Top Therapists in Minnesota

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Charles Fai

MA, LPCC • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Charles Fai, MA, LPCC, specializes in helping children, teens, families, and midlife adults navigate life's challenges. Using Trauma-Focused CBT and traditional CBT techniques, he creates a safe space for clients to address behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Liz Andrade

Pre-Licensed Practitioner

Liz Andrade is a pre-licensed practitioner at LynLake Centers for WellBeing with over 20 years of experience. Specializing in narrative therapy and Brainspotting, she empowers clients to overcome challenges and achieve personal growth.

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.

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.

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.

Luyang Gao

Mental Health Professional

Luyang Gao is a mental health professional at LynLake Centers for WellBeing, offering therapy services with a focus on empowering clients to lead authentic lives. Embracing a strengths-based, culturally responsive approach, Luyang is part of a diverse team committed to fostering wellness and resilience in the community.

Max Crowder

Mental Health Professional

Max Crowder, a mental health professional at Lowry Hill Psychotherapy & Assessment Center, specializes in fostering authentic therapeutic relationships. Offering psychotherapy services, Max guides clients through their healing journey, emphasizing personal growth and positive change in a supportive environment.

Joseph Erickson

PhD, LP • Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Joseph Erickson, PhD, LP, is a seasoned therapist with nearly 40 years of experience in individual, couple, family, and group therapy. As a professor at Augsburg University and long-time practitioner at Associated Clinic Psychology, he offers diverse, evidence-based mental health services.

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.

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.