Trauma Focused Therapists in Minnesota

I'm Tena, a licensed counselor in Arizona, New Mexico, and Pennsylvania. I started Sunridge Counseling in 2022 and have been providing therapy since 2016. I received my master's degree in Professional Counseling in 2016 and went on to work with teens, adults, and families struggling with trauma, anxiety, neurodiversity, and depression. I am EMDR trained and certified in TF-CBT. When I'm not with clients, I enjoy spending time with my dogs, reading, going to the gym, and hiking. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or need help coping with a traumatic event, you have come to the right place. What if you could not only manage your anxiety, but experience much less of it? Imagine if you could understand yourself better, be more comfortable in your relationships, and create a meaningful life beyond trauma. I'm here to accept you as you are, while we develop and work towards your goals. I tailor all treatments to your needs and offer EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT and DBT. I know change is hard, but I'm here to walk with you you every step of the way. Contact me to set up a free consultation.

Are you anxious and overwhelmed? Are you feeling alone? Are you grieving a loss? Are you parenting a child with complex medical issues? Are you depressed? Do you feel like no one understands you? I want to create the space for you to share all of your emotions and problems so you can start living the life you dreamed of. I want to understand what you are feeling and I want to help you get to the place where things are better. I provide counseling for adult women and adolescents specializing in trauma, complex grief, depression, anxiety and Christian counseling. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in a variety of settings . My approach is to lead with empathy and to help you feel understood, heard and validated. I have a gentle spirit but will also speak the truth with kindness. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to share your emotions while also providing practical tools for you to utilize. I want to help you understand your past so you can change your present and have hope for your future. I believe the most important part of therapy is establishing a therapeutic relationship and having the hope you can change. I am trained in DBT, EMDR, Perinatal Mental Health and Advanced Grief Counseling. Head to my website to schedule your free 15 minute consultation with me.

Who am I really? How do I have better relationships? What’s the point of life? Is something wrong with me? Where do I belong? Can I heal? Are you asking yourself these questions? Are you ready to find some answers? Let’s co-create a space where you can find your internal compass, release your burdens (personal, intergenerational, cultural) and figure out what real change looks like. I’m here to help you embrace the intricate beauty and messiness of who you are. I bring to sessions boundless curiosity, caring challenges, and commitment to building trust at your own pace, all while keeping the focus on you. I am a trauma therapist at my core, and work a lot with folks who are navigating alternative sexualities and relationship styles (kink/BDSM, polyamory, ace, aro, you name it), living with chronic illness or disability, and exploring their gender (which is for cisgender folks too!). My approach is integrative in the sense that we will attend to your emotional, intellectual, and embodied ways of being. Are you ready to make meaning of your life in a way that integrates all of your experiences? Being witnessed in our whole truth can offer deep healing. I hope our work together will catalyze internal liberation, strengthening our shared path toward collective liberation.

With 8 years of experience as an adult psychiatrist and Board Certification, I specialize in Reproductive Psychiatry and Integrative Women's Mental Health. As a Harvard-trained physician with a Master of Science in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University, I've had the privilege of delivering lectures for prestigious organizations like The American Psychiatric Association. My primary aim is to empower you to thrive, moving beyond mere day-to-day management. I am deeply committed to equipping you with the knowledge you need to make well-informed choices regarding your health. Within a female-centered approach, I provide medication management and psychotherapy, prioritizing your well-being at the core of our work together. I firmly believe that women deserve exceptional support and care from the onset of menses through menopause. Our collaboration is based on a partnership, and I am dedicated to ensuring you feel genuinely acknowledged, supported, and heard throughout your journey. Additionally, I am deeply passionate about social justice and the exploration of racial and maternal healthcare issues. A significant portion of my practice is devoted to assisting women of color in navigating the unique challenges they face while seeking top-quality, culturally sensitive medical care. As a reproductive psychiatrist, I possess extensive expertise and training to guide you through hormonally-driven life transitions with evidence-based care. My knowledge of integrative and holistic healthcare enables me to craft tailored treatment plans aimed at enhancing your overall well-being. My work has been prominently featured across a variety of platforms and publications, including renowned outlets such as CNN and the Journal of the American Medical Association. Your health and well-being are at the heart of everything I do, and I look forward to supporting you on your journey to better mental health and overall wellness.

I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My passion is to help clients struggling with mental health. I obtained my master's degree from the University of North Dakota. I have worked in numerous mental health settings including child and adolescent psychiatry. Currently, I am working with the adult patients. I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. My approach is to provide Client-Centered Care. I view each individual as a whole person. I am interested in discussing with you, alternative modalities that may be helpful in supporting you. I work with you to individualize your plan of care based on your needs. I will meet you where you are. We will work together to find a plan that works with you. I am looking forward to working with you soon. *Specialties •Mental Health •Child Psychiatry •Sleep Medicine *Conditions treated •Anxiety •Depression •Bipolar disorders •Schizophrenia •PTSD •Trauma •Mood disorders •Relationship issues •Insomnia •Behavioral issues •Sleep problems •Night terrors •Restless leg syndrome •Panic attacks •Anxiety disorders •Coping Skills •Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) •Personality Disorders •Self Esteem •Self-Harming •Serious Mental Illness •Sleep or Insomnia •Suicidal Ideation *Treatment philosophy At Hopegrows we view each individual as a whole person. We are interested in discussing alternative modalities that may be helpful in supporting you. We will work with you to individualize your plan of care based on your needs. We will meet you where you are. We will work together to find a plan that works best for you. We are looking forward to working with you soon. *Treatment approach •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) •Culturally Sensitive •Trauma-Focused •Person-Focused •Humanistic •Emotionally Focused