​Abby Hansen

MA 

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I am a body positive therapist who specializes in working with eating disorders and how they relate to sexuality. Additionally, I work with treating trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety and children with emotional behavioral issues. 

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​Through a feminist, sex positive lens, I work with couples and individuals as they work on issues relating to: body image distortion, eating issues, and sexual concerns relating to body image and eating disorders. I work with people of all ages and identities. I view therapy as a journey and look forward to walking alongside you.

​Locations: Edina
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Ben Powers 

MA, LPCC

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I specialize in helping individuals experiencing difficulties related to gender and sexuality, chemical dependency and family change.

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I use cognitive behavioral, narrative, and mindfulness techniques to provide counseling that is tailored to each person’s individual needs.  I provide an LGBT*Q and Sex-Positive approach to create an open and accepting environment free of judgment and stigma.  ​

Locations: Edina

Isabelle Lankhorst 

MA, LMFT

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Focus areas include body image (HAES), obsessions and compulsions, anxiety, launching into adulthood or new life phases, desire, sexual pain, intimacy, and power play/differentials in relationships.

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I am a sex and relationship therapist focusing on issues of trauma and attachment. I enjoy working with couples in a tough place, such as those deciding whether to open up the relationship or close it off. Finally, I like working with adolescents and young adults, and have experience working with families around sexual trauma and development. I also practice using EMDR.

Locations: Edina

Sara Mehalick

MA

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I enjoy supporting individuals & couples through interpersonal conflict, strengthening relationships, developing communications skills, depression, anxiety, and trauma healing.  I work with older teens, adults, couples, and adult family members, especially members of the queer (LGBTQ) community, people in non-monogamous relationships, and non-traditional families. ​

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I am a client-centered and trauma-informed therapist with 15 years of experience in the mental health and counseling fields and am trained as a mediator. My  approach is rooted in a belief that healing happens in relationship to others and that personal, interpersonal, and societal transformation are deeply connected. My practice is informed by narrative, collaborative, somatic, mindfulness based, critical, and relational therapies in order to shift how we hold pain in our bodies, our stories, and our relationships.

Locations: Edina

Anne Bauers 

MA, LMFT

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I specialize in working with couples and individuals experiencing challenges related to sex. ​For couples, this might look like having different levels of desire, struggling with infidelity, or managing the effects of past sexual trauma

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Individuals may want to address performance difficulties, sexual pain, or struggles with past sexual abuse. I’m also passionate about working with individuals and couples that are considering or going through separation or divorce, as you seek to heal and build a new kind of family. My goal in therapy is to create a safe environment where we can openly address your challenges. I welcome clients of all relationship styles and backgrounds, including the LGBTQ community and those in non-traditional relationships. I hold a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.

​Locations: Edina

Calvin Hauer

MA, LAMFT

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I am a couples and relationship therapist specializing in working with non-monogamous relationships, couples with communication difficulties, and masculine identity issues.

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 I have more than 5 years experience as a sex positive sex educator in which I worked extensively with queer (LGBTQ), poly and kink communities. I view therapy from a client centered model in which goals are negotiated and your journey is the focus. I speak in analogy and I will most likely make a number of comic book references in session. 

Locations: Edina

Jackie Jasken 

MA

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I take special interest in working with individuals who are experiencing relationships issues due to self-esteem/body concerns, anxiety, and depression.

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I am a relational therapist and have experience working with couples and families coping with chemical dependency and substance abuse. I also work with polyamory. Other interests include working with couples who struggle with sex, intimacy, and communication.

Locations: Edina & Maple Grove

Cara Mielke

MS, LAMFT

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I enjoy helping clients navigate issues related to sexual functioning and desire within the context of individuals and relationships.  I work from a systemic perspective with people from all relationship styles and identities.

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My work is collaborative, and I strive to promote opportunities for positive change in the lives of those I encounter.  In addition I am a certified ​PREPARE/ENRICH 
facilitator and can work with couples as the begin to grow their lives together. 

Locations: Maple Grove

Samantha Zaid

Ph.D, LMFT

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Through conversation, genuine compassion, humor, and intuition, I offer clients safety to create subtle and powerful changes.

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Therapy is an invitation to transform ourselves, our relationships, and our lives.  Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2010, I have been working in the field for over 10 years.  I am an MN-BMFT Approved Supervisor, AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Clinical Fellow, and an associate professor in an accredited graduate program.  Whether you are healing past hurts, needing support and clarity around a current challenge, or exploring new possibilities, I am honored to walk with you on the journey.    

Locations: Maple Grove

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Anney Lyons 

MA, LMFT

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​I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and specialize in working with trauma, alternative relationship styles, sexual difficulties, and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR levels I & II.
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 My number one goal as a therapist is to create a comfortable, non-judgmental environment for all clients regardless of identify, background, or lifestyle. I work through a trauma-informed and systemic lens, and my approach is sex-positive, kink-aware, and LGBTQ friendly. 

Locations: Edina

Joanna Diem 

MA, LAMFT

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My areas of special interest include families coping with chemical addictions, anxiety & depression, grief & loss, and intimate relationships.

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I empower couples, individuals, and families to overcome personal obstacles. I assist my clients to find an understanding of themselves in order to strengthen their connections and their relationships. I am a relational therapist and have my Masters’ degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Locations: Edina & Maple Grove

Lori Alford

MA

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I work with sexual issues that present in couples. My specialty is bridging the worlds of sexuality and faith.  I have a 20 year career in ministry and over 10 years experience working as a sexuality educator.  

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Sexual issues in couples and individuals are often accompanied by shame fostered by culture or religion and these can be devastating. I'm here to help. As a sexuality educator and faith leader for the last ten years, I have been creating safe space for individuals and couples to focus on the intersection of spirituality and their sexual lives. I believe story creates identity. But what happens when those stories keep you in a place of shame? The story can be rewritten. Let’s do that together so you may have the relationship and sexual life you desire. With deep compassion and no judgment, I welcome all
Sexual issues in couples and individuals are often accompanied by shame fostered by culture or religion and can be devastating. I am here to help. As a sexuality educator and faith leader for the last ten years, I have been creating safe space for individuals and couples to focus on the intersection of spirituality and their sexual lives. I believe story creates identity. But what happens when those stories keep you in a place of shame? The story can be rewritten. Let’s do that together so you may have the relationship and sexual life you desire. With deep compassion and no judgment, I welcome all.

Locations: Edina & Maple Grove

Shawny Sena

MS

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I work with children, couples, and families on emotions that feel out of control, trauma, family conflict, gender and sexuality concerns and issues unique to the queer and transgender experience.

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I work with children, couples, and families on emotions that feel out of control, trauma, family conflict, gender and sexuality concerns and issues unique to the queer and transgender experience. Through my intuitive and body oriented approach, my clients tune into their innate wisdom, discover internal balance and connect with the people they love. In my work with youth, play therapy is a passion, and I especially love working with pre-school and elementary age kids! In my work with adults, I proudly offer space for folks who identify as kinky, polyamorous, body positive, and sex workers. 
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​Locations: Edina

Allen Stock

MA, LP

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Allen Stock is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in neurocognitive and diagnostic assessment of children, adolescents and adults. His work includes: ADHD, learning disorders/disabilities, mood disorders (like depression or anxiety), memory and executive function deficits, emotional and behavioral issues, Autism Spectrum Disorders, substance abuse, traumatic brain injury and chronic/persistent mental illness.

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Allen is a life-long resident of the Twin Cities.  He has worked as a mental health professional in the Twin Cities since 1986 (LP since 1992). Allen has conducted assessments in clinical and academic (k-12 and post-secondary) settings, for forensic purposes and in correctional facilities throughout Minnesota. Allen works in collaboration with all concerned parties to formulate a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan.

Locations: Edina, Maple Grove​, St. Louis Park