Inspiration for
'Walk With Me Counseling':
'Walk With Me Counseling':
It was one day, as I was sitting with a client in a small, windowless room in the ER that it hit me - this wasn't a great environment in which to expect someone to open up and talk. Sitting in a small room with someone staring at you, and the pressure is on to ....SHARE. Well, I might not feel much like talking either. When I began thinking of times in the past when I've been able to really open up and talk... it dawned on me - We needed to get outside and go for a stroll!
Now of course... it's Minnesota, so the opportunity to get outside will sometimes be limited, but when possible, we can definitely head to the great outdoors. And on those frigidly cold days...the skyways are a great place for a walk!
*** And I do have an office and hanging out there is always an option! (And at times, for some parts of therapy or if you're interested in EMDR, it may be necessary. ;) I'm always happy to sit and talk while we enjoy the light streaming through the big windows of my office. Perhaps you just aren't feeling the walking vibe that day, or it may be that you prefer the more typical setting of an office.
Now of course... it's Minnesota, so the opportunity to get outside will sometimes be limited, but when possible, we can definitely head to the great outdoors. And on those frigidly cold days...the skyways are a great place for a walk!
*** And I do have an office and hanging out there is always an option! (And at times, for some parts of therapy or if you're interested in EMDR, it may be necessary. ;) I'm always happy to sit and talk while we enjoy the light streaming through the big windows of my office. Perhaps you just aren't feeling the walking vibe that day, or it may be that you prefer the more typical setting of an office.
About me:
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I've been working in the field of mental health for over 20 years. Much of my work has been in healthcare and has covered a full spectrum of areas. I've worked with new parents struggling with an unexpected diagnosis or loss, patients and families grappling with end of life issues, and people of all ages who have encountered significant change in their lives. I've provided diagnostic assessments and brief therapy for clients in intensive mental health treatment programs and facilitated support groups for people dealing with a wide range of issues.
Hospital emergency rooms around the metro and surrounding areas are where I've spent a majority of my time, providing crisis counseling and mental health assessments. I enjoy this setting, and continue to do this part time. However, prior to opening my private practice, I often found myself wishing I could get to know my clients further and work with them on their journey, rather than meeting them in times of crisis only. This is what eventually led me to private practice. Education/licensure: I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology in 1991 from St Olaf College and returned in 1994 to earn my Bachelor of Social Work degree. Completion of my Masters Degree in Social Work took place in the spring of 2000 at The University of Minnesota. I received my graduate level of licensure in 2000 and have been licensed as an Independent Clinical Social Worker by the MN Board of Social Work since 2006.
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I'm trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or 'EMDR'. This is a form of therapy that can help people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. I often end up exploring this option with clients, as most of us have experienced distressing life experiences, which often can be the source of dysfunctional habits, reactive behaviors and ongoing struggles. https://www.emdria.org/page/what_is_emdr_therapy If you are interested in this, please let me know! |
Personal: I'm married, have 2 adult stepsons and an 18 year old son with special needs. I love the outdoors and try to be outside as often as possible during our short summers! Music plays a big role in our family. My stepsons are singer-songwriters and perform in several bands and my son plays the guitar and has begun to write songs as well. My husband is also a singer, songwriter, and plays both guitar and base. He and I are in a couple of bands in which I sing back up and play keyboard.
-- -- Walk With Me Counseling, LLC -- --
528 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403