Debra Nelson, MA, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Evaluator & Mediator in Forest Lake, MN
Compassionate counseling, family support, professional mediation, and practical guidance for individuals, couples, parents, and families in Forest Lake and throughout Minnesota.
Debra Nelson founded Counseling & Mediation Solutions in 2002 and brings more than 30 years of experience helping people navigate relationship challenges, parenting concerns, family conflict, divorce transitions, and major life changes.
What Debra Nelson Helps With
- Marriage and family therapy
- Parenting and relationship development
- Divorce and family mediation
- Parenting assessments and family-court consultation
- Individual counseling for anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions
- Holistic and integrative therapy approaches
- Community mental health, education, and ministry support
Education, License & Training
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Minnesota License #1740. Verify with the Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy.
- Master of Arts (MA), University of St. Thomas, 2000.
- Family mediation certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), 2008. Learn about divorce mediation in Forest Lake.
- MMPI-2 certificate, 2009, supporting family court evaluations and parenting assessments.
- Founded Counseling & Mediation Solutions in 2002.
See Debra’s Psychology Today profile for more about her approach.
Insurance, Payment & Appointments
Insurance: Debra’s counseling services may be eligible under Medica, Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, UCare, or Medical Assistance. Participation varies by provider and plan, so please contact the office to verify your benefits before the first visit.
Private pay: Self-pay and HSA/FSA arrangements are available. Mediation, evaluations, wellness, and consulting services are generally private pay.
Appointments: Request an appointment directly with Debra, call (651) 307-4993, or contact Counseling & Mediation Solutions with coverage questions.
You can verify Minnesota marriage and family therapy licensure through the Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy.