Optum Therapists in Fargo, ND

Life's journey can often throw us curve balls. Everyone is worthy of love and belonging, however sometimes it is hard to be able to put yourself first and nurture your emotional needs. With the correct level of support, I firmly believe that anyone can achieve better emotional stability, find moments of joy, and learn to live in the present. No one is able to "fix" another's mental health concerns, yet through support, encouragement, education, empathy, and understanding, you can have the knowledge and tools to reach your own personal goals. I have worked in the mental field for 10 years.

My goal is to create a supportive environment where my clients can explore their emotional needs and overcome barriers that limit their full potential. I offer counseling sessions during daytime and evening hours for individuals and couples for topics of concern including Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Codependency, Anxiety/Stress, Communication issues, Trust issues, Loneliness, Emotional intimacy, Trauma/PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury and Self-esteem issues. I would like the opportunity to help you heal any experiences that impact your life and to join you on your journey to becoming a better you.

I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. I believe building relationships with clients is the most important piece of successful therapy. I love what I do because it allows me to walk next to people I would never have met had I chosen a different profession, as they work to make amazing life changes. I have the honor of meeting people at their worst, all while watching them grow into the people they’ve always wanted to be.

Hi! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of a variety of populations. I provide comprehensive psychological assessments pertaining to just about anything, including: diagnostic clarification, treatment guidance, autism spectrum disorder, emotional dysregulation, mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, attentional concerns, disruptive behavior, executive functioning, learning disorders, trauma, and intellectual abilities. My primary goal is to answer referral questions through a non-threatening, collaborative, and fun way.

Jen strives to ensure each client feels safe and supported throughout the treatment process and feels that a collaborative working relationship is the cornerstone to personal growth. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

I see individuals, families, and couples with a wide variety of issues relating to mental health and relationships. Everyone is their own expert when it comes to their own mental health and I want to be here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself.

I provide therapy for adolescents and adults. I am a relational person and strive to help clients recognize the role of relationships in their well-being. I use a variety of therapy techniques in my work with patients, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My patients know themselves best—I am along on their journey to help illuminate their strengths and guide them as they navigate barriers to mental health.

I have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds for over 10 years and understand that no one is immune to suffering and that everyone experiences pain as well as triumphs throughout the course of their lives. I believe people are resilient and deserving of happiness, acceptance, peace, and fulfillment. I work with adolescents (ages 14+), adults, and couples and treat various presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, personality disorders, anger management, difficulties with emotion identification/regulation, vocational/academic stress, grief/bereavement, trauma, and difficulties in relationships.

Every person deserves the opportunity to become their best self. We have the resources and expertise to work with individuals experiencing complicated situations. Whatever it is you are going through, our trained and experienced mental health care professionals are qualified and eager to support you. Our providers specialize in child and adolescent issues, assisting children, adolescents, and their families as they navigate critical developmental stages. We help youth discover their interests and talents, learn to safely experiment and take risks, practice decision-making skills, and develop healthy peer and adult relationships.

I am a clinical therapist and addiction counselor with over two decades of experience. I know what it takes to make a difference using passion, knowledge, and warmth. Life isn’t meant to walk through alone and humanness is a condition of life. I serve as a helper-guide and believe that everyone possesses important qualities. The choices made today affect tomorrow. I strive to ensure that every one feels heard, understood, respected and empowered. I embrace education and change, and support you in reaching your goals in order to lead a confident, fulfilled life. I am dedicated to maintaining evidence-based practices.

I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults who have complex behavioral health issues. I combine my extensive clinical expertise with my belief in kids, and have a unique ability to find and develop their strengths. I work hard to be an ideal therapist for the clients I am working with and doing what is best to fit their needs. I typically provide cognitive behavioral therapy augmented with motivational interviewing and psychoeducation, but I am trained in other modalities as well.

I believe that in order to live up to our fullest potential we need to take time out of our busy lives to take care of ourselves- which includes taking care of our mental health. I work collaboratively with my clients and help them to identify what changes they would like to make in order to grow and move in the direction of their desired goals.

Are you tired, exhausted, and feel like every day is a battle with your kiddo or family? Perhaps your child struggles in school, listening to authority, or completing basic chores. Do you have a teenager that feels stuck, hopeless, and wonders if life is really worth it? They are floundering to find their identity and figure out who they are. Perhaps you are a young adult and asking yourself if this is what life is supposed to be. Do you wonder if you're on the right track in life? Do you feel like you've been failing at it all?

It is a humbling privilege to witness the resilient nature of the human spirit in my work. I support people on their path towards acceptance and peace within themselves and their lives. Life undeniably brings challenges. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, low self-worth, and difficult relationships are all normal human experiences; yet, they can feel unbearable at times. Learning to navigate these can be transformative. My goal is to join you in that experience and offer support and compassion along the way.

Part of our living experience are the challenges we face as we learn and grow as individuals, within our families, and communities. These challenges, and at times struggles, can be the precursors to new opportunities and personal growth. From our most difficult experiences emerges strength we did not know we possessed, talents, and abilities which we did not know we embodied. I know you have all within you which you need to change, acquire, and become that which you are seeking. The privilege of my professional work is to aid in the full discovery of your strengths, talents, and capabilities.