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Lake Superior
MY PRACTICE
WELCOME
Hello, I'm Colleen! I'm glad you're here to take this powerful step on your healing journey. For the past 12 years, I've been providing collaborative, respectful psychotherapy for adults struggling with a variety of concerns including trauma, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, persistent negative beliefs and unwanted intrusive thoughts, body sensations and emotions that are overwhelming and/or confusing. I use a whole brain, relational approach that is creative and responsive to my clients' unique needs, strengths and circumstances.
I have a special focus on treating complex PTSD, depression, anxiety and dissociative disorders. However, I also see people who aren't sure if they have a mental health diagnosis, but they are certain that they are unhappy or struggling in their lives. They may be frustrated, unsatisfied and may even be feeling pretty bad about themselves as a result. Sometimes, they don't actually have a solid explanation for why they have these struggles and are looking for help to begin a change process. If any of these descriptions sound like you, and you live in the state of Minnesota, you may be able to benefit from the type of therapy I provide.
I want to explicitly acknowledge that white supremacy impacts every single aspect of our lives as citizens in the United States, including every aspect of the mental health system. I seek to provide mental health treatment that, when helpful for the client, has the capacity to hold space for coping with and healing from the traumatic legacy and the ongoing impacts of white supremacy on their lives.
THERAPY TECHNIQUES
I am a certified EMDR clinician and EMDR consultant, which means I am experienced in a wide range of applications of EMDR, a highly versatile psychotherapy treatment. In addition, I utilize complementary therapies and techniques that augment EMDR treatment. I find that Internal Family Systems and Dream Completion and Flash techniques combine especially well with standard and specialized EMDR protocols. Additionally, throughout the therapeutic process, I am often employing a variety of other evidence-based therapeutic interventions that all aid in helping you heal. You'll find that some sessions feel more like talk therapy and others will involve reprocessing. Throughout the entire therapy process, we will remain collaborative to make certain you are getting what you need and making progress.
BENEFITS OF ONLINE THERAPY
Online therapy is popular because it eases access to treatment by ensuring that you don't need to worry about either transportation or commute time, which makes it more possible to fit therapy into your life. I am licensed to provide therapy to people who live anywhere in the state of Minnesota. I use a HIPAA compliant website, and we'll work together to make sure that your privacy is protected during every appointment.
INSURANCE/FEES
I am an out-of-network provider for most insurance companies. My fee is $180 for individual appointments (55 to 60 min). I am an in-network provider with all UCare insurance plans. If you prefer to use your out-of-network benefits, I supply superbills for insurance reimbursement according to your plan.
CONTACT ME
If you'd like to set up a free 15 minute informational phone call, please reach out via phone, email, or the message box on this page.
PHONE
612.562.7988