Trauma and PTSD Therapists in North Dakota

I believe each individual has their own story to embrace, and that by having the right therapeutic support and understanding, an empowered and fulfilled lifestyle can be achieved. I view change and personal growth as an ever-evolving process, and believe that when we begin to understand ourselves and our emotional experiences, true wellness and meaningful change can emerge. I greatly value connecting with each of my clients, and strive to elicit strength, compassion, and healing in our work together.

As a therapist, my goal is to empower others and utilize a strength-based, integrative approach to fit the needs of each individual client. One of my priorities in my practice is to provide a safe place for people to express themselves and be vulnerable in a non-judgmental environment. Previous experiences in my life have influenced my career path, which often gives me the ability to connect easily with others. I have an undergraduate degree in addiction studies from Minot State University and a master’s degree in counseling from the University of North Dakota.

I offer counseling to children, adolescents, and young adults. I use a strength and strategic based approach with my clients. I help with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, school struggles, and sibling rivalry, day-to-day struggles, ADHD, and stressors. I help formulate goals with clients that are obtainable. Mental health is health and I'm here to offer support and an open ear to promote success.

I am a compassionate mental health professional offering comprehensive counseling services to individuals at different stages of their lives. With a strong commitment to supporting my clients' well-being, I work with diverse populations and reasons for seeking counseling, including my work with law enforcement, trauma, life changes/ transitions, and vocational rehabilitation. I believe in meeting you where you are and helping you work towards your goals. As a result, I tailor my approach through your feedback, goals, and our sessions to meet the unique needs of every individual.

I work with women to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and boundaries. I have a special passion for premarital counseling. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to dig deep, engage in present-day issues, and are ready to be empowered to make changes that will impact the trajectory of their future. I love to help clients develop self-awareness and use handouts, podcasts, and books as resources to take therapy outside the office.

As an integrative therapist, I pride myself in tailoring various therapeutic approaches to suit your unique needs. My areas of interest include working with teen and adult clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and phobias. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative environment that facilitates comfortability and growth in my clients. I enjoy using humor and empathy to build relationships with my clients.

Supporting clients in making progress toward their goals is one of my favorite aspects of my job. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds and hearing their unique stories. I've worked with individuals, couples, and families with high-risk issues, such as abuse, neglect, and suicide and those in the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, and those struggling through life transitions.

Life can be very challenging and overwhelming, and our natural tendency is to freeze or flee from our issues. However the best solution is to walk through them, and I can help you in that process. I like to listen intently to hurting or frustrated people who are stuck in addictions, toxic relationships, depression, anxiety, and confusing situations and help them come up with solutions that will work. It's important to feel supported when we're overwhelmed, and I make that my primary goal.

I'm a licensed counselor and Registered Play Therapist, and I'm thrilled to connect with you. Whether you're a child, adolescent, or young adult, I'm here to support you on your journey. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, TF-CBT, and Play Therapy, I tailor my approach to suit your specific needs. I'm a firm believer in the power of the person-centered approach, meaning I meet you where you're at in life, ready to provide the support, hope, and healing you deserve. At heart, I believe in creating a safe and trusting environment where you can freely share your unique story.

Hello! I have a passion for working with individuals from age ten through late adulthood. I have experience working with individuals who may be struggling with infertility, adjusting to life after baby, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, OCD and other life transitions you may be experiencing.

Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to adjust to life’s difficulties and daily tasks? Has a past trauma, distressing event, or life change made taking your life back seem difficult? Or maybe wishing fears, worries, or stressors would not feel so heavy and overwhelming? Sometimes you don’t know how you got here or why this is happening. Now more than ever, we all experience uncertainty about different aspects of our lives. My hope is together, we can work to help you rise from whatever difficulties you may be facing. I'm here with honor to support you in your journey to create ways to heal, achieve goals, and find your joy.

Are you ready to take the step to enter therapy, but hesitant to do so? If you're reading this, I am proud of you, because looking for a therapist and scheduling your first visit is often one of the most challenging hurdles! My approach as a therapist is meeting you where you are at and help you feel comfortable and safe to open up. I strive to assist individuals feel validated, heard, and empowered to make change. I work with adults and couples on a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, grief, self-esteem issues, and relational stressors.

The clients I work with have often experienced profound changes in their mood or behavior, suddenly or gradually. They don't feel like themselves. Their anxiety may not go away. They're stuck or simply not happy in their current life choices. I help clients identify unhealthy patterns and triggers to distress. In our time together, clients develop skills to interrupt unhelpful or unwanted patterns in thought, mood and behavior. My clients are often looking to improve relationships, work toward goals and reduce stress. They want to gain healthy coping skills and learn positive reframing to improve functioning and stability.

There are many reasons why you may have decided to look for a therapist. Maybe you are hitting a tough spot in you life, your relationships are struggling, you have decided to address traumatic experiences, or you are just not sure where you want to be in life. In my practice, I work with individuals, couples and families facing these and many other concerns. I regard therapy as a collaboration; not a one-size-fits-all formula. I work to provide space for your unique experience and seek to find what works for you.

Every person brings a different story into therapy and my goal as a counselor is to create a safe space for you to explore and understand your story. I believe that a safe and collaborative relationship makes space for true healing and relationship building will always be the first priority in your work with me. You can expect that I will respect your own personal journey and that your personal goals will be heard and worked towards. If seeking services for your child, please know that I will work alongside you to address concerns in a way that is respectful of all involved.

Alana approaches her work with a trauma-informed focus. She recognizes the prevalence of trauma and its impact on an individual’s overall well-being and strives to understand the whole of the individual who is seeking therapy. Alana focuses on her client’s strengths to empower them to build a strong foundation to fall back on when there are setbacks in life. She values the importance of human relationships, authenticity, self-determination, integrity, and respect, and these values shine through in her work with clients.

Kayla Norton, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She provides individual therapy services to children (ages 8 and up), adolescents, and adults. Kayla has a passion for helping individuals who experience issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, attention and impulse control difficulties, mood difficulties, and adjusting to life changes. Kayla has experience in settings to include residential treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric hospital treatment, and outpatient therapy services.

In any given year, 1 in 5 adults in the United States is impacted by depression or anxiety. Are you walking through life alone? I strive to see, hear, understand, and empower you to reach your desires and capacity while navigating the challenges and seasons of life. Are you wired and tired, albeit parenting, relationally, occupationally, or perhaps you are grieving the loss of health or a loved one, or life has taken a turn you aren't prepared for? Addictions can be seductive, cunning, and baffling and result in a gradual erosion of what matters. You are worthy of a gentler, softer way through life that I will guide you through.

Are you overwhelmed with life stressors or trauma? Struggling with time management or motivation? Maybe you feel anxious, irritable, or depressed? It is time for you to get the help and support you deserve. You don't have to face these challenges or discover solutions alone. I will honor your story while sitting with you in your pain. I will offer space for safety and connection. Whether the focus is personal or professional, I will help you develop healthier responses to stress, learn concrete coping skills, and create a plan to improve your overall mental health and wellness.