Therapists in White Bear Lake, MN

Charles Richmond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My specialty areas include parenting, couples, adult individuals and adolescents. I help parents to see the mind behind their child's behaviors and empower them to parent through positive connection while maintaining structure. With couples I focus on fostering greater attunement and communication while also empowering each individual to bring the best part of themselves and advocate for what they desire in the relationship. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, low self-esteem, relationships concerns, life transitions, exploring spirituality and family of origin issues. I also see adolescents experiencing the struggles common to that stage of life.

Ellie Michaletz
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, BA
Verified
Verified
I have a passion working with couples, families, parents, adolescents, coaches, and athletes. Whether a couple or client is coming in with feelings of loneliness, separation, frustration, anxiousness, depression, shame, or helplessness, I strive to create a space for every person to share their story and grow into the person they desire to be.

Pamela Graber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am currently offering teletherapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help identify goals, create a plan, and help access the client's own strengths to find solutions. If your relationship is in pain, you and all family members may feel the impact. Whether you wish to learn how to increase a positive connection or repair a serious tear in that relationship, I will create a safe environment for you to resolve your differences, look at underlying causes of difficulties, and learn healthier and less reactive ways of relating to one another.

Connie Toavs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LSSW, CSAT, ATPSB
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Connie is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a background in psychology, gerontology and social work. She specializes in providing psychotherapy for families, individuals and mature populations. Connie supports people with and through PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, end-of-life, chronic illnesses, medical conditions, personality disorders and intimate betrayal. She helps people move beyond problematic sexual behaviors and specializes in helping individuals who have experienced betrayal trauma.

Iris J Heieren
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Licensed Associate Marriage & Family Therapist. With a background in counseling and psychotherapy, Iris also holds a PhD in biology which, she believes, is of value in bringing the concepts of the science and psychology closer together. Iris specializes in neuro/biofeedback, used in conjunction with traditional counseling, to promote the long-term effectiveness of treatment outcomes.

Roberta Sorenson
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Do you find it difficult to be kind to yourself? Do your relationships feel unmanageable? Do you feel as if your creativity is stifled? You don't need to keep it all inside. I know how important it is to be heard without judgement. I am good at identifying hidden strengths... strengths you may discount due to self-criticism and emotional pain. We can work together to help you love yourself so that you may be able to fully experience the love of others and accomplish the things you hope to accomplish and gain a more positive perspective on your life.

Michelle Swerin
Counselor, MA, LPCC, ADHD-CP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Overwhelmed, stressed, feeling like you're constantly in survival mode? In our world this is the new normal so we start to feel like we don't really NEED help because we are getting by. But you do DESERVE help and with it you can get out of the survival mode. Whether it's burnout or anxiety as a parent, teacher, employee, therapist, or health care worker, we often are focused on others needs before our own. Navigating ADHD or neurodivergence makes you more vulnerable to this pattern based on how we process input in our brain and body. We are here to help break the cycle, name it, tame it, and give you tools that fit for you.

Cate Gerth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
When challenges interrupt life, making it difficult to manage, having a therapist/guide to help you regain your potential gets you where you want to be sooner with greater success. We live in a culture that often encourages us to “just tough it out”. We can begin to believe that asking for help means admitting failure, and we fall further into despair. The truth is the therapy process creates space and time for you to explore what is at the root of those challenges. We will work together to build a genuine therapy relationship that supports your journey toward improved functioning and life satisfaction.
Not accepting new clients

Karin Lyon
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I frequently hear my clients say some version of “If people ever knew what I’m struggling with on the inside…” Maybe you're a "people-pleaser" or someone with invisible chronic illness or maybe you're a high functioning individual who manages to hold it all together while feeling like a mess on the inside. If you're searching for some space to be heard and understood and sift through the internal dynamics, I can help.
Not accepting new clients

Emerging Adult Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Do you feel anxious and unsure of yourself? Does Anxiety or Depression or another mental health issue stop you from living the life you desire? Or maybe you have a disability on top of all this and want to go to college, have a career or live independently but don't know where to start. You can feel better and have the confidence to go after your goals. Give me a call or email me and we'll talk about how Counseling with me I can help you achieve your dreams and live a satisfying life! Call or email me today!

Kris Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe that peace on earth starts with peace in the home. I'm able to help adults, couples, and families find this peace by using healthy communication techniques, recognize their emotions and heal from past pain. This helps clients foster deeper connections in their relationships and within themselves. I work with couples needing support with communication, conflict resolution and gaining trust. I help parents establish loving limits with their children to help them learn while also maintaining connection. I can help clients cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum.
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Kara Ebert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C, CCTP
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
To bring my best expertise to our work together, I've dedicated a career (and a whole lot of bookshelf space) towards cultivating a deep and specialized understanding of the experiences of trauma, anxiety, postpartum, and grief. During this ongoing time of uncertainty and finding new normals, you may notice a decline in your mental health. You may find yourself wanting someone to process with. You may be seeking a calm in the storm. I can help.

Lindsay Benson
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My favorite quote is by Diane Ackerman, an American Poet, “I don’t want to get to the end of my life and find I just lived the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well.” We could all use some help navigating big events, the roller coaster of life, a high stress career or simply losing sight of who you are. You can learn to be resilient, recovered and refreshed. The body/brain that takes over can be understood and rebalanced. We can learn to understand and navigate it together.

Minnesota Online Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Get counseling without going out. We have specialized in remote online counseling for over 4 years. We have several therapists with immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Our online services are covered by insurance. We also offer in-office counseling in our office in White Bear Lake, MN. We believe we can all use help at various times in our life to get through stressful times, break unhelpful patterns, and see if we can live our life with more happiness. Counseling can help to sort things out, resolve past and present issues, and help clear your mind for sound decision-making.

Nicholas William Vorpahl
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My ideal client is someone that has an idea of their goals and what they would like to pursue in therapy, but needs the extra insight and encouragement to clarify those goals or to take the first steps in accomplishing them. They may be struggling with mood issues, have trouble controlling their thoughts, or be dealing with difficult or contentious relationships. They are in need of someone to listen to them, to provide empathy and validation, and then to help guide them along the path they have chosen to make the changes they wish to see in their life.

Sunstone Counseling LLC
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Let's Do This Together! Rachel (she/her) connects with clients from a place of acceptance using humor and warmth to make the therapeutic process collaborative and comfortable. Rachel takes a systemic perspective striving to understand how an individual’s difficulties and symptoms arise from their life experiences and relationships. She views the therapeutic process as a way to come alongside clients in an effort to improve their satisfaction with life and relationships. Rachel specializes in trauma, perinatal mental health, adolescents, child anxiety.

Lauren Fullerton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LADC, LPCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hello! I am committed to offering an understanding, safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. I believe that you know yourself best and I empower you to find your voice and create changes to overcome obstacles. I work with you to navigate the roads of change and to find a life that is fulfilling to you. I believe that awareness is essential, and together we will look at recurring patterns of thoughts and behaviors in your life. I incorporate mindfulness based skills to create a more powerful connection between your mind and body. I believe that with this knowledge about yourself, you can find inner peace and self-acceptance.

Charlie Bulman
Counselor, MPS, LPCC, LADC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. He has a long history of working to improve people’s mental wellness and promote recovery and participation in community. Charlie is experienced in working with trauma, depressive disorders, loneliness, anxiety disorders and behavioral issues. Charlie’s training is in integrated behavioral health with an emphasis on addiction and changing repetitive behaviors

Tara Burk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
It takes courage to ask for help! I love working collaboratively with people to find what has been missing and to bring healing to what has been hurting. I also love helping people learn and experience what safe and healthy relationships look like, so they can go on living with healthy relationships in their lives. My goal is to enlighten, empower and equip you to face and overcome your current challenges, to live out your values and to experience life-giving connections with others.
Not accepting new clients

Brian Stevens
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Not feeling as good as you once did? Not feeling as good as you know you could? I love counseling and working with clients to get over those questions and that need a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings. The therapy session is a special place to take risks, say things we want to say, say things we are embarrassed to say, and say things we have never said before. Saying these things can lead to monumental gains in self-worth. Social anxiety, depression, peer conflict, among many other challenges face us each day and I am open to listening and assisting with whatever you would like to improve upon.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.