Top Therapists in Minnesota

LaCresha Payne

MSW, LGSW • Licensed Graduate Social Worker

LaCresha Payne, MSW, LGSW, is a compassionate therapist at Kente Circle with 14 years of experience. Specializing in individual therapy for adults 18+, she addresses a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, and cultural identity, with a focus on empowering clients to achieve their full potential.

Nikki Braaten

MA, LPCC • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Nikki Braaten, LPCC, empowers clients through a systems-based, narrative approach. Specializing in family dynamics and boundary-setting, she creates a warm, direct space for healing and growth.

Angela Krebs

LMFT • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Angela Krebs, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist at Minnesota Mental Health Clinics' Lakeville location. Specializing in relationship dynamics, she offers expert counseling to individuals, couples, and families, fostering healthier connections and personal growth.

Anna Martyna

LPCC • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Supervisor

Anna Martyna, LPCC, is an experienced therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT and EMDR, she empowers individuals, couples, and families to navigate mental health challenges and improve their well-being.

Lauren Bergman

M.A. • Mental Health Practitioner

Lauren Bergman, M.A., is a versatile Mental Health Practitioner specializing in CBT, DBT, and play therapy. She provides comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns with evidence-based approaches and compassionate support.

Katie Erickson

MA, LPCC • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Katie Erickson, MA, LPCC, is a dedicated therapist and mediator who specializes in counseling individuals, families, and couples. With a passion for providing nonjudgmental support and meeting clients where they are, Katie creates a safe space for exploring life's challenges. Her unique blend of counseling and mediation skills, coupled with her outdoor enthusiasm and community involvement, offers clients a holistic and inspiring approach to therapy.

Diver VanAvery

Mental Health Professional

Diver VanAvery is a non-binary, queer-identified therapist specializing in GLBTQ+ support, couples therapy, and individual growth. With a unique blend of creative and clinical expertise, they offer a safe space for clients to explore identity, relationships, and personal authenticity.

Katherine Gieselman

LMFT, LPCC • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Katherine Gieselman, LMFT, LPCC, is a licensed therapist and supervisor specializing in individual and couples therapy. With expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma, she uses EMDR and other techniques to help clients identify strengths, overcome challenges, and find renewed satisfaction in life.

Sina Grantier

M.S.W., L.G.S.W. • Mental Health Practitioner

Sina Grantier, M.S.W., L.G.S.W., is a Mental Health Practitioner who combines somatic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy with a strengths-based approach. Specializing in depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, and young adult care, Sina creates a safe, judgment-free space for clients to address their mental health challenges.

Sarah King

MSW, LICSW • Clinical Social Worker

Sarah King, LICSW, is a compassionate clinical social worker with 12 years of experience in individual psychotherapy. Specializing in adult and college-aged clients, she uses a relational approach to address issues like depression, anxiety, and self-worth, creating a safe space for exploration and growth.

Almena Dees-Sims

MA, LGSW • Licensed Graduate Social Worker

Almena Dees-Sims, MA, LGSW, is a compassionate licensed graduate social worker providing mental health services at Minnesota Mental Health Clinics' Eagan location. She brings a holistic approach to therapy, addressing both immediate mental health concerns and broader social factors impacting client well-being.

Amy Jacky

PMHNP, B.C • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Amy Jacky, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), offers expert psychiatric care at Minnesota Mental Health Clinics' Eagan location. With advanced training in both nursing and psychiatry, Amy provides comprehensive mental health services, including medication management and therapeutic interventions.

Fred Kiesel

MA • Therapist

Fred Kiesel, MA, is a dedicated mental health professional with diverse therapeutic interests including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. With nearly a decade of experience and a strong background in psychology, Fred offers personalized care under licensed supervision.

Libby Luecke

MS, LMFT • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Libby Luecke, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, empowers individuals and families to find hope and emotional freedom. With a systems approach, she helps clients build healthy relationships and integrate coping skills, specializing in areas from anxiety to family therapy.

Cody Oaks

MA, LPCC • Clinical Director/Teaching Clinician

Cody L. Oaks, MA, LPCC, blends Eastern wisdom with Western psychology, offering depth-oriented therapy informed by Buddhism, mindfulness, and existential psychotherapies. He specializes in anxiety, depression, and spiritual crises, guiding clients toward wholeness and authenticity.

Peggy Brown

PsyD, LP • Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Peggy Brown, PsyD, LP, is a licensed psychologist specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and life changes. She emphasizes building strong therapeutic relationships to help clients make effective life changes.

David Townes

MBA, LICSW Emeritus • Founder and Chief Executive Officer

David Townes, MBA, LICSW Emeritus, is the visionary Founder and CEO of Catalyst Mental Health. Since 2011, he has grown the practice to serve thousands across multiple locations, combining clinical expertise with business acumen to revolutionize mental health care in the Twin Cities region.

Julie Madsen

MPS • Therapist

Julie Madsen, MPS, is a skilled therapist specializing in evidence-based techniques for adults and couples. With expertise in CBT, DBT, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy, she helps clients align with their authentic selves, drawing from her background in integrated behavioral health, addiction counseling, and mental health research.

Kelsey Sorensen

Kelsey Sorensen, a dedicated therapist at Lowry Hill Psychotherapy & Assessment Center, specializes in creating authentic therapeutic relationships to catalyze positive change. She empowers clients to understand their past while confidently moving forward, embodying the center's philosophy of growth and healing through personalized, research-backed approaches.

Larry Tucker

LMFT • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Larry Tucker, LMFT, is a relational therapist and owner of Kente Circle, with 25+ years in social services. He specializes in family systems, cultural identity, and trauma, using a strength-based approach to help clients navigate life's challenges and embrace personal growth.