Locations & Providers
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MidWest Center for Personal & Family Development offers screening tools if you are experiencing feeling empty or hopeless, troubled by traumatic events, experiencing mood swings, constantly worried, struggling with substance abuse or concerned about a family members well-being.
Our People
St. Paul
Brittany Barkholtz
MSW, LICSW
“I utilize a trauma-informed client-centered approach with roots in interpersonal, cognitive, and attachment theories, and my practice is rooted in a social justice, anti-oppression framework. I believe people are the experts in their own lives, and I work collaboratively with individuals through a strengths-based lens to foster hope, health and healing.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Board Member of the Minnesota Society for Clinical Social Work
Kristy Costello
MS, LPCC
“I utilize a holistic approach, often using creative techniques unique to the individual and their interests, including imagery, relaxation, art, psycho-education and mindfulness based stress reduction.”
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Member of the American Counseling Association
Dietrah C. Hiatt
MSW, LICSW
“I listen empathetically to engage and support people as we work to heal and make changes to improve the quality of their lives.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
National Association of Social Workers
Marcus Kuboy
MSW, LGSW
“Marcus works with all different types of individuals, couples and families with a specialization in working with Veterans and the LGBTQIA community in a safe and collaborative environment to overcome life’s challenges, adapt to changes and increase quality of life.”
Licensed Graduate Social Worker
NASW
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Mindfulness Based Existential Therapy
Brainspotting
David Brings
Ph.D, LP
“My therapy approach is problem & solution focused, psychological & behavioral health counseling, therapy & consultation.”
- Licensed Psychologist
Member of the American Psychological Association
Candace Frost
MSW, LGSW
“Making meaning of life’s complexities can be difficult, though doing it with support can help you feel less alone on the journey. I see clients with a wide range of needs who
would like to build resilience, increase feelings of vitality, learn healthier relational patterns, and make meaning of challenging life circumstances. I bring a sense of authenticity and care to the therapeutic
relationship. I will engage deeply in your growth through reflective listening. We will collaborate to
establish trust and explore your goals. I am a compassionate and feedback-informed provider, which means I prioritize your thoughts and feelings about your growth.”
Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)
Suzan Hurlbut
MA, LP
“My therapy approach is based on relationships and empowering individuals to find healing for themselves.”
Licensed Psychologist
Member of Minnesota Women in Psychology
Anne Kunesh-Carney
MA, LMFT
“I am trained in Adlerian Psychology and Chemical Dependency Family Therapy. I utilize cognitive-behavioral family systems and faith-based approaches to assist clients in navigating obstacles to attain their goals and improving their well-being.”
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Rachel Cain
MSW, LICSW
“I offer strength-based, systems, and solution-focused perspectives. I listen carefully to clients’ concerns. I do a thorough assessment which includes looking at strengths and resources as well as cultural and spiritual values. I understand that clients may have mixed feelings about change; I see therapy as a collaborative process, moving at the client’s own pace. When appropriate, I use humor during our conversations! I am a photographer as well as a therapist and so the concepts of re-framing, looking through a different lens and shifting focus are themes in my work. Besides helping clients to create new visions, I offer practical suggestions for change.”
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Jennifer Herman
MSW, LMFT, LICSW, QDDP
“My therapy style is interactive, collaborative, and mostly direct (aside from play therapy). I am actively engaging throughout the therapeutic process by being supportive, understanding, and challenging. I work from an eclectic model in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Insight, Dramatic Play, Art, Guided Imagery, Solution Focused, and other related treatment modalities.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Annette Jacob
MSW, LICSW
“My approach aims at enabling the client to 1) find healthy and constructive ways to cope with life’s daily challenges 2) identify, recognize, and learn to prevent future distress, and 3) transform feelings to enable healing.”
Licensed Clinical Social worker
Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Member of the National Association of Social Work
Kelley Garry Marschall
MA, LPCC
“I approach therapy in partnership with whomever I am helping. I use person-centered- cognitive behavioral therapy (with a dash of humor) to help people get to know and understand themselves in a way that helps manage anxiety, uncertainty, avoidance, and the pursuit of perfection. Essentially, we work together to change anxious thoughts and the behavior those thoughts can trigger.”
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Member of the International OCD Foundation
Catherine Molenaar
MA, LPCC
“My approach to therapy is to explore together with each client, their personal experiences and concerns in a safe supportive environment.”
Licensed Clinical Social worker
Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Member of the National Association of Social Work
Marilyn Olson
MA, LP
“My approach is to build a relationship where we can work together to reach the client’s goals.”
Licensed Psychologist
Member of the American Psychological Association
Member of the Minnesota Psychological Association
Rebecca “Becky” Pihl
MSW, LICSW
“As a compassionate and trained listener, I partner with people to explore new perspectives and tolls for approaching life that will guide and strengthen them through their struggles. I integrate therapeutic strategies to meet people where they are at & identify the path toward solutions. Through a trusting relationship, I help people process the experiences that shape their current responses to life and become more able to move toward healing and growth.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Our People
Burnsville
Alisha Beyer
MA, LMFT
“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and work from a systemic perspective.”
- AAMFT
University of Minnesota
Kathy Schliesman
MA, LMFT
“I approach therapy in partnership with whomever I am helping. I use person-centered- cognitive behavioral therapy (with a dash of humor) to help people get to know and understand themselves in a way that helps manage anxiety, uncertainty, avoidance, and the pursuit of perfection. Essentially, we work together to change anxious thoughts and the behavior those thoughts can trigger.”
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Member of the International OCD Foundation
Jill Carlson
MA, LPCC
“My therapy approach is problem & solution focused, psychological & behavioral health counseling, therapy & consultation.”
- Licensed Psychologist
Member of the American Psychological Association
Kathryn Weise
MA, LMFT
“My therapy style is interactive, collaborative, and mostly direct (aside from play therapy). I am actively engaging throughout the therapeutic process by being supportive, understanding, and challenging. I work from an eclectic model in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative, Insight, Dramatic Play, Art, Guided Imagery, Solution Focused, and other related treatment modalities.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Lisa Perlock
MA, LPCC
“I offer strength-based, systems, and solution-focused perspectives. I listen carefully to clients’ concerns. I do a thorough assessment which includes looking at strengths and resources as well as cultural and spiritual values. I understand that clients may have mixed feelings about change; I see therapy as a collaborative process, moving at the client’s own pace. When appropriate, I use humor during our conversations! I am a photographer as well as a therapist and so the concepts of re-framing, looking through a different lens and shifting focus are themes in my work. Besides helping clients to create new visions, I offer practical suggestions for change.”
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Alison Whiteaker
MA, LMFT
“I offer strength-based, systems, and solution-focused perspectives. I listen carefully to clients’ concerns. I do a thorough assessment which includes looking at strengths and resources as well as cultural and spiritual values. I understand that clients may have mixed feelings about change; I see therapy as a collaborative process, moving at the client’s own pace. When appropriate, I use humor during our conversations! I am a photographer as well as a therapist and so the concepts of re-framing, looking through a different lens and shifting focus are themes in my work. Besides helping clients to create new visions, I offer practical suggestions for change.”
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Molly Kehr
MA, LMFT
“My approach to therapy is to be mindful of how experiences during our development can shape and at times negatively impact our thoughts, emotions, behaviors and relationships throughout our lives.” As a therapist, It try to meet each person where they’re at and provide them with a safe and supportive environment to learn and grow.”
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Minnesota Board Approved Supervisor
Our People
St. Louis Park
Susan Banal
MSW, LICSW
“I utilize a trauma-informed client-centered approach with roots in interpersonal, cognitive, and attachment theories, and my practice is rooted in a social justice, anti-oppression framework. I believe people are the experts in their own lives, and I work collaboratively with individuals through a strengths-based lens to foster hope, health and healing.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Board Member of the Minnesota Society for Clinical Social Work
Mary Jo Faustgen
MA, LMFT
“My therapy approach is problem & solution focused, psychological & behavioral health counseling, therapy & consultation.”
- Licensed Psychologist
Member of the American Psychological Association
Linda Oakes
MA, Ph.D, LP
“I offer strength-based, systems, and solution-focused perspectives. I listen carefully to clients’ concerns. I do a thorough assessment which includes looking at strengths and resources as well as cultural and spiritual values. I understand that clients may have mixed feelings about change; I see therapy as a collaborative process, moving at the client’s own pace. When appropriate, I use humor during our conversations! I am a photographer as well as a therapist and so the concepts of re-framing, looking through a different lens and shifting focus are themes in my work. Besides helping clients to create new visions, I offer practical suggestions for change.”
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Our People
Rochester
Douglas Petrie
MA, LPCC, CNT, RPT
“I utilize a trauma-informed client-centered approach with roots in interpersonal, cognitive, and attachment theories, and my practice is rooted in a social justice, anti-oppression framework. I believe people are the experts in their own lives, and I work collaboratively with individuals through a strengths-based lens to foster hope, health and healing.”
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Member of the National Association of Social Workers
Board Member of the Minnesota Society for Clinical Social Work