Kamal Jama (He/Him/His)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Kamal Jama has experience working with a variety of mental health disorders. He has graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and is currently enrolled in a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. He believes in providing person-centered intervention. He enjoys working with people from all walks of life and learning from others as a student of the world. He believes both the provider and clinician are on a journey through life and can help each other on that journey. During his free time he enjoys spending time with friends and family and staying active. He enjoys reading and traveling.

Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, DBT, person-centered, and humanistic therapy

Specialties: BIPOC, couples, families, addiction

Relate Communications August 28th, 2024

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Benjamin Layne (he/him)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Benjamin Layne is a former theatre producer and director, currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Ben brings a sense of humor and play into the therapeutic relationship, mindful of how we are all human beings with hopes and dreams to fulfill, and a host of relationships at home, at work and at play that we sometimes struggle to navigate. Ben is dedicated to helping people build positive relationships, achieve goals, and better understand and experience themselves and their world in new and creative ways. Ben will work with you to build a therapeutic process that resonates with you, to help you meet your needs, foster healthier relationships, and find ways to cope with the challenges (and success) life brings to all of us.

Therapeutic Modalities: Utilizing techniques from Narrative therapy, CBT, Structural, and Experiential therapy

Certification/Training: Gottman Level I

Relate Communications August 28th, 2024

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Michelle Meadows, MT-BC (Music Therapist, Board-Certified) (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Michelle is a Board-Certified music therapist and 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) through Yoga Alliance. Michelle has practiced music therapy for four years specializing in working with adults over 65 and neurodivergent populations (including individuals with Autism) from ages 3 to 21. Michelle is trained in using music as a modality for therapeutic healing and achievement of functional treatment goals. Michelle is also trained in MBSR, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and incorporates concepts of mindfulness and somatic awareness to promote healing and growth. Additionally, Michelle incorporates cognitive, behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches in her work with clients and focuses on prioritizing the client’s needs and desires first.

Therapeutic Modalities: CBT, psychodynamic, music therapy, mindfulness-based and somatic approaches, MBSR (Mindfulness-based stress reduction), yoga therapy

Specialties: Children ages 0-10, teens & adolescents, neurodivergent individuals, individuals with differing abilities

Certification/Training: MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)

Relate Communications August 19th, 2024

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Amanda Natoli, MA Student (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Amanda offers office-based therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. She is completing her Master’s in Counseling and is currently being supervised by a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Relate. Amanda strives to create a safe space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. She works collaboratively with clients to navigate life’s difficulties and changes. Amanda believes in being your most authentic self and uses compassion, kindness, and humor throughout the therapeutic journey. Outside of the office, Amanda loves cooking, exploring local coffee shops, and quality time with her loved ones.

Therapeutic Modalities: Person-Centered, Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Meaning Making, Relational, Mindfulness-Based

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes/Transitions, Relationship Concerns

Relate Communications August 19th, 2024

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Olivia Eide, LSW, MSW Student (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Olivia provides office-based therapy to children, adolescents and adults. She identifies as a white, CIS gender, queer female. She is a graduate student from St. Catherine University, completing her Master’s degree in social work. Olivia has experience working with children, adults, older adults and people with disabilities in residential settings and case management. She shows up to her work with clients using authenticity and humor to connect and strengthen the therapeutic alliance. She values creating a safe space for clients to express themselves freely. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys taking care of her two cats, attending concerts, music festivals and spending time with family and friends.

Therapeutic Modalities:Trauma-informed, narrative therapy, mindfulness, DBT, internal family systems, compassion-based therapy

Specialties:Trauma, addiction, life transitions, LGBTQIA+, children aged 8+, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety

Relate Communications August 19th, 2024

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Rita Gorder, MA (she/her)

Office-Based Practicum Therapist

Minnetonka Office

Rita is a Clinical Practicum Student Therapist who provides office-based therapy primarily for adolescents and adults at Relate in Minnetonka. She is completing a Post Master’s Degree Certification in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and will pursue an LPCC/Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor credential. In her previous career, Rita worked 20+ years full-time in the corporate business world while also working in retail sales part-time. This allows her to bring a unique perspective regarding various workplace issues. She identifies as an African American/Black, heterosexual, Christian female. She is governed by Biblical principles and willing to integrate them into counseling sessions IF a client desires to. She is open to seeing clients of any or no religious faith affiliation. Rita seeks to build therapeutic relationships based on mutual respect, trust, and authenticity to support a person’s healing, overall well-being, and ability to reach their goals and live a satisfying life.

Therapeutic Modalities: Adlerian Individual Psychology, Strengths-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy

Specialties: Black and Indigenous People of Color, women 40+, women 18-39, adolescent girls 13-17, depression, changing careers, workplace trauma, religious trauma.

Certification/Training: Career Counseling, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace

Relate Communications February 1st, 2024

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