Minnesota Teletherapy:
​These providers are ONLY available for teletherapy in Minnesota.

Brian Emmeck
​MS

about brian

​Brian Emmeck, MS
Masters Intern
Supervisor: Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT
Brian holds a master's degree and an education specialist degree in School Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He is licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education as a School Psychologist and is a National Certified School Psychologist. He is currently completing post-graduate work toward clinical practice in Marriage and Family Therapy at Adler Graduate School. 
 
As an intern, Brian works to support children, families, and couples in identifying common intentions that can bring about lasting outcomes. He primarily seeks to balance analytical problem solving with a wholehearted experience. Brian specializes with disorders related to obsessions, compulsions, anxiety, inattention, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. 

Brian is interested in what his clients love learning most and habits they prioritize. He believes a recognition of how and what clients uniquely wish to learn can, also uniquely, manage symptoms and enhance personal, relational, and family goals. Brian enjoys helping organize clients' limited time toward intrinsic learning, particularly with vocational, academic, financial, and recreational goals. 

Brian loves spending time with his family, fiancée, and dog Bear. He is passionate about writing, disc golf, and church fellowship. For those seeking Christian counseling, Brian welcomes questions and discussion. 
He joyfully offers a Christian perspective in acknowledging human limitations, reorienting where fear is confided, and hope & gratitude found. 

“Your greatest danger is letting the urgent things crowd out the important.” -Charles E. Hummel

Jeanette McGie
MSW LICSW

about jeanette

​Jeanette McGie, MSW LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
​​Many times in life our story takes an unexpected turn and we struggle with feeling lost, hopeless, anxious, and fearful. We lose track of who we are and where we are going.

As a therapist, Jeanette values walking alongside her clients during these moments. Our life story often doesn’t work out the way we had predicted. Someone passes away too soon, the birth of a child is traumatic instead of bringing joy, you or a spouse struggles with infertility instead of becoming a parent, fear and anxiety grips you, or intense depression pulls you into the depths of a hole that you feel you cannot climb out from and escape. 

Jeanette McGie is an Attachment-based therapist who has practiced for 5 years. She earned her Masters in Clinical Social Work at the University of St. Thomas/St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She is trained by Postpartum Support International and is listed as a recommended provider by Postpartum Support Minnesota.

One of Jeanette’s passions is working with moms and dads who are struggling with postpartum mood disorder such as Postpartum Anxiety and Postpartum Depression. She enjoys being able to support them while they step into this new part of their life and work through the joys and struggles of parenting. She is also passionate about working with families who are struggling with infertility and the disappointment and sadness that comes when becoming a parent takes a different path than you had planned. Additionally, Jeanette enjoys working with children, adolescents, and their families as they grow in their relationships with each other and navigate the different mental health concerns that may present themselves during those times in life

Jeanette uses a client center-based therapy that meets the client where they are and that understands the history of his or her trauma and early attachment to support the client with his or her mental health concerns. She uses Internal Family System Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. She assesses what the individual’s early attachment was or is and how it has impacted his or her development and relationship to the world around him or her. She also assesses the family dynamics and how they have impacted the person's development and interaction with others.

In Jeanette’s personal time she enjoys spending time with her husband, two kids, and friends. She loves the outdoors and enjoys camping, hiking, canoeing, and gardening. She also enjoys reading a good book and snuggling with her dog, Gracie.

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Megan Nyberg
​MA 

about megan

​Megan Nyberg, MA 
Supervisor: Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT
Megan holds a master’s degree in counseling and psychological services from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and is working toward LPCC licensure. Megan’s main modalities are cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, radically open dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. She has received intensive training on anxiety and panic disorders for adolescents and adults, as well as training on grief and loss. Megan serves clients ages 16+ who are navigating the transitions of life and living with experiences of grief and loss, generalized anxiety and panic, depression, trauma and PTSD, school and work stressors, relationship and family concerns, and transracial adoptee issues. She supports clients with previous or co-occurring diagnoses of ADHD, eating disorders, and other medical diagnosis. She views clients as experts in their own life and offers psychoeducation from a developmental and holistic lens. Megan walks with clients as they gain further understanding of their mental health and help them identify skills that aid in healing and growth.
As Ferris Bueller said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Utilizing humor, mindfulness, creative interventions (music, art, and writing), bibliotherapy, and yes, movie clips and quotes, she helps clients sit still with their story and connect to their authentic self. 

Kate Stevenson
​MA

about 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.

​Holly Tofanelli
​MA LMFT

about Erin

​Erin Wood, MA
Therapist
Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT, Supervisor
Erin holds a master’s degree in counseling and psychological services as well as a graduate certificate in
addiction studies from Saint Mary’s University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in education from The
College of Saint Scholastica. Erin has experience working with individuals and groups in a higher level of
care, and enjoys building secure, non-judgmental, and collaborative client relationships. Erin has
experience working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict, parenting
challenges, adjustment disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, attachment disorders, trauma-
related disorders, learning disorders, and substance use disorders, as well as individuals who experience
co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Erin is passionate about looking at the
biological, psychological, and sociological factors that influence health and wellness and works with
clients to identify ways in which they can move forward at their own pace. Erin is primarily a person-
centered therapist who also draws from solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy,
dialectical behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy, and works to adapt her methods to fit client
needs.

Lauren (Schlatter) Keating
​MA LPCC LADC

about lauren

Lauren (Schlatter) Keating, MA LPCC, LADC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
​Lauren obtained her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Minnesota and her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota Professional School of Psychology at Argosy University. Lauren is licensed as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC). Her clinical interests include family systems, trauma, mental health and chemical dependency counseling. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her four children and traveling.

​Brian Moore
​MA LPCC

about brian

Brian Moore, MA LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
​​​​Brian holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology for kids and teens from Bethel University as well as a post-master’s certificate in couples counseling from Northcentral University. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in sociology from University of MN-Morris. Brian has worked in the mental health field since 2011. He enjoys working with individuals (5+); couples, and families on a variety of issues including: anxiety, medical trauma, trauma, attachment/relational concerns, LGBTQIA issues, parenting skills, relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, and work stress. Brian believes in an eclectic/integrated approach to therapy, drawing from several approaches including schema therapy, emotionally focused therapy, family systems theory, & cognitive behavioral therapy. Brian is also trained in trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Brian has a client-centered, supportive, strength-based, and empathetic approach to therapy that supports clients in empowering themselves and achieving their goals. Brian believes in encouraging and challenging clients through kindness and being straight-forward while providing support on their journey to feeling fulfilled and being the best person they can be. 

​Sherry O'Malley
​MA LP

about 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.

​Amber Schneider
​MSW LICSW

about amber

​Amber Schneider, MSW LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
​Amber holds a master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Minnesota, and has over 10 years of experience providing clinical services to in a variety of mental health settings. A majority of her professional career has been providing individual therapy to adults with a focus on the treatment of trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and boundaries. Amber is certified in EMDR and utilizes this therapeutic approach in conjunction with other approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. Amber believes our best healing happens when our voices can be heard and she endeavors to create safe and trusting relationships with her clients. Amber strives to validate and support her clients while also challenging them to meet their own individualized goals by changing their thought patterns and behaviors. 

“Family pathology rolls from generation to generation like a fire in the woods taking down everything in its path until one person, in one generation, has the courage to turn and face the flames. That person brings peace to his ancestors and spares the children that follow.” — Terry Real.

“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” ― Rumi

​Maria Trenda
​MSW LICSW

about holly

​Holly (Traynor) Tofanelli, MA LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
​​​Holly holds a master’s degree from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. She welcomes working with adults, teens, couples, and families regarding relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance abuse, communication, addictive behaviors, aggression, GLBT issues, parenting and emotional dysregulation. As a group facilitator, Holly is both dynamic and engaging. She is certified in Prepare/Enrich assessments as well as Aggression Replacement Training. Holly is trained in Brainspotting and EMDR and utilizes these two mindfulness based approaches to help clients reprocess past traumatic experiences. Holly has also worked with Alzheimer’s/Dementia, and family caregivers at the University of Minnesota and Fairview Hospital. Holly believes therapy is a collaborative partnership between therapist and client and provides a safe, judgment-free environment where she can offer hope, acceptance, connection and empowerment. She helps her clients find successful ways to navigate problems by listening to their stories and helping them to feel connected with themselves and others. Holly believes that her role as a therapist is to assist her clients to become masters of their own change and growth, and tailors her therapy based on client need.

​Sheila Kosek
​MSW LICSW LADC LSSW

about sheila

​Sheila Lynn Kosek MSW LICSW LADC LSSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Licensed School Social Worker
Board Approved Clinical Social Work Supervisor
​​​Sheila holds a master's degree in clinical social work from the University of St. Thomas/College of St. Catherine, a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Metropolitan State University, and an associate of arts degree in chemical dependency counseling from Minneapolis Community College. She has over 40 years of experience providing mental health and addiction related counseling to all age groups in outpatient mental health and treatment settings, hospitals, rehabilitation programs, and K-12 special education programs. Sheila is extensively trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma. She is also trained in The Comprehensive Resource Model, a wholistic approach to addressing and integrating trauma. Additionally, Sheila is trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a mind/body/sensory approach to healing, and has advanced training in Mind/Body Medicine theory, techniques, group facilitation, and has completed Phase 1 training in the technique of Brainspotting. Sheila believes it is a courageous decision to pursue personal growth. She provides a safe, confidential and caring environment where clients are respected and supported without judgment. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients from a strength-based approach to address their life challenges and goals. She encourages clients to discover their unique inner guidance. Sheila works from a client-centered, holistic/integrative framework, utilizing mind/body techniques, brain science research, developmental/attachment approaches and mindfulness skills. These may include integrating breath techniques, guided imagery, movement, emotional self-regulation skills, family of origin exploration, and focused awareness/relaxation/stress reduction skills. These approaches to the healing process offer understanding and compassion for oneself as a prelude to lasting change. Sheila believes clients are experts in their lives and strives to honor each clients evolving needs, goals, and timing throughout the therapy process. Sheila welcomes the opportunity to work with pre-teens/teens, adults, families, and elder/seniors. Clinical specialties include: depression, anxiety (including panic), trauma and post traumatic stress disorder, relationship and family of origin issues, addiction and co-dependency recovery issues, life transitions, workplace challenges, and stress management.  She has a special interest in working with dual diagnosis (mental health/addictions/co-dependency) and with clients choosing to enhance recovery lifestyles or struggling with recovery. She specializes in working with clients pursuing a meditative/yoga/spiritual path who are experiencing emotional challenges. She is a Minnesota Board approved clinical social work supervisor and provides clinical supervision to graduate and post graduate social workers. She endeavors to assist clients to realize their inner wisdom and to live it fully. Sheila has practiced meditation,yoga, and mindfulness for 30 years and believes nature is a great healer. “There is something inside you that will always tell you the truth” ~Swami Rama  

Laura Moore
​MA LADC

about laura

​Laura Moore, MA LADC
Therapist
Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT, Supervisor
Laura holds a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Liberty University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a focus on addiction and recovery from Liberty University. Laura is primarily a person-centered therapist who also draws from solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy working with clients to fit their individualized needs. Laura has experience working with Native American individuals and recognizes the role of historical and multigenerational trauma in mental health symptomology and the role of spirituality (as defined by the client) in recovery. Laura builds secure, non-judgmental, collaborative client relationships and comes alongside to empower them to achieve their personal goals. Laura has experience working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict, parenting challenges, adjustment disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, attachment disorders, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, as well as individuals who experience co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. Laura is passionate about making her clients feel heard and understood while helping them make tangible decisions to improve their satisfaction with life.

​Lilia Pachenko
​MA LMFT

about lilia

​Lilia Pachenko, MA LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
​​​​Lilia holds a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from Saint Mary's University. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology with an emphasis on family studies from the University of Saint Thomas. Lilia has worked in the metal health field since 2011. She enjoys working with individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues including: anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, attachment/relational concerns, parenting skills, relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, and work stress. Lilia believes in an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from several approaches including: emotionally focused therapy, attachment theory, family systems theory, & cognitive behavioral therapy. She has also completed Level 2 Training in Gottman method couples therapy to help client’s work through a variety of relationship stressors. For her work with parenting concerns, she has been trained in Circle of Security-Parenting, an evidence based intervention program for parents and children that focuses on relationships from an attachment-based perspective. Lilia has a client-centered, supportive, and empathetic approach to therapy that supports clients in fulfilling their goals. She believes in challenging and encouraging clients to be their best selves so they can reach their full potential. She has a straight-forward, yet kind approach that she uses to walk alongside clients in their journey of self-discovery.

Courtney Sellberg
​MA LPCC

about courtney

​Courtney Sellberg, MA LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
​Supervisor: Dr. Jenny Holdredge, PsyD LMFT
Courtney holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology from the University of St. Thomas. 
As a therapist, Courtney strives to establish a safe, non-judgmental environment through a person-centered approach. Courtney believes in working collaboratively with her clients, utilizing each client’s strengths and readiness to change to reach a common goal. She values building a genuine and authentic relationship with her clients, as is essential to the counseling process. Courtney draws upon elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT) and Narrative therapy, and is trained in Tobacco Cessation Treatment training and motivational interviewing. 
Courtney has experience working with kids and adults, providing individual and group therapy that focuses on the following areas: psychoeducation on mental health symptoms, coping skills, stress regulation, anger management, goal and boundary setting, healthy relationship building, medication management, mindfulness and mental health and stigma. Courtney has worked with a variety of populations experiencing ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorder, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. In addition, she has experience working with Veterans recovering from trauma, in a group setting that integrated a spiritual and relational component into therapy. 

Erin Wood
​MA LADC

about maria

​Maria Trenda, MSW LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Supervisor: Catherine Tamayo, MS LPCC
​​Maria holds a master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of St. Thomas/St. Catherine University and a bachelors degree from the College of St. Benedict/St. Johns University. She holds a certification in the evidenced based treatment for PTSD called Prolonged Exposure Therapy under the supervision and guidance of Tracey Lichner and appointed by Dr. Edna Foa from the Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety under the University of Pennsylvania. Maria has been working in the mental health field for over 5 years and specializes in working with adults struggling with PTSD/trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders & panic, eating disorders, grief & loss, relational difficulties, and other adjustment related concerns. She uses a variety of theories and techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing to achieve a client-centered, strengths-based, and collaborative therapeutic approach. Maria hopes to offer a safe and supportive environment to explore and work through the challenges that life brings.

​Trevor Asher
​MA LPCC

about trevor

​Trevor Asher, MA LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
​Trevor holds a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Grace College and a bachelor's degree in applied psychology and Biblical studies from Oak Hills Christian College. He has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Trevor enjoys working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, shame, life transitions, self-esteem, borderline personality disorder, judgmental attitudes towards self and others, stress management, premarital, marital/couples counseling, Christian counseling, and more. He has foundational training in DBT and mindfulness and enjoys teaching clients how to practice interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance. Trevor's approach to therapy is CBT/DBT orientated and includes the use of humor, word pictures and analogies. He enjoys seeing clients have “aha” moments and works hard to provide an environment that feels safe and free of judgment. Trevor has the ability to be direct with clients in a tactful and gentle way, valuing an open and honest therapeutic relationship in which clients find him to be down to earth and easy to speak with.

Minnesota & Florida Teletherapy:
​This provider is ONLY available for teletherapy in Minnesota & Florida.

Jodi Smith
​MS LMFT

about jodi

​Jodi Smith, MS LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Jodi holds a master's degree in marriage and family therapy from St. Cloud State University. She has over 10 years of experience in the mental health field treating children, adolescents, couples, and families. As a Christian, she finds purpose and fulfillment in her work that leads her to be compassionate and understanding throughout the client’s healing process. She instills hope and enlightenment as the client shares their story, and where that story is held delicately throughout the therapeutic process. Jodi’s approach is influenced by family systems and attachment theory. Jodi is certified in Brainspotting for trauma treatment. Also, trained in Gottman’s Level 1 Relational Therapy Model. She assists clients toward becoming empowered by their self-worth, and works collaboratively to reach their ideal goal of success and progress. She provides a supportive, humorous, and safe environment where she makes it possible to connect on a therapeutic level. Her special interests and enthusiasm surround work with: couples, marital difficulties, intimacy concerns, interpersonal communication, boundary setting, women’s issues, parenting skills, adolescents, children, attachment disturbances, child development, unresolved or ambiguous loss, Christian counseling and spirituality, trauma, self-esteem, financial management, work related issues, anxiety, depression, sensory integration issues, self and emotional regulation, developmental stages of the life span, and stress management. Jodi is licensed in Minnesota and Florida and can see clients who are located in either state. 
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​Between stimulus and response there is a space.
In that space is our power to choose our response
In our response lies our growth and our freedom
              Viktor Fankl

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
John 1:5

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​"When action
meets compassion,
lives change."