Psychologist Rick (Richard) Jackson providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Rick (Richard) Jackson

Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
9 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Minnesota with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I am currently pursuing my Doctorate of Social Work at Capella University, having earned my master's degree from the University of North Dakota. Throughout my career, I have worked with a diverse range of clients and have addressed various life concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, and ADHD. I also have extensive experience in supporting individuals struggling with self-injury and suicidal thoughts. I am particularly passionate about assisting introverts and those seeking to better understand their introverted friends or partners. Additionally, I provide support to caregivers of children—whether biological, adoptive, or foster—who face mental health or behavioral challenges. My counseling style is warm, calm, and interactive. I firmly believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, and client-centered techniques, tailoring each treatment plan to the unique needs of the client. Taking the first step towards becoming the best version of yourself is crucial. We all experience moments when we feel misunderstood, directionless, or overwhelmed by stress. I am here to support you on this journey.

Psychologist Pamela (Pam) Skon providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Pamela (Pam) Skon

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
12 years offering treatment

Welcome to Better Help! Making the choice to seek counseling is a difficult one and I am happy that you decided to reach out. Counseling can help you to build a more fulfilling and happier life. There are a variety of approaches in counseling and I will work with you to find the one that works best for you. My counseling style is warm and interactive and combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic counseling styles. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sometimes it takes talking to someone else to help you find your true potential, we all have strengths within ourselves. I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in counseling in 2009 and hold a license in the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, addictions, and career challenges. I also have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. 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!

Psychologist Dr. Emmanuel Oppong providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Dr. Emmanuel Oppong

Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
11 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over ten years of experience working in settings to include clinics, schools, prisons, inpatient, and outpatient treatment facilities. I have worked with individuals, families, couples, adults, children, and adolescents from a diverse population. I utilize an integrated and holistic treatment approach tailored to clients' needs to ensure that clients achieve their full potential and well-being. I look forward to working with you in a safe space!

Psychologist Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Gabrielle (Gabbi) Schwenzfeier

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
3 years offering treatment

Hello! My name is Gabbi and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Minnesota. I have worked in a range of therapeutic settings including: in-home, school, and residential treatment centers. I work with a wide range of clients affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, substance abuse, bipolar, borderline personality disorder. I have also spent time working with parents on attachment and parenting skills. The clients I have worked with range in ages 2-75 and I have used individual, family and group therapy to help clients address their concerns. I was born and raised in Minnesota! I attended undergrad at St. Catherine University where I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. I then pursued my Masters degree at the University of St. Thomas. I graduated in 2017 with my Masters in Social Work. My therapy style client centered, as you are the expert of your life, you know what works and what doesn't. You have control over your treatment and we will go as in depth as you feel comfortable. I pull from a variety of models including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) where we will focus on how thoughts are connected to our behaviors, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) where we focus on skills such as mindfulness and distress tolerance, as well as, Solution Focused Therapy, where we focus on the present and future and setting goals. I also use the CBT model and narrative therapy to help process trauma that clients have experienced. If you look at my schedule and the time you need is not available, message me and we can try and make something work! Outside of work I enjoy spending time outdoors, working out and hanging out with my family. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Gabriella Stumpf providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Gabriella Stumpf

Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
8 years offering treatment

As someone who has worked in the mental health care space for the last decade, and someone who has been personally affected by mental illness, I offer my clients a holistic and compassionate approach to each therapy session. I have provided mental health care to a diverse array of populations, in a variety of settings and modalities, and can be flexible in accommodating whatever my clients' needs may be.

Psychologist Amanda Averill providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Amanda Averill

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Minnesota and Ohio with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Beth Brantner providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Beth Brantner

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
33 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Minnesota and North Dakota with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe you are the expert of your story and have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Susan Henry providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Susan Henry

Clinician
License Type(s): LISW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment

My name is Susan Henry, and I love helping people and seeing them grow. I am originally from the East Coast and resided in California before settling with my family in the Midwest. I received my Bachelor degree in Psychology from Rutgers College, and I received my Master in Social Work degree from Barry University School of Social Work. I am licensed in the state of Iowa as an Independent Level Social Worker. I have worked in the counseling field for over 25 years, with expertise working with issues related to Interpersonal Relations, Grief/Loss and Adjustment, PTSD/Trauma, and Anxiety/Depression. I provide a safe, sensitive, and non-judgemental space to explore your issues. Looking forward to being a part of your journey to better days ahead.

Psychologist Jennifer Encinger providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Jennifer Encinger

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Minnesota with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I know how powerful it can be to feel heard and understood during life’s challenging times. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, making sure you are heard in the process. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Natalee Tangen providing different types of therapy in Deerwood

Natalee Tangen

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigue
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Minnesota with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I am a relationship based therapist and strive to be a nonjudgmental and caring space that you can come to with the things that are weighing you down. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Deerwood that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Deerwood available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Deerwood therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Deerwood therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Deerwood region and in the state of Minnesota.

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Therapists in Deerwood can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Deerwood may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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