
Rian Thibeau
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Let's Connect (507) 944-1160

As a Pre-Licensed Mental Health Professional and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I walk beside people through all stages of substance use and recovery—including the messy parts that are hard to say out loud. At the ARCS Institute, I provide trauma-informed, person-centered therapy rooted in deep trust, unconditional support, and a strong therapeutic alliance. Whether you're exploring identity, healing from trauma, or building self-love, I offer a space where your truth is safe. I pride myself on consistency and role-model the same skills I recommend. I lead with lived experience, grit, and an unwavering belief in my clients.
I’m a committed counselor with extensive experience supporting diverse communities impacted by substance use. Grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, I believe you’re the expert in your own story. I’m here to guide, challenge, and cheer you on—and we’ll laugh too, because why not? Healing doesn’t have to be heavy all the time.
In our work together, my primary goal is to make sure you feel truly seen, heard, and cared for. I tailor therapy to your unique needs, honoring your lived experience and what healing looks like for you. Clients often describe me as both straightforward and compassionate—someone who listens deeply, speaks truth with love, and helps you heal and elevate.
Call or Email Rian Thibeau now for a free 15 minute consultation - (507) 944-1160
Let's Connect (507) 944-1160

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Medica
- Optum
- PreferredOne
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network

Rian Thibeau
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (507) 944-1160
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 306403 Rian Thibeau
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended Metropolitan State University, MS Co-Occurring Disorders, Graduated 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Body Image and Self-Love
- Sexual issues including sexual abuse
Expertise
- ADHD
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Chronic Relapse
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Adlerian
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 944-1160