Find a Therapist in Rochester, MN

I understand that reaching out to a therapist and starting therapy can be challenging and scary! I'm here to help you process your feelings and find insight into why you might be struggling. We'll also come up with a clear plan to translate that insight into actionable steps towards feeling better. I offer a warm and open approach to tackling issues and work with you at your own pace. I let you take the initiative and steer the direction of therapy, while still challenging negative cognitions and beliefs when necessary. Since therapy is so personal, I cater my approach to fit each individual's goals and personality. I see therapy as a team effort, where we work collaboratively together to help you feel more equipped to deal with all of life's stressors. I specialize in treating those who are struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, communication issues, and relationship conflicts.

I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Relational techniques to effectively treat people who are struggling. Whether you face depression, anxiety, past trauma, or relationship problems, I can help. I will grieve along with you, help you identify your personal strengths, and walk the path with you toward hope and healing. It is simpler than you might imagine making the initial call. I effectively treat adults, adolescents, families, and couples. I have been described as nonjudgmental, knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate by people I have worked with. As an educator, I teach graduate students important skills for helping individuals, families, and couples. Using this process, I stay up to date with psychotherapy literature and continually hone my skills, which helps inform my practice and allows me to be more effective for you. Take a look at our website for additional information.

Are you tired of struggling to understand and manage your feelings? Does pain from childhood or a significant event effect your relationships now? Do you feelings and beliefs about yourself, others and the world hold you back from living a more satisfying life? I would like to help you with these and other issues. I offer Hakomi and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy which are body-based mindfulness techniques that can help you work on healing traumatic and childhood wounds. This is ideal for clients who want to work on a deeper level in therapy and grow toward being more present in life. Here are some areas Mind-Body therapy can focus on: strengthening the connection between cognitive beliefs and how the body reacts to these beliefs; working with how trauma impacts breath by completing unresolved trauma responses in the nervous system; and studying the tension in your heart that comes from past hurts so it can release to make room for more joy. This is a gentle, yet powerful therapy that is done at your pace, and in collaboration, as we walk the memories and experiences of your life. You are welcome at any level of mindfulness experience. I am also trained in EMDR which is a highly effective method of therapy which use the brains organic capacity to heal trauma and developmental wounds. I can work with a combination of Sensorimotor and EMDR techniques to offer clients a rich therapeutic experience. I also use the AIR Network which helps reduce dissociation, enabling you to be more present and gain more understanding of your inside life experience. Other techniques I utilize in therapy are: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavior therapy (DBT) modified for individuals, spirituality and Anchored Relational Therapy (formally known as AIR Network) for dissociation. I will guide you in the process of learning how to heal yourself. Together we can work toward your growing sense of peace and self-acceptance.

As an eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapist, I work with adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, or who are in the middle of a difficult life transition. Often, my clients have experienced moments where something was ‘too much, too fast’ and ever since then, things haven’t felt quite right. EMDR work focuses on alleviating the distress associated with traumatic experiences. This approach is based on how the brain stores and processes information related to traumatic events, moving memories from the part of our brain that thinks “This is still happening right now” to the part that thinks “that happened, and I am safe now". Our first few sessions will be dedicated to getting to know each other and developing a roadmap of how our work can get you where you want to go. When you're ready to start this journey, call me.

I work with young adults and women who feel lost and alone in this world due to trauma or anxiety. I am here to help! Most of the clients I see are women dealing with trauma, low self-esteem or eating issues, and young adults experiencing anxiety. I also love working with the LGBTQ+ community. I specialize in four types of clients: women and young adults who are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, people who often think they are not worthy of love or respect, and women with body image or eating issues. Play therapy is used for children. I draw from various therapeutic techniques depending on my client's needs. My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that the human spirit is capable of hope, love, and resilience. Impermanence is a fact of life, what matters is how we learn to cope with changes in life. During our initial sessions, we will establish treatment goals. I am easy to talk to and relatable. You will feel at ease during the sessions. I often use humor in my sessions and have both life and professional experience. Together, we will develop new coping skills and improve your quality of life. I also allow for sessions outside of business hours.

Are you having a hard time with new challenges that you’re facing or with tough issues you’ve been struggling with for a while? You may be feeling alone, overwhelmed, and stuck with how to make the changes in your life that you desire. It takes a lot of courage to start talking with someone about deeply personal concerns. If you decide to work with me, you’ll likely find me to be kind, empathetic, non-judgmental, practical, and challenging when it’s helpful. My clinical approach varies, depending on the individual, their concerns, and their goals for therapy. I have specialized training in techniques that have been researched and proven to be effective, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT-I for chronic insomnia, mindfulness-based stress reduction, solution-focused, strengths-based, and insight-oriented therapy. Overall, I use a collaborative approach during therapy that emphasizes the whole person (mind, body, and heartspirit), and that focuses on applying the individual’s current strengths and developing new skills to cope, grow, and increase well-being.

My passion is working with people who have stress, unresolved trauma, or grief that may be complicated by depression and anxiety and preventing them from getting what they want out of life. I help my clients find both tools for current relief and tools they can use going forward. And I help each person uncover their compassionate core self. My goal is to help each person feel better by finding their own path to their thriving life. Together we create a working environment of acceptance, hope, and healing where insight grows and new options can be explored safely. Call or email today and let's talk about how you can find your path to thriving.

We are all awash in self help information. The problem is sorting and using the information in a successful way. Busy lives and numerous, competing pulls on our attention and energy can sabotage change. And change can be hard! Together we can come up with solutions; test out what works and what doesn't. You don't have to be alone trying and failing to achieve personal goals, struggling with depression or anxiety.. You can feel better and have a happier life.

How is your relationship with stress? Have you reached the point where stress is no longer just a thought, but has evolved into a physical state of discomfort and overall exhaustion? Stress comes to us when we are required to adjust to the competing demands and challenges present in our relationships, families, work, parenting, finances, and health. We all experience stress to varying degrees and can lead to feeling restless, overwhelmed, frustrated, and unsure about the future. While stress is a normal part of life, you don't have to accept the harm it has on you, your relationships, or your family. I work with individuals, couples, and families to change their relationship with stress and hardship. Together we will explore your experiences to discover meaning, identify solutions, and enable you to live life the way you want If you’re ready to start, I’m ready to help. Reach out now to schedule our first session together and we can begin working toward a happier, healthier you.

I welcome all races, ethnicities, and cultures as I honor your identity and its strengths throughout therapy. I believe it is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside those in their journey of finding healing. I view therapy as a collaborative approach, as the therapeutic process is a relational endeavor, and could be the first place you have felt truly seen and heard. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, adjustment-related issues, trauma-related conditions, and those on the autism spectrum. I take a gentle approach to counseling and love to meet clients where they are in the journey of life. I am passionate about providing a welcoming and warm environment for everyone. At the request of a client, I can incorporate prayer into the therapeutic process with trauma and dissociation. You are taking an incredible step in your journey as you research and seek support, and you should be proud of what you've already accomplished. I'm excited for the opportunity to work with you and make purposeful change in your life. Call or email to schedule an appointment today.

Hello! I'm Joe, and as a proud, cisgender, gay male, I'm deeply committed to creating a nurturing and affirming space for individuals, especially those within the LGBTQ+ community, to explore their identities and find healing. With credentials including a Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health from the University of Minnesota and licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), alongside my ongoing journey as a Pre-Licensed Mental Health Professional, I bring a blend of academic knowledge and practical experience to my therapeutic space. In our therapeutic journey together, you can expect to be met with compassion, empathy, and respect. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Drawing from various therapeutic modalities, I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs and preferences, with a particular focus on humanistic and person-centered methods. This means that our work together will be centered around your individuality and autonomy, as we collaboratively uncover insights and strategies to help you thrive and live authentically.

I believe we all need something different, and it's important to me to help you find that for yourself. Most of us know when something feels "off" or when we want better for ourselves, but it can be hard to know where that's coming from or what needs to change. As a therapist, I love helping people discover deeper layers of who they are. I'm also eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) trained and much of my work is focused on helping people move through and beyond trauma and difficult experiences, learning how to integrate them into your sense of self and history without letting them become your whole self.