Julie Christianson, MSW LICSW
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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.
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.
Jennifer Gish, MA LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Jennifer holds a master's degree from the University of Northern Colorado in counseling psychology and an undergraduate degree in elementary education from the University of Minnesota. She has over 20 years of experience and enjoys working with clients with the following issues: adoption, asperger's children and coaching their parents, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic illness and chronic illness management to help live a more qualitative lifestyle, pre and post counseling for bariatric surgery, life transistions, divorce, aspects of aging, trauma, job-related problems and enhancing each client's self-esteem. She works with adults of all ages as well as children and teenagers. Her philosophy is to help all clients feel safe in the therapeutic environment and help them heal through what is holding them back from from feeling and being "the best they can be." Jennifer works in a holistic manner, utilizing theories and skills from both the Eastern and Western world. By treating the mind, body and spirit as one entity, she empowers clients to handle any of life's stressors in a healthy manner. She utilizes humor as part of the healing process, and considers herself to be part therapist, part educator and part coach.
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.
Cindy LaChance-Lindberg, MA LMFT RPT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Registered Play Therapist
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Cindy holds a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from St. Mary’s University. She holds bachelor's degrees in education and human ecology from the University of Minnesota. For over 20 years, Cindy has enjoyed being both a parent and having a career as a licensed parent educator working with children, teens, couples and families. She draws on a combination of this rich experience and her training as a therapist when supporting individuals and families as they move through difficult life transitions. Cindy particularly enjoys working with people through marital changes, managing children’s intense emotions and behaviors, and navigating the complexity of family dynamics. Cindy has an admiration for those who have the courage to seek assistance when the inevitable challenges that life brings are difficult to manage. She works to help her clients create a safe space for the personal exploration that she believes is necessary for reflection and change.
Amanda Sasek, MS LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Board Approved LMFT & LPCC Supervisor
Sex Therapist
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Amanda holds a master's degree in marriage & family therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She holds a bachelor's degree in family social science, sexuality, and sociology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Amanda is also a Minnesota LMFT Board & AAMFT Approved Supervisor and supervises masters level interns and post graduate mental health professionals. Amanda is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and utilizes it to help clients reprocess disturbing or traumatic life experiences. Amanda believes in empowering clients to access their own strengths and resources in order to get through the many challenges that life throws us. She is a systems therapist that believes in incorporating major relationships into the therapeutic conversation. She is a collaborative therapist that utilizes the therapeutic relationship as a part of the healing process. She is passionate about working with those experiencing the following: teens, relational/couple concerns, sexuality concerns, history of abuse, trauma/PTSD, and depression/anxiety. She works well with teens, adults, and couples of all ages and sexual orientations. She has extensive training and experience in working with those who have experienced an unwanted or traumatic sexual experience. She uses sex therapy as part of treatment when appropriate, and works to help clients feel empowered by their sexuality in a safe and validating environment.
