Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Woodbury, MN

I believe in providing my clients with a safe and non-judgmental environment. I like to work together to build an open, honest, and trusting relationship to help clients overcome life's struggles. Everyone deserves the opportunity to be their best selves, and I am here to support each client's full potential. Through experience and education, I have learned the understanding of self-awareness, behavior, and trauma. My therapeutic approach is determined on my client's needs and what works best for fulfillment.

Bridget's work experience includes adult co-occurring populations, such as Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), severe substance use and addiction concerns, personality disorders, court ordered and Drug Court clients. She has worked within inpatient, intensive outpatient, and aftercare settings. Ideal clients include, anyone identifying they would like and benefit from extra support in their lives. GLBTQIA and BIPOC clients are especially encouraged to connect for services.

It is not easy to choose a therapist. On this website,(psychology today) you are at the door steps of many competent therapists. Among us, you are very likely to find a therapist who is specialized in treating your unique symptoms or syndrome or problems: depression or manic, different types of anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Let me introduce myself. In my forty years of practice, I have helped clients relieve their symptoms: lift up their depression, slow down their racing thoughts, help them to find time to breathe, work through their trauma, remove their unwanted obsessive thoughts, and restore their good night's sleep.

My practice is primarily with those enrolled in the Aris Clinic –Woodwinds Intensive Outpatient Program for adolescents. Families typically seek out my services at Aris Clinic when solutions to their adolescents behavioral difficulties have not produced the desired results. At Aris Clinic we place great importance on a team approach to providing care to ensure that a patient’s biological, psychological and social issues are all given equal attention. I also see adolescents and their families on an outpatient basis.

I work with teens and adults, providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My specialties include working with the challenges of chemical dependency issues and other addictive behaviors such as shopping, eating disorders, and gambling. I help facilitate healing for people suffering from PTSD and trauma as the result of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. I provide an empathic and relational experience to assist with the challenging and sometimes debilitating effects of anxiety, depression, dissociation, self-harm behaviors, and chronic pain.

I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families to help them cultivate a deeper self-awareness, discover new ways of expression, transform dysfunctional patterns, have more satisfying relationships and ensue a more meaningful life. Research has shown having purpose and meaning in life increases overall wellbeing and life satisfaction, improves mental and physical health, enhances resiliency and self-esteem, and decreases the chances of depression.

Do you feel sad or anxious daily? Is this getting in the way of you living the life you really want to live? My approach in working with clients involves empowering, emotionally focused work, which includes building a connection for better growth during your therapy journey. I believe in supporting each client along the path of their own healing journey toward positive transformation, and in doing so, helping clients live a more happy and balanced life. I enjoy seeing clients with relationship issues, depression and anxiety.

For those seeking support a therapist is a helper through difficult times, aiding you in healing past and current experiences, building ways to regulate emotions that may have become overwhelming. Building lifelong skills and strategies is a learning experience which compliments the work of therapy. My experience spans therapy and counseling in clinic, hospital, and school settings with Clients ranging in ages from 4 years old to 65 years old.

I help couples, individuals and employees who want change to start today! Relationships go through ups and downs as does our work satisfaction, and our personal wellness can make a difference. If you want renewed hope and a better feeling in all your relationships and endeavors, I can help you regain everything you need to be happy again. You're not alone. You can recognize the source of your happiness, realign and get back on track. Rekindle your good feelings, enjoy life, and experience relationship success and personal satisfaction at home and work.

Current openings. I specialize in helping individuals feel better able to manage the ups and downs of being in relationship with those around them and more in control of their life decisions. Past hurts and experiences can cloud how we make decisions in the present. Let’s work together using evidence-based techniques to stop those negative thoughts so you can make more positive mindset decisions. Triggers feel awful and there are proven remedies to help you feel better and eliminate negative thoughts and memories that prevent you from acting as the best version of yourself.

Therapists and other healthcare providers are human too! You awaken with an undercurrent of anxiety and dread and by the end of the day, you're numb and exhausted. Excitement and passion for your work have fizzled and your brain is mush. Each day feels monotonous and tedious, and you lack the presence and stamina you once had. You’re completely drained. Burnout has set in with clear signs of brain fog and troubles with sleep and focus. Overwhelm squirts into family life and relationships. That energetic passion you once had is depleted … stifled and unreachable. Compassion fatigue is taking over with a vengeance.

Sometimes in life we can feel like we have no control over what is happening, the paths our relationships are taking, or what the future might have in store for us. We can get to a place where we are stuck in a continuous cycle of negative thinking, gloomy feelings, and ineffective behaviors. I provide therapy to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, relationship changes/separation, substance use issues, stress management, academic challenges, sports/performance concerns, chronic illness, sexuality/gender identity issues, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia spectrum, and life balance.

I believe in each person's unique drive for wellness and view prioritizing mental health as a necessary act of self-care for all people. I look forward to walking with you as you identify your therapeutic goals, develop insights, and learn new tools to help you achieve your goals. I strive to create a welcoming, warm, and safe space for you to explore your concerns and move forward on your path to improved psychological and emotional wellness.

Matthew Lindberg, MA LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor since 2009 who specializes in working with ages 12 and up who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance misuse, PTSD, grief. Specializes with working with other healthcare providers. For example fellow mental health professionals. He utilizes mindfulness and EMDR in his work with individuals, couples, and families.

As of 05/07/23-Accepting New Clients. Do critical thoughts creep in and weigh you down? Are you wanting to find your voice and more confident at work, in your relationships, and just overall? I would be honored to help you move from just simply surviving to actually thriving! I'm here to helping you move beyond your self-doubt, overwhelming anxiety, and people pleasing by using evidence based-practices, effective therapeutic tools, and more. If you resonate with any of this, please reach out for a free call and let's talk about how I can support you on your transformational journey of empowerment!

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor that has experience counseling adults in a variety of settings. I take a person-centered relational approach enhancing client strengths and empowering them through collaboration. I enjoy working with clients that have trauma and/or co-occurring disorders. I understand that some people may be aware that they need help processing their trauma and/or understanding why they are using substances. There are other people that are not as far along in the stages of changes. I believe therapy is a joint effort in processing through life's challenges.

I love working with individuals who are going through life transitions and enjoy being an anchor that people can hold onto when the waves of change pull a little harder. Whether you are making meaningful career decisions or navigating unfamiliar systems as you enter new cultural experiences, I would love to assist in the process and support you as you find your way.