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Counseling Solutions MN

Counseling Services in Forest Lake, MN
for Every Stage of Life

We offer personalized therapy, counseling, mediation, and wellness services for all ages — from children and teens to adults and the elderly — through a whole-person approach that supports body, soul, and spirit.

30+

Years experience

Ages 0-100

All ages served

4

Specialty areas

Areas of service

Find the right support for your situation

Each area brings a specialized, personalized approach. Select a service below to learn more about what we offer.

Personalized therapy for all ages. We help maximize your potential so you can live your best life, with a customized plan built around your unique needs.

Specialized support for children and adolescents, with 20+ years of teen group experience. Art, play, and pet-assisted therapy all available.

When people struggle, families struggle. We help you build a plan for peace and well-being — including mediation, custody, co-parenting, divorce, and more.

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Non-verbal therapies for those without verbal capacity, trauma release, language development, attention support, and self-regulation development.

What we treat

Services and therapeutic issues we address

Our team works with a wide range of presenting concerns across all life stages. If you do not see your situation listed, please call us — we are here to help.

Services offered

  • Counseling (Ages 0 to 100)
  • Wellness and Life Coaching
  • Divorce Counseling
  • ADR Consultation
  • Mediation: Child-Inclusive Services
  • Psychological Evaluations
  • ADHD Testing
  • Childhood and Adult Counseling
  • Spiritual Services
  • Integrative and Holistic Therapy
  • Multidisciplinary Team Approach

Therapeutic issues

  • Academic Underachievement
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Career Changes
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Codependency
  • Cognitive Disorders
  • Communication Breakdown
  • Depression
  • Deployment Issues
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Abuse and Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Elderly Persons Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief and Loss
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Impulsivity
  • Infertility
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Obesity
  • OCD
  • Oppositional Defiance
  • Parenting and Relationship Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep and Insomnia
  • Social Skill Struggles
  • Spiritual Concerns
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence and Bullying
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction

Sexuality

  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Lesbian and Gay Issues
  • Transsexual Issues
  • Lack of Sexual Desire
  • Sexual Compulsivity
  • Sexual Addiction and Accountability

Special focus issues

  • Court and Child Protection
  • Military and Clergy Support
  • Chronic Illness
  • Abuse Recovery
  • Psychological Testing

Not sure which service fits your situation? We are happy to help you find the right path forward.

How we help

Therapeutic methods we use

We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach. Your therapist will work with you to find the right combination of methods for your unique situation.

Pet Assisted Therapy

Non-allergenic therapy dogs Teddy and Sassy help create a calming, safe space for clients of all ages.

Art Techniques

Creative expression used to process emotions and experiences that are difficult to put into words.

Play Therapy

Child-centered approach using play as the medium for communication, healing, and skill development.

Holistic Therapy

Treating the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — rather than focusing on symptoms alone.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Evidence-based approach connecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to create lasting positive change.

Dialectical Therapy (DBT)

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

Behavioral Therapy

Targeted strategies for changing harmful patterns of behavior through structured, evidence-based interventions.

Nutritional Support

Guidance on how food, supplements, and lifestyle choices directly impact mood and mental health outcomes.

Bibliotherapy

Curated reading used alongside therapy to reinforce learning, insight, and sustainable personal growth.

We are here for you

Ready to take the next step?

Choosing to reach out is one of the most courageous things you can do. Our team is ready to listen, support, and help you build a path toward healing and wellness that fits your life.

407 West Broadway, Forest Lake, MN 55025 · 651-307-4993 · Contact form

Crisis support available 24/7: Call or text 988 · Text HOME to 741741

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