I am a licensed professional clinical counselor in Minnesota and California. I have specialty training to help people heal from anxiety, anxiety, overcome trauma, and work through couples issues. I am a steadfast ally to LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folx. My goal is to walk with you through your concerns and address them at a pace that feels right for you.
I received both my Bachelor's degrees (Corrections and Psychology) as well my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Minnesota State University-Mankato. My counseling style is warm and personable. I believe in treating clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach is eclectic, but I primarily use Person Centered theories, Gottman Couples therapy, as well as Accelerated Resolution Therapy to help people feel better much faster than what traditional talk therapy alone can do. I believe the counseling relationship is the biggest indicator of a client's success in therapy, and I will work to tailor your sessions to meet your unique needs.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MN LPCC 2741
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Bethany Kroesing . We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Working with Bethany has been a breakthrough for me. Not only is she highly qualified, she is also an incredibly empathetic and personable individual. I have carried a lot of stress, anxiety and trauma with me over the years. She has helped me unpack and approach it in a comfortable manner. She really focuses on understanding ME and the way I think. I can't thank her enough!
Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Bethany for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I appreciate Bethany's candor and approachability. She has made easing into a therapy setting comfortable and asks frequently for feedback to ensure I am getting out of therapy what I felt I needed. Bethany also has great intuition and, in the few appointments we have had so far, has helped me dig deeper into things that I may not have realized were bothering me.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Bethany for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Bethany is incredibly kind and supportive. She listens, asks good questions and takes time to try to understand where I’m at and what would be most helpful for me. I appreciate that she validates without judgement and seems to genuinely care about helping me as a person.
Written on Jul 07, 2021 after therapy with Bethany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem