Aaron Rusnak, MSW, LICSW (he/him)

Groups Manager | Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

As a person who knows the impact of mental health in personal ways, Aaron recognizes the value of support and encouragement in the process of healing. As a person of faith, he realizes that the unseen has a profound impact on life. And as a clinical social worker, he values each person’s internal and external realities. In therapy, Aaron utilizes the Interpersonal Process Model, which values the insights that are birthed in the relationship between client and therapist. He enjoys working with issues of emotional regulation, stress management, and relational conflict, and finds that trauma and loss touch many of these areas. Aaron also works with families and couples when there is a sense of being off-balance and in conflict. He finds the group setting to be a particularly rich environment to process these areas as well. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Interpersonal Process Model, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, narrative.  

Specialties: Ages 12+, families, couples, and groups. 

Certifications: Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). 

Abby Haselman, MA (She/Her)

School-Based Doctoral Practicum Therapist
St. Louis Park School District

Abby provides psychotherapy to children and families in the school-based setting. Abby identifies as a White, neurodivergent, cisgender female. She is working on completing her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and is currently being supervised by a Licensed Psychologist while at Relate. Abby’s holistic therapeutic approach is informed by various theoretical perspectives that help her be flexible and creative in adapting to the specific needs of each client. Her warm style facilitates a safe and collaborative space for authentic exploration in what it means to be human and foster healing in this life. Abby considers it an honor to walk alongside a client, with all our pasts, present, relationships, environments, and systems we operate within, to nurture our overall well-being. Outside of work, Abby enjoys being in nature, daydreaming, practicing yoga, traveling, eating new foods, and spending time with animals or creating art.

Therapeutic Modalities: Person-centered, developmental, attachment, psychodynamic, mindfulness, trauma -informed, play therapy

Certifications/Trainings: Registered Behavior Technician, Certified Prevention Interventionist

Abigael Ntwal Mukaz

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka

Abigael (Abi) is working on completing her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. At Relate, she provides office-based therapy for pre-teens, adolescents, couples, and adults. As a person of faith, she understands the importance of compassion, respect, and empathy for each human being no matter their background. In addition, as a woman of color, Abigael appreciates the significance of culturally sensitive approaches to mental health. Furthermore, as a bicultural and multilingual female, Abigael’s holistic approach to therapy encourages her to utilize different perspectives to create a safe environment that facilitates collaboration as clients navigate their journeys. Outside work, Abi enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and participating in activities such as church retreats.

Alex Ballinger, MA, LAMFT (she/her)

School-Based Therapist
Eastern Carver County

Alex offers school-based therapy to adolescents. She has 5 years experience as a school-based therapist and is working toward full licensure as an LMFT. Alex is passionate about working with adolescents and their families, and loves school-based work because it allows her to be part of the different systems that impact clients. In her free time, Alex spends time with her husband, dog and two cats, along with close friends and family. A favorite hobby is going to live music events.

Therapeutic Modalities: Trauma-informed care, CBT, strengths-based, solution focused, and family systems.

Alex Fellerman, MA (He/Him)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Alex provides individual therapy for adolescents and adults, and strives to meet each individual where they are at in their life journey. The modalities and approaches Alex provides depend on the needs of each individual and their unique situations. Alex believes the most important aspect of therapeutic success is the therapeutic relationship and providing a space of non-judgment, empathy, and positive regard. His general approach to therapy could be described as person-centered, relational, strengths-based, and affirmative. Outside of work he enjoys being with family and friends, trying new restaurants, listening to podcasts, golf, exercise, and following sports.

Therapeutic Modalities: Person-centered, Relational, Cognitive-behavioral, Solution-focused, Self-compassion, Acceptance, Mindfulness
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Difficulty with Life Adjustments/Transitions, and Stress Management; Experience working within a Christian and/or Spiritual Framework

Alex Spirov, BA (she/her) 

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka

Alex has worked primarily with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. She aims to build a strong relationship with her clients so that they feel welcomed, accepted, and heard. Alex’s work is relational and strengths-based, honoring each client’s unique experience and self- expression. With this foundation, she helps clients build or identify resilience. Outside of work, Alex enjoys being outdoors, spending time with friends, listening to music, crafting or doing projects, trying new recipes, and road-tripping.

Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, Rational Emotive Behavioral, and Play Therapy
Specialties: life transitions, emotional dysregulation, family dynamics, identity exploration, friendships/peer relationships, substance use and self-harm

Alicia Morgan, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office  

Alicia provides individual therapy for adolescents and adults, and draws from various therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each individual. Alicia values creating a non-judgmental space to establish an authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationship. She strives to recognize the multiple intersecting identities (including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+) in clients’ lives to better understand their lived experiences. Her work centers empathy and connection to facilitate growth, insight, and healing. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, relational, solution-focused

Specialties: Ages 14+ 

Allie DeMeulenaere, MS (she/her)

School-Based Therapist  
Wayzata School District 

Allie offers school-based therapy for adolescents. She understands that our pasts, relationships, environments, and the systems we operate within matter and impact our growth and well-being. To promote growth and well-being, Allie takes a collaborative approach with her clients, families, and school systems. Outside of therapy, you can find Allie practicing yoga, traveling, playing volleyball, or spending time with family and her two kittens.   

Therapeutic Modalities: narrative, family systems therapy, person-centered therapy, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral. 

Allison Brink, MA (she/her) 

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Allison provides individual therapy for adults and adolescents. Her client-centered approach creates a caring and nonjudgmental space for clients to heal, grow, and change in their own way, at their own pace. Allison’s past career in advertising gives her insight into career development and change, as well as the day-to-day realities of corporate and creative life. Her approach to therapy is insight-oriented and highly relational, drawing on psychodynamic, existential, and attachment theories. 

Anders Torgerson (he/him/his)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka

Anders offers outpatient therapy to adolescents and adults. Anders is working on completing his master’s degree in Counseling and Psychological Services from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and is under supervision during his time at Relate. Anders believes in building a therapeutic relationship that is based around collaboration, trust, and openness. He utilizes a strength-based therapeutic approach to assist clients through their respective challenges. Outside of work, Anders enjoys spending time outdoors, listening to music, collecting vinyl records, and watching movies.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness

Areas of interest: Ages 12+, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety

Andrew Benson, MSW, LGSW (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Andrew provides individual therapy to adults and adolescents. Andrew identifies as a white cisgender male. He believes in building a therapeutic relationship with trust, collaboration and honoring a client’s self-determination. Andrew’s goal is to provide a healthy, nonjudgmental, empathetic space for clients. He likes to show his authentic side by using humor in session. Outside of work, Andrew likes the great outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and is a huge fan of The Office and Marvel.
 

Therapeutic Modalities: strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, insight oriented, person-centered. 

Angel Yang, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Angel provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She is committed to recognize strengths and the capabilities to strive for a healthier lifestyle. She utilizes a client-center approach with a mix of cognitive-behavioral framework while integrating mindfulness-based and multicultural techniques. Outside of work, Angel enjoys creating art including music, drawing, photography, and other mediums of arts and crafts. 

Certifications: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attachment-Based Family Therapy
Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, mindfulness, acceptance
Specialties: Ages 6+, families, BIPOC

Angela Trenda, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

Community Partnership Manager | Clinical Supervisor | Office-based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Angela believes in collaborating with clients to build on their strengths and resiliency while addressing the effects of difficult circumstances. She works primarily with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, career changes, and other life challenges. She uses a strengths-based, holistic philosophy to help clients find well-being and balance. Angela also provides supervision to clinical staff and interns. As community partnership manager, she helps Relate Counseling Center develop, maintain, and foster relationships with organizations in the metropolitan area to strengthen our collective abilities to help improve the lives of others. Angela has over 20 years of experience in corporate America and non-profit organizations. In her free time, Angela enjoys travel, skiing, kayaking, and hiking.  

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral, elements of dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment, psychodynamic, internal family systems, and solution focused 
Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Exposure Therapy  

Arica Hanson, MA, LMFT (she/her)

Compliance Manager | Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist  

Minnetonka Office  

Arica works with couples, families, parents, and adults in Minnetonka and virtually to improve communication, connection, and overall wellbeing. She will likely ask you what emotion you are experiencing and work with you to better understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Arica also provides supervision to therapists in practicum programs or those seeking LMFT and LPCC licensure. Outside of work, Arica likes to be outdoors, read novels, be active with her partner and two kids, and work on improving their Minneapolis home.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Emotion-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), relational/systemic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative.  

Specialties: Couples, families, parenting support, adult ADHD. 

Certifications/Trainings: Emotion Focused Couple Therapy (Level 1), discernment counseling, sex therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.  

Ashley Bellsee, MSW, LICSW (she/they) 

Office-Based Therapist  
Minnetonka Office

Ashley offers office-based therapy for children ages 6+, adolescents, adults, and those on Medicare. Ashley identifies as white and pansexual. Ashley’s goal is to provide therapy that is person centered, culturally responsive, trauma informed, and compassionate so that clients can feel welcomed to bring all parts of their genuine self to the therapy space. Ashley works to recognize what can impact someone’s mental health and wellbeing, such as personal and family histories, trauma and other stressful experiences, identities, developmental and physical health concerns, relationships, and the systems in which we live. Outside of therapy, you can find Ashley playing board games and Dungeons and Dragons, laughing a lot, and spending time with loved ones.   

Therapeutic Modalities: EMDR, parts work, harm reduction, play therapy, self-compassion, insight-oriented, behavioral.  

Specialties & Areas of Interest: Trauma, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, grief/loss, identity exploration. 

Certifications/Trainings: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).  

Ashley Spinler, MS, LMFT (she/her) 

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Ashley provides individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults using client centered, narrative, systemic and strengths-based approaches. Ashley is a white, cisgender female. Ashley understands the necessity for clients to feel welcome and comfortable in therapy; therefore, she strives to create an open, affirming, welcoming and supportive environment for her clients. Ashley also enjoys utilizing play and art as therapeutic tools when appropriate. Outside of Relate, Ashley can be found baking, reading, or spending time with friends and family. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Narrative therapy, family systems, play therapy, trauma-focused. 

Specialties: Ages 7+, LGBTQIA+, gender identity/exploration, trauma/PTSD. 

Certifications/Trainings: EMDR 

Ashley Teigland, MA, LMFT (she/her)

School Clinical Director| Clinical Supervisor | Therapist 
Eden Prairie 

Ashley provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents, couples and families in the office and school setting. She utilizes a client-centered approach to address each client’s individual needs. Ashley’s work is grounded in systemic and relational views, utilizing a variety of techniques to meet the needs of each individual client. Ashley also provides individual and group supervision for Relate therapists. In her role as School Services Manager, Ashley works with partnering school districts to oversee the provision of school services and works collaboratively with schools to meet the mental health needs of their students.  

Certifications/Trainings: Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Trauma Focused-Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).  

Camryn Heckel, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Camryn provides outpatient psychotherapy for adolescents and young adults. She identifies as a white, queer, cisgender woman. In her work, Camryn’s goal is to welcome clients to bring all parts of their authentic selves to sessions through utilizing client-centered, strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches. Camryn works collaboratively with clients to process, promote healing, and create positive change within their lives. She is committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for all and strives to provide culturally responsive services to her clients. Outside of Relate, Camryn is typically tending to her houseplants, working on crafts, or spending time with her family, friends, or cats.

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, mindfulness, relational, harm reduction, family-systems, acceptance
Specialties: Ages 10+, trauma, identity, grief/loss, relationship struggles, gender identity/exploration, sexual health, LGBTQ+, attachment wounds, family systems

Candi Davenport, MS, LADC (she/her)

Chemical Health Coordinator | School Based Chemical Health Counselor
Mound Westonka & Edina

Candi offers chemical health support to students in area middle and high schools. She also facilitates chemical health assessments for adolescents and adults, and offers chemical health education classes for individuals and families. Candi is passionate about her work and believes that fit is crucial to the therapeutic process. Therefore, she draws on her past experiences working in the Chemical Health field to connect with clients. Outside of work, Candi is a runner and loves to read and spend time outdoors.  Depending on the season, she is often found at the rink or at the softball fields watching and cheering on her daughter.

Specialties: Chemical Health, Trauma Yoga.

Certifications/Trainings: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Trauma Yoga Provider.

Carli Nelson (she/her)

School-Based Therapist
Wayzata School District  

Carli provides individual therapy for children (K-5) in the school services mental health program. She believes in taking a person-centered approach and creating a therapeutic relationship to establish a safe environment that encourages healing and growth. Carli identifies as white, straight, and female. She works collaboratively with children and their families and incorporate a variety of approaches, including mindfulness and strengths-based techniques. Carli has her Bachelor of Social Work and is currently completing her Master of Clinical Social Work at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.  

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and relaxation practices. 

Specialties: Ages 5-12. 

Carly Davis, MS (she/her)

Office-Based and School-Based Therapist 
Minnetonka Office and Minnetonka School District 

Carly is a warm, passionate therapist who provides human-centered therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Her therapy is inclusive and trauma-informed to provide safety and reduce shame throughout the therapeutic process. Carly works with clients to understand what is bringing them in, and why now. She practices under the belief that meaningful therapy requires a secure therapeutic relationship and is motivated to help her clients create change. Her empathy, acceptance, and consistency allow clients a safe space to turn towards their pain and begin healing. Outside of work, Carly enjoys yoga, listening to music and podcasts, and spending time with her newborn niece.

Therapeutic Modalities: Emotionally Focused Therapy, Experiential, Attachment, Differentiation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman, and Narrative
Specialties: LGBTQIA+, couples, Sex Therapy, ADHD/ASD, Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, mindfulness, and emerging adults
Certifications: Certificate in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TF-CBT Web 2.0, Certificate in Counseling on Access to Lethal Means, Suicide Prevention Research Center

Catherine Cich, MA, LMFT, ATR

Office Based Therapist | Art Therapy Clinical Supervisor

Catherine provides art therapy and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. She utilizes a systems oriented and solution-focused approach to work collaboratively with clients, and utilizes trauma informed, art-based interventions based on clients’ needs.

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Level I and II trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Christopher Lawler, MSW, LGSW, LADC (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist  
Eden Prairie Office

Chris has a career long passion for working with youth and young adults, and enjoys using the arts, novelty and humor in his work. He strives to create a non-judgmental and collaborative space with clients that encourages self-affirmation, choice, the development of growth fostering relationships and empowerment. He also has extensive experience working with both youth and adults who struggle with chemical use and substance use disorders.

Certifications/Trainings: Certified Specialist in Anger Management, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy training, Motivational Interviewing
Therapeutic Modalities: Relational, Motivational Interviewing, Biopsychosocial, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychoeducation, Stages of Change, Solutions Focused, Harm Reduction
Specialties: BIPOC, Youth and Young Adults, Trauma Informed, Adoption, Substance Use Disorders, Dual Disorders, Additional experience working with youth who have experienced homelessness and out of home placement

Claire Lowe, MA (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Wayzata School District

Claire provides psychotherapy for children and families in the school services program. Claire identifies as white, straight, and female. She works collaboratively with clients to help them meet their individual needs and goals using a holistic, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach. Her work is informed by neuroscience, health psychology, and child development. Claire is passionate about helping clients gain the tools and resources they need to grow and thrive. Outside of work, Claire loves to read, hike, and spend time with friends and family 

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, mindfulness. 

Certifications/Trainings: Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP).

Colleen Dale, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office   

Colleen offers office-based individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents and clinical supervision to practicum students. She identifies as white, straight, and female. She approaches the therapeutic relationship through an attachment-based, trauma-informed, and relational lens. She helps clients to identify and understand their defense mechanisms/wounds and supports them in accessing their own wisdom and core self. Colleen also supports clients by teaching and strengthening coping strategies for tolerating stress and discomfort on a day-to-day basis. She believes in the healing power of laughter and likes to think she has a decent sense of humor. Outside of work, Colleen spends her time being active outdoors–rain, snow, or shine with her family and husky.  

Therapeutic Modalities: internal family systems/parts-work, inner child/re-parenting, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, narrative, attachment. 

Specialties: LGBTQ+ ally, ages 14+, CPTSD, childhood trauma, attachment wounds, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, self-identity concerns.  

Dana Roemer, MS, LMFT (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist

Eden Prairie Office

Dana provides individual and family psychotherapy for children (ages 7+), adolescents, and adults using an approach that is holistic and growth focused. She joins with clients to engender hope and empowerment in their lives. Through combining compassion, warmth, and humor, Dana helps client access their own inner wisdom and strength to expand their capacity for joy. She offers a non-judgmental therapeutic environment to help foster healing, safety, trust, growth, insight, strength, and resiliency. Outside of work, Dana loves reading, practicing yoga, adventures, and ocean therapy.

Therapeutic Modalities: Mindfulness, trauma-informed, narrative, attachment, sand tray therapy, child-centered directive and non-directive play therapy, IFS/parts-work, cognitive-behavioral.

Specialties: Ages 7+, play therapy, complex PTSD, relationship concerns, parenting support, healing attachment injuries, developmental trauma, life transitions, identity exploration.

Certifications/Trainings: EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

Dana Teller, MA (she/her)

Office and School Services Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Dana offers office-based therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Dana also offers early childhood school site therapy for young children and their families. Dana identifies as white, straight, and female. Her approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, genuine, and culturally responsive. She uses an integrative approach, with a developmental and attachment-based lens to help her clients gain insight on how early experiences can impact functioning across the life span.  Outside of work, Dana loves the north woods, to fish, hike, read, listen to music, and spend time with family and friends.  

Therapeutic Modalities: emotion-focused therapy, family systems therapy, play therapy, narrative, mindfulness, spirituality, acceptance, reflection, and self-compassion 

Specialties: Early childhood mental health, trauma informed interventions, grief/ loss, attachment, parenting support/coaching. 

Certifications/Trainings: Prepare/ Enrich, Psychological First Aid. 

David Prindle, MSW, LICSW

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

David provides individual and couple’s therapy. He strives to provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach. David has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, relationship stress, trauma, family conflict, grief/loss, stage of life transitions, and seniors. He has been a clinician at Relate for 23 years. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Client-centered, relational, solution-focused, mindfulness principles, attachment, cognitive-behavioral therapy 

Trainings/Certifications: Trauma, ART, DBT  

Eleanor Hennen, MA, LMFT (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist

Eden Prairie Office

Eleanor works with individuals, couples, and families across the life cycle, including young children (0-6), school-aged children, adolescents, and adults. Eleanor brings her most authentic self into the therapeutic relationship, using a blend of humor, compassion, playfulness, and understanding. She recognizes the vulnerability it takes to begin therapy and strives to make the experience a safe one for all who enter her office. Her approach is relationally focused and strengths-based. She identifies as a white, straight, cis female. Outside of work, Eleanor can be found at the park with her two dogs, biking around a lake, eating yummy food, or reading in her hammock.

Therapeutic Modalities: Family systems, mindfulness, play therapy, emotion focused, attachment and developmental based principals, trauma-informed.

Specialties: ages 0-6, attachment-related concerns, eating disorders, body positivity. Certifications/trainings: Theraplay, eating disorder modalities (including CBT-E, DBT, CBT-AR, FBT), DC: 0-5, Circle of Security, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

Elizabeth Fosse, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Liz offers office-based psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.  The foundation of Liz’s practice is relational, client-driven, and strengths based and Liz strives to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued.  She tailors her practice based on the needs and experiences of each individual, utilizing complementary and trauma-informed methodologies and approaches grounded in psychodynamic, developmental/attachment, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral frameworks to attain the meaningful and lasting change they seek.  Outside of work Liz loves spending time in nature (anything involving water in particular), playing board games, reading, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Therapeutic Modalities: Relational, client-centered, strengths-based, humanistic, psychodynamic, developmental/attachment, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness
Specialties: Mood concerns (anxiety and depression), relationship concerns, attachment wounds, developmental repair, emotion regulation, grief/loss, self-esteem, identity, life transitions, executive functioning challenges/ADHD
Certifications/Trainings: Attachment, neurodiversity, parent psychotherapy, DC: 0-5, play therapy

Ellen Abnet, MS, LICSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office  

Ellen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. Ellen’s eclectic therapeutic style is client centered, strengths based and grounded in her natural warmth, kindness, authenticity, and respect for clients.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Developmental neurobiology, relational, trauma informed, mindfulness, dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Adaptive Resolution Therapy (AIR)

Specialties: Complex trauma, developmental trauma

Certifications/Trainings: Certified Master ART Practitioner, certified in AIR, DBT intensive training by Marsha Linehan Group, EMDR.

Elsa Ehley (She/Her)

School Services Practicum Therapist

Wayzata School District

Elsa is a school-based practicum therapist in Wayzata School District. Elsa has an undergraduate degree in Social Work from St. Olaf College and is in her final year of her Master of Social Work at University of St. Thomas. Elsa’s approach to therapy is strength-based and utilizes mindfulness skills, self-awareness, and fosters growth. Outside of time spent at Relate, Elsa enjoys barre and yoga classes and spending time with her husband and Newfoundland dog, Manny.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Play Therapy.

Specialties: Children and Adolescents, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Transitions.

Emily Elkins, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist 
Minnetonka Office

Emily provides outpatient psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. A Colorado native and Minnesota transplant, she identifies as white, straight, and female. Emily considers seeking outside support an act of bravery and believes in each client’s individual capacity to heal. She considers it a privilege to hear each client’s story and to walk with them on their journey toward positive change. In her clinical practice, Emily is grounded in a relational perspective, collaborating with clients in setting their own goals for personal growth. She utilizes an insight-based approach to help clients identify and act in alignment with their core values. Emily is client-centered, fostering a caring therapeutic space of warmth and laughter. Outside of work, Emily loves to read, hike, practice yoga, listen to true crime podcasts, and explore the Twin Cities.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), insight-oriented, solution-focused, harm reduction, and mindfulness principles
Certifications/Trainings: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Specialties: Ages 8+, Young Adults, gender/identity exploration, mood and anxiety concerns, life transitions, stress management, chemical health, body image, trauma

Emily Gerhardt, BA (she/her)

Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Emily offers office-based outpatient therapy for children and adolescents. She is working on completing her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently being supervised by a licensed psychologist while working at Relate. Emily identifies as a White, cisgender, gay female. She is also a parent with two young children. Emily’s therapeutic style is informed by multiple theoretical approaches, and she believes it is important to adapt her approach based on the needs of each client. Emily’s goal is to ensure that each client feels welcomed, accepted, and heard. Outside of Relate, Emily enjoys spending time with her family outdoors in any Minnesota season, reading, and working on projects.

Therapeutic Modalities: relational, family systems, emotion-focused, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and play-based therapy

Specialties: children, adolescents, families, LGBTQ+

Certifications/Trainings: DC:0-5 (training)

Emily Higgins, MA, LPC, R-DMT (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist | Registered Dance/Movement Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Emily provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient services. Her approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, genuine, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. Emily specializes in dance and movement therapy, which can be an active approach to healing. She values the power and healing that can be fostered through creativity. Outside of work, Emily loves to cook, garden, dance, paint, camp, and spend quality time with family, friends, and her dog. 

Therapeutic Modalities: person-centered therapy, family systems therapy, mindfulness, acceptance, trauma-informed practices. 

Specialties: Young adults 18+, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, grief/loss, blended families, gender identity/exploration. 

Certifications/Trainings: Dance/Movement Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

Emily Whittaker, BA (she/her)

School-Based Practicum Therapist
Carver County School District 

Emily is a school-based practicum therapist at Bluff Creek Elementary and Chaska Middle School East. Emily has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the College of Saint Benedict and is in her final year of her Master of Social Work from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Emily’s approach to therapy is person-centered and strengths-based, working to meet each client where they are at. She aims to build skills to help them with current issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, family changes, life transitions, and self-esteem, while also working to create lifelong coping skills and healthy strategies. Outside of Relate, Emily enjoys hiking, reading, sewing, and spending time with her friends and family.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, Strengths-Based, Mindfulness
Certifications/Trainings: DC: 0-5

Emma Byrd, MA, MT-BC (she/her)

School-based Practicum Therapist
St. Louis Park School District

Emma is a board-certified music therapist and is currently completing her Master of Social Work through Boise State University. Emma works as a practicum therapist at St. Louis Park High School. Her approach to therapy is client-centered and empowerment based. Outside of work, Emma loves spending time with her dogs and partner, exploring the different neighborhoods of Minneapolis.

Erica Carlson, MA 

School Services Therapist
Wayzata School District 

Erica provides psychotherapy for middle school students and their families in the School Linked Mental Health Program. She believes that the middle school and adolescent years are one of the most pertinent stages of human development because this is when individuals begin to find their sense of self. Therapy with Erica is relation-based, strengths-focused and client centered, utilizing mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and systemic approaches. Erica strongly believes that authenticity and empathy are critical to the therapeutic process and works to provide a warm and collaborative environment in which clients feel understood and supported. Outside of Relate you can find Erica spending time with her kids and two dogs.   

Erin O’Toole, MSW, LGSW (she/they)

School Services Therapist
Wayzata School District 

Erin provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and families in the School Linked Mental Health program. She identifies as a white, heterosexual, neurodivergent, cisgender female. Erin utilizes an integrative method of psychotherapy consisting of attachment, systemic, relational, and culturally responsive perspectives. Erin’s goal is to provide a compassionate and collaborative space for exploration and healing of the client experience. In her free time, Erin enjoys photography and visiting local dog parks with her golden retriever, Pippy.

Certifications/Trainings: DC: 0-5

Erin Price, MSW, LICSW

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Erin provides individual, couples, and family therapy for adults. She integrates client centered, relational and strength-based approaches when working with clients that acknowledges cultural and environmental influences. Trauma informed and EMDR and ART trained, Erin enjoys working and collaborating with clients in their process of growth. 

Trainings/Certifications: EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

Eva Fink, LPCC (she/her)

Clinical Director of Office Services

Eva is the clinical director overseeing services at Relate in Minnetonka and Eden Prairie.  She identifies as white, straight, and female.  Eva is dedicated to creating an environment in which staff thrive and clients receive high-quality treatment. Eva has over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families in residential, hospital, and outpatient/community-based settings. Outside of work Eva enjoys spending time with her 3 daughters at parks and libraries.

Specialties: Dual diagnosis, family systems, trauma informed, parenting, attachment, relationship concerns, CBT, DBT, LGBTQ+ ally, adolescents, Autism Spectrum Disorder

Evon Inyang (She/Her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka

Evon provides office-based therapy for adolescents and adults and looks forward to working with couples and families in the future. Evon identifies as bi-cultural West African- American, straight and female. As a second career professional, Evon believes in a relational, strength-based approach to assist clients through challenging life transitions. Understanding that our environments and upbringings impact our life journeys, she also utilizes a culturally responsive approach. Evon’s goal is to provide a collaborative, nurturing, and compassionate space that allows clients to explore and become the best versions of themselves. Outside of Relate, Evon enjoys traveling, fitness through a variety of sports and activities, trying out new restaurants, photography, and spending time with and hosting family and friends.

Therapeutic Modalities: self-compassion, emotion-focused, person centered, acceptance, cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Grace Nelson, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office  

Grace provides office-based therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. She identifies as a white, cisgender female. She approaches therapy from a relational, holistic, and systemic perspective – understanding that various experiences have shaped where you are today. She uses a blend of therapeutic techniques to creatively meet the individual needs of each person. Grace’s goal is to meet individuals where they are at with warmth and nonjudgment. She seeks to build honest, meaningful relationships that foster a safe and collaborative space for exploration and healing. Grace considers it an honor to make meaning of this thing called life with you. Outside of Relate, you’ll find me embracing the outdoors, running, adventuring with dear ones, or creating (something)!

Therapeutic Modalities: person-centered therapy, interpersonal process, cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy (skills), attachment, systems, mindfulness, and acceptance.

Specialties: grief/loss, perinatal mental health, mood concerns (depression and anxiety), relationship concerns

Certifications/Trainings: EMDR, End of Life Doula

Greta Harris, MA

School Services Therapist
Mound Westonka School District  

Greta provides psychotherapy for middle and high school students and their families in the School Linked Mental Health program. She approaches therapy with a client-centered and strengths-based approach to address each client’s individual needs. Greta believes that children adolescents grow and develop identities through their relationships with others. Greta’s work is grounded in mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and systemic views utilizing a variety of techniques to meet each client’s needs. 

Therapeutic modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, person-centered therapy, family systems therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

Halen Bower, MA, (she/her)

School Services Therapist
St. Louis Park School District

Halen offers school-based therapy for elementary children K-5 and their families. She strives to bring presence, empathy, curiosity, and delight into her connections with students, their families, and with school staff. Halen has taught yoga and mindfulness for 10+ years and teaches these skills in individual sessions and classrooms. Outside of work, Halen enjoys spending time with family/friends, cooking, climbing, swing dancing, and adventuring with her dog, Sugar.

Therapeutic Modalities: Child centered play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques
Specialties: Children ages 5-11, parent-child relationships, trauma responsive yoga, mindfulness
Certifications/Trainings: Move Mindfully Trainer, Adapting Yoga for Disability, and Radiant Child Family Yoga

Hannah Lynch, MA, LPCC (she/her) 

School Services Therapist | District Coordinator
Eastern Carver County  

Hannah provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. She utilizes a client-centered approach to therapy that focuses on providing the client with a safe, non-judgmental environment to facilitate exploration. She enjoys applying different techniques to meet individual needs including cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, mindfulness, and play therapy. Hannah provides unconditional positive regard and empathy in her work with clients to develop a therapeutic relationship that will help lead the client to personal growth and healing. Outside of Relate, Hannah loves to read, cook, be outdoors, and spend time with friends and family.  

Therapeutic Modalities: person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, play therapy. 

Harjas Gill, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist  
Minnetonka Office 

Harjas provides individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. She identifies as Asian, straight, and female. Harjas uses a strength based, person-centered, nonjudgmental approach, and strives to work with clients to find the best style to make positive change, and growth. Outside of work, Harjas likes to read, spend time with family and friends, play with her dog, and cheer on some Minnesota sports teams.  

Certifications: DC 0-5 assessment, Circle of Security Parenting
Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, narrative, acceptance, and mindfulness
Specialties: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ ally, children aged 0-5

Heidi Struck, MS (she/her)

School Based Therapist
Wayzata School District School 

Heidi is a school-based therapist serving students at Wayzata High School. Heidi has worked in a variety of school settings and enjoys how school-based services help deepen a student’s connection with community resources. Heidi practices a blend of therapeutic techniques and works to prioritize a healthy, constructive therapeutic relationship so the client feels as comfortable as possible in sessions. Blending narrative and systems perspectives, Heidi believes that the words we use to describe our experiences matter, and that we are all a product of the world and supports around us. When not at work, Heidi enjoys spending time outside with her dogs, baking, and traveling to new places.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Narrative, relational, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, systems perspective.  

Specialties: LGBTQIA+, allyship, identity exploration, adolescents.  

Certifications/Trainings: Trauma Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TfCBT), National Certified Counselor (NCC).  

Holly Dieatrick (She/Her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Holly offers outpatient therapy for adolescents and adults. Holly is currently working on completing her master’s in social work with a Clinical Mental Health specialization from the University of Minnesota. Holly recognizes starting therapy can be intimidating so she aims to create a safe, relaxing, and encouraging space for clients. Her approach to therapy is relational, strengths-based, and collaborative. Outside of work you can find her trying new restaurants, enjoying the outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying MN United Soccer games.

Ian Dulka, MA (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office

Ian offers office-based outpatient therapy for adolescents and adults. He is here to helping you along your mental health journey towards a healthy and fulfilling life. He is committed to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where all are welcome and can grow and flourish in life. Ian is currently completing his graduate coursework in Clinical Counseling at the University of St. Thomas. Outside of Relate, you can find Ian enjoying time with his cats or playing Dungeons & Dragons or Pokémon games.

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectic-behavioral therapy, attachment focused therapy, mindfulness.
Specialties: Ages 10+, relationship concerns, stress management.

Ida Holdahl, MA, LPCC

School Services Therapist
St. Louis Park District

Ida provides individual, family, and group therapy. She believes in providing the client with a safe, non-judgmental environment to facilitate exploration during sessions. She operates from a systemic approach applying different techniques to meet individual and familial needs including cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, attachment focused, and play therapy. She uses a collaborative, warm approach to fully understand each client’s experience and to form an authentic, empathic relationship.

Jaelyn Richter, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie

Jaelyn provides individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults by providing a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients to process, explore, and be held with unconditional positive regard. Jaelyn is passionate about working with young children and their caregiver(s) to support healthy development, strengthen attachment relationships, and encourage harmony and satisfaction in the parent/child relationship. Jaelyn also provides a space for adolescents and adults to nourish their inner child needs and create opportunities for growth. In each therapeutic relationship, Jaelyn prioritizes clients’ needs to be seen, heard, and understood as their most authentic selves.

Therapeutic Modalities: Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), psychodynamic, play therapy, art therapy, attachment-informed, mindfulness, trauma-informed, CBT, and behaviorist
Specialties: Children aged 0-5, anxiety disorders across the lifespan, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, OCD, and LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Certifications/Trainings: Exposure and Response Prevention, Circle of Security Parenting, and DC: 0-5

Jaleesa Lenoir, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

School Services Therapist 
Hopkins Public Schools

Jaleesa is a cisgendered BIPOC clinician who provides psychotherapy to children in the school-linked mental health program. Jaleesa also provides outpatient therapy to adult clients of an agency with whom Relate has a community partnership.  She enjoys assisting clients with problem solving, gaining confidence, and reaching other therapeutic goals using client-centered, strength, and resilience-based approaches. Her interests include journaling, decorating/organizing, and exercising for mental clarity. Outside of work, Jaleesa enjoys spending quality time with family and close friends, trying new foods, and outdoor activities when weather permits. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Mindfulness, art, play therapy, writing, motivational interviewing, and cognitive-behavioral techniques
Specialties: School-aged children, families, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ ally
Certications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Basic Training

Jamie Rohwer, MA, LPCC (she/her)

Office and School Services Therapist  
Minnetonka 

Jamie offers outpatient and school-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Jamie enjoys working with issues including, but not limited to, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and perinatal mood struggles. She believes that the relationship between client and therapist is one of the most important aspects of therapy, and uses a collaborative, relational, and client-centered approach.  

Therapeutic Modalities: ART, narrative, client-centered, mindfulness.  

Specialties: Ages 12+, trauma, perinatal mood disorders. 

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Narrative Exposure Therapy, Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy. 

Jamie Shuler, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist 
Minnetonka

Jamie offers therapy to adults, adolescents, couples, and families. She is working toward an MA in Counseling and license in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her approach is down to earth, relatable, relationship-based, and meaning-focused. Jamie has a Master’s in Teaching and believes that with the right tools, any challenge can be conquered. Outside of Relate, Jamie enjoys playing piano, reading Stephen King, and spending time with her wife and chihuahua.

Therapeutic Modalities: Relationship-based, Adlerian, Constructivist

Areas of Interest: Youth, LGBT, life transitions, complex trauma, religion & spirituality

Jeanne Lelen, MA (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Eastern Carver School District

Jeanne offers psychotherapy to children and their families.  She aims to create a warm, safe, accepting, and culturally responsive environment for clients to process emotions and experiences. Jeanne integrates multiple approaches to therapy while maintaining creativity, flexibility, and awareness to best meet the unique needs of each client and their family.  Outside of the office, Jeanne enjoys family time, pickleball, traveling, jigsaw puzzles, and walking with her dog, Phoebe.

Therapeutic Modalities: attachment, play therapy, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), existential, and family systems therapy
Specialties: grief/loss

Jennie D’Alessandro, MSW, LGSW (she/her)  

School Services Therapist    

Minnetonka School District

Jennie offers school-based therapy to adolescents.  She identifies as white, straight, and female. She utilizes strengths-based and humanistic approaches in therapy, and believes in the effectiveness of mindfulness, empathy, and empowerment. To support the growth and healing of each client, Jennie collaborates with clients in the development and implementation of positive coping skills. She is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment that supports the growth and healing of each client. 

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative, psychodynamic, and mindfulness principles.

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

Jenny Williams, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist

Minnetonka Office 

Jenny offers office-based, individual therapy for children and adolescents as well as parenting work for their caregivers. Jenny identifies as white, straight and female. She utilizes play therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children and adolescents access their potential to problem solve, build relationships, and focus on their strengths. Through these modalities, Jenny’s approach to therapy is relational, client-centered, and strengths-based. Jenny believes that children and adolescents grow and develop their identities through relationships. In session, she works to model mutual empathy and appropriate relationships for them to apply to their own lives. Outside of work, Jenny enjoys doing puzzles, being outside, spending time with family, and playing with her cat.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, cognitive-behavioral, relational therapy, client-centered, mindfulness 

Specialties: Children aged 0-5, children & adolescents aged 5-17, ADHD 

Certifications/Trainings: Child Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), DC 0-5 

Jessica White, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

District Coordinator | Clinical Supervisor | School-Based Therapist
Wayzata and Orono 

Jessica offers school-based therapy at Schumann Elementary and Orono Intermediate Schools. Jessica is also the District Coordinator for Wayzata Schools and provides clinical supervision to staff therapists and practicum students. Jessica’s approach to therapy and supervision is strengths-based and person-centered. She believes learning, emotional growth, and healing can happen through connection and trust. 

Therapeutic Modalities: humanistic, family-systems, cognitive-behavioral, Play Therapy, mindfulness. 

Specialties: ages 5+, families, adjustment concerns.  

Certifications/Trainings: Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Play Therapy. 

Joe Haselman, MSW, LGSW (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Joe offers office-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Joe operates from a relational, strength-based approach to therapy and strongly believes in working collaboratively with clients in the process of healing. In utilizing the collaborative process, Joe strives to guide you to increase your self-awareness, gain new perspectives, and increase your personal strengths. Joe believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation to fostering change and growth. Within the therapeutic relationship, Joe strives to cultivate mutual trust, respect, and engagement in “the work” of treatment. Outside of work, Joe loves to play/watch sports, camp, and play with his dog.

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, person centered, acceptance, harm reduction, and mindfulness principles.

Josh Cook, MSW, LICSW (he/him)

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka

Josh provides office-based individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy for adolescents (ages 14+) and adults. Josh’s therapeutic strengths lie in his ability to provide a safe environment to explore and work through vulnerable experiences and remove obstacles to wellness.

Josh has experience in direct clinical service, clinical supervision, case management, and residential treatment. Josh is dedicated to collaborative processes, anti-oppressive practice, and learning throughout the lifespan. Josh also provides supervision for staff therapists, practicum therapists, and therapists seeking independent licensure.

Therapeutic Modalities: psychodynamic, humanistic, relational perspective, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, accelerated resolution therapy (ART).

Specialties: Relationship concerns, grief/loss, couples, parenting, LGBTQIA+, trauma, self-esteem.

Certifications/Trainings: Program Certificate – Advanced Psychotherapy Program, Minnesota Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

Kaitlin Salscheider, MSW, LICSW, IMH-E® (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor- Early Childhood | Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Kaitlin provides outpatient therapy for young children ages 0-6 years old and their caregiver(s), children ages 6-10 years old, and adults. She also provides clinical supervision for therapists seeking independent licensure. Kaitlin integrates therapy from relational, developmental, and cultural perspectives and utilizes a lens that is grounded in attachment, trauma-informed care, and early childhood experience. Kaitlin believes in the importance of safety and connection within the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for exploration and growth. Outside of Relate, Kaitlin loves to be outside, spending time with family, and watching sports.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Circle of Security Parenting, play therapy, relational and attachment principles. 

Specialties: Children ages 0-6, parenting support, developmental and trauma-informed care, maternal/perinatal mental health, reflective and mental health consultation with preschool and daycare staff. 

Certifications/Trainings: Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist (IMH-E®), Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate, Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Circle of Security Parenting, Perinatal Mood Disorders & Advanced Perinatal Psychotherapy, Experiential Play Therapy (EPT), Conscious Discipline, DC: 0-5 assessment. 

Kallie Stroh (she/her)

School-based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka School District  

Kallie provides school-based therapy for middle school students and their families. She believes a person-centered approach provides the environment needed for youth to feel safe, heard, and cared for, which allows for growth and healing. Kallie believes in collaborating with parents when appropriate to provide the best possible support for her clients. She identifies as white, straight, and female. Outside of work, Kallie enjoys spending time with her kids, pets, family, and friends.

Kate Sabbann, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Kate provides outpatient psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families using a person-centered and emotionally focused approach. From a place of curiosity and respect, she works to discover the negative thoughts, core beliefs and past wounds that are keeping clients from moving forward. She strives to create a space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe all while being your most true and authentic self.  

Therapeutic Modalities: person-centered therapy, emotion-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy. 

Specialties: couples, relationship concerns. 

Kathleen Karnick, MA (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Wayzata School District

Kathleen provides therapy for adolescents using person-centered and cognitive-behavioral approaches. She has a passion for helping children, adolescents, and their families by creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment for them to explore their strengths and challenges in life. Kathleen incorporates Adlerian principles, mindfulness techniques, cognitive restructuring, and fostering of self-acceptance and compassion to help her clients improve their social and emotional well-being. Outside of Relate, she enjoys spending time with family, playing softball, and visiting coffee shops. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, Adlerian
Specialties: Children, adolescents, families

Katie Redding (she/her)  

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Katie is an MFT and Art Therapy student at Adler Graduate School. She has previous experience working with children in a day treatment facility. In her practice, she uses art making and mindfulness to help center and empower her clients. With an academic background in cultural anthropology, she values a client’s identity both in the session and out in the community. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, painting, watching movies, and spending time with her cat, family, and friends. 

Specialties: Art Therapy, mindfulness, self-regulation, early childhood, parent education, families
Trainings: Play Therapy, disordered eating, autism spectrum disorder

Katy Volkmann, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Eastern Carver County

Katy provides individual therapy for children and families through the school mental health program. She utilizes a client-centered approach that focuses on providing the client with a non-judgmental environment to facilitate exploration. Katy believes an authentic relationship and the experience of unconditional positive regard is key in the therapeutic process. Katy applies a variety of techniques to meet individual needs including cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based, mindfulness, and play therapy. She was also trained in the Developmental Repair Model during her years as a day treatment therapist.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral, Mindfulness, Play Therapy
Certifications: Developmental Repair Model

Kayla Pavelka, MA (she/her) 

School-Based Therapist
Wayzata District

Kayla provides psychotherapy for high school students and their families in the School Linked Mental Health program. Kayla believes that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation to change, and she continuously tends to this with her students and their families. She approaches therapy with a relational, trauma informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based lens. Kayla focuses on the multiple systems each person is a part of and how this impacts who they are in the world. She spends her time away from the office with family and friends, hiking, playing board games, puzzling, baking, and meeting as many dogs as she can! 

Therapeutic Modalities: trauma focused-cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), attachment, person-centered therapy, family systems therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing
Specialties: adolescents, trauma, attachment related concerns, grief and loss, substance use
Certifications/Trainings: Certified Trauma Professional 

Kaylee Burnham, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Kaylee offers office-based therapy for adolescents and adults (ages 12+), and identifies as white, straight, and female. Kaylee believes that relationships are necessary in our healing and prioritizes the strength of the therapeutic relationship in her approach. She understands that people need to be deeply heard to recognize and work through patterns that are difficult to change on their own. Her approach is relational, strengths-based, trauma informed, and culturally responsive. Kaylee has a special interest in helping clients experience healing after trauma, including religious/spiritual trauma.
 

Therapeutic Modalities: person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative, attachment, cognitive-behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapy. 

Certifications/Trainings: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Keegan Freiburger, MSW, LGSW (any/all)

Office Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Keegan offers therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Partnering with people who feel hurt or stuck or disconnected in the world, they explore: “What else is possible here?” Keegan believes that we heal in relationships that welcome our messiness, honor our stories, and nurture our unique gifts. 

Kish Johnson, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

School-Based Therapist 
Wayzata School District  

Kish offers school-based therapy for elementary aged children. She identifies as white, straight, and female. Kish believes in using a trauma informed, strengths-based, and client focused approach to therapy. She understands the importance of healthy relationships and aspires to create a safe environment where children and their families can learn and grow together. Outside of work Kish enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking, reading, and making memories with her family.   

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, social thinking, acceptance, and self-compassion.  

Specialties: Children and adolescents, social emotional learning.
 

Kristi Kuehn MS, LPCC, LADC

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Kristi provides individual therapy for adolescents (12+) and adults. Before coming to Relate, Kristi worked with children, adolescents, and adults in crisis and residential settings. During therapy, she enjoys exploring patterns and making connections between current responses and previous experiences. Kristi understands the importance of trust and safety in a relationship and takes a person-centered, strengths-based and authentic approach to building rapport. Outside of therapy, she loves anything that has to do with sunshine and water, exercise, dogs, friends, and Costco.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness, trauma-informed 

Specialties: Depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-harm/suicidal ideation, eating disorders, substance use

Kristine Hughes, MA, LMFT, RPT-S (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor | Play Heals Administrator & Instructor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Kristine primarily utilizes Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Sand Tray techniques in work with children and families. She follows a humanistic approach focused on the relationship with the client and accessing what they already have within them to heal. Kristine is passionate about play therapy and has developed Play Heals, a training series which guides mental health professionals to become play therapists. She also provides individual and group supervision for practicum students and Relate therapists seeking independent licensure. Kristine has a dog, Sadie, who accompanies her in sessions and is in training to be a therapy dog. Outside of Relate you can find Kristine at the dog park with Sadie, at the cabin with family and friends, or in a hammock listening to the sounds of nature.  

Therapeutic Modalities: play therapy, art therapy techniques, sand tray techniques, mindfulness principles. 

Specialties: Ages 6-12, trauma, adoption & foster care, neglect & abuse, LGBTQ+. 

Sadie

Kristy Smith, MA, LMFT

District Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor, School-Based Therapist
Mound Westonka District

Kristy provides individual, family, and group psychotherapy in the schools with children (5-13 years old). She approaches therapy from a systemic perspective. She utilizes mindfulness, narrative, and relational techniques with her clients.

Kyla Flaten, MSW, LICSW, MPH (she/her)

School Services Therapist 
Wayzata School District  

Kyla is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to clients in the Wayzata School district. She uses a collaborative, warm approach to form an authentic, empathic relationship.  Kyla approaches therapy from a play-based and attachment focused lens, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, movement, and humor. Kyla identifies as a white woman and strives to provide a non-judgmental, accepting space for all clients and their families. She believes that authenticity and connection are important parts of her work with kids and families. Outside of work, Kyla enjoys swimming, reading, and being in the outdoors.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Child centered play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques. 

Specialties: Children ages 5-11, parent-child relationships. 

Certifications/Trainings: Circle of Security Parenting, Bounce Back, DC 0-5. 

Lauren Almquist, MSW, LGSW

School Services Therapist
St. Louis Park District

Lauren provides psychotherapy for children and their families through the School Services Mental Health Program. She utilizes a strengths-based, relational approach while also incorporating cognitive-behavioral, mindful-based, and play therapy techniques. She has clinical interests that include the parent-child relationship and issues related to attachment.

Lindsey Sachs, MS, LPCC  

School-Based Therapist
Wayzata School District   

Lindsey provides therapy for children and adolescents in the school linked mental health program. Lindsey identifies as a cisgender white woman. She believes in a holistic, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy with emphasis on client and family strengths. Lindsey’s approach is grounded in building a safe, nonjudgmental, trauma informed space that allows for curiosity, growth, learning, and achieving shared goals. She uses an eclectic mix of modalities to fit individual needs. She has a special interest in working with anxiety, adjustment disorders, family changes, and trauma. Lindsey enjoys spending time with her family, going on family adventures, long bike rides, and spending time up north.  

Therapeutic Modalities: mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused, Adlerian, and narrative therapy.  

Specialties: Children, adolescents, and young adults.

Lisa Conway, MSW, LICSW

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Lisa provides office-based psychotherapy for adults, couples, and families. She utilizes  insight-oriented, trauma-informed, and mindfulness approaches grounded in psychodynamic, relational, and attachment perspectives.

Treatment Modalities: Psychodynamic, emotion-focused, attachment and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Specialties: Relationship concerns, parenting, trauma, ADHD.

Certifications: EMDR.

Lizzy Kroll

School-Based Practicum

Lizzy is a school-based practicum student. Lizzy has an undergraduate degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Family Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies from Saint Olaf College. She is pursuing her Master’s in Social Work at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Lizzy has experience working with children and their families in various settings including schools, inpatient hospitals and outpatient mental health centers. In her free time, she enjoys being on the lake with her family, spending time on the farm with her animals and going on long walks with her dog, Rue.

Therapeutic Modalities: Play Therapy, Strengths Based Perspective, Family Systems Therapy

Specialties: Children, Adolescence, Families

Lucy Weisenbeck, LICSW (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Eastern Carver County District

Lucy offers school-based therapy for adolescents in the form of individual, family, and group sessions. Lucy identifies as a pansexual cisgender female. She is passionate about creating a warm, affirming, and judgement-free space where clients can feel safe to be their authentic self. Lucy is an empathetic problem-solver, using a strengths-based, creative, and trauma informed approach. Outside of Relate, Lucy enjoys being in nature, reading, and playing with her dog.   

Therapeutic Modalities: strength-based, client-centered, mindfulness, narrative, harm-reduction, self-compassion. 

LuLu Zuba, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

School Services Therapist

Saint Louis Park School District

LuLu offers school-based therapy services to children, adolescents, and their families through Relate’s School Linked Mental Health program. LuLu integrates client centered practices, while focusing on how the client’s history, background, culture, identities and other environmental factors can impact their mental health and well-being. LuLu strives to bring curiosity, creativity, warmth, compassion and empathy into sessions and within relationships with clients and their families. She views each client and family as unique individuals and aims to tailor services to fit their needs and best support everyone. Outside of work, LuLu loves to spend time with her friends and family, cook, draw/create art, thrift, and be active outside.

Therapeutic Modalities: Strength-based, person/client-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, art/creativity, mindfulness, play therapy, systems perspective

Specialties: Children ages 5-13, families, anxiety, developmental delays and/or trauma, adoption/foster care

Lynda Barger, MD

Madelyn Larsin, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist  
Eden Prairie Office 

Madelyn provides office-based therapy for individuals of all ages. She identifies as a white, queer, cisgender woman. Madelyn is committed to meeting clients where they are at and providing therapeutic support that meets their needs. She believes that therapeutic change occurs in the context of nonjudgmental, collaborative relationships. Madelyn’s practice is grounded in relational, strengths-based, developmental, and trauma-informed approaches. When she is not working, Madelyn enjoys reading, taking walks, listening to music and podcasts, doing jigsaw puzzles, dancing, playing pickle ball, riding her bike, and playing board games with friends.      

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, attachment therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, mindfulness  

Specialties: early childhood, grief/loss, perinatal mental health, body positivity/fat liberation, sexual health, gender identity and sexuality, life transitions    

Certifications/Trainings: Registered Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator

Maedelin Kelly, MA, (she/her)

School Services Therapist  
Mound Westonka School District 

Maedelin is a White, cis-gender female who provides psychotherapy for adolescents and young adults. She enjoys working collaboratively throughout the healing and growth process with each participant and integrating an approach that promotes health, wholeness, and empowerment. Outside of Relate, Maedelin enjoys spending time with family, walks with her dog, music, and trying new restaurants.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, strength-based, person-centered
Specialties/Interests: Domestic violence, sexual violence, anxiety, and self-esteem work

Matia Sollom, MA, LMFT (she/her)

Minnetonka District Coordinator | Office & School-Based Therapist
Minnetonka School District

Matia provides outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families. She is also a school-based therapist at a Minnetonka elementary school. Matia’s therapeutic approach is relational and experiential, striving to meet clients where they are at and providing a warm, safe space to process emotions and experiences. Matia identifies as a white, straight, female. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, playing tennis, and going for walks with her dog.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Relational, family systems, trauma-informed, client-centered, play therapy techniques.  

Specialties: Children, adolescents, adults, families, anxiety symptoms/disorders, relationship concerns, LGBTQ+ ally. 

Certifications/Trainings: EMDR, DC0-5, Prepare/Enrich. 

McKenzie Paddock, MA, ATR-BC (she/her)

Office Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

McKenzie provides individual and group therapy for adolescents and adults. She collaborates with each client to create a strengths-based plan to promote growth and stability. Her therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, warm, and eclectic to meet each client’s unique needs. McKenzie utilizes a creative, explorative perspective to assist clients in processing lived experiences while gaining insight and tools for healing.

Therapeutic Modalities: Art therapy, creative expression, transtheoretical model of change, person-centered therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy concepts, cognitive-behavioral therapy
Specialties: Loss/grief, anxiety, depression, transitional stressors, interpersonal relationship skills, emotion regulation
Certifications/Trainings: Board Certified Art Therapist

Meg Schefter, MSW, LGSW (she/they)

Office-Based Therapist 
Minnetonka Office 

Meg offers office-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Meg identifies as white, queer, non-binary/genderfluid, and neurodivergent. Meg believes in a relational, creative, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approach to providing care. They understand that our pasts, relationships, environments, and systems we operate within matter and impact our growth and well-being. Meg’s goal is to provide a welcoming, compassionate, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space for exploration and healing through prioritizing the strength of the therapeutic relationship. Meg enjoys her abundance of house plants, collecting crystals, creating art, volleyball and running, and slow mornings with coffee and acoustic music. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, mindfulness, harm reduction, psychodynamic 

Specialties: LGBTQIA+, gender/sexuality, BIPOC, neurodiversity (ADHD/autism), sensory issues, eating issues, creative & gifted populations, life adjustments, athletes, students, adolescents, and young adults. 

Certifications/Trainings: Licensed MN Educator, Tier 4 

Megan Gustafson, BAN, RN, CV-RN (she/her)

Office Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka

Megan offers office-based therapy for adolescents and adults. Megan identifies as white, cisgender, and queer. Her approach to therapy is relational, authentic, strengths-based, attachment focused, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. She values the use of humor in the therapeutic space, and enjoys walking alongside clients as they discover the answers within themselves. Megan also has an extensive background in the medical field working as an RN in the ICU and welcomes clients that have experienced challenges related to working in the medical field. Outside of the office Megan enjoys reading, spending time with her fiancée and family, and playing with their 3 kitties.

Therapeutic Modalities: Strengths-based, attachment, trauma-informed, relational, mindfulness
Areas of Interest: Ages 10+, LGBTQIA+, Healthcare Workers, Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating, Trauma

Megan Kraemer, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

Practicum Coordinator | Clinical Supervisor | School Services Therapist  
Orono School District 
 
Megan provides psychotherapy to adolescent and teen clients through the school linked mental health program. Megan utilizes a relational and strengths-based approach when working with all clients. Megan’s work is dedicated to providing a supportive and safe environment to assist in creating meaningful change. Megan is a trauma informed therapist who has additional training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Megan provides supervision to other therapists at Relate and also provides support to Relate’s school based interns. Outside of work, Megan enjoys yoga, spending time with family and friends, and traveling.  
 
Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral, person-centered therapy, mindfulness, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). 
 
Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).  

Molly Drazan, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Molly offers individual therapy for adults and adolescents (ages 13+). Molly is passionate about mental health and the work she does. Her goal is to create an affirming environment that fosters the change clients want to see in their lives. Molly draws from various therapeutic approaches to address the unique needs of each individual. Molly primarily utilizes techniques from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). Therapy with Molly will be collaborative. She brings a balance of active listening, validation, and skills-based techniques to therapy. Molly enjoys assisting individuals in recognizing their strengths, building insight into their emotions and behaviors, and creating a life that aligns with their values.

Molly’s experience includes providing individual and group Dialectical Behavior Therapy and working with LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults. Molly’s clients have described her as warm, direct, and caring.

Naa Dodoo, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Eastern Carver School District 

Naa provides school-based therapy for elementary aged children. She identifies as Black and female. Naa believes that everyone is capable of growth and change when provided with a safe and supportive environment. She achieves this by using a relational approach which is collaborative, culturally responsive, and strengths based. By drawing on various techniques in her work, she can tailor modalities to fit each individual. Her goal is to foster a trusting therapeutic relationship to bring about positive change. Naa enjoys reading, cooking, traveling (road trips) and gardening. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Strengths-based, humanistic, narrative, cognitive-behavioral, play, and mindfulness. 

Noemí López, MA, LPCC (she/her) 

Inclusion Manager | Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Noemí provides psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families using a holistic, strengths-based approach. As a bisexual, Latinx woman, Noemí’s lived experiences have informed her extensive work with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients and underscored the necessity for culturally-competent counseling. She uses her background in dance and theatre to bring mindfulness and mind-body methodologies in sessions. This may look like using art, movement, writing, and creative expression as therapeutic tools when appropriate. In her role as Inclusion Manager, Noemí oversees Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts at all levels of Relate. Outside of work, you can find Noemí on the yoga mat, golf course, or spending time with family.  

Therapeutic modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, interpersonal, mindfulness.  

Specialties: Ages 15+, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+.
 

Nora Johnson, MS (she/her) 

School Services Therapist
Wayzata School District 

Nora offers school-based therapy for adolescents. She believes in a relational, narrative, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive approach in providing care. Nora believes that everyone has a story that deserves to be told and heard. She feels that although our pasts have been shaped by our relationships, environment, and experiences we get to work towards changing our story into something we can feel good about. Nora’s goal is to provide a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where healing can begin.  

Therapeutic Modalities: trauma focused, solution focused, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and strengths-based. 

Rachel Boehmke, MS, LPCC, LADC (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Minnetonka School District  

Rachel provides individual therapy for adolescents in the school services program. She identifies as white, straight, and female. Her approach to therapy is relational and strengths based, with emphasis on meeting each client where they are at in life. Rachel has experience working with adults (18+) in outpatient and residential facilities for co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders, as well as with those involved in the criminal justice system. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys walks with her dog, hiking, reading, puzzles, and Marvel movies.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems, psychodynamic theory, solution focused, harm reduction, insight oriented and trauma informed perspectives.  

Rachel Lindquist, MA (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Hopkins School District  

Rachel provides therapy for adolescents and families. She approaches work with clients through relational, cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and solution-focused frameworks, and enjoys incorporating mindfulness practices into sessions. Rachel strives to create an accepting atmosphere for each of her clients where they feel seen and heard.  

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (skills), solution-focused behavioral therapy, mindfulness. 

Specialties: BIPOC, youth ages 6+, families, trauma-informed yoga. 

Rachel Reifenberger, LICSW, LGSW

Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Rachel offers office-based psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults and is a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council within Relate. She identifies as a white, cisgender, heterosexual female. She utilizes a relational, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, person-centered approach to therapy. Rachel uses humor, authenticity, and compassion to offer a welcoming and nonjudgmental space. She believes in the value of human connection and is passionate about watching the people she works with grow and thrive. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys teaching dance, playing with her dog, and trying new restaurants.  

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic/insight oriented, acceptance and commitment therapy, relational, social-justice oriented 

Specialties: LGBTQIA+ ally, BIPOC, life transitions, late adolescence/early adulthood 

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Managing and Adapting Practice

Rachel Schoepf, MS, LMFT

School Services Therapist | Clinical Supervisor
Wayzata District

Rachel works alongside children, adolescents, and families in the School Services Mental Health Program. She uses systemic and relational approaches to help individuals and families improve and strengthen their relationships. Rachel collaborates with clients from a strength-based approach helping others discover their resiliency. Her work is trauma-informed pulling from various therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral, experiential, play, and narrative therapy.

Rachel Schwake, MSW, LGSW (she/her)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office  

Rachel offers office-based therapy to children, adolescents, and teens. Rachel identifies as white, straight, and female. She approaches therapy from a relational perspective, acknowledging the importance of connection in every relationship. Rachel values creating a therapeutic space that promotes safety and collaborative work with clients and families. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys spending time outside, going to her cabin, and spending quality time with friends and family. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Attachment, play therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, person-centered therapy, mindfulness/regulation skills. 

Specialties: Ages 0-5, parent-child support/connection, Conscious Discipline. 

Certifications/Trainings: DC:0-5 assessments. 

Rachel M. Takazawa, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor | School Services Therapist
Mound Westonka School District 

Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides psychotherapy for children and families in the School Linked Mental Health Program at Relate. Rachel also provides clinical supervision for both practicum students and clinicians at Relate. Her approach to therapy and supervision is based in relational, person-centered, strengths-based, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive, and collaborative approaches. Rachel is mindful of brain development and how life transitions/adjustments and mental illness affect growing brains and bodies. Her goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate environment where clients and their families are encouraged, challenged, and empowered. Outside of work, Rachel can be found camping, hiking, skiing, or playing with her dogs. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, attachment, mindfulness, narrative, stress reduction and behavioral-change models
Specialties: Children 5-10, attachment, play therapy and trauma
Certifications/Training: EMDR level 1 (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), NET (Narrative Exposure Therapy), MIM and Theraplay® level 1 training, and in the process of completing RPT (Registered Play Therapist) credentialing

Raessa Winkels, MS (she/her)

School-Based Therapist
Minnetonka School District

Raessa provides mental health therapy and art therapy to children. Raessa attended Graduate School for Art Therapy, gaining skills in various art related interventions covering a range of mental health diagnoses. Raessa enjoys working collaboratively with clients to spark engagement and growth. Raessa takes a strengths-based, humanistic, trauma-informed, and existential approach. Raessa values authenticity and empathy in her practice. Outside of work, Raessa enjoys playing pickleball, crocheting blankets, and drinking coffee.

Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed

Robin Riggs, MSW, LICSW (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Robin provides office-based psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. She also provides clinical supervision for staff therapists and practicum students. She identifies as white, straight, and female. Robin is relational by nature and uses her warmth and humor to create a safe space for clients to heal and grow. She utilizes a blend of therapeutic approaches to build on an individual’s own strengths and innate abilities. In her free time, Robin enjoys travel, camping, being outdoors, volunteering, and documenting her family’s adventures and every-day moments in photo books.  

Therapeutic Modalities: insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), accelerated resolution therapy (ART), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), strengths-based  

Specialties: trauma, grief & loss, eating disorders, core issues in adoption, the Enneagram, Faith-based, Ages 6+ with a special fondness for working with older adults 

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) 

Ronald Groat, MD

Ryan Hovis, PsyD, LP (he/him)

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist

Dr. Ryan Hovis is a licensed psychologist who has an extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. He has experience in multiple settings, including community mental health, inpatient, partial hospitalization, therapeutic day school, college counseling center, and inpatient. Dr. Hovis specializes in trauma, abuse, neglect, family relationships difficulties, anxiety, depression, behavioral regulation, developmental disorders, cultural responsiveness, and spirituality. Dr. Hovis believes in the importance of being seen and heard. He works to establish a strong rapport, and in this space begins to explore each client’s path to hope. With collaboration and improvisation in the therapeutic space, change begins to emerge, and people begin to discover new possibilities. Dr. Hovis further believes in empowerment of individuals and families, and that therapeutic success translates into people moving toward the best versions of themselves with the ability to maintain success over time. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hovis has been a guest lecturer at Wheaton College and Bethel University.

Therapeutic Modalities: family systems, mindfulness, narrative, emotion-focused, humanistic, culturally responsive.

Specialties: Children, adolescents, trauma, relational, LGBTQ+ ally.

Certifications/Trainings: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (training), Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC) (training), DC 0-5.

Saido Gure (She/Her)

School-Based Therapist
Hopkins Public Schools

Saido offers school-based therapy for adolescents and families. Saido believes in a relational, creative, trauma informed, strengths based, and culturally responsive approach to providing care. She understands that our pasts, relationships, environments, and the systems we operate within matter and impact our growth and well-being. Saido’s goal is to provide a welcoming, compassionate, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space for exploration and healing through prioritizing the strength of the therapeutic relationship. Outside of work, Saido enjoys trying new food and outdoor activities.

Therapeutic Modalities: Narrative, attachment, family system, mindfulness and art therapy

Sandy Mangle, MA, LMFT (she/her)

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office 

Sandy offers office-based therapy for adults, couples and families, and uses a strength based and relational approach when working with clients. Sandy values the therapeutic relationship and believes that each person has strengths that can be tapped into while working through difficult life challenges and transitions. Sandy offers guidance and support, and utilizes cognitive-behavioral strategies in therapy, to support clients in reaching their goals. 

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive-behavioral, Family Systems, Narrative 

Specialties: Families, couples, grief/loss, parenting, mid-life transitions 

Certifications/Trainings: EMDR

Sara McGee, MA, LMFT, IMH-E® (she/her)

Early Childhood Program Manager | Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office  

Sara offers office-based therapy to children, adults, couples, and families. Sara is also the Early Childhood Mental Health Program Manager at Relate and provides clinical supervision for staff. Sara identifies as white, straight, and female. Her approach to therapy and supervision is relational, genuine, reflective, and culturally responsive.  She used a developmental and attachment-based lens to help her clients gain insight on how early experiences can impact functioning across the life span. Outside of work, Sara loves to travel, hike, and spend time with family and friends.   

Therapeutic Modalities: emotion-focused therapy, family systems therapy, person-centered therapy, mindfulness, acceptance, reflection, attachment, and self-compassion 

Specialties: Trauma informed interventions, Early childhood mental health, couples counseling, parenting support/coaching, attachment, individual and family therapy.   

Certifications/Trainings: Ages birth-5, Circle of Security, Trauma Informed Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate.  

Sarah Granger, MSW, LICSW (she/her) 

Clinical Supervisor | Office-Based Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Sarah offers psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and families. Sarah identifies as white, straight and female. Her approach to therapy and supervision is strength-based, relational, culturally responsive, and flexible, based on client needs. She enjoys partnering with clients on their journey of self-awareness and self-compassion. Outside of work, Sarah likes to garden, bake, listen to music and hang out with friends and family, including her dog baby, Toby.  

Therapeutic Modalities: interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic, attachment, harm reduction, narrative, self-compassion, cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing
Specialties:  Ages 12-25, parenting support for young parents, LGBTQIA+ ally, attachment/childhood wounds, self-esteem/worth, relationship issues

Sarah Hough, BA (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka Office

Sarah provides outpatient psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. She is committed to making her office a safe space filled with acceptance, empathy, and warmth. Sarah’s approach to therapy is strengths-based and collaborative, and she works with clients to gain personal insight and to feel empowered. Outside of Relate, Sarah enjoys spending time with her loved ones, dog, and traveling.

Specialties: Self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ support, body image, stress management
Treatment Modalities: Person-centered therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, ACT, and mindfulness

Sean Nelson, MA, LPC

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Sean provides individual, couples, and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. He uses a client-centered approach, which typically emphasizes client values and finding/meeting clients’ own goals. Sean delves into multiple theoretical orientations, but often uses strengths-based, Cognitive-behavioral, and Existential approaches. Sean is passionate about helping people overcome problems that they can change, and help people recognize and cope with things they cannot. 

Specialties: Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and OCD

Shane Prijatel-Spare, MSW, LICSW (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office 

Shane offers office-based therapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families in both English and Spanish. Shane identifies as a white, straight, cisgender male. His approach to therapy is relational, person focused, strengths-based, and culturally responsive.  He enjoys integrating his knowledge of yoga and breathwork into his sessions. Outside of work, Shane enjoys dancing, yoga, going to the gym, playing video games, and spending time outside. 

Therapeutic Modalities: cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems therapy, narrative, attachment, mindfulness.

Specialties: Spanish speaking, multicultural, LGBTQIA+ ally, families, couples, adolescents, masculinity, grief/loss, gender identity/exploration.

Certifications/Trainings: Certified Yoga Instructor. 

Terapeuta basada en oficina en Eden Prairie  

Shane se ofrece terapias basadas en la oficina para adolescentes, adultos, parejas, y familias en ingles y español. Shane se identifica como un hombre, blanco, heterosexual. Se acerca a la terapia es relacional, enfocado en la persona, basado en fortalezas, y culturalmente receptivo. Se disfruta la integración de su conocimiento del yoga y la respiración en sus sesiones. Afuera del trabajo. Shane se disfruta bailar, el yoga, ir al gimnasio, jugar videojuegos, y pasar tiempo afuera.  

Modalidades terapéuticas: Terapia de conducta cognitiva, Terapia de sistemas familiares, la narrativa, el apego, y consciencia. 

 Especialidades: Hablante de español, multicultural, aliado LGBTQIA+, familias, parejas, adolescentes, masculinidad, dolor/perdida, exploración de identidad de genero.  

Certificaciones/Entrenamientos: Instructor de yoga certificada. 

Shantae Webber, MA, LAMFT

School Services Therapist
Minnetonka District

Shantae provides therapy for children (K-5) in the School Linked Mental Health program. She uses a systemic, client-centered perspective to therapy, utilizing mindfulness, solution-focused, narrative, relational, and play techniques. She believes a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship is an important first step to promote healing and growt

Siobhan Fitzgerald, MSW, LICSW 

School-Services Therapist
St. Louis Park School District 

Siobhan provides school-based therapy at St. Louis Park High School for adolescents. Siobhan identifies as a multi-racial, multi-cultural, cisgender, heterosexual female. She is passionate about creating therapeutic relationships where clients are able to reflect and explore multiple aspects of their identities, interpersonal relationship patterns, and gain insight and compassion into the ways they’ve adapted to their world and surroundings. Siobhan works towards creating an inclusive, open-minded, reflective space for clients to reflect, heal, and grow. Outside of Relate, you might find Siobhan playing with her dogs, gardening in the backyard, at yoga classes, or laughing with friends and family.  

Stefanie Mach, BA, MPP (She/They)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist
Minnetonka

Stefanie offers office-based and telehealth services to adolescents, adults, and couples. She brings to her work the cultural sensitivity that she developed by growing up in a military family, studying abroad, and traveling with friends. At the age of seventeen, Stefanie sustained a traumatic injury and learned the values of authenticity and creativity. Her academic and professional gains were achieved through embracing challenges, accepting limitations, and enjoying the ride. As a therapist, Stefanie would like to provide collaborative, strengths-based services that help clients uncover their own abilities to navigate their personal challenges. In her free time, she enjoys reading, discovering great restaurants, concerts, playing with her dogs and a really good dramedy.

Therapeutic modalities: psychodynamic, existential/humanistic, interpersonal
Specialties: grief/loss, ambiguous loss, life transitions
Certifications/Trainings: palliative care

Theresa Tsuchiya, PsyD, LP (she/her)

Office-Based Clinical Practicum Manager | Post-Doctoral Coordinator | Supervisor | Office Based Clinical Psychologist
Eden Prairie Office 

Dr. Tsuchiya sees persons aged 6-99+, couples, and families.  She is a White mother, raising three biracial/bicultural children (White and Japanese American).  She is a highly personable, highly curious, warm, and “real” therapist and supervisor.  She believes that all people are trying their best and hopes to help others continue building more compassion for themselves. Dr. Tsuchiya adapts her therapeutic style to meet client needs, but often includes humor, metaphor, drawings, writing, occasional psychological testing, and education into her sessions as appropriate. Her time within a biracial/bicultural family has made her more attuned to the incredible importance and ongoing effort of cultural responsiveness and humility. In her free time, she is a Trekkie, loves all things related to space, loves to read, doing puzzles, building things, loves crafting, doing work outdoors, watching movies, and being with her family.  

Therapeutic modalities:  Relationship-based, psychodynamic, trauma informed, developmental pathways, systems, resilience focused, cognitive-behavioral therapy, couples therapy, non-directive play therapy. 

Specialties: Ages 6 +, Giftedness/2e, anxiety, adoption/foster care, diverse family formations, attachment, parenting, ADHD, personality disorders, psychological assessment. 

Tia Vegemast, MA, BC-DMT, (she/her)

School Services Therapist/Care Coordinator
Minnetonka School District

Tia offers school-based therapy for adolescents. She identifies as a white, straight female. Tia believes in utilizing a strengths-based approach to help support individuals’ choices and personal responsibilities to implement positive change and build healthy coping skills. She specializes in Dance/Movement Therapy and allows the creative process to promote healing. Outside of work, Tia likes to stay active and spend time with her family, friends, and cat.

Therapeutic Modalities: Strengths-based, Mindfulness, and Trauma-informed
Specialties: Adolescents, Self-esteem, and Grief and Loss
Certifications: Dance/Movement Therapy

Tom Brown, PsyD, MA (he/him)

Office-Based Therapist
Eden Prairie Office

Dr. Tom Brown enjoys working with adults and teens individually, as couples, or in groups as a generalist therapist. His friendly and relatable style integrates a combination of modalities and approaches that honors identity intersectionality, systems, and research. Overall, Tom seeks to provide persons like yourself with a safe and supportive experience that gently encourages honesty and vulnerability in a way that helps you find the therapeutic movement you seek.  When away from work, Tom likes to be cuddled up with furry animals, enjoying some form of science-fiction and fantasy, discussing hard to talk about topics or silly banter, and living a life that emphasizes compassion, integrity, and balance.  

Treatment Modalities: interpersonal process therapy, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy.  

Specialties: trauma, sleep, sexual health, kink, and relationships (including non-traditional). 

Tonia Boike, MA, LPCC (she/her)

School Services Therapist
Eastern Carver School District

Tonia provides psychotherapy for children and families. She aims to bring empathy, warmth, and safety to the therapeutic relationship through a relational, trauma-informed, strengths-based lens. Tonia’s applies a variety of techniques to meet individual needs including cognitive-behavioral and play therapy techniques. Tonia has clinical interests in issues related to attachment and the parent-child relationship. Outside of work, Tonia enjoys time with her family, running, sports, podcasts and taking her dog, Cooper, on long walks.

Certifications/Trainings: DC 0-5, Theraplay Level 1 training, and TraumaPlay

Alicia Johnson

Administrative Support

BA, Art, Geography Minor, Minnesota State University, Mankato (2009)

Alicia provides administrative support with her primary duties centered on front desk operations.

Alyssa Clayton

Office Manager

Alyssa has been a part of the Relate team since 1997. She supervises Administrative Support Staff, including front desk, billing, and intake.

Anita Silver, BA,CPA, (she/her)

Finance Director

Anita is an attentive and inquisitive Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years’ experience in financial planning, tax preparation, and entrepreneurial consultation. She made a pivot from public accounting and business ownership to the nonprofit sector in 2022. She has Bachelor of Arts degrees in Business Administration and Human Resources Management and minors in Economics and International Studies from Black Hills State University in Spearfish, SD. She is constantly striving to find balance between her mind for numbers and her heart for service.

Becky Bovitz

BS, Elementary Education, St. Could State University, St. Cloud, MN (1993)

Becky provides administrative support with her primary duties centered on front desk operations.

Caroline Schultz (She/Her)

Intake Coordinator

Master of Social Work, St. Catherine University, St. Paul (Expected 2024)

Caroline provides support and coordination for office-based services by working collaboratively with administrative and clinical staff to facilitate quality client care.

Cindy Rome

Accounts Receivables Specialist

Accounting, Hennepin Technical College, Eden Prairie, MN

Cindy is part of the business office at Relate, assisting with accounts receivables.  She is dedicated to sharing her financial experience and commitment to client care, joining the Relate team in 2018.

Daniel Rauscher

Facilities Maintenance Manager

Iyanna Turner

Receptionist, Administrative Support

Iyanna provides administrative support with her primary duties centered on front desk operations.

John Maybee, BA

Accounts Receivables Specialist

BA, Psychology, Wartburg College, Waverly, IA (2012)

John provides support to clients, providing assistance with understanding insurance benefits and billing.  He also works to ensure all client accounts are up to date and to make sure all claims are billed correctly.

Lilly Langton (She/Her)

Care Coordinator

Master of Social Work, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks (Expected 2024)

Lilly provides support and coordination for office-based services by working collaboratively with administrative and clinical staff to facilitate quality client care.

Nai Saechao (she/her)

School Services Care Coordinator
Eden Prairie Office  

Nai has a background in family social science. She provides support and coordination for school services and families by assisting clients through process of care, ​including but not limited to; helping families/students get started in services, navigating resources, and offering case management support as needed. 

Praveena Raju

Human Resources Manager

B.S. in Human Resources Management, Rasmussen College, Bloomington, MN (2014)

Praveena guides and manages the overall provision of Human Resource services, policies, and procedures for Relate Counseling Center.

Taiesha Blair

Receptionist, Administrative Support

Taiesha provides administrative support with her primary duties centered on front desk operations.

Tracee Lawrence

Payroll/Accounting Manager

Tracee has over 35 years of experience working in an administrative capacity, 29 of them at Relate Counseling Center. She is responsible for payroll processing and monthly financial reporting. She works closely with the Executive Director to ensure financial information meets funding, licensing and legal requirements.