Parenting Therapists in Rapid City, SD
I utilize a warm, relational, and evidence-based approach that combines emotional regulation support, parent collaboration, play-based interventions, and comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents & families navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, executive functioning challenges, and school-related struggles. I provide comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations for children and teens experiencing challenges with attention, behavior, emotional regulation, social functioning, or ongoing difficulties at home or school. Many families come to me feeling overwhelmed and confused. My goal is to help you gain clarity, better understand your child’s needs and move forward with practical support and meaningful next steps.
I utilize a warm, relational, and evidence-based approach that combines emotional regulation support, parent collaboration, play-based interventions, and comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents & families navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, executive functioning challenges, and school-related struggles. I provide comprehensive ADHD and autism evaluations for children and teens experiencing challenges with attention, behavior, emotional regulation, social functioning, or ongoing difficulties at home or school. Many families come to me feeling overwhelmed and confused. My goal is to help you gain clarity, better understand your child’s needs and move forward with practical support and meaningful next steps.
You've spent decades showing up for everyone else. And now — somewhere in your 30s, 40s, or 50s — something has shifted. Your sleep is fractured. Emotions feel out of sync. Your focus slips in ways that scare you. Your sense of self feels blurry.
No one prepared you for this. Maybe doctors have told you it's "just stress" or "just aging." But what you're experiencing has a neurological explanation. Perimenopause and menopause change your brain, not just your body. That's not weakness. That's biology meeting an unsupported life transition.
You've spent decades showing up for everyone else. And now — somewhere in your 30s, 40s, or 50s — something has shifted. Your sleep is fractured. Emotions feel out of sync. Your focus slips in ways that scare you. Your sense of self feels blurry.
No one prepared you for this. Maybe doctors have told you it's "just stress" or "just aging." But what you're experiencing has a neurological explanation. Perimenopause and menopause change your brain, not just your body. That's not weakness. That's biology meeting an unsupported life transition.
I utilize a variety of therapy approaches to help those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and trauma response, physical/sexual/emotional abuse at any age, life transitions, parenting concerns, and family therapy.
Life can bring upon stressors and trauma that seem impossible to overcome. It may make you feel overwhelmed, defeated, anxious and scared. Counseling can help make these difficult emotions and situations less daunting. I have experience working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health and am trained and certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I utilize a variety of therapy approaches to help those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and trauma response, physical/sexual/emotional abuse at any age, life transitions, parenting concerns, and family therapy.
Life can bring upon stressors and trauma that seem impossible to overcome. It may make you feel overwhelmed, defeated, anxious and scared. Counseling can help make these difficult emotions and situations less daunting. I have experience working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health and am trained and certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have worked in community mental health and school settings throughout my degree and career, which includes work with severe emotional and behavioral issues, parenting and family counseling and play therapy.
You deserve a supportive, genuine connection built on trust and respect. This is a place where your authenticity and vulnerability are deeply valued—because I believe they are the keys to a strong healing foundation. My approach is rooted in seeing you as a unique individual with the inherent potential for growth and well-being. At Ensō Mental Health, we offer compassionate and competent mental health care in an environment that is just as healthy for our staff as it is for you, our client! We practice what we teach, and we want to teach you to live your best life.
I have worked in community mental health and school settings throughout my degree and career, which includes work with severe emotional and behavioral issues, parenting and family counseling and play therapy.
You deserve a supportive, genuine connection built on trust and respect. This is a place where your authenticity and vulnerability are deeply valued—because I believe they are the keys to a strong healing foundation. My approach is rooted in seeing you as a unique individual with the inherent potential for growth and well-being. At Ensō Mental Health, we offer compassionate and competent mental health care in an environment that is just as healthy for our staff as it is for you, our client! We practice what we teach, and we want to teach you to live your best life.
I love to help clients as they navigate hard things like parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD, cPTSD), neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD), school performance and behavior issues, ODD, work performance issues and relationships issues.
If you've ever wondered why you do certain things and want to change them or do them better...I can help with that! Together, we can develop the tools you need to get to know yourself and figure out how all the different parts of your personality can work together to create permanent positive change. You want to quit beating yourself up and move forward, and I want to help you do it! You can learn to be more compassionate, be more kind, and relate better with others AND yourself! Therapy is all about learning to be the best version of yourself, which frees you see the best version of others, too.
I love to help clients as they navigate hard things like parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD, cPTSD), neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD), school performance and behavior issues, ODD, work performance issues and relationships issues.
If you've ever wondered why you do certain things and want to change them or do them better...I can help with that! Together, we can develop the tools you need to get to know yourself and figure out how all the different parts of your personality can work together to create permanent positive change. You want to quit beating yourself up and move forward, and I want to help you do it! You can learn to be more compassionate, be more kind, and relate better with others AND yourself! Therapy is all about learning to be the best version of yourself, which frees you see the best version of others, too.
As we engage in equine therapy we witness the incredible bond between horses and humans, crating a safe and transformative space for growth and healing. The wisdom and intuitive nature of horses guide us on a journey of self -discovery, resilience, and emotional well being. Whether it is building trust, finding peace, or developing valuable life skills equine therapy offers a unique and profound path towards growth.
As we engage in equine therapy we witness the incredible bond between horses and humans, crating a safe and transformative space for growth and healing. The wisdom and intuitive nature of horses guide us on a journey of self -discovery, resilience, and emotional well being. Whether it is building trust, finding peace, or developing valuable life skills equine therapy offers a unique and profound path towards growth.
If you’re a working professional just trying to make it through the week, a mil spouse who’s tired of “blooming where you’re planted,” a first responder running on empty, or a veteran who’s tired of pretending everything’s fine—this space is for you. You’ve probably learned to keep it together for everyone else. But here, you get to take a breath. Alongside therapy, I also offer supervision and consultation for other clinicians seeking grounded, real-world support. Schedule your free consult and we’ll figure it out together.
If you’re a working professional just trying to make it through the week, a mil spouse who’s tired of “blooming where you’re planted,” a first responder running on empty, or a veteran who’s tired of pretending everything’s fine—this space is for you. You’ve probably learned to keep it together for everyone else. But here, you get to take a breath. Alongside therapy, I also offer supervision and consultation for other clinicians seeking grounded, real-world support. Schedule your free consult and we’ll figure it out together.
Alexandra Coyne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Rapid City, SD 57702
Waitlist for new clients
Located in Rapid City, SD, I offer both in-person and telehealth therapy to meet you where you are. I work with teens, adults, and couples navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and the lasting impact of past experiences. When we’re faced with difficult or confusing circumstances, it can feel overwhelming to know how to move forward. Together, we’ll work toward understanding yourself on a deeper level and be able to navigate challenges with greater clarity and confidence.
Located in Rapid City, SD, I offer both in-person and telehealth therapy to meet you where you are. I work with teens, adults, and couples navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and the lasting impact of past experiences. When we’re faced with difficult or confusing circumstances, it can feel overwhelming to know how to move forward. Together, we’ll work toward understanding yourself on a deeper level and be able to navigate challenges with greater clarity and confidence.
I work with children as young as three, teens, and adults, offering a compassionate, individualized approach to healing, with a passion for supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and anger.
I work with children as young as three, teens, and adults, offering a compassionate, individualized approach to healing, with a passion for supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and anger.
Diana Mueller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, LSW
1 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57701
Waitlist for new clients
I'm happy to work with all types of clients and issues. I strive for increased joy, happiness, resilience and peace for your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
I'm happy to work with all types of clients and issues. I strive for increased joy, happiness, resilience and peace for your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Mind Body Spirit Therapy (Skyler
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC, MDiv, MCoun
3 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57702
Move your mental health beyond Traditional Couch-Counseling.
Mind Body Spirit Therapy is a non-traditional model built for Men, Military, First Responders, Teens and Families in Rapid City, SD
Traditional Couch-Counseling doesn’t work for everyone. That’s why MBS Therapy give you a custom-built protocol built for men, military, first responders, teens, and families, so you can THRIVE in MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT. The protocol fueling this practice was built by Skyler Bascom, who has served as a local pastor, Chaplain, husband, and father in Rapid City, SD. Learn to control your mind, activate your body, and ignite your Spirit.
Move your mental health beyond Traditional Couch-Counseling.
Mind Body Spirit Therapy is a non-traditional model built for Men, Military, First Responders, Teens and Families in Rapid City, SD
Traditional Couch-Counseling doesn’t work for everyone. That’s why MBS Therapy give you a custom-built protocol built for men, military, first responders, teens, and families, so you can THRIVE in MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT. The protocol fueling this practice was built by Skyler Bascom, who has served as a local pastor, Chaplain, husband, and father in Rapid City, SD. Learn to control your mind, activate your body, and ignite your Spirit.
Accepting new Clients! Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and addiction issues, I've got you covered. I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore life's challenges. Life can be difficult, but you don’t have to face it alone. My goals are to create an open and warm atmosphere to explore your needs. Located in the heart of downtown rapid city, my office provides a convenient and friendly environment.
Accepting new Clients! Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+, and addiction issues, I've got you covered. I offer a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore life's challenges. Life can be difficult, but you don’t have to face it alone. My goals are to create an open and warm atmosphere to explore your needs. Located in the heart of downtown rapid city, my office provides a convenient and friendly environment.
I provide therapy for individuals who are looking for a safe space and unconditional support. I provide support for people experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, LGBTQ specific struggles, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and relationship issues.
I provide therapy for individuals who are looking for a safe space and unconditional support. I provide support for people experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, LGBTQ specific struggles, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and relationship issues.
I am passionate about assisting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate family and relationship issues. Whether it is being a single parent, going through a divorce, having parents who are divorcing, the loss of a loved one, or the everyday stressors that come from the different relationships in your life, I am here to provide a safe space for you to share your feelings, navigate the transitions, and find peace along your journey.
Book with me now by clicking on my website!
I am passionate about assisting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate family and relationship issues. Whether it is being a single parent, going through a divorce, having parents who are divorcing, the loss of a loved one, or the everyday stressors that come from the different relationships in your life, I am here to provide a safe space for you to share your feelings, navigate the transitions, and find peace along your journey.
Book with me now by clicking on my website!
Healing Trauma Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, QMHP
1 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57701
We bring experience in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy; the Duluth model for domestic violence; parenting-fatherhood is sacred, motherhood is sacred; parent-child interaction therapy; parent/child assessments, and sibling assessments.
With so many options out there what does Satterwhite counseling bring that is unique? Bryan Satterwhite and Nora Boesem bring expertise in working with children and adolescents with prenatal alcohol/drug exposure, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Autism, and attachment traumas. They bring years of experience and their own personal journeys with children’s mental health. They can help you to navigate some of the hardest moments as a family. Offering testing for FASD, autism, and functional developmental assessments. We provide individual therapy for all ages including adults who are experiencing suicidality and trauma.
We bring experience in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy; the Duluth model for domestic violence; parenting-fatherhood is sacred, motherhood is sacred; parent-child interaction therapy; parent/child assessments, and sibling assessments.
With so many options out there what does Satterwhite counseling bring that is unique? Bryan Satterwhite and Nora Boesem bring expertise in working with children and adolescents with prenatal alcohol/drug exposure, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Autism, and attachment traumas. They bring years of experience and their own personal journeys with children’s mental health. They can help you to navigate some of the hardest moments as a family. Offering testing for FASD, autism, and functional developmental assessments. We provide individual therapy for all ages including adults who are experiencing suicidality and trauma.
Do you need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement? I would be honored to be that someone for you. I have a passion to help teens and adults to learn, grow, and heal. I have a client-centered approach to therapy. This is about you; you are in the driver's seat. Even though the therapy process can sometimes be painful, I like to incorporate a little dash of the "laughter is the best medicine" approach at times. Tears and laughter both have healing qualities. And what if you don't like to talk? We can use additional approaches such as expressive art, play, or journaling to reach your counseling goals.
Do you need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement? I would be honored to be that someone for you. I have a passion to help teens and adults to learn, grow, and heal. I have a client-centered approach to therapy. This is about you; you are in the driver's seat. Even though the therapy process can sometimes be painful, I like to incorporate a little dash of the "laughter is the best medicine" approach at times. Tears and laughter both have healing qualities. And what if you don't like to talk? We can use additional approaches such as expressive art, play, or journaling to reach your counseling goals.
Many of the men and couples I work with feel stuck in cycles around pornography, sexual habits, or intimacy concerns that are quietly eroding confidence and connection. These struggles often come with anxiety, low mood, and a lot of shame - even when everything else in life looks "fine." I regularly work with individuals and couples together when sexual concerns are impacting trust, communication, and intimacy. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
Many of the men and couples I work with feel stuck in cycles around pornography, sexual habits, or intimacy concerns that are quietly eroding confidence and connection. These struggles often come with anxiety, low mood, and a lot of shame - even when everything else in life looks "fine." I regularly work with individuals and couples together when sexual concerns are impacting trust, communication, and intimacy. I am a capable guide who will respect your individuality and choices along the way while providing you a sureness of foot that only experience can provide.
People often come to seek treatment after a major change in their life. While seeking support during life setbacks, it is also important to seek help and learn coping skills before it becomes too overwhelming. Life is dynamic. I have helped support a diverse group of people throughout my career including young adults leaving foster care, veterans, active duty members. It is very rewarding to support people to live their life to the fullest.
People often come to seek treatment after a major change in their life. While seeking support during life setbacks, it is also important to seek help and learn coping skills before it becomes too overwhelming. Life is dynamic. I have helped support a diverse group of people throughout my career including young adults leaving foster care, veterans, active duty members. It is very rewarding to support people to live their life to the fullest.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals through their personal journeys of healing and self-discovery. I am excited to offer my skills and compassion to help clients overcome life’s challenges. By fostering an environment of trust and openness, I work collaboratively with my clients to uncover hidden patterns, confront painful memories, and build resilience. This process promotes long-term growth and self-empowerment.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals through their personal journeys of healing and self-discovery. I am excited to offer my skills and compassion to help clients overcome life’s challenges. By fostering an environment of trust and openness, I work collaboratively with my clients to uncover hidden patterns, confront painful memories, and build resilience. This process promotes long-term growth and self-empowerment.
Beth L Trennepohl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHP, LPC-MH
1 Endorsed
Rapid City, SD 57703
Waitlist for new clients
You are a person of faith - but that doesn't seem to be enough right now. You wonder how a traditional counselor, steeped in psychology, can even understand your deep desire to reconcile your faith and your frailty, your determination and your doubts. Wonder no more! YOU are SAFE here.... I am honored to help you reconcile your real life stress, your mental health challenges, your emotional turbulence, and your relationship desires WITH your Christian faith. Let's not put this off any longer.... You are safe here.
You are a person of faith - but that doesn't seem to be enough right now. You wonder how a traditional counselor, steeped in psychology, can even understand your deep desire to reconcile your faith and your frailty, your determination and your doubts. Wonder no more! YOU are SAFE here.... I am honored to help you reconcile your real life stress, your mental health challenges, your emotional turbulence, and your relationship desires WITH your Christian faith. Let's not put this off any longer.... You are safe here.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.