Sonder Behavioral Health & Wellness - Minnetonka

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  Anna Schupp

  PsyD., LP

  Too often we allow our fear, guilt or disbelief to stop us from living our best story. We stay stuck in relationships, jobs or other situations that no longer serve us, zap our energy and leave us feeling unfulfilled. We put other people’s needs ahead of our own and are left feeling confused about or disconnected from our purpose and passion in life. Deep down, many of us can’t shake that feeling that there is more for us if we can only muster up the courage to change. My work is to help you find a life that is more meaningful, a life that is more aligned with who you are and what you want. The majority of clients I work with are competent, well-functioning individuals who are struggling in some way or our feeling dissatisfied, unhappy or stuck. Whether its regarding an experience, your everyday life, your relationship, fears about the future, or something more devastating or extraordinary, change is possible. I encourage you to make a commitment to yourself and your future. As a therapist I use an integrated approach to therapy and draw primarily from cognitive behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and interpersonal theories. I work with adults and older adolescents along with individual therapy.

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  Sara B. Schilplin

  PsyD., LP

  Dr. Sara Schilplin is a Licensed Psychologist who provides individual therapy and testing for adolescent and adults. Dr. Schilplin enjoys treating clients with a variety of clinical issues and specializes in treatments for adults and adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder, as well as individuals with difficulties related to life transitions, family of origin issues, relationships, LGBTQ issues, and emotion regulation. She has extensive experience conducting psychological evaluations to test for ADHD, general mental health functioning, cognitive/memory functioning, anger problems, forensic issues, and pre-surgical pain or bariatric evaluations. In practice, Dr. Schilplin utilizes an integrated approach to therapy, drawing primarily from Cognitive-Behavioral and Object Relations theories. She takes a collaborative approach to treatment, combining her clinical expertise with the goals of the client. Dr. Schilplin believes in fitting her therapy approach to the specific needs of the individual and recognizes that different clients have different needs. In the first couple of sessions, Dr. Schilplin will work to develop some clinical impressions of you to determine the best approach for treatment. She believes that having a comprehensive understanding of an individual’s earlier relationships and life events are key to understanding a client’s current struggles, as well as the client’s perception of their struggles.

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  John G. Luehr

  MD

  I believe life’s challenges, including emotional wellness challenges, are like a team sport. You are the most important member of your team. But to play your best game, you need other team members for support, insight, coaching, and practice. My main role on the team is that of the equipment manager. Your description of the obstacles and difficulties, coupled with my experience and knowledge, allows us as a team to create the best medication strategy for you. Just as the right shoes can help an athlete gain better traction, the right medication can help you engage in the other components of your emotional wellness.

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  David Brandsrud

  APRN, CNP, PMHNP

  Creating an environment where you feel respected, cared for, and understood is my ultimate goal. I want to learn about your history, what stands in the way of you feeling better, and how we can get there together. I will not simply write a prescription and send you on your way – establishing a trusted, long-term partnership is crucial for success. I believe in the judicious use of medication, paying full attention to the pros and cons. Together we will create a treatment plan that best meets your needs. I am happy to see children, adults, and everyone in between. We can talk about everything from serotonin to sports to spirituality.

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  Heather Schiller

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  Clare

  Billing Specialist

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  Scott Guldseth

  PhD, LP

  I have worked with people suffering from depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, sexual issues, personality disorders, and many more. I embrace building rapport with my clients in a way that allows us to engage in a collaboration of unique, innovative and effective techniques to overcome the challenges, problems and/or difficulties they are facing. While I have grounded myself in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I use all my clinical experiences, resources and flexibility to meet my clients where they are in their journey. I take pride in listening to my clients and trying to provide them thoughtful tools they can use long after our sessions are complete. This might include mindfulness work, existential questions, focus and performance exercises, and often includes movie quotes and clips, books and readings, and laughter.

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  Alec Vicenzi

  PsyD, LP

  My therapeutic approach is most strongly grounded in psychodynamic and existential principles. Psychodynamic therapy emphasizes the impact of interpersonal relationships, especially those from childhood, on our social and emotional lives. Existential therapy focuses on issues we all grapple with by virtue of being human, such as creating meaning or dealing with major life transitions. In addition, I am trained in EMDR therapy, an evidence-based treatment for addressing trauma, and utilize components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when necessary.

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  Mary Auster Shanesy

  PsyD, LP

  Dr. Mary Auster Shanesy is a Licensed Psychologist whose professional journey has taken her from an inner-city community mental health clinic, to a brain injury hospital, to working with the serious and persistently mentally ill, to helping incarcerated offenders, and finally to her current work with every day, average, “normal” people just like all of us. Throughout these many and varied experiences, Dr. Shanesy has focused her energies on helping individuals who want to free themselves from the suffering created by the lies that are at the heart of anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, life transitions, grief, and loss, and is the author of Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life: The Lies That Bind, and the Problem with Happily Ever After. In addition, Dr. Shanesy offers cognitive, psychological and neuropsychological testing including adult ADHD evaluations, adult Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations, cognitive and memory assessments, and personality evaluation.

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  Jeffrey Kendall

  PsyD, LP

  My career has been all about helping people and their families find happiness and resilience during one of life’s most stressful occurrences: a cancer diagnosis. This has shown me how to help people harness their strengths and empower themselves to regain control of their life and mental health. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapies. Experience has taught me these evidence-based therapies are an important foundation but work best when combined with experience, wisdom, and flexibility to meet you where you are in your journey. Therapy with me is open, authentic, collaborative and can often include laughter. I help people with stressors related to physical illnesses such as cancer, cardiac disease, and chronic pain. I’m also here for you if you’re experiencing the suffering associated with depression, anxiety, difficult interpersonal relationships, unwanted life changes, and the mind-body connection. We will work together to navigate these challenges and find your way to the life you want to live.

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  Traci Hackmann

  MA, LP

  believe people do the best they can with what they know at the time. Given the opportunity to do better, they will. The therapeutic relationship can provide that sense of safety and trust for growth and healing. My therapeutic approach blends my background and interest in developmental psychology and social psychology. I incorporate evidence based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Client or Person Centered Therapy. My extensive work with young clients has allowed me to do attachment work, trauma-informed treatment and aspects of play therapy. The specific therapeutic process is determined by the unique, individual needs of each client.

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  Erika Ladwig

  M.Ed., LPCC

  I believe in creating a safe and welcoming environment where clients feel open to exploring emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors in order to empower them to live a rich and meaningful life. I appreciate the complexity and the messiness of our journeys, and I believe each individual’s unique story offers the foundation for growth and transformation. I think that every individual is moving toward self-actualization and part of our work together is aligning our authentic self, our best self, with the life we are currently living. Our therapeutic relationship begins with compassionate listening, which lays the groundwork for human connection and allows meaningful change to occur. Empathy in the therapeutic relationship allows us the opportunity to develop self-awareness, self-confidence, and healthy coping skills to emerge stronger and healthier in the face of life’s ups and downs. I work with clients, primarily adults, who are struggling with major life transitions, relationships, dating, depression, and anxiety, as well as clients who are simply feeling stuck or find themself in need of a place to explore ways to align their choices with their values. I use an integrative approach to counseling, pulling from several theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and Existentialist to help clients find a path to change that feels right for each individual.

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  Gene Nisja

  MA, LMFT

  If anxiety and depression are holding you back from reaching your full potential, you are not alone. I understand how that happens to people and ways to move you to a better place. I have counseled others for more than 25 years in a variety of settings and can use what I have learned to help you replace nonproductive behaviors and propel you into reaching your full potential. If you are in a position of leading others, I am in a unique position to provide support to help you maximize your leadership role. I am on the leadership team in a hospital setting and I recently earned a Bronze Certification in Lean Process. I can assist you in understanding how to remove waste and assist your business in operating more efficiently. I can leverage my experience as a therapist and a leader. I use cognitive behavioral techniques to treat anxiety and depression. I approach therapy with humility and gratitude as a foundation of my approach.

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  Ramona Hemphill-Kent

  MSW, LICSW

  In my years as a therapist, I’ve learned one of the hardest and most difficult parts of the process, is getting the courage to finally reach out and ask for help. When you do, my job is to celebrate with you for making such an important choice to put yourself first, and then empower you to keep going. I’m a huge believer that every client who walks into my office, is the absolute expert in their own lives. I’ll teach you what I know, and you’ll teach me what you know. I’m not there to provide all the answers, but I am there to walk with you while we figure it out together. In my experience, I quickly learned that most individuals that step into a therapy room, have some sort of trauma that has impacted their life and has made it difficult to function the way they want to. Whether it be childhood trauma, a single incident that changed your life or perspective, or complex trauma that has continued throughout your life; it doesn’t have to prevent you from living your best story. I knew I wanted to be able to help those who have experienced trauma, because trauma impacts every single aspect of our lives; all the way down to our physical health. I am most fond of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and have found that it’s my absolute passion to be able to provide this type of therapy to those who need it. Throughout working with me, you’ll learn how trauma impacts your brain, which in turn helps you better understand your body, and ultimately, you’ll feel empowered to be able to calm and ground your mind and your body together. I’ll combine EMDR with other modalities that focus on self-esteem, attachment, empowerment, self-regulation and cognitive coping, to help you develop an eclectic set of skills that serve you in all domains of your life.

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  Kelly Gadola

  MSW, LICSW

  Therapy can be intimidating for many individuals, and I strive to create a warm and safe therapeutic space through building a strong rapport with each of my clients. My main goal is for my clients to feel respected and understood, as well as to develop a positive therapeutic relationship that will facilitate exploration, growth, and healing. I believe that individuals are always doing their best in any given situation and that what our best looks like can fluctuate depending on outside factors and life circumstances. I want to provide a stable, empathetic, and caring relationship where clients feel empowered to create positive change in their lives and that they can feel confident in themselves to continue doing their best. As a therapist, I provide individual psychotherapy for adolescents, teens, and adults who are experiencing mental health concerns such as: anxiety, depression, identity/gender/sexuality exploration, trauma, school stress, and peer/relationship stress. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches including relational, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, narrative and EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing). I feel very fortunate to get to learn about my clients' lives and I delight in the connections that I get to make each day.

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  MaryBeth Ehlert

  MSW, LICSW

  In my therapy work, I use a blend of approaches to meet the unique needs of each person, drawing from theoretical frameworks such as psychodynamic, attachment, and systems theories while utilizing skills and techniques from areas such as mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. My ultimate goal in combining these is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your motivations while also giving you tangible techniques to manage each difficult moment. I strive to be collaborative and non-judgmental in session, providing a safe therapeutic space to explore old patterns and create new ones.

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  Connie Palacio

  LMFT, LICSW

  Therapy is a journey of growth, healing and self-discovery. I would be honored to embark on your life journey by your side. Together we will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. As you get ready to start this journey, I will be there to support and empower you. I feel honored to be a part of my client’s therapeutic journey, as our problems and feelings are unique and yet we are all one and together. I am a bilingual and multicultural Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience providing in person and online therapy for individuals, couples, and group counseling. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, couples’ problems, sexual health and sexuality, intimacy problems, attachment, divorce separation, parenting problems, grief and loss, immigration and adjustment issues. I have also helped many who have experienced trauma, post-traumatic stress, emotional/verbal, physical, or sexual abuse or assault. My counseling style is warm, patient, kind and interactive. My approach combines client centered, cognitive behavioral, solution focused, trauma informed, narrative, attachment theory, emotionally focused couples therapy, Gottman, and systemic counseling. Together we will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. As you get ready to start this journey, I will be there to support and empower you. I feel honored to be a part of my client’s therapeutic journey, as our problems and feelings are unique and yet we are all one and together. That is the way I like to approach our sessions, as a team, addressing challenges together to become free from judgement, criticism, pain, changing our negative perceptions, and to live a joyful and peaceful life. For my professional growth, I read related literature, keep myself up to date with ethical and legal guidelines in the field, and the latest research and attend conferences and trainings. In my personal free time, I like to spend time with my family and our new puppy. I love traveling, playing tennis, skiing, and going to any fun event.

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  Kathy Slavics

  MA, LPCC

  When I enter a therapy relationship, I feel honored to come along side my clients on their journey of discovery and change. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space to focus on building strength and resilience as clients work towards their goals. As they develop knowledge, which is gained to understand, not to judge, my clients move from a place of struggle or survival to a place of thriving. I use a supportive, empowering approach and believe it is important that therapy shift from therapist support to the client being able to support themselves. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, gourmet cooking (and eating!), photography, music, and spending time with my family and friends.

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  Tricia Engen

  MA, LPCC

  When you walk through those doors for the first time, you have made a huge step in your journey of self-discovery. I work to provide a safe space for individuals of all ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds. I want you to feel empowered to be who you are striving to become in life. By collaborating with you we can create goals that you want to accomplish. If you are feeling stuck, anxious, sad, angry, making a big change in your life, I believe that we can work together and unpack those feelings.

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  Sonali Gore

  M.Ed., LPCC

  here are times when we may feel bogged down and overwhelmed by life stressors thereby impacting our ability to maintain a balanced life and achieve our goals. Everyone is an expert of their own life and has unique ways of dealing with stress including when he or she may feel ready to seek help. I strive to provide a safe non-judgmental space to help individuals feel empowered to move forward when they are ready. My role is to provide unconditional support and feedback. A person-centered approach to goal setting and treatment planning helps me meet individuals where they are at. As a clinician, I use an integrative approach with a focus on Solution-focused brief therapy and Cognitive Behavior therapy. Due to my experience working with various cultures, I like to incorporate values and traditions that are meaningful to my clients into my counseling approach. I primarily work with adults who have anxiety, depression, grief, codependency issues, relationship problems, and other work-life stressors. I also have several years of experience working in EAP, crisis, and community mental health settings.

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  Samantha Womeldorf

  MA, LPCC

  I'm here to work alongside you by uncovering the missing pieces of your puzzle in life. I use an emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioral approach in therapy to explore life’s problems and support you in finding peace. I believe gaining insight into your thoughts, your emotions, and your passions are the keys to approaching our work together to meet your needs and goals. I have also been trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART); whether we incorporate this into your therapy, or you want to see me solely for a few ART sessions, I can be that therapist for you! No matter what, my ultimate goal is to empower you to live the life you want and deserve.

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  Melissa Kokales

  MA, LPCC

  he fast-paced world in which we live makes it challenging to find time for ourselves. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable and safe prioritizing “you.” This is a time for you to share your story and identify and nurture what is most important to you. I will be there to empower and support you in this process. I have extensive training in acceptance and commitment therapy and love integrating mindfulness techniques in session as well as helping you find ways to incorporate them into your day-to-day life. I am honored to walk alongside clients as they encounter both joy and adversity in their lives. I believe these moments offer opportunities for growth and self-discovery. My approach to therapy draws from acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive- behavioral therapy, relational- cultural therapy, positive psychology, and attachment theory. Each client is unique, and I modify my approach based on your needs and preferences.

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  Margaret Czernia

  MS, LPCC

  It is my belief that therapy is not only a place to enact change and growth but a place where you can express yourself without fear of judgement; where you can explore who you are, what strengths you possess, and what values you hold. No matter what has led you to therapy, I will promote a safe space where you will be heard, respected, and supported. We each have our own story and I strive to hear what that story is for you and how it has shaped you. Change can take time and can feel scary, but we are all capable of it when given the right space and understanding. As a therapist, I use client-centered and evidence-based practices including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to provide individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary for them to understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Every individual is unique and thus has unique goals when it comes to therapy. It is my goal to assist you in finding what these are and in empowering you to work towards them and live a life you find meaningful. While working with adolescents, it is sometimes beneficial to their treatment goals to include caregivers in the process. I will uphold the trust and autonomy of my adolescent clients when meeting with caregivers by providing transparency on anything discussed with caregivers.

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  Alejandra Aschittino-Rodriguez

  MPS, LPCC, LADC

  I believe personal agency is key to finding meaning in distressing scenarios and growing from them. I use both Existential and solution-oriented approaches when engaging with clients and strives to provide individuals and families with tools for self-awareness and self-empowerment through a mixture of theoretical models tailored to the client’s strengths and needs. I work to help clients establish more adaptive patterns of thinking with humor, empathy, and respect. While I will explore root causes of issues, I emphasize the importance of personal growth and identifying personal strengths. I work with adults and teenagers who are experiencing life-phase transitions, substance and alcohol use, and grief and loss. I have experience in working with depression/anxiety, PTSD, and general stress management. I often utilize psychodynamic-Adlerian, existential, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills with a culturally sensitive lens to provide a personalized care based on evidence-based practices. I will do my very best to ensure you are seen in a holistic manner and with your personal history taken into consideration while we are working together. Your dignity, safety, and self-actualization are always a priority in my work. I currently work with adults, older adolescents in individual or family therapy.

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  Caitlin Kerber

  MPS, LPCC, LADC

  I believe a therapeutic relationship is something everyone can benefit from. Attending therapy can allow time to find individual empowerment and move towards an improved life. It is my goal to provide a safe space for therapy where you can feel supported and free from judgment as you navigate life’s ups and downs. In therapy, I use a person-centered approach and recognize each person’s uniqueness and individuality. I follow evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy to provide tools promoting positive change as well as individual healing.

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  Shelby Lautz

  MA, LPCC, LADC

  As a therapist, I specialize in working with adults and adolescents, providing a realistic and empathetic approach to healing and growth. In our sessions, you can expect a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior. I believe in the power of collaboration, humor and tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet your individual needs. Drawing from my evidenced-based practice and professional experience, we will work together to uncover insights, develop practical skills and create positive change. Therapy is not about quick fixes. It is a process that requires effort, honesty, and vulnerability. I am committed to providing you guidance, tools, and support as we navigate the complexities of your life. Together we will utilize your strengths, resilience, and untapped potential, empowering you to create a more authentic and fulfilling life. You deserve a life that aligns with your values, reflects your true self and embraces well-being. Together, we can make that happen.

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  Allison Thorson

  MSW, LICSW

  I believe therapy is a journey and I applaud you for taking the first step. Therapy can be emotional, messy, and beautiful, but most importantly it should be unique to your own experiences. I will always strive to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for us to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. I appreciate my clients’ willingness to allow me to come with them on their journey. As a therapist, I provide individual psychotherapy for adolescents, teens, and adults that are experiencing mental health struggles such as: depression, anxiety, identity/gender/sexuality exploration and questioning, school stress, life transitions, work/life balance, relationship stress, and parenting. In my practice I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, strengths-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness. Healing is a process. My main goal is to support my clients during this process by providing coping skills to help manage the challenges ahead. I want my clients to feel respected, heard, and understood. But I will challenge you to make long-lasting changes, and above all, be kind to yourself.

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  Janet Bertolas

  PsyD, Postdoctoral Fellow

  I believe everyone needs support at various times in our lives. Each of us has a point in our journey where we “get stuck” and need help. My therapeutic approach is to assist you in pinpointing these obstacles that have prevented you from moving forward, to be your best self. Together we will set goals and find the tools necessary to develop the skills you need to work through your struggles. I strive to meet clients where they are at in the therapeutic process, with the understanding that each client has unique individual needs that need to be met.

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  Sara Ruiz

  MS, LAMFT, Post-Master's Fellow

  The space created in therapy means something different to each of us. Sometimes we are looking for healing or safety. Other times, we may be looking to be present with ourselves. As you reflect on what the space you want to create, you may consider what kind of therapist may be compatible with that vision. Here is more about me. I am a Master’s level clinician, pre-licensure, with training in marriage and family therapy. With individuals, intimate partners and families, my goal is to hold the many stories and systems that impact internal and external relationships. My style is collaborative, rather than prescribed or directive. I work to provide the balance of offering practical strategies alongside opportunity for self-understanding.

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  Kelly Gerzsenyi

  MA, Post-Master's Fellow

  “Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” - Brene Brown I’m so glad you are here, and I’d be honored to be part of your journey. Life has a lot of challenges, and you don’t have to conquer them alone. You can create and live the life you want, and I will work with you to build the steppingstones to make it happen. As a therapist, I work to create a supportive, non-judgmental, safe space where my clients can achieve the growth and healing, they are longing for. I help my clients not only talk about and gain insight into various issues but do things differently to create the change they want to see. As a therapist, I incorporate evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I emphasize improving overall wellness and health as I believe the different aspects of health (i.e., physical, mental health) are all connected. I also focus on mindfulness, as I believe awareness and presence are the foundation for change.

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  Alexandra Holt

  MA, Post-Master's Fellow

  With an integrative perspective, drawing from psychodynamic, existential, and humanistic approaches, I have a long held passion for accompanying people on their journey of self-exploration. I believe that therapy is a means to enhancing the transformative power of self-awareness and personal agency. By making sense of how our experiences, family, relationships, values, beliefs and narratives have shaped who we are, we can discover what is getting in the way of reaching our fullest potential. By providing a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space, I am honored to warmly collaborate and help you navigate the complexities and nuances of the inward to make sense of the outward.

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  Kaylie Vincent

  MA, Post-Master’s Fellow

  Hi, I’m Kaylie, a pre-licensed, Master’s level clinician. I know choosing the right therapist can feel daunting, and finding the best fit is imperative. That’s why we will spend our first few sessions ensuring our fit as we develop a treatment plan that works for you and meets you wherever you are at. I deeply believe that every person can live a joyful and meaningful life. If you are struggling with shame, fear, grief, or other difficulties, I want you to know that there is a life beyond the abyss of those feelings. I encourage my clients to ask questions about the therapeutic process whenever they arise, and I strive to create an environment of openness and understanding. My hope is that you feel supported to bring any and all questions or concerns to therapy. This is your hour, your therapy, your goals. I consider it a huge honor to be a part of that. As a therapist, I utilize approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I have worked with individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual concerns, addiction, and personality disorders, among others

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  William Baillargeon

  MA, Post-Master's Fellow

  Hi, My name is Will and I am a pre-licensed, Master's level clinician. My approach to therapy is offering my clients a safe and inclusive space where they can be their true, authentic self in a fun and judgement-free environment. I deeply care about my clients, and I do everything in my power to ensure they are supported and given the most effective and personalized approach to therapy possible. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy, mixing both evidenced-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Executive Functioning skill work, and Mindfulness techniques with more fluid and experiential approaches such as using an existential and philosophical approach, art, music, and play.

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  Todd Pinckney

  MA, Post-Master’s Fellow

  Initiating the therapy process takes a lot of courage. It's not easy taking an honest look at our lives and pressing into the difficult aspects, especially with a total stranger. But frankly, I believe that we all could benefit from therapy at various points in our lives. This is especially true when we're faced with life's transitions, hurts, traumas, stressors, and losses. My therapeutic approach involves empathetically processing through where an individual finds themselves currently, and then, exploring patterns, past experiences, and family of origin dynamics that both may impact or contribute to their current situation. I have found this process to be healing, and equipped with new insights and tools, ultimately leads to an individual's growth and empowerment towards the life they want. I believe in the power of the therapeutic process and it's an honor to come alongside an individual as they embark on that journey.

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  Cassie Billups

  MA, Post-Master's Fellow

  Hello! I’m Cassie, and I'm passionate about helping people make meaningful and positive changes in their lives. As a therapist, my primary goal is to create an inclusive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment that empowers clients to share their experiences openly and authentically in a space where they feel accepted. If you are seeking change and healing in your life, I hope that we can work together, collaboratively guiding you toward your desired goals. My counseling style is authentic, warm, and down-to-earth. I tailor therapy to the individual, couple, or family's specific needs, often bringing creative modalities such as expressive arts and skill-building exercises into sessions. Grounded in humanistic-existential principles, I honor your unique identity and autonomy, and I see people and their situations from a systems perspective, which means I understand how various aspects of your life impact who you are – from significant factors like family history and cultural influences to everyday elements like your interactions at work, your daily routines, and even your social media usage. I'm here to help you explore how these factors, and more, shape your experiences and support you in navigating them. My approach is very client-centered and integrative, incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques and theories, including Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman, Trauma Informed, and Solution Focused. I'm excited to be part of your journey toward growth, healing, and empowerment, and I'm committed to providing you with the support and guidance you need to achieve your goals.

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  Ulas M. Camsari

  MD

  Dr. Camsari obtained his medical degree (Doctor of Medicine) at Ege University School of Medicine in Izmir, Turkey. He completed his psychiatry residency training at Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry subspecialty training at University of Maryland in Baltimore, and Addiction Psychiatry subspecialty training at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. He is a diplomate of American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Board of Preventive Medicine; an active member of Society of Biological Psychiatry, Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and World Psychiatric Association.

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  Vanessa Baca

  DO

  I strive to provide compassionate and collaborative care that empowers you to take control of your mental health. Together we can create a plan that works best for you as an individual. I practice integrative psychiatry which is a holistic approach that utilizes both conventional methods, such as prescribed medications, and complementary therapies, which can include nutritional/herbal supplements, psychotherapy, meditation and life skills.

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  Joseph A. Hanson

  DO

  Dr. Hanson was born and raised in the Twin Cities Area. In his free time, he enjoys spending it with his family and friends, listening to and writing music of all kinds, and video games when time permits.

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  Brett Springsted

  APRN, CNP, PMHNP-BC

  My professional ambition is to create a stigma free, collaborative environment where my patients can feel comfortable and respected. Communication between provider and client is paramount in achieving the ultimate goal, your mental well-being. Whether it’s lifestyle changes, therapeutic techniques, or medication management, I will tailor your treatment to align with your personal vision of a healthy life. This is never a “one size fits all” approach as our minds are all created in diverse and unique ways. Often, adjustments are needed to identify the best approach to realize the most optimal treatment plan. Consistent correspondence and feedback are the key to success in our shared objectives.

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  Tiffany Hurt

  PA-C

  As a psychiatric physician's assistant, I use a patient-centered approach to evaluate the whole person. I believe there are many avenues for mental wellness, and medications can be an important tool on the path to feeling better.

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  Faith Mumphrey

  Psychiatric Coordinator
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  Mitch Lamers

  Psychiatric Coordinator
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  Lauren Bregmann

  TMS Coordinator
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  Erin Fritz

  Assistant TMS Coordinator
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  Lisa Lemke

  TMS Treater
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  Derek Annett

  TMS Treater
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  Eva

  TMS Treater
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  Megan

  TMS Treater
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  Amara Mayorga

  Medina Office Coordinator / Billing Assistant
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  Sarah Schulte

  Minnetonka Office Coordinator
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  Tracie

  Administrative Assistant
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  Hope Schiller

  Administrative Assistant
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  Haleigh

  Administrative Assistant
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  Bre

  Intake Coordinator
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  Ashley

  Intake Coordinator