The Therapist

As a Consulting Therapist, I still love what therapy can do!

I have been a professional therapist for nearly 20 years. I am energized by how the power of therapeutic curiosity and compassion can change the way we experience our human struggle. I practice with the theoretical guidance of Bowen Family Systems Theory (BFST), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), as well as the mind/body therapies of mindful meditation, HeartMath, and guided imagery.

I’m an experienced AAMFT,  MBMFT and MBBHT Approved Supervisor and love helping beginning therapists grow their skill.


“Are you a Christian therapist?”       “What’s a Pastoral Counselor?” 

I am former Lutheran pastor and person of faith.. But you don’t have to be. I always accept each client where they are.

I’m a ‘bilingual’ therapist; I have graduate degrees and decades of experience in both theology and psychology. Whatever way you want to talk about your understanding of the world, I can join in.

 

My current professional affiliations:

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

Minnesota Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

HeartMath Certified Therapists

Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis