Forest Lake, MN

Individual Counseling
Built Around You

Personalized, one-on-one therapy to help you navigate anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and emotional challenges at any age, at any stage of life.

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Confidential

Safe, private sessions.

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All Ages Welcome

Children to elderly adults.

30+ Years

Of clinical experience.

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Personalized Care

No one-size-fits-all plans.

What we treat

Support for life's challenges — at every stage

Individual counseling is a service for all ages of people. We offer many different therapy options with a personalized plan built around your best self.

Mental Health
  • Depression and Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • ADHD and ADD
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Panic Disorders
  • Personality and Cognitive Disorders
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Schizophrenia
  • OCD
  • Sleep Disorders
Life Challenges
  • Grief and Loss
  • Career and Life Transitions
  • Addiction and Recovery
  • Medical-Related Emotional Stress
  • Stress and Impulse Control
  • Obesity and Weight Concerns
  • Elderly Persons Disorders
  • Expressive Disorders
Relationships
  • Relationship Challenges
  • Pre-Marriage Counseling
  • Blended Family Support
  • Family Conflict
  • Co-Parenting Support
  • Parenting Plans and Consultation
  • Child Behavioral Support
Identity and Personal Growth
  • Sexuality and Identity Support
  • Lesbian and Gay Issues
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Sexual Addiction and Accountability
  • Self-Esteem Building
  • Spiritual Development
Specialized Support
  • Military Members and Families
  • Clergy Support and Education
  • Parenting Consultation
  • Wellness Consultations
  • Spectrum Disorders
  • Developmental Delays
Parenting and Family Support
  • Parenting Plans
  • Co-Parenting Coordination
  • Family Guidance
  • Child Behavioral Support
  • Adoption Support
  • Blended Family Counseling
Your first visit

What You Can Expect

A confidential space where you are heard, respected, and supported from the very first session.

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A safe, confidential environment

Everything shared in your sessions stays private. You can speak openly without fear of judgment, and at your own pace.

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Personalized, goal-oriented sessions

Your therapist builds a customized therapy plan around your specific needs, goals, and timeline.

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Evidence-based therapy approaches

Sessions draw from proven methods including CBT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and holistic approaches.

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Practical tools for real-life challenges

You leave each session with actionable skills you can use to reduce stress, improve relationships, and build confidence.

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New skills and increased hope

You can expect to learn practical skills, experience growing peace and hope, and take real steps toward healing.

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Whole-person, integrated care

We consider your physical health, mental wellness, relationships, and spiritual life together.

We help to maximize people's potential so you live your best life.
How we help

Therapy Approaches We Use

Your therapist selects from a wide range of proven methods, or combines several, based on what works best for your unique situation and goals.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Connects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to break harmful patterns and create lasting change.

CBT
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Builds skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

DBT
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EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is used to support trauma and PTSD recovery.

EMDR
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Pet Assisted Therapy

Therapy dogs Teddy and Sassy help create a calming, open environment for clients of all ages.

Pet therapy
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Holistic and Integrative

Whole-person care addressing body, mind, and spirit together for more sustainable healing.

Holistic
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Mindfulness and Relaxation

Techniques that build present-moment awareness, reduce anxiety, and strengthen resilience.

Mindfulness
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Art and Creative Therapy

Creative expression can help process emotions and experiences that are hard to put into words.

Art therapy
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Nutritional and Wellness Support

Guidance on how food, lifestyle, and physical health affect mood, energy, and mental health.

Wellness
Ready when you are

Take the first step toward
feeling like yourself again.

Whether you are navigating a crisis, working through long-standing challenges, or simply ready to grow, we are here. A 20-minute consultation call is free, and there is no pressure to commit.

407 West Broadway, Forest Lake, MN 55025 Fax: (651) 464-2289 Contact Form
Crisis support available 24/7: Call or text 988 Text HOME to 741741