I have 25 years of experience seeing individuals and couples. I love my work as it allows me to follow my passion of helping people find meaning and master whatever challenges they face with care and compassion. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and self-worth. I offer groups for mindfulness, emotional overeating, and anxiety/depression. I have found mindfulness to be an important life skill for people. It is particularly helpful in dealing with stress, anxiety, and depression. With this skill we can all learn to quiet our busy minds and handle emotions more effectively.

Are you feeling isolated by the very walls you built for protection? If so, you are not alone, and I am glad you are here. Past hurts can leave us feeling inadequate, questioning our self-worth, and struggling to develop meaningful relationships. Whether you are seeking healing or personal growth, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space to collaboratively work towards your goals. Those who work with me find themselves increasing their ability to communicate their needs in relationships, feel more empowered, recognize they are valued and worthy, and better understand and respond to their emotions.

It takes courage to seek help during life's difficult moments. If You're wondering: Who? When? What? How? Why? feeling lost, confused, neglected, or overwhelmed with stress, addiction, loss/grief, trauma or fear of the unknown. You are making an important decision to get the help you want. I will listen as you work things out to reach your desired goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, fear,depression, relational issues, financial,or health concerns. I am there to provide the tools, guidance to express yourself in a judgement free space.Talking, laughing, weeping, walking,dancing,screaming welcome too.

As a narrative therapist, I take a positive approach to therapy; helping clients build on their strengths and resources as a foundation for change. I believe that therapy can offer clients much more than a band aid for their problems but that it can help transform their lives and relationships in meaningful ways. I believe that therapy does not need to be a long-term process and encourage clients to take an active part in therapy.

I work with a vide variety of adolescent and adult clients as well as couples and families of all ages. Most of my clients come in for an intake session to explain their situation and start to develop therapeutic goals. Weekly 50-minute sessions are recommended in most situations to start, but as progress is made, many clients shift to less frequent counseling sessions. I am dedicated to establishing a trusting professional relationship based on respect and understanding the unique history, perspective, and needs of my client.

Adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood, grief/loss, ADHD, social axiety, panic attacks, survivors of abuse, self-esteem, health issues, anger, communication skills, LGBTQ+, stress management, life transitions, relationship concerns, codependency, OCD, phobias, postpartum/pregnancy anxiety & depression. Goals focused on stress reduction, acceptance, self esteem, confidence, coping skills, communication, anxiety management, concentration, sleep improved relationships, self care to name a few.

Everyone goes through challenging situations in life and there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. Therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired. My goal is to see the situation through your eyes, and provide guidance and support, giving you the tools you need to overcome whatever challenges you face.

Do you feel overwhelmed with things in life? Is it hard to fall asleep or get out of bed in the morning? Is your self confidence at an all time low? Everything feels like work. The pandemic has isolated you. If so, therapy can help. My commitment to you is to build a partnership that embraces education, skills training, and change; supporting you to reach your goals and live confidently, independently, and fully. Growing up in the Midwest, I learned the value of hard work, humility, and hold a responsibility to others and my community.

Therapy provides an opportunity to explore the challenges and barriers that keep us from connecting to a meaningful life. I value compassion and collaboration and look forward to building a relationship with you. Together, we'll discover what's most important to you and what steps you can take to a live a more fulfilling life.

Life Improvement with Hypnosis for release of excess anxiety, anger, sleep problems, unwanted behaviors, and addictions such as smoking and drinking. If modern medicine hasn't handled the problem, Hypnosis is another option for people. It's an easy approach to seemingly hard problems using the power of the subconscious mind. This Mind Work can be done in conjunction with your doctor to assist body healing. Holistic approach.

Coping with stress related to the COVID-19 outbreak, as well as managing the mental health and psychosocial considerations can be very challenging. Don’t do it alone. DPCS is also open for more customary, client issues, for example: relational issues, symptoms of anxiety and depression, grief/ loss, etc. While I prefer face-to-face counseling sessions, due to COVID-19, during this time of limiting social contact to preserve the physical and mental wellbeing of all of our Fargo/ Moorhead community members and DPCS staff, I am grateful we have the option of telehealth available to us.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in North Dakota (LPCC 767-12-15-13-274). I feel extremely privileged to do the work I do. I admire your willingness to be open, vulnerable, and authentic in order to grow and heal. My goal as a therapist is to create a space for you to explore and nurture your own story to move you forward in your unique situation. I believe that our individual pain provides an opportunity for deeper self-awareness, and therefore collective empathy. I look forward to assisting you in leading a life you enjoy while we create a space for self-compassion, growth, and inner peace.

Life has been challenging to say the least.  You’ve noticed you’re on edge, irritable, and yelling at your family more than you ever believed you would.  You are strong, accomplished, independent, and reliable.  However, lately you’ve been feeling physically exhausted, using the “I am fine” words to friends and family. Underneath that veneer you are crying or screaming at God, you’re forgetting little things you were always able to remember, you’re eating more or less than what’s considered normal, you’re lonely, angry, and fed up with doctors, politics and people in general. It’s Time!

Welcome! I hope that you find helpful information here. I am an addictions and mental health counselor, and I am passionate about providing you with quality counseling for both addiction and mental health disorders. I work with adults at this time, emphasizing trauma-informed care and holistic wellness. My theoretical orientation is eclectic, so I use various strategies to best serve you, including humanistic, mindfulness, strengths, and values-based approaches.

I have been in private practice for 23 years in Detroit Lakes, MN, and Fargo, ND. I have worked in the human service field for 35+ years, and I currently have my office ONLY in Detroit Lakes, MN. I specialize in stress/anxiety/depression related issues, incl. PTSD and sexual abuse. I also specialize in the integration of psychology and Christian spiritual values. I am licensed in MN. I accept most insurance plans. I enjoy working with people of different ages (age six and older), individuals, couples, families and groups, as well as public speaking, workshops, etc. NOTE: I no longer see clients in Fargo.

Adults, adolescents, and couples, reach out to me for assistance with psychological trauma and help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, emotional crisis, grief, spiritual growth, and relationship issues. I specialize in helping people stuck in their trauma who do not feel like they can move on from the hurt and pain they have experienced in their life. Additionally work with couples on finding better ways of growing their relationships and assisting people who have been exposed to traumatic events or incidents.

People come to see me for therapy to work through trauma symptoms, work on family dynamics, or other mental health concerns. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families to address a variety of mental health concern or challenging situations they face.

I am a clinically certified trauma professional as well as an LPCC and an LADC. I am able to help clients recognize and develop coping skills to help them manage their mental health symptoms and their chemical dependency issues. I am able to help clients recognize where their possible trauma has settled within their body. I assist clients in developing awareness of their minds and body and become more mindful of their whole sense of self. No one wants to suffer and if they are, I am able to help them identify what is causing their suffering and work through it or provide them with the tools to do so once they are on their own.

Do you constantly feel like you're trying to fit in? For creative thinkers it can be so hard to find our place in the world. We get lost in the daily shuffle and can often lose a sense of who we are and who we want to be. So often past trauma and harmful relationships completely change our views of ourselves. We feel disconnected, unmotivated, and lost. Change and healing CAN happen. Sometimes, it just takes a little bit of creativity.

I have been a practicing therapist for approximately 12 years. Much of my work has been with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues for teens and adults. I currently offer individual, couples, and family counseling to clients ages 8 and up.