Top Therapists in Minnesota

Amber Schupp

LPCC • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Amber Schupp, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor dedicated to accessibility and quality care across the Twin Cities. Offering services in Eagan, Apple Valley, and SW Minneapolis, Amber brings expertise and flexibility to meet diverse client needs in multiple communities.

Steven Saunders

Psy.D. • Executive Director / Chief Psychologist

Dr. W. Steven Saunders, Psy.D., is the Executive Director and Chief Psychologist at Central Florida Psychology, leading a team of professionals for over 20 years. He oversees a practice offering diverse psychological services, ensuring high-quality care and support for the Central Florida community.

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.

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.

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.

Rachel Herr

MA, LPCC • Clinical Psychotherapist

Rachel Herr, MA, LPCC, is a Licensed Supervisor specializing in relational therapy. With a holistic approach to health and healing, she integrates various theories to help individuals, couples, and families increase life satisfaction and overall wellness.

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.

Aurora Abbott

MS, LPCC • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Aurora Abbott, MS, LPCC, specializes in guiding adults through life stressors, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Using a blend of cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and DBT, she empowers clients to tap into their innate wisdom and develop new coping skills. With a background in ARMHS and a passion for nature, Aurora brings a holistic, strength-based approach to therapy.

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.

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.

Debbie Becker

MSW, LICSW • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Debbie Becker, MSW, LICSW, is dedicated to empowering clients through person-centered, strength-based therapy. Specializing in boundary-setting and changing negative thought patterns, she utilizes CBT and DBT to guide individuals towards personal growth and transformation.

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.

Catherine Johnson

PsyD, LP • Clinical Lead in Geriatric Services

Dr. Catherine Johnson, PsyD, LP, is a Clinical Lead in Geriatric services specializing in creating therapeutic environments for older adults. With extensive experience in long-term care and a focus on holistic mental health development, she offers comprehensive services including counseling, assessment, and program development for seniors and their caregivers.

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.

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.

Chelsea Suriel

MSW, LCSW • Licensed Psychotherapist

Chelsea Suriel, MSW, LCSW, is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Office Manager at Central Florida Psychology, blending clinical expertise with administrative skills to ensure comprehensive mental health care and smooth practice operations.

Hiqmat Bello

Mental Health Professional

Hiqmat Bello, a mental health professional at LynLake Centers for WellBeing, offers integrative therapy for adults. She combines humor, motivation, and optimism with various therapeutic modalities to create a safe, judgment-free environment for personal growth and change.

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.

Dana Phenix

DMFT, LMFT • Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Dana Phenix, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a doctorate in the field, specializes in attachment and trauma. She offers a unique blend of talk therapy and neurofeedback, focusing on anxiety-related issues and relationship problems. Dr. Phenix's strength-based approach empowers clients to recognize their innate tools for meaningful change.

Terrance Ostrander

MA • Therapist

Terry Ostrander, MA, is a strength-based therapist offering holistic, integrative psychotherapy. Specializing in mindfulness, CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Psychodynamic approaches, he expertly guides clients through life's challenges with compassion and understanding.