Counseling
Individual Counseling
One-on-one therapy for anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal growth.
About this service
Support for a more peace-filled inner life.
I am here to support you. The society we live in does not make it easy to maintain a peace-filled or joy-filled inner life. There is a constant underlying pressure to achieve — a standard of living, the next life stage, a “perfect” work/home balance — and it’s difficult to prioritize caring for our own inner life.
Many of us learned, from a young age, that our emotions just “get in the way,” so we ignore or dismiss them — later medicating or distracting ourselves when they get uncomfortable. That “cutting off” of part of ourselves often leads to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unwanted behaviors.
In individual counseling we’ll explore the root of what’s bringing you in. I take a holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach, focusing on your current strengths and coping strategies while we work to better manage and overcome your challenge. As a clinician trained in family systems, I’m interested in how your past might be interfering with your present — healing old wounds and transforming subconscious thought patterns into healthier ways of thinking and being.
I encourage you to take the courageous next step and get the support you need. I look forward to working with you.
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; and she laughs without fear of the future.”
— Proverbs 31:25
How I can help
Whether you’re experiencing…
Anxiety
Depression
A life transition
An unsettling life event
At a glance
Session details
Format
In person or telehealth
Session length
About 50 minutes
Intake session
$200–$270
Ongoing sessions
$175–$225
Getting started
A gentle, easy process
01
Free Consultation
We start with a free 15-minute call to talk through what’s bringing you in and see if we’re a good fit.
02
Intake Session
Our first session is about your story and goals — together we shape a plan that feels right for you.
03
Ongoing Counseling
We meet regularly and move toward your goals at a pace that fits your life.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I need therapy?
There’s no threshold you have to reach. If anxiety, low mood, a hard transition, or a recurring pattern is getting in the way of how you want to live, that’s reason enough. Many clients simply want a thoughtful, objective space to sort things out.
What happens in the first session?
The intake session is about your story and your goals. We’ll talk through what’s bringing you in, a little of your history, and what you’d like to be different — then shape a plan together. There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready to.
Is therapy covered by insurance?
Often, yes. Insurance typically covers therapy when there’s a mental health diagnosis such as anxiety or depression. I’m in network with several Minnesota plans — we’ll confirm your coverage during the free consultation.
Do you offer in-person and telehealth?
Both. You’re welcome in person at the New Brighton office or by secure video anywhere in Minnesota — whichever fits your life better.
Let’s begin
Not sure if it’s the right fit?
A free 15-minute consultation is a relaxed way to talk it through — no pressure, no commitment.