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Lori Rolf is an Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW/LSCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Augsburg College, ea...
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Lori Rolf is an Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW/LSCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Augsburg College, earned in 2016. With over a decade of experienc...
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Who might be a good fit for Lori?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, depression, or substance use may appreciate the methods Lori Rolf incorporates into her practice. Her person-centered, goal-oriented approach, which includes mindfulness and evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT, is designed to support diverse adults seeking growth and practical skills in a compassionate setting.
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Felixia Valerius, LPCC, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University of M...
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Felixia Valerius, LPCC, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and over a decade of experience in m...
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Who might be a good fit for Felixia?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma may find support through the approach used by Felixia Valerius. She integrates evidence-based methods such as CBT and ACT in a collaborative, client-centered way that fosters resilience and emotional well-being, particularly for adults managing complex life experiences and identity-related concerns.
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Crystal Havins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and more than a decade of exp...
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Crystal Havins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and more than a decade of experience supporting individuals, families, and...
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Who might be a good fit for Crystal?
Those coping with co-occurring disorders or pursuing personal growth in trauma recovery may find Crystal Havins’ approach to be well-aligned. She integrates trauma-informed care with evidence-based therapies tailored to diverse clients, creating a compassionate and culturally responsive environment for healing.
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MN...
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MNLife challenges do not discriminate. Whe...
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Who might be a good fit for Gilonda?
Individuals focused on improving emotional resilience while managing stress and life transitions may find support in Gilonda Butler’s work. She incorporates a compassionate, client-centered approach blending cognitive and mindfulness-based therapies to help individuals explore their stories and build meaningful paths toward healing.
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Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio...
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Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ...
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Who might be a good fit for Alfreda?
Alfreda Shields may support individuals who want to explore emotional healing through a trauma-informed and strength-based lens. Her approach integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness, creating a compassionate space for adults managing anxiety, depression, or addiction challenges.
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William (Bill) Mills is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed therapist with specialization in anxiety, depression, ADHD, AS...
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William (Bill) Mills is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed therapist with specialization in anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, and relationships. He also specializes wor...
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Who might be a good fit for William?
William Mills may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, depression, or addiction. He integrates a compassionate, strength-based approach with mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques to support clients in developing practical tools and fostering lasting change.
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Norma Jean Carrow is a LCSW/LICSW who has been providing services to adult clients with depression and anxiety for seven years. Sh...
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Norma Jean Carrow is a LCSW/LICSW who has been providing services to adult clients with depression and anxiety for seven years. She believes that healing is a collaborative en...
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Who might be a good fit for Norma Jean?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety or depression may appreciate the methods Norma Jean Carrow incorporates into her practice. She combines evidence-based approaches like CBT with a compassionate, down-to-earth style that emphasizes collaboration and honesty in the healing process.
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Jose Alvear, LCSW, is a bilingual therapist dedicated to mental health, social justice, and social work. His passion lies in servi...
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Jose Alvear, LCSW, is a bilingual therapist dedicated to mental health, social justice, and social work. His passion lies in serving vulnerable populations, including those ex...
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Who might be a good fit for Jose?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges related to chronic health conditions, trauma, or body-focused repetitive behaviors may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Jose Alvear. His bilingual and culturally sensitive approach, combined with lived experience and expertise in trauma-informed and strength-based therapies, supports those seeking compassionate and practical guidance.
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Brittany has been passionate about helping people for as long as she can remember. When she was eight years old, she begged her mo...
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Brittany has been passionate about helping people for as long as she can remember. When she was eight years old, she begged her mother to let her start an advice column in the...
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Who might be a good fit for Brittany?
Brittany Davis may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, depression, or addiction. She incorporates a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques, to support individuals in making meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
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Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ...
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Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera...
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Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their ability to navigate life transitions could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like logotherapy and motivational interviewing to help clients build resilience while addressing symptoms of depression, grief, and other challenges with empathy and practical strategies.
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Nurse Practitioner Susan Philcox is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner w...
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Nurse Practitioner Susan Philcox is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner who treats individuals across the lifespan wit...
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Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Clients in need of guidance around managing depression, anxiety, or ADHD could benefit from Susan Philcox’s approach. She combines empathy with tailored treatment plans, integrating evidence-based therapies and a focus on building strong, collaborative relationships to support lasting progress.
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Stephanie earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree specializing in Psychiatry from The University of Texas at Arlington. She i...
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Stephanie earned a Master of Science in Nursing degree specializing in Psychiatry from The University of Texas at Arlington. She is proud to be a Board-Certified Psychiatric M...
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Who might be a good fit for Stephanie?
Stephanie Gonzalez may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or mood disorders who prefer a collaborative and practical approach to care. She integrates medication management with therapeutic techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, supporting clients in taking proactive steps toward improved well-being within a compassionate framework.
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Congratulations on taking this important step toward prioritizing your mental well-being! My name is Melissa Billings, and I am fu...
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Congratulations on taking this important step toward prioritizing your mental well-being! My name is Melissa Billings, and I am fully and independently licensed as a Clinical ...
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Who might be a good fit for Melissa?
Melissa Billings may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, ADHD, or trauma-related challenges. She creates a welcoming and affirming environment that supports diverse identities, using evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to help clients develop coping strategies and strengthen resilience.
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Briana Lindsey MSW, LICSW is a licensed independent clinical social worker. Briana obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology ...
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Briana Lindsey MSW, LICSW is a licensed independent clinical social worker. Briana obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Concordia University Saint Paul and her ...
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Who might be a good fit for Briana?
Briana Lindsey offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing anxiety, depression, or life transitions. She integrates client-centered care with evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, supporting resilience and autonomy across both adolescent and adult populations.
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Sarah Jirinzu-Carratala, PMHNP, is a holistic psychiatric nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience promoting mental wel...
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Sarah Jirinzu-Carratala, PMHNP, is a holistic psychiatric nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience promoting mental wellness for individuals and families. She provi...
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Who might be a good fit for Sarah?
Sarah Jirinzu Carratala may be well-suited to individuals who value a humanistic approach in managing challenges like anxiety, burnout, or navigating the complexities of parenthood. Her focus on holistic mental health support aims to help clients foster stability and growth during stressful life transitions.
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Doris Patton, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC is a dually certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner wi...
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Doris Patton, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC is a dually certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over five years of experience providing co...
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Who might be a good fit for Doris?
Doris Patton may be well-suited to individuals who value a trauma-informed and collaborative approach in managing mood disorders, anxiety, or ADHD. Her blend of medication management and psychotherapy, combined with experience across diverse settings and populations, supports clients in taking an active role in their healing journey.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker in FL, Idaho, Virginia; licensed independent clinical social worker in Massachusetts, Minne...
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I am a licensed clinical social worker in FL, Idaho, Virginia; licensed independent clinical social worker in Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Rhode Island.
I graduated from Bar...
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Who might be a good fit for Valencia?
Clients working through anxiety and life transitions and looking for supportive therapy might engage well with Valencia Campbell’s approach. She creates a collaborative and safe space that emphasizes strength-based techniques and cultural understanding, including support in Haitian Creole.
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Thanh Nguyen is a Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety f...
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Thanh Nguyen is a Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety for two years. He enjoys meeting new people a...
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Who might be a good fit for Thanh?
Individuals focused on improving emotional well-being while managing mood or anxiety symptoms may find support in Thanh Nguyen’s work. His culturally informed, empathetic approach combined with expertise in medication management creates a collaborative space for clients from diverse backgrounds to explore their goals.
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"makes me feel comfortable where I can be honest with myself and not feel judged " -Mike R. from MNDave Johnson has been a...
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"makes me feel comfortable where I can be honest with myself and not feel judged " -Mike R. from MNDave Johnson has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 1997 p...
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Who might be a good fit for David?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or addiction may find support through the approach used by David Johnson. His use of cognitive behavioral therapy combined with strength-based and mindfulness techniques offers a grounded framework for clients seeking practical tools and compassionate guidance.
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Jane Franks, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, has over 15 years experience working with adults with depression and an...
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Jane Franks, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, has over 15 years experience working with adults with depression and anxiety disorders. She has worked in both inpat...
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Who might be a good fit for Jane?
Jane Franks may be well-suited to individuals who value a patient-centered and trauma-informed approach in managing anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Her experience working with adults in diverse settings, including rural areas, supports a collaborative partnership focused on education and trust to guide clients toward their wellness goals.
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