Preteen Therapists in Woodbury, MN

Worry and sadness are a normal part of life, at some points, sadness and worry can be hard to manage on your own, during those times, having someone to talk to can be very helpful for most people. I help individuals ages 12 and up that are experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression and feeling stuck in life. I provide Christiam counseling as well as assist couples experiencing difficulties with communication and intimacy. I also assist couples with rebuilding trust after an affair.

In Person and Telehealth! I enjoy working with people of all ages, from early childhood to end of life. I specialize in crisis management and emergency mental health, risk assessments, safety planning, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I also have extensive experience in helping individuals and families manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, family or relationship stress, parenting stress, work stress, life transitions and adjustment, grief, and other life stressors.

**I'm currently full, but we have providers at Changes Counseling who are taking new clients. You can send a message through our website & someone will get back to you.** Are you looking for a safe and challenging environment to grow? The foundation of my work centers on you becoming more of who you really are. My style of therapy is to listen and really understand what you are going through and gently support you through these difficulties. Often my clients report feeling empowered and over time experience more peace and joy in their lives.

I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you are free to express frustrations, concerns, and fears you may be experiencing. I firmly believe that people should be accepted and supported for who they are regardless of what they may currently be experiencing.Through such encouragement clients have felt able to face their challenges head on and succeed. I view the therapeutic process as highly collaborative between client and therapist. I often encourage clients to set goals that we can work on together. After all, this journey is about you and I am along to guide you on your way.

Karen Leta provides Integrative Art therapy to transform distress into embodied joy. She believes in your basic goodness. Karen Leta acknowledges the many causes and conditions that obscure your capacity to thrive. With respect to your survival strategies, identity formation, and purposeful symptoms which may bring you to seek therapy, Karen Leta collaborates with you to create a courageous space to sit with discomfort with to empower you to take the next step towards wellness and balance. Karen Leta offers therapy grounded in Adlerian & Buddhist Psychology and Somatic, Brainspotting, Art Therapy methods to enhance well-being.

Licensed in MN, WI and OR. Hey there, let’s talk about therapy. It’s all about relationships; it’s problems with relationships that bring people into therapy. Maybe it’s conflict in an existing relationship, or not having enough relationships, or the right kind. Perhaps it's your self-relationship that needs some improvement. Relationship problems are painful, and I’m here to help. I work with adults and adolescents whose mental health impacts their ability to have healthy relationships, make new relationships or treat themselves in a positive manner.

We believe that there is no shame in asking for help. Life is a series of challenges, difficulties and complications for everyone. We all come across complex obstacles and barriers that keep us from thriving. Acquiring a little outside help to assist you in overcoming your problems can be exactly what you need to move forward with your life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or anything else that is holding you back; we can work with you and open your eyes to hope.

I specialize in working with young adults who are struggling with OCD and Anxiety that impacts their romantic relationships and faith values (for those who seek it). Together, we can make sense of your experiences (both past and present), dig a little deeper to identify patterns keeping you stuck, and create realistic and actionable steps toward improving your overall health and relationships. My clients are dedicated to their personal growth and healing journey and are motivated to expand awareness and improve their overall well-being and sense of self.

My ideal client would be open to multiple modalities, willing to get into the nitty-gritty of themselves and their personal experiences, and ready to jump right in! My specialty focus is on Dissociative Identity Disorder and other childhood-trauma based issues, along with all the complications and internal family systems involved. I have also worked extensively in crisis intervention. I enjoy working with individuals who share my love of plants and gardening, making art, poetry and music, books and self discovery! As my client, be ready to dig in the dirt, cuddle up in my hammock, or stretch out on the floor!

Do you feel stuck and unsure how to move forward? We all have the ability to change our situations or the way we handle them, we just need a little hope. I love coming alongside people who are struggling and helping them to see the light at the end of the tunnel. From coloring and play therapy to exploring the past, challenging beliefs, or sitting with you in your pain--I have a passion for hurting people. I'd love to walk with you through shame and conflict in your life and help you find meaning and hope.

People who see me for individual therapy are usually facing turmoil either due to current stressors or past issues that keep surfacing and prevent them from moving forward in their lives. Often, people tell me that they feel "stuck" and need direction/guidance. By working with me they identify their inner strengths and capabilities; they feel confident in themselves to take on challenges that come their way. In therapy we identify things that should change because what clients are doing currently is not helping. I problem solve and discuss ways to make their present meaningful. My strength based approach resonates with clients.

I work with individuals, couples and families in helping them to feel understood, while empowering them toward more effective patterns of thinking, feeling and interacting.

Congratulations! You have taken an action step in your healing journey, which was seeking support! My name is Melvin, and I specialize in working with youth and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, school avoidance/refusal, and communication challenges. I strive to create a warm, safe & non-judgmental space, that creates a sense of acceptance and belonging.

For nearly 20 yrs I’ve worked with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds and cultures who struggle with issues across the spectrum. I’m very real, authentic, and down-to-earth in counseling and believe in the importance of warmth and humor. I am equipped to help individuals who struggle with everything from anxiety, depression, and anger issues to bipolar, schizophrenia, and even ritual abuse and other severe traumas. There is peace and calm in my presence, and I can help you grow in those qualities and find stability, even in the storms of life. I would love to help guide and support you through your current life challenges.

New diagnosis? Recent loss of a loved one? Life feeling overwhelming? I can help! I believe that healing is a journey that doesn't have to happen alone. As your therapist, I will work alongside you to help process, set goals, overcome obstacles and gain control back in your life. Also, I recognize how difficult it can be to take that first step which is why I am dedicated to ensuring my practice is offered with a very caring, non judgmental and client centered approach.

3/16/2024: We are accepting new clients! MPS is an outpatient psychotherapy clinic in Woodbury that specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health concerns. We commonly treat the following concerns: Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Separation, Social, Phobias, Panic), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourettes/Motor Tic Disorder, Life and/or Family Changes, Grief and Loss, Psychosis, Trauma, and Attention & Focus Concerns (ADHD).

Dr. Nippoldt-Baca is a board certified clinical neuropsychologist and board certified subspecialist in pediatric neuropsychology. She is the team neuropsychologist and alternate team neuropsychologist providing concussion care to several professional sports teams in MN. Dr. Nippoldt-Baca serves on several committees for the Sports Neuropsychological Society, and has a podcast with five of her favorite power-women and sports neuropsychologists called, Drmomcast.

Healing and balance are possible. Amanda believes mental health work and treatment is a team based process rooted in personal empowerment. We all need to feel heard, seen, and validated. Counseling can be your first step to a better you. Amanda values a holistic view of therapy, treatment, and progress. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. She utilizes techniques and measurable treatment goals to assist clients in empowering themselves.

I believe that in life, we all want to be the very best versions of ourselves. However, along the journey of life’s path we often find ourselves off course. Sometimes, it’s due to reasons we contribute to. Sometimes, it is due to outside influences. Sometimes, it is due to reasons we have no control over. I believe therapy is the process of working with an individual, to help put them back on this path and work towards the best version of themselves. In our daily lives, we are faced with challenges; however, it is the way in which we respond to those challenges that helps us find success in our own mental health.