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If the cost of therapy has ever stopped you from reaching out, we want you to know there's a path forward — literally. It's called Open Path Collective, and it's the reason two members of our team, Marianna and Linh, can offer deeply affordable therapy to people who are uninsured, underinsured, or simply priced out of typical session rates. This post will walk you through what Open Path Collective is, how the one-time membership fee actually works in your favor, and exactly h

If a slow text reply can send you spiraling, if feedback at work feels like a verdict on your worth, or if you've talked yourself out of reaching out to someone because you're sure they'll say no, you're not imagining things, and you're not "too much." What you may be experiencing has a name: rejection sensitivity. It's more common than people realize, and it's something we can understand, work with, and soften over time. What Is Rejection Sensitivity? Rejection sensitivity i

If you've ever put off a phone call, let an email sit unread, or found a dozen reasons not to have a hard conversation, you already know something about anxiety and avoidance. It's one of the most human patterns there is: something feels overwhelming, and putting distance between yourself and it feels like relief. Sometimes that relief is exactly what you need. Other times, it quietly makes things harder. This post is about understanding that difference, and about being gentl

✦ We have immediate openings! Our team is currently accepting new clients, so you don't have to wait to get started.✦ Choosing a therapist is one of the most personal decisions you can make, and it makes sense to want to know who you might be working with before you ever send that first message. That's exactly why we built this page. Our practice offers holistic mental health therapy in Twin Cities, MN, delivered by a team of therapists who each bring their own lived experien

How we might work together In my work, I most often draw from Narrative and Gestalt therapy approaches. Narrative therapy is grounded in the idea that we are shaped by the stories we inherit, the experiences we have, and the meanings we make of them. Together, we can explore how past experiences, relationships, and cultural messages have influenced the way you see yourself and your life. Gestalt therapy helps bring awareness to the present moment by exploring emotions, patter

How we might work together As an adoptee LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I enjoy incorporating narrative therapy elements into my counseling because I believe the stories we tell ourselves, as well as those society tells us, shape who we are and who we become. Empowering therapy participants to rewrite and reclaim their stories facilitates growth and confidence. I also use some CBT and DBT techniques to build on specific skills and tools that people can use in their everyday live

Who I support as a bilingual Hmong emdr therapist in Twin Cities, MN Drawing from my own experiences as a First-Generation Hmong American, I prioritize cultural humility and understanding. I recognize that each individual’s experience is unique, and I listen with a keen awareness of how identity factors such as race, ethnicity, immigration status, or socioeconomic background can influence their perspective. I encourage clients to explore these intersections and how they may i

Who I support as a bilingual Spanish-speaking Relationship therapist in the twin cities, MN As a bilingual Spanish-speaking relationship therapist in the Twin Cities, MN, I often work with partners and families dealing with conflicts related to loss of connection and intimacy, communication problems, navigating cultural expectations, affairs, loss of trust, finances, life transitions, grief, and loss. I am also passionate about working with individuals experiencing phases of