I am a licensed psychologist in Minnesota, Kansas and Missouri with over 20 years experience as a therapist. My approach to therapy is existential/humanistic with the relationship between the client and myself being of the highest importance. I believe that each client brings a unique set of strengths and difficulties, so therapy is tailored to the individual needs of each client. [Read More]

I am inspired and humbled by the stories of people’s lives – and I’m here to help when life gets challenging. If you’re in the midst of a life transition or are feeling directionless – we can explore purpose. If life seems too hectic or feels increasingly hopeless – we’ll work together to identify the underlying issue and explore solutions. If it feels like you and your teenager are stuck or if the relationship between your spouse/partner is a source of stress – we can work on communication. When you’re feeling overwhelmed and aren’t sure how things can change, I can help. [Read More]

As a parent, it can be difficult to see your child going through a challenging time and not know how to help. There are so many blogs, posts, and other parents’ advice that add to the overwhelming nature and it can led us to feel defeated to have tried everything under the sun to no avail. Sometimes it can take a fresh set of eyes to help look at the dynamics and other factors that may be contributing to your child’s difficulties to help get the momentum of change going in the desired direction. [Read More]

I hope that when I work with people, what stands out is the honesty, creativity and hopefulness that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. What you are struggling with is undoubtedly confusing and complex and challenging. As a therapist, I know that it is my responsibility to stand with you, no matter what comes up. [Read More]

Are you looking for someone to help you feel better? are you feeling depressed, anxious, having problems with relationships, in a difficult transition, or feeling the impact of past trauma on your life? I feel confident I can help you, I have over 17 years of experience guiding people through difficult times and helping them gain insight and develop coping skills so that they can move on with their lives with confidence. [Read More]

Seeking help for the problems that impact your life is nothing short of pure courage. I privilege, honor, and center the experiences and inner wisdom of my clients to help them resolve problems and improve their relationships. I believe that people are inherently good, capable, and resilient. I will focus on what is most important to you. You are the expert on your life, and my job is to witness and respond creatively to the challenges, joys, and sorrows you experience with effective interventions in a safe, shame-free space where you can feel heard and understood. [Read More]

I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, and any individual who is in need of support with a willingness to grow and reflect. I also work with ages 0-5 and have experience with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harming, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors. I do not strictly adhere to one modality, rather, I allow for flexibility to ensure each unique individual is receiving the best individualized plan for their success. Some of my modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectal behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral play therapy. [Read More]

Are you living a fulfilling and authentic life? How can you create the life you want to live? These are questions we can explore to help you take steps that get you closer to the life you want. I commit to helping you make the changes you desire by examining the obstacles in your path that are holding you back while simultaneously increasing self-acceptance. I see my role in this process as an active co-participant in your therapy who provides both support and challenge when needed to help you grow and move into a more satisfying life. [Read More]

I believe we experience pain and suffering when we’re disconnected from ourselves and from others. Whether you want to improve your relationship(s) or improve other aspects of your life, I will collaborate with you to take steps towards creating and deepening connection with yourself and others. I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and provide individual therapy for adolescents and adults; family therapy; couples therapy for couples at any stage, who adhere to any relationship configuration. [Read More]

I strive to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment to help you learn more about yourself, gain skills to navigate life’s challenges, and live an authentic, fulfilled life. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families affected by depression, anxiety, attachment issues, trauma, stress, socioeconomic challenges, interpersonal conflict, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I enjoy working with LGBQ, transgender, and gender non-binary clients. In my practice, I utilize person-centered, relational, mindfulness-based cognitive, and acceptance and commitment therapies. The foundation of my work is based on the importance of developing a strong, authentic therapeutic relationship. I provide culturally responsive therapy in both English and Spanish. [Read More]

In addition to clinical work, Dr. Thompson teaches masters and doctoral students in a variety of programs and also teaches and leads groups at Chiron. He received his doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D.) at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. His training there consisted of a wide range of psychological research in addition to clinical work with client populations diverse in age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and presenting complaint. [Read More]

I work within the context of a collaborative, therapeutic relationship to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of their lives. I believe it is through in-depth therapy that people can learn to tolerate difficult feelings, develop a sense of inner calm, find insight into life-long patterns, and increase general satisfaction and creativity in their lives. [Read More]