Therapists in Bismarck, ND

Joshua believes time with others is sacred and offers you a place free of judgment - to be accepted as you are.
Joshua believes time with others is sacred and offers you a place free of judgment - to be accepted as you are.

Michelle Zimney; MS, LPC is experienced working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma. Michelle is trained/certified in several evidenced-based treatment modalities such as Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT- Tapping), and Reunification & Family Therapy. Prior to working as a clinical therapist, Michelle was a child and family advocate. Michelle is passionate about her work with families; helping them to overcome adverse life experiences.
Michelle Zimney; MS, LPC is experienced working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma. Michelle is trained/certified in several evidenced-based treatment modalities such as Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT- Tapping), and Reunification & Family Therapy. Prior to working as a clinical therapist, Michelle was a child and family advocate. Michelle is passionate about her work with families; helping them to overcome adverse life experiences.

Hello! My name is Abby and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor and a licensed master addiction counselor. I am EMDR trained and enjoy helping people work through their traumas. I accept clients ages 14 and up. I would love to help you meet your personal mental health goals!
Hello! My name is Abby and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor and a licensed master addiction counselor. I am EMDR trained and enjoy helping people work through their traumas. I accept clients ages 14 and up. I would love to help you meet your personal mental health goals!

Ray Hood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Ray has 20+ years of experience working in the field of Mental Health with children, adolescents, and adults and assists his clients by drawing on their strengths and helping them develop healthy lifestyle habits that set the foundation for overall life stability. Some of his specialty areas are trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, ADHD, psychosis, and life transitions. Ray has a passion for providing the best quality of services to individuals struggling from a variety of mental health challenges.
Ray has 20+ years of experience working in the field of Mental Health with children, adolescents, and adults and assists his clients by drawing on their strengths and helping them develop healthy lifestyle habits that set the foundation for overall life stability. Some of his specialty areas are trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, ADHD, psychosis, and life transitions. Ray has a passion for providing the best quality of services to individuals struggling from a variety of mental health challenges.

I have years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on their journey to mental wellness. I offer services to help with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Most of my professional career has been spent working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. Additionally, I am passionate about helping the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to assist them in the struggles that they are faced with on an every day basis.
I have years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on their journey to mental wellness. I offer services to help with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Most of my professional career has been spent working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. Additionally, I am passionate about helping the LGBTQIA+ community and strive to assist them in the struggles that they are faced with on an every day basis.

Tana R. Hoornaert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LBSW, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58504
I enjoy working with clients struggling with a multitude of stressors. I have a history of working with the geriatric population which is meaningful for myself personally. But, I also enjoy meeting and getting to know adults of all ages as they move through the challenges of different phases of growing. Much of my focus, since graduating, has been on trauma informed care for clients. I also enjoy working with adults with ADHD and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I enjoy working with clients struggling with a multitude of stressors. I have a history of working with the geriatric population which is meaningful for myself personally. But, I also enjoy meeting and getting to know adults of all ages as they move through the challenges of different phases of growing. Much of my focus, since graduating, has been on trauma informed care for clients. I also enjoy working with adults with ADHD and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

I predominately work with individuals ages 8-25 who might struggle with various issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, and low self esteem. I also have experience working with adults and families. I use various therapeutic techniques such as, cognitive behavioral and person centered, to help individuals who might be struggling with anything from day to day struggles to a significant life event. I am also trained in EMDR.
I predominately work with individuals ages 8-25 who might struggle with various issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, and low self esteem. I also have experience working with adults and families. I use various therapeutic techniques such as, cognitive behavioral and person centered, to help individuals who might be struggling with anything from day to day struggles to a significant life event. I am also trained in EMDR.

Sloane extends a warm and inviting space for individuals ages 11 and older, as well as, couples who are currently struggling in their relationship or would like premarital counseling. Sloane provides conventional or Christian counseling services for those struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, grief, spirituality, transitions in life, and conflict resolution. Having a trusted guide who is non-judgmental, down-to-earth, fun, relatable, and has a few movie quotes up her sleeve can be helpful in navigating thoughts and feelings that can at times seem overwhelming.
Sloane extends a warm and inviting space for individuals ages 11 and older, as well as, couples who are currently struggling in their relationship or would like premarital counseling. Sloane provides conventional or Christian counseling services for those struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, anger, grief, spirituality, transitions in life, and conflict resolution. Having a trusted guide who is non-judgmental, down-to-earth, fun, relatable, and has a few movie quotes up her sleeve can be helpful in navigating thoughts and feelings that can at times seem overwhelming.

Lauren is a Bismarck native, experienced in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She incorporates a client-centered approach to identify and help meet the needs of her clients. Lauren utilizes a wide range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, strengths-based, DBT, REBT, and more. She has special interests in anxiety, boundary-setting, LGBTQIA+, and attachment styles. Lauren believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the first step to uncovering each client’s unique ability to better their lives. The focus is on you, let’s talk!
Lauren is a Bismarck native, experienced in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She incorporates a client-centered approach to identify and help meet the needs of her clients. Lauren utilizes a wide range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, strengths-based, DBT, REBT, and more. She has special interests in anxiety, boundary-setting, LGBTQIA+, and attachment styles. Lauren believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the first step to uncovering each client’s unique ability to better their lives. The focus is on you, let’s talk!

As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.

Mindful Innovations Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58502
We empower & embrace neurodiversity by supporting children, adults, couples, and families live to their fullest potential!
Neurodiversity is a term to describe individuals striving daily to manage any of the following conditions, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Social Communication Disorder, including anxiety & depression.
Our approach in couples therapy is teaching tools and strategies to move your relationship into a more positive direction. Our clients are neurotypical as well as neurodiverse!
We help children and youth learn strategies to improve behaviors at home, school, and in their community
We empower & embrace neurodiversity by supporting children, adults, couples, and families live to their fullest potential!
Neurodiversity is a term to describe individuals striving daily to manage any of the following conditions, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Social Communication Disorder, including anxiety & depression.
Our approach in couples therapy is teaching tools and strategies to move your relationship into a more positive direction. Our clients are neurotypical as well as neurodiverse!
We help children and youth learn strategies to improve behaviors at home, school, and in their community
Meet Our Therapists

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Dakota who has a passion for assisting individuals reclaim their life and discover who they are meant to be. Seeking help can be daunting and unnerving so I am glad just to be considered in assisting you. I provider services for adolescent and adults, 13 years of age and older, on a virtual outpatient basis. My services include assistance with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, family issues, self-esteem, sleep issues, and stress management.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Dakota who has a passion for assisting individuals reclaim their life and discover who they are meant to be. Seeking help can be daunting and unnerving so I am glad just to be considered in assisting you. I provider services for adolescent and adults, 13 years of age and older, on a virtual outpatient basis. My services include assistance with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, family issues, self-esteem, sleep issues, and stress management.

As a Christian my faith in Christ is the most vital aspect of who I am. As my client you can be assured that my counsel is governed by biblical principles and informed by the latest research. I will listen attentively and help you find the sources of your problems and learn new ways to live in the freedom that Christ promises us. I believe that there is tremendous strength when a person is able to tell their story in a way that is honoring to the Lord, and I am committed to guiding people toward truth and the freedom that follows. Our counseling relationship will be two Spirit-led individuals working in one direction: your goals.
As a Christian my faith in Christ is the most vital aspect of who I am. As my client you can be assured that my counsel is governed by biblical principles and informed by the latest research. I will listen attentively and help you find the sources of your problems and learn new ways to live in the freedom that Christ promises us. I believe that there is tremendous strength when a person is able to tell their story in a way that is honoring to the Lord, and I am committed to guiding people toward truth and the freedom that follows. Our counseling relationship will be two Spirit-led individuals working in one direction: your goals.

Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Bismarck, ND 58504
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.

As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.

What could be more important than feeling your best and improving your well-being? In collaboration we will identify and utilize your strengths and values to overcome limitations, freeing you up to live your most meaningful life. My goal is to provide an individualized, holistic and compassionate approach, supporting you in your life journey.
What could be more important than feeling your best and improving your well-being? In collaboration we will identify and utilize your strengths and values to overcome limitations, freeing you up to live your most meaningful life. My goal is to provide an individualized, holistic and compassionate approach, supporting you in your life journey.

Life is hard, AND it is time to THRIVE! Whether it is working to be your best self, struggling to overcome depression, anxiety, and other mental illness, or a simple realization that something is just not right, I am here to help. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families to define and discover/rediscover joy and wellness. Through my experience (15+ years) and education (Ph.D.), I have learned to bring my expertise into the therapeutic relationship in a way that empowers my clients to lean into their inner voice, while creating a life that is centered around their own hopes, dreams, and vision.
Life is hard, AND it is time to THRIVE! Whether it is working to be your best self, struggling to overcome depression, anxiety, and other mental illness, or a simple realization that something is just not right, I am here to help. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families to define and discover/rediscover joy and wellness. Through my experience (15+ years) and education (Ph.D.), I have learned to bring my expertise into the therapeutic relationship in a way that empowers my clients to lean into their inner voice, while creating a life that is centered around their own hopes, dreams, and vision.

Are you a highly driven person with a plate that’s always overloaded? If you answered…“all the freakin’ time.” Then you’re in the right place, Welcome! To those around you, you appear very much together. Meanwhile, on the inside, you feel like you’re having multiple silent panic attacks. Anxiety pops up over everyday things, mistakes you’ve made, circumstances that don’t go according to plan, or an unexpected event that adds more to your plate. You’re dodging anxiety bombs of varying sizes and when they do go off, it leaves you feeling like an overstimulated mess.
Are you a highly driven person with a plate that’s always overloaded? If you answered…“all the freakin’ time.” Then you’re in the right place, Welcome! To those around you, you appear very much together. Meanwhile, on the inside, you feel like you’re having multiple silent panic attacks. Anxiety pops up over everyday things, mistakes you’ve made, circumstances that don’t go according to plan, or an unexpected event that adds more to your plate. You’re dodging anxiety bombs of varying sizes and when they do go off, it leaves you feeling like an overstimulated mess.

Jasmyne J Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Jasmyne is a Clinical Social Worker serving clients across Minnesota and North Dakota via Telehealth services. She specializes in trauma treatment, recovery, and post traumatic growth. She prioritizes establishing a space where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and passions without having to leave your home. Together, you will develop a plan that best meets your needs and utilize a team approach to achieve your goals.
Jasmyne is a Clinical Social Worker serving clients across Minnesota and North Dakota via Telehealth services. She specializes in trauma treatment, recovery, and post traumatic growth. She prioritizes establishing a space where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and passions without having to leave your home. Together, you will develop a plan that best meets your needs and utilize a team approach to achieve your goals.

Life can get really tough sometimes and, when that happens, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and not okay. That's where therapy can help. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples to address many different areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, phase of life, relationships, and trauma-related issues. Together, we can process the hard things and begin your journey of healing.
Life can get really tough sometimes and, when that happens, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and not okay. That's where therapy can help. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples to address many different areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, phase of life, relationships, and trauma-related issues. Together, we can process the hard things and begin your journey of healing.
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Number of Therapists in Bismarck, ND
70+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Bismarck, ND who prioritize treating:
87% | Anxiety |
79% | Depression |
76% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Coping Skills |
73% | Self Esteem |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
78% | Sanford Health Plan |
58% | Medicaid |
How Therapists in Bismarck, ND see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |