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Jonathan Pounder
MA
LPCC, LADC
 
 
It can be exhausting to spend so much time thinking about what you should be doing differently while feeling unsure how to make things change. Maybe anxiety is taking up more space, conflict in your relationships keeps repeating, or you’re harder on yourself than you would be to someone you care about. Therapy gives us a chance to slow down and look at what’s happening when you feel stuck. Rather than pushing feelings aside or trying to fix them right away, we can listen to what they’re trying to tell us and use that understanding to create meaningful change.
I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, self-esteem concerns, relationship challenges, social anxiety, blended family dynamics, and religious trauma. My approach tends to draw from mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and internal family systems (IFS).
But often, what seems to be even more important than the approach we use is the relationship we build along the way. I want therapy to be a place where you feel comfortable being yourself, feel understood, and can make sense of what you’re going through.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety ***
  • Codependency
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues ***
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self Esteem ***
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Social Anxiety ***
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
Age Groups
  • Adults
Frameworks
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
Service Types
  • Couples
  • Individuals
Identity Groups
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Uptown - Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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Alissa Wegener
MSW
LICSW
 
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My approach aligns with the belief that folks are much more than their symptoms and that each individual has inherent dignity and worth. I provide a customized unique approach with each person to best help them reach their goals. I work with individuals who are struggling to find purpose, are working through a difficult transition, and those who feel like their emotions are controlling them. I have a published literature review on body positivity and the influence on self-image; I utilize self-compassion and somatic techniques to increase empathetic and validating inner self talk.
My specialties include working with queer and nonbinary folx, polyamory and ethical non-monogamy, those who are struggling with interpersonal skills and setting boundaries, and those who struggle with complex thoughts and habits surrounding eating and self-image.
I am a facilitator of DBT groups and provide individual DBT therapy, evidence-based psychotherapy, and individual skills training. When developing a therapeutic relationship, I will work with you as partners to create an environment where we can explore your goals and foster your ideal life worth living.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality ***
  • Burnout
  • Care-Giving
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Gender Identity ***
  • Grief
  • Identity Development
  • LGBTQ+ ***
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender ***
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)
Frameworks
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
Service Types
  • Individuals
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Telehealth
  • Burnsville, Minnesota
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Erik Dahl
MA
LPCC
 
 
My primary speciality is working with PTSD and trauma. I hear from a lot of clients that their previous experiences in therapy have felt like places to be heard but not to actually change. This often leaves them feeling stuck. I really like to provide a new opportunity for clients like this. My goal is to support meaningful changes for clients with these types of concerns. Are you someone who has experienced sexual assault, childhood abuse, domestic violence, or other traumatic event(s)? Are you a veteran, first-responder, or front-line medical worker? If so, I’d be glad to hear from you.
Although my primary specialty is in PTSD and Trauma, often therapy doesn’t stop there for folks. I have had great success in working with Anxiety and Depression, relationship concerns often related to trauma history, as well as folks who have Bipolar and other mood regulation disorders.
I try to emphasize evidence-based practices as much as possible, so if you like therapy that has clear research support, you’re in the right place. I take a person-centered approach, meaning that you and I will collaborate on what works best. I’m here to work with you and whatever unique challenges and circumstances you’re experiencing.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety ***
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder ***
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality
  • Burnout
  • Care-Giving
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression ***
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eco-Anxiety / Grief
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Identity Development
  • Internet Addiction
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • People-Pleasing
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Social Anxiety ***
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD ***
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Weight Loss
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Teen
Frameworks
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • EMDR
  • Evidence-Based
  • Existential
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
  • Trauma Focused
Service Types
  • Individuals
Identity Groups
  • Gay Allied
  • Immuno-disorders
  • Intersex Allied
  • Lesbian Allied
  • Non-Binary Allied
  • Queer Allied
  • Sex Worker Allied
  • Transgender Allied
  • Veterans
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Bloomington, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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Courtney Mensink
MA
LPCC, LADC
 
 
My name is Courtney Mensink and I have a license in both mental health and addiction counseling. I have worked in the field of addiction counseling since 2019 and have been licensed in mental health counseling since 2023. I specialize in working with individuals that are experiencing addiction, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, co-dependency, and self-esteem issues. I am passionate about helping people learn better coping skills, emotion regulation, and self-awareness and acceptance.
In my practice, I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT. With a client-centered, compassionate approach, I work to empower clients to develop coping skills, challenge negative thoughts, and build emotional resilience, guiding them toward lasting recovery and improved well-being.
I understand how overwhelming it can feel to face addiction, anxiety, or depression. You don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we can explore your struggles, build coping skills, and work towards a healthier, more balanced life. If you're ready to take the first step toward healing and change, I’m here to support you on your journey.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety ***
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality ***
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression ***
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis ***
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Identity Development
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Peer Relationships
  • People-Pleasing
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Substance Use ***
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Women's Issues
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)
  • Teen
Frameworks
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based
Service Types
  • Individuals
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Burnsville, Minnesota
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Kotatee Tamba
PsyD
LICSW
 
 
I believe therapy is a space to feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow. I work with individuals and families across the lifespan, from young children to older adults, addressing a range of needs and life transitions. My approach is integrative and tailored to each person, drawing from client-centered, strengths-based, solution-focused, narrative, CBT, and trauma-informed care. Therapy is collaborative, guided by your voice and goals, with a focus on building strengths, navigating challenges, and creating a more meaningful life.
 
 
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • ADHD ***
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety ***
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality
  • Burnout
  • Care-Giving
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Eco-Anxiety / Grief
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Internet Addiction
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Nervous System Regulation
  • Parenting
  • People-Pleasing
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation ***
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD ***
Age Groups
  • Adults
Frameworks
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Evidence-Based
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Service Types
  • Individuals
  • Psychological Testing
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Telehealth
  • Burnsville, Minnesota
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Cash Stone
MA
Pre-Licensed
 
 
I take a warm, curious approach to understanding you and the roots of your suffering. Together, we’ll explore not only what you’re experiencing, but why, so you can better understand yourself and navigate your life with more clarity and confidence. I’m a natural “dot connector”—almost forensic in how I help piece together the ways your history, relationships, beliefs, and experiences intersect and shape the present.
I work extensively with trauma (both recent and historical), relationship challenges, and substance use concerns. My goal is to help you feel truly seen, understood, and supported as we build a healing path that is both informed and deeply personal to you. Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll walk the path of understanding and healing together.
My pronouns are they/them. I have extensive experience supporting clients within the LGBTQIA+ community as well as those outside of it, and I strive to offer an affirming, knowledgeable environment for people of all identities and backgrounds.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • Addiction ***
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Gender Identity
  • Identity Development
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Nervous System Regulation
  • Peer Relationships
  • People-Pleasing
  • Relationship Issues ***
  • Religious Trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Social Anxiety
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD ***
  • Women's Issues
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Teen
Frameworks
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Evidence-Based
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Service Types
  • Couples
  • Individuals
Identity Groups
  • Body Positivity
  • Gay Allied
  • HIV / AIDS Allied
  • Intersex Allied
  • Lesbian Allied
  • Non-Binary Allied
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Queer Allied
  • Sex Worker Allied
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Transgender Allied
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Uptown - Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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Ward Stiles
MA
LPCC
 
 
It takes a lot of courage to reach out to a therapist, and you've taken that first step already. I don't know your story yet, but if you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or loss, you don't need to go through it alone. You deserve support, comfort, and help. Whatever you're struggling with, you're invited to my office—in person or virtual—for a conversation.
I'm an open, gentle, sometimes sarcastic person. Therapy usually involves grappling with some uncomfortable feelings, but my clients and I also often joke and laugh in our meetings. I have training and experience dealing with a range of issues from grief to ADHD, but everyone's path is unique. I'd love to walk with you for as long as I can be helpful.
 
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety ***
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression ***
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief ***
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)
Service Types
  • Individuals
Identity Groups
  • Body Positivity
  • Gay Allied
  • Lesbian Allied
  • Non-Binary Allied
  • Queer Allied
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Transgender Allied
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Uptown - Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Ashley Krause
MA
LMFT
 
 
Navigating transitionary periods, relationships, identity, and feelings of loneliness, guilt, or shame can be overwhelmingly difficult to manage, not including additional stressors surrounding large family dynamics and conflicts. I am here to support the BIPOC community, in foster and adoptive families, particularly transracial adoptions, and people looking for support in foster and adoption trauma, identity, self-worth, and feelings of fear of failure. If you are struggling to navigate this world and need someone to talk to but don’t know how please reach out. I am here to offer support to teens, young adults, and couples.
As a transracial adoptee from South Korea, I bring a culturally affirming and intersectional lens to every session, using structural, experiential, and narrative modalities. I can offer a voice and guide you through anxiety, depression, relationships, and trauma. I have worked in various settings since 2011, I know personally the realities and challenges.
It takes courage to reach out and may feel scary, but I promise that you have the answers within yourself and my role is to help you unveil it–layer by layer–so that you can bring your best self forward. I believe therapy is the best form of exploring your strengths and sharing your own stories of healing and growth. Let’s connect–reach me by email or phone.
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • Adoption ***
  • Anxiety ***
  • Body Image
  • Burnout
  • Care-Giving
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression ***
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Identity Development
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions ***
  • Peer Relationships
  • People-Pleasing
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues ***
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem ***
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Age Groups
  • Adults
  • Preteen
  • Teen
Frameworks
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Service Types
  • Individuals
Faith Expertise
  • Christian
Ethnic Expertise
  • Asian
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Bloomington, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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Jean Wagner
DMFT
LMFT
 
 
I am passionate about helping others thrive, not just survive, on their journey. I have a special interest in family of origin issues, pre-marriage counseling, divorce, remarriage, blended families, and codependency issues. I also specialize in grief counseling, life transitions, career development, and spiritual concerns.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I work with individual adults using a systemic, strengths-based, positive, solution-focused, integrative approach. For clients who are interested, I also provide Prepare/Enrich Relationship and CliftonStrengths assessments.
 
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce ***
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital ***
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues ***
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Age Groups
  • Adults
Frameworks
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Integrative
  • Strength-Based
Service Types
  • Couples
  • Individuals
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Bloomington, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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Pamela Dehkes
MSW
LICSW
 
 
I believe that the foundation of growth begins within the relationship between individual and therapist. The desire to feel seen, heard, and understood is universal and is an essential part of our overall well-being. I celebrate the courage of individuals who take steps into healing by engaging in the therapeutic process to manifest the life they desire. I am passionate about working together to ensure that you become an expert on yourself and believe in your own insight, strength, and self awareness. I believe that humor and laughter bring out our authentic selves and utilize this philosophy in my work.
For the past 20+ years I've had the opportunity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I have a special interest in women's issues, PTSD and trauma, and healthy relationships. Other specialty areas include depression, anxiety, ADHD, and social anxiety. Asking for help does not always come easy, and I am willing and able to meet you where you are.
 
Accepting Clients
Specialties
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression ***
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD ***
  • Women's Issues ***
Age Groups
  • Adults
Frameworks
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Imago
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Service Types
  • Individuals
Identity Groups
  • Body Positivity
Insurance Networks
Scheduling Facilities
  • Uptown - Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Telehealth
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