Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Duluth, MN

Healing begins when you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. For over 20 years, I've helped children, teens, adults, and families overcome anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Senior Clinical Supervisor, and first-generation Hmong American, I provide compassionate, culturally responsive care that honors your story and empowers lasting change. Together, we'll build on your strengths, restore hope, and create a path toward healing, resilience, and healthier relationships.

Anxiety Depression Trauma & PTSD Grief & Loss Parenting Support Family & Relationship Challenges Children's Behavioral Concerns Cultural Identity & Acculturation Intergenerational Family Conflict Stress & Burnout Life Transitions Self-Esteem Women's Issues Christian Counseling (upon request)

Life can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting, or life transitions, I offer a compassionate, culturally responsive space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered. When you're ready, I'd be honored to walk alongside you.

My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. Together, we'll use a person-centered and strengths-based approach explore the experiences that have shaped you, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you move toward the life you want to live.

I graduated from Minnesota State University Mankato with a Master's in Social Work, and a Master's in Science. I have experience working with adolescents and young adults as a school social worker, as well as a medical social worker with Allina Hospital.

Alex sees a wide range of cases including but not limited to: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, PTSD, Bipolar 1 & 2 Disorders, and ADHD accompanied by behavioral and emotion dysregulation issues. The symptoms that his clients may experience include debilitating anxiety, depression, and relationship issues which client's might describe as tense or chaotic.

Alex McLeod holds an MSW, and LICSW and was a top graduate at Saint Catherine University Master’s program. He was featured in IMPAAKT Magazine’s cover story topping the list for most influential mental health leaders of 2024. He has a 13 year career working in human service including therapy-based shelter care, corrections work with felony level teens, probation, experience with the Minnesota Board of Public Defense, and outpatient individual therapy. Alex also teaches a university class on the correlations between anatomy and pathologically violent behaviors.

I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore life's challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools to move toward lasting emotional wellness.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience providing psychotherapy to adults across a variety of settings, including outpatient private practice and senior living communities. I work with individuals (adolescents to seniors) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic pain, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.

I have been working in the mental health field for the past seven years, with a strong foundation in nursing and psychiatric care. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2019 and began my career on a behavioral health unit, where I gained extensive experience supporting individuals with both acute and chronic mental health conditions.

In 2024, I completed my Master of Science in Nursing and became a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Over the past two years in advanced practice, I have provided comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment for a wide range of mental health disorders.

My clinical experience includes addiction medicine and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), as well as the management of depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD. I am committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. I work collaboratively with clients to develop individualized treatment plans that promote stability, resilience, and long-term well-being.

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I'm Michelle. Licensed Therapist and Conscious Coach in Minnesota, with 30 years of professional work experience assisting clients with motivation, self-esteem, confidence, anxiety, depression, career difficulties, coping with life changes, as well as personal, executive & professional coaching. I am skilled with self-care, meditation, journaling, and other forms of inner discovery. If you are feeling stuck, I can help.

I work with adults of all ages who struggle with emotional regulation, spiraling thoughts, high stress, significant life changes/losses that impact personal wellbeing, home life, career, relationships/divorce, and education,

Hi there! My name is Will and I’ve supported people going through different stressors in a variety of settings. I have experience supporting a variety of people with different mental health disorders in residential, intensive outpatient, and the outpatient settings. I’ve worked with people who have experienced severe trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder, personality disorders, schizophrenia, attachment related disorders, among others.

If you're navigating work-life balance, stressors, and likely facing the ongoing challenges compounded by the pandemic, I am here to come alongside you as you seek healing, health and wellness. I have a special interest in serving adult-aged clients in the BIPOC community. Whether you are in college, graduate school, or a working professional, I'm taking new clients in Plymouth/Golden Valley area (NOT in Uptown) as well as telehealth at this time. Maybe you are finding yourself at a crossroads, facing a major (or minor) life change. Therapy with me will be holistic, person-centered, integrating your story as you slow down, seek clarity and pursue a conscious, welcomed change.

Hi, I'm Kim. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth therapist who believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As an immigrant and bilingual professional, I understand that life's transitions can bring unexpected challenges, uncertainty, and feelings of being caught between different expectations or versions of yourself. I know how difficult it can be to ask for help when you're used to carrying so much on your own.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel comfortable showing up as you are, without pressure to have everything figured out. Together, we'll explore what's weighing on you, recognize the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and build on the strengths you already have. I believe growth doesn't mean having all the answers; it means learning to navigate life's challenges with greater self-awareness, confidence, and self-compassion.

In our work together, I'll combine empathy with practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs and goals. Whether you're navigating anxiety, difficult life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling disconnected from yourself, my goal is to help you develop healthier coping skills, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change. You don't have to figure everything out on your own. Therapy can be a place to pause, reconnect with yourself, and take steps toward a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

Finding a therapist with whom you feel comfortable sharing personal details is an important step in your healing journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Minnesota with over ten years of experience in behavioral health.

I am a woman of color who appreciates diversity and connections with other people. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are seeking personal growth while improving their mental health. I welcome clients of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

Taking the next step:

Talk therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space to process your feelings and make meaningful personal changes. It takes courage to reach out for support, and I am here to encourage, guide, and cheer you on every step of the way. If you have any questions or are ready to take that next step toward healing and moving forward, please reach out—I look forward to connecting with you.