients
I believe all people have inherent strength, wisdom, and worthiness. Yet sometimes we find ourselves stuck, lost, bereft, or confused. In childhood, we sensibly develop habits that get us through particular circumstances, but sometimes we outgrow those habits and are not sure how else to live. Therapy can help us more fully understand these patterns and learn new ways of being. Through therapy, we can actively choose how we want to live and relate to others.
I believe all people have inherent strength, wisdom, and worthiness. Yet sometimes we find ourselves stuck, lost, bereft, or confused. In childhood, we sensibly develop habits that get us through particular circumstances, but sometimes we outgrow those habits and are not sure how else to live. Therapy can help us more fully understand these patterns and learn new ways of being. Through therapy, we can actively choose how we want to live and relate to others.
My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and encouraging space for couples, families, and individuals (age 13+) to explore relationship challenges, difficult emotions, transitions, and life events. I look forward to working with clients experiencing relationship and communication issues, life transitions, burnout, anxiety, grief and loss, adult ADHD in couples and individuals, and/or just the daily challenges of life.
My goal is to provide a warm, understanding, and encouraging space for couples, families, and individuals (age 13+) to explore relationship challenges, difficult emotions, transitions, and life events. I look forward to working with clients experiencing relationship and communication issues, life transitions, burnout, anxiety, grief and loss, adult ADHD in couples and individuals, and/or just the daily challenges of life.
I have been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota providing in-person and telehealth therapy over the past 9 years. I’ve worked with families and individuals to help them overcome the difficulties and challenges of modern life. My therapeutic approach is providing support and practical feedback that addresses the personal challenges that you may be facing. I use a holistic, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, body-centered integrated approach to therapy, utilizing CBT, Solutions-Focused therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT).
I have been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota providing in-person and telehealth therapy over the past 9 years. I’ve worked with families and individuals to help them overcome the difficulties and challenges of modern life. My therapeutic approach is providing support and practical feedback that addresses the personal challenges that you may be facing. I use a holistic, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, body-centered integrated approach to therapy, utilizing CBT, Solutions-Focused therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT).
Currently accepting new clients! Do you find yourself struggling with a difficult chapter in your life which may include stress, grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, or general discontentment? I am here to help offer support. At Empowering You Mental Health, clients will be provided a compassionate space to process, assistance with uncovering innate strengths, as well as education and tools to manage symptoms. My goal is to assist clients with finding increased empowerment, joy, resiliency, and self-worth.
Currently accepting new clients! Do you find yourself struggling with a difficult chapter in your life which may include stress, grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, or general discontentment? I am here to help offer support. At Empowering You Mental Health, clients will be provided a compassionate space to process, assistance with uncovering innate strengths, as well as education and tools to manage symptoms. My goal is to assist clients with finding increased empowerment, joy, resiliency, and self-worth.
Hi there! My name is Susan Daub and I hold a Master's Degree in Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota. I am a dually licensed alcohol and drug counselor and mental health therapist. I have been working in the health and wellness field for 15+ years. I am a creative person and work well with clients who are open to exploring creative approaches in their recovery journey.
Hi there! My name is Susan Daub and I hold a Master's Degree in Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota. I am a dually licensed alcohol and drug counselor and mental health therapist. I have been working in the health and wellness field for 15+ years. I am a creative person and work well with clients who are open to exploring creative approaches in their recovery journey.
Dr. Margaret Houston
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
While I am not a RPT (registered play therapist), I have completed many play therapy trainings. I have experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum as well as young adults. I believe in a holistic approach, one that includes experiential and mindfulness interventions.
While I am not a RPT (registered play therapist), I have completed many play therapy trainings. I have experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum as well as young adults. I believe in a holistic approach, one that includes experiential and mindfulness interventions.
I believe therapy to be a creative and dynamic process, one that explores and honors your inherent wisdom, expertise and intuition about life. My part in your journey is to support, encourage and sometimes gently challenge you to see clearly the truth about your history and its relationship to your current struggles. I strive to be attuned to issues of injustice including those related to: class, race, gender, sexual orientation and religious oppression. This endeavor called therapy is best served when we knit it together with mystery, stories, poetry and laughter.
I believe therapy to be a creative and dynamic process, one that explores and honors your inherent wisdom, expertise and intuition about life. My part in your journey is to support, encourage and sometimes gently challenge you to see clearly the truth about your history and its relationship to your current struggles. I strive to be attuned to issues of injustice including those related to: class, race, gender, sexual orientation and religious oppression. This endeavor called therapy is best served when we knit it together with mystery, stories, poetry and laughter.
Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.