Amber Buren, MA LMFTabout amber
Amber Buren, MA LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Amber holds a master's degree in counseling and psychological services and a certificate in marriage and family therapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota as well a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. Amber has over 14 years of mental health experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her areas of interest include grief/loss, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and health/wellness. Her theoretical approach includes a family systems background infused with techniques and interventions from dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and narrative therapy. Amber strives to create a safe and warm therapeutic relationship working collaboratively with clients on their path of healing and growth both within themselves and their relationships. 
Mallory Getchell, MAabout mallory
Mallory Getchell, MA Therapist Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT, Supervisor Mallory holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of St. Thomas. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in child psychology from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. Mallory has experience working with adults in a Partial Hospitalization Program, providing in-home behavioral therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, crisis intervention, and working with children and adolescents at an inpatient hospital. She is passionate about parent/child attachment, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She enjoys working with people of all ages. Mallory’s approach to therapy is integrative, incorporating empathy, mindfulness based intervention, self-care, acceptance, and commitment to change. She strives to adapt therapy to meet each client’s unique needs, while using their strengths to get them to where they would like to be. 
Jennifer Larkey, MA LPCCabout jennifer
Jennifer Larkey, MA LPCC Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Jenny holds a master's degree in counseling psychology from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. She has 12+ years experience working with teenagers, individuals, and couples with a variety of issues and concerns. She specializes in working with clients experiencing emotional dysregulation, life stressors, sexual and relational concerns, marital difficulties, parenting concerns, spirituality, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar depression, anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, adjustment disorders, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders, PTSD & complex trauma, LGBT support and grief. Jenny is skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, existential therapy, DBT, trauma interventions, as well as other evidence based approaches. She holds a certification in the treatment of depression and mood disorders. She has extensive training in mindfulness practice, as well as trauma treatment such as EMDR, CBT and somatic based interventions. Jenny is working toward completing her certification in the treatment of PTSD and complex trauma. Jenny strives to include openness and a non-judgmental environment in therapy. She believes in having a safe environment for clients to improve and achieve goals. She works from a client-centered approach - to meet where the client is at and help them manage goals and skills in order to find their strengths and achieve their personal and individual meaning for a life worth living. 
Sherry O'Malley, MA LPabout Sherry
Sherry O'Malley, MA LP Licensed Psychologist Sherry holds a master's degree in counseling and psychological Services from St. Mary's University and a bachelor's degree in social work from St. Cloud State University. She has over 23 years of experience in the counseling field, working with individuals, couples and families on a wide variety of issues. Her areas of interest and expertise include working with people who experience anxiety, depression, shame issues, family of origin issues, physical and sexual abuse, domestic abuse, parenting issues, PTSD, work issues, communication difficulties, grief and loss, and adoption issues. She also works with people who are dealing with autism spectrum issues and chemical dependency issues. Sherry seeks to develop a trusting, caring relationship with her clients, to facilitate their sense of well being and reach their goals in therapy. She draws from many theoretical frameworks to help clients address areas of concern, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, and Psychodynamic Theory. She tailors the therapy experience to meet each client's unique needs. 
Pauline Svare, MA LMFTabout pauline
Pauline Svare, MA LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Pauline holds a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from Argosy University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and human services from Upper Iowa University. She has over ten years working in the social services field. Her experience includes providing therapy to teenagers in a school-based setting and skill-based therapeutic services to adults. She has experience working with families, individuals, and co-facilitating therapy groups. Pauline’s areas of interest include working with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, traumatic experiences, new life transitions, and families. Her goal is to walk along with clients to their own solutions by developing a warm, trusting, and caring relationship with clients. Pauline uses a variety of theories and techniques; with an emphasis on a client-centered approach. |
Alyssa Doberstein, MS LMFTabout alyssa
Alyssa Doberstein, MS LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Alyssa is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families. She earned her Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Alyssa has extensive experience working with adult and childhood trauma, relationship concerns, infidelity, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, and self-esteem. She tailors her therapeutic approach to her clients and works to provide a collaborative and authentic experience. Her approach to therapy focuses on using the mind-body connection to promote healing and increase quality of life. Alyssa trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), using it to help clients of all ages reprocess traumatic and distressing life experiences. Alyssa is also trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, a systemic approach that helps couples repair conflict and deepen intimacy. She utilizes a systemic, strengths-based framework to help individuals develop their “best self” and have more fulfilling relationships while tapping into their inherent resiliency. 
Brooke Halliday, MA LPCCabout brooke
Brooke Halliday, MA LPCC Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Brooke holds a bachelor’s degree from St. Cloud State University in Community Psychology and Criminal Justice in addition to a master’s degree from the University of St. Thomas in Counseling Psychology. Brooke enjoys working with individuals in their late teens through adulthood focusing on issues such a depression, anxiety, self-compassion/self-esteem, trauma, major life changes, and family of origin difficulties. Brooke practices from an integrative approach incorporating CBT, IFS, Person-Centered, Bowenian and other theories as needed to best serve her clients where they are at. She believes that each individual is the expert of their own life and has the capability to heal themselves and achieve their goals. Brooke emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist. She works to create a safe, empathetic, nonjudgmental environment in which clients can heal and achieve their goals. 
Allison Merriman, MA LMFTabout allison
Allison Merriman, MA LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Allison holds a master's degree in counseling psychology with a family psychology concentration from the University of Saint Thomas. Allison also holds a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Gustavus Adolphus College. Allison has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years and has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in residential treatment and day treatment settings, outpatient mental health clinics, and medical clinics. In therapy, Allison focuses on listening to people in order understand their struggles and goals. She aims to bring a sense of trust, non-judgmental presence, humor, and validation to her work. Allison works together with people to develop a plan for working toward the changes they desire to make. Allison enjoys using creative, solution-focused approaches when helping people make changes. She also focuses heavily on a cognitive-behavioral approach. Special areas of interest include depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, grief, family and blended family dynamics, and adjustment to life stressors. Allison has obtained intensive trainings in treatment of trauma including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). She has also undergone intensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which provides skill-based treatment for emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties. 
Katie Shaw, MSW LICSWabout katie
Katie Shaw, MSW LICSW Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Katie holds a master's degree in clinical social work from Augsburg College in Minneapolis, MN. She has over 15 years experience in the mental health field, with the majority of her professional experience providing psychotherapy to adults individually and in a group setting. Katie has interest and expertise working with adults who seek partnership with their therapist and want to learn skills to manage/overcome depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and/or psychosis. Katie is also comfortable and competent working with co-occurring disorders with chemical dependency as she has previously facilitated a mental health/chemical health group for 10 years. She values working with each of her client's to determine the best approach for treatment. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), with preference for this modality. Other treatment techniques used may also include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Rogerian, and heart-centered approaches that are based in her client's current strengths and support system. Katie's holistic approach to mental health care reflects her desire to help her client's learn how to resolve their own problems, establish their own resources, trust their own selves, and honor their own needs. Ultimately, it is her hope and intention that through therapy, client's can overcome their internal barriers to achieve their own powerful results. |
Leah Faiad, MS LAMFTabout Leah
Leah Faiad, MS LAMFT Licensed Associate Marriage & Family Therapist Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT, Supervisor Leah holds a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout and a bachelor's degree in child youth and family studies from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Leah believes in empowering clients to access their own strengths by utilizing a solution focused perspective to overcome life’s challenges. Leah enjoys working with individuals and families across the lifespan, including children, teens, adults, couples and families. She utilizes both talk therapy and child centered play therapy when appropriate to facilitate the healing process. Her special areas of interest include anxiety, depression, family conflict, parenting stress, life transitions, trauma and sexuality. She provides individuals with a variety of mindfulness based techniques to increase ones ability to manage difficult emotions and improve overall self awareness. Leah aspires to create a warm and and non-judgmental environment for clients to find healing and inner peace. 
Dr. Jenny Holdredge, MA PsyD LMFTabout jenny
Dr. Jenny Holdredge, MA PsyD LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Board Approved LMFT & LPCC Supervisor Intern & Pre-licensed Clinical Supervisor Clinic Director/Owner Jenny holds a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and a master's degree in marriage & family therapy and professional counseling from Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. She has over 18 years experience in the mental health field and particularly enjoys working with couples and individuals struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety (specifically with panic attacks), atypical or treatment-resistant depression, personality disturbances, addictions, sexual/intimacy concerns, unresolved or ambiguous loss, trauma, stress management, & interpersonal communication. Jenny’s approach is influenced by neuro-affective research, dynamic & psychoanalytic principles, family systems, and attachment theory. She works collaboratively with clients to establish a secure therapeutic relationship where healing can occur and produce long-lasting results. Jenny is also a Minnesota Board approved clinical supervisor & provides mental health & performance consultation services to individuals and corporations. She is the owner and Clinical Director of Rum River Counseling, Inc. 
Corinne Mortensen, MA LMFTabout corinne
Corinne Mortensen, MA LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Corinne holds a master's degree in marriage & family therapy from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. She holds a bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. Corinne enjoys working with couples, families, and individuals of all ages. Corinne has experience working with individuals and families in home based, outpatient clinic, and inpatient hospital settings. Her area of interest includes working with couples or families in conflict, and individuals coping with anxiety (panic disorders), depression, suicidal and self-injurious behaviors, and co-occurring addiction and mental health disorders. Corinne’s approach to therapy is collaborative and strength-based. It draws from many models and is influenced by family systems and psychodynamic theories. 
Kate Stevenson, MAabout kate
Kate Stevenson, MA Therapist Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT, Supervisor Kate holds a master’s degree in counseling and psychological services from Saint Mary’s University. She also holds bachelor’s degrees in psychology and theatre arts and a minor in English writing from Concordia College, Moorhead. Kate has experience working with adults in a higher level of care, providing psychotherapy and psychoeducation on key topics such as coping and distress tolerance skills, goal setting, wellness, assertiveness skills and boundary setting, naming and understanding emotions, understanding mental health and stigma, social skills and healthy relationships, and meditation/mindfulness skills. Kate has worked extensively with adults experiencing generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and autism. Kate uses a person-centered approach to establish a warm and genuine relationship with her clients and provide a safe, non-judgmental, and validating place for them to share their story. She draws upon elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) in order to introduce tools, skills, and concepts for clients to implement in their lives. Creativity, humor, and bibliotherapy (books!) are especially welcome in Kate’s practice. |
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