Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Duluth, MN

I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adults navigating some of life's hardest seasons — infertility, adoption, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the kind of grief that doesn't have a clear name yet. I'm faith-integrated in my approach, which means I honor the role spirituality plays in your life without ever making it a requirement. My clients describe me as warm, easy to talk to, and refreshingly direct. I don't do one-size-fits-all therapy — every treatment plan starts with your story.

Choosing a therapist is a personal decision, and I believe you deserve someone who will meet you with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to be yourself—without judgment—and where we can work together to better understand the challenges you're facing and the strengths you already possess.

I hold a master's degree in Addictions and Rehabilitation Counseling and am a license professional clinical counselor in the Minnesota. Before becoming a therapist, I earned my medical degree in Mexico, an experience that deepened my appreciation for the connection between emotional and physical well-being.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe healing happens through genuine connection, curiosity, and compassion. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don't have to navigate it alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to show up exactly as you are—without judgment—as we work together toward greater understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Life Coach with 30 years of professional clinical experience. I have worked in both outpatient and inpatient programs developing and leading mental health programs. I have owned a private successful practice since 2010 that was initiated to help people thrive through life's challenges. I was drawn to this field by a deep interest in human behavior transformative impact of helping others thrive and navigate through challenges that created lasting positive change.

I specialize in a variety of treatment approaches serving men and women. Let me support you in navigating difficult transitions tailoring your treatment to meet your needs.

I am Darian, an LICSW, with small town roots, forever ingrained in my soul. I work with all individuals, ages 6 and up, however have a dear spot in my heart for the kids, teenagers, pre and postpartum moms and individual who have experienced medical trauma.

I have experience working with individuals in recovery, children in the foster care system, children having a difficult time regulating their nervous system, teenagers having a difficult time with their emotions and parents struggling to find balance. Let's "get your glow back" and find some balance in your life.

I received my Bachelors of Social Work from Winona State University and then went to the University of Minnesota, Duluth to pursue my Masters of Social Work. I am a wife to a wonderful husband and mother to three beautiful children. We enjoy the lake in the summer and they hockey rink in the winter. I serve on a nonprofit board for CHD awareness and education, and also on the Pediatric Family Advisory Council for Mayo Rochester Hospital.

As a therapist, I take a client-centered, genuine, collaborative approach to the client’s needs and goals. I have over 19 years of experience with significant experience helping adult clients (18+) work through anxiety, mood disorders (depression/bipolar disorder), sexual addictions/offenses, trauma, grief/loss, men and women's issues, and general life stressors/transitions (work, relationships, parenting, etc).

I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management of ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your mental health journey.

I believe that every person's story is unique, so I take the time to understand your concerns, symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment goals before developing an individualized care plan. I incorporate medication management with supportive counseling and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques and Motivational Interviewing, to help you build practical coping skills and achieve lasting improvement.

Whether you're struggling with difficulty focusing, persistent worry, overwhelming stress, low mood, emotional challenges, or life transitions, I work collaboratively with you to help you regain balance and improve your overall well-being. My focus is on delivering personalized, compassionate care that supports meaningful, long-term success in both your mental health and daily life.

I graduated with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from New Mexico State University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Minnesota and Colorado, with a certification in trauma and a goal to become a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. I am passionate about supporting those living with eating disorders, chronic illness, and trauma (especially if they intertwine).