Michelle Abbott, MA, LMFT

Clinical Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MA: Argosy University
Works with ages 4 through adult

Specializing in: Marriage & Family, Play Therapy, Coaching parenting skills, Women's issues, Working with people with disabilities and their families, Depression & Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Spiritual issues, Working with ministers & their families, Infidelity

Has experience in: Teaching, women's ministries, and youth and drug rehabilitation counseling. Michelle is married to an ordained minister who is in a wheelchair because of Muscular Dystrophy. Michelle also has special expertise working with camps for people with disabilities.

Personal Mission Statement: I believe that there is hope for change for everyone. It is my desire to help my clients unburden themselves as we walk through the therapy process together.

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Clinic President, Clinical Therapist
MA: Regent University, VA
PhD Clinical Psychology: Union Graduate School, OH
Years of experience: 18
Works with ages 5 and older

Specializing in: Marriage and Family, Depression/Anxiety, Anger Management, Family of Origin Issues, and Conference/Seminar Speaking.

Personal Mission Statement: I believe my call is to minister to the needs of people in a practical, effective, and sensitive way. Christ is the Almighty Counselor. My wife and I are the parents of 5 children and have been foster parents to more than 20 children.

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Specializing in: Adolescent Issues, Grief/Loss/Terminal Illness, Marital/Relationship Issues, Self Esteem/Personal Growth, Sexual Addiction/Compulsion/Dysfunction, and Military Families/Couples.

Personal Mission Statement: I believe that Christ is our ultimate counselor, healer, and restorer. As a Seminary trained Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to work under the leading of the Holy Spirit in integrating Christian faith, grace, and proven psychological principals. I strive to understand people I work with at a deep level. This is not just a business or a job. Helping people come to spiritual, emotional, and relational healing is my passion… my calling.

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Jon R. Colombo, PhD, LP

Licensed Psychologist
PhD Clinical Psychology: Walden University
MA Counseling and Psychological Services: St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
BA Bible: Northwestern College
Years of experience: 17 Years in the mental health field
Works with all ages (generally works with children in the context of family therapy).

Specializing in: Individual Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Parent/Adolescent Conflict, Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Trauma/PTSD/EMDR, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexual Compulsivity, ADD/ADHD, and Psychological Testing.

Personal Mission Statement: My mission is to provide my clients with the opportunity to integrate their faith with effective psychological treatment. I believe that effective therapy begins with a relationship of genuineness and mutual respect, and I am delighted when my clients gain victory over the complexities of life and relationships.

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Specializing in: Marriage and Family issues, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma/Grief/Loss, Women's issues, Coaching Parenting Skills, ADHD, Behavioral disorders, Adoption and Attachment concerns, Major mental illness, Spiritual issues, and Children.

Personal Mission Statement: I desire to be an instrument of grace, comfort, and truth that liberates and expands one's heart to live fully the life that one has been called to live. Psalm 119: 32

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Specializing in: Marriage/Family/Relationships, Children/Parenting Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Abuse, Women's Issues, Spiritual Issues, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem.

Personal Mission Statement: As a Christ-centered therapist, my heart's passion is to come alongside those seeking help with kindness, hope and compassion while providing guidance toward resolving issues enabling people to lead more fulfilling, balanced and enriched lives.

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Clinical Therapist
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
MSW: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Years of experience: 18
Works with ages 12 and older

Specializing in: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Sexual Compulsivity, Trauma and Stress Coping, Conflict Resolution and Spiritual Growth Problems.

Personal Mission Statement: My desire is to be used by God to offer people His mercy, encouragement and wisdom as they work through their difficulties and goals towards greater personal transformation.

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Educational Therapist
MA Christian Ministry:  Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
Educational Therapy Level II:  National Institute of Learning Development, Norfolk, VA
Years of experience: 6

Specializing in: Educational Therapy, Testing and Assessment, Christian Ministry. Works with ages 6 and older.

Personal Mission Statement: I want to provide Christ-centered Educational Therapy in a caring, professional way that addresses the underlying causes of learning disabilities. I want to further assist with recognition of emotional hindrances to academic and personal achievement. My heart is for the whole child, the whole individual, not just his/her academia. I want to offer a future and a hope for those who are struggling. (Jeremiah 29:11)

Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Clergy
MA: Adler Graduate School, Richfield, MN
Master of Divinity w/emphasis in NT Studies: Bethel Theological Seminary, St. Paul, MN
Years of Experience: 15

Specializing in: Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling, Pre-marital, Spiritual Direction/Pastoral Counseling, EMDR, Trauma, Depression and Anxiety, Chemical/Co-dependency/ACOA, Attachment Disorders, Adoption issues, children and adolescents, prostitution and human trafficking. Works with all ages. Workshop/Conference/Retreat Speaker.

Personal Mission Statement: Jesus as the Son of God, is Savior, Healer, and intimate Lover of my soul. He invites those He calls to join Him on a personal journey to the Cross. Our entire being is healed and restored (body, soul, and spirit) as we surrender ‘our way’ for ‘His way.’ The “Crossroads” is there, the invitation open, the journey sacredly our own. As a disciple of Jesus, I am honored to offer encouragement and support to those who decide. Jeremiah 6: 16

Licensed Psychologist
MA: St. Mary's University
Years of experience: 25 plus

Specializing in: Depression/anxiety, bariatric surgery candidates, post-traumatic stress disorder, abuse issues, and major mental illness.

Specializing in: Anxiety (including trauma), Depression, Marriage/Relational Counseling, Family Counseling, and Spiritual Issues.

Personal Mission Statement: As a Christian Psychologist, my role is to come alongside and partner with clients through a journey of healing and renewed directions in life. My style involves an integration of warmth and compassion with a strong emphasis on personal responsibility and follow through. My Christian faith lies at the center of the work I do, yet I certainly do not force beliefs or values on clients.

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Debra Nelson, MA, LMFT

MA in Counseling Psychology: University of St. Thomas
Marriage and Family Therapy Certification: University of St. Thomas
Family Facilitative Qualified ADR Neutral-Hamline Graduate Studies in Law

Years of experience: 15 (in a variety of Professional Positions
Domestic Abuse Advocacy, Family and Juvenile Offender Mediation, Adult Mental Health Case Management and Individual, Marriage and Family Therapy)
Works with ages: 3 and older

Specializing in: areas of family of origin work, play and art therapy techniques, attachment, spiritual, bibliotherapy, children and teen relationships, parenting, adoption, home schooling, domestic and spiritual abuse, women's issues, blended families, premarital counseling, separation and divorce, grief, life transitions, stress management, communication, relationships/boundaries, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD and other mental health issues.

Personal Mission Statement:  I believe that God desires for each of us to experience the fullness of His love, grace, joy and freedom in Christ. As a counselor I integrate a variety of therapeutic tools, research, prayer, teaching, skill building and activities to assist in creating new possibilities. My focus is on balancing body, mind and spirit, while also increasing connection with God, ourselves and others.

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Clinical Therapist
MA: Bethel University
Works with ages 12 and over.

Specializing in: Treatment of depression, shame, codependency, parenting, women's issues, forgiveness, anxiety, grief & loss.

Personal Mission Statement: My goal as a Christian therapist is to help clients find hope, healing and freedom in Christ by offering empathy and encouragement in a safe, supportive atmosphere. I seek to combine my passion for God's Word and the practical application of Scriptural principles with my professional training and life experiences in a way that comforts clients with the comfort that I have received from God. (2 Corinthians 1:4)

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Saul Selby, MA, LADC, Ordained Minister

Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor
MA Human Development, St. Mary’s Graduate School, Minneapolis, MN. Hazelden Counselor Training Program.
Years of experience: 23
Works with ages 10 and older.

Specializing in: Depression, Anxiety, Infidelity, and Couples and Marriage Counseling. Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Pornography and Sexual Addiction.

Previously the Clinical Director at Hazelden, Saul is a national speaker who has trained thousands of professionals in Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Techniques. He has authored over 15 books, pamphlets and videos and aside from his counseling practice Saul continues to consult, train, and develop products.

Personal Mission Statement: To help individuals and couples experience wholeness and healing through the application of biblical principles and the Love of Christ.

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Clinical Therapist
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
MA: Marriage & Family Therapy, Bethel Seminary, MN
Years experience: 5

Specializing in: Marriage/Relationship counseling, Adolescents, Family/Parenting, Men's Issues (Sexuality, Pornography), and Grief/Loss. Works with children, adolescents, and adults.

Personal Mission Statement: To provide a safe, Spirit-led, and helping environment aimed to fulfill client goals in a direct and compassionate way.

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Specializing in: Play Therapy, Childhood Abuse, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Parenting Issues, Depression, and Anxiety.

Personal Mission Statement: To help create a safe place for
children and adults to experience the fullness of God’s healing grace and mercy in the midst of all life experiences.

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Licensed Psychologist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MA: Bethel University
Years of experience: 4

Specializing in: Marriage and family therapy, play therapy, parenting, blended families, family of origin, depression and anxiety, personality disorders, children's issues, and trauma/EMDR. Works with ages 2-65.

Personal Mission Statement: To help facilitate the process of emotional and spiritual growth for individuals, marriages, and families.

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Burnsville Clinic Director, Clinical Therapist
MS Counseling: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Years experience: 16
Works with ages 10 to 75

Specializing in: marriage, individual and family issues, Christian counseling, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, adolescent changes in development, men's issues, women's issues, and couples counseling.

Personal Mission Statement: It is my mission to provide Christ-centered, Bible-based counseling to those hurting from the trials and troubles of this world.

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Wendy Baumler, MA, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MA: St. Mary's University
Years of experience: 9
Works with ages 5 and older

Specializing in: Marriage and Family, Depression/Anxiety, Adolescents, Women's Issues,

Personal Mission Statement: Through integrating Biblical principles and strength based therapy, I strive to create a healing environment for children, adolescents and families where they experience emotional and spiritual growth.

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Ronda LaPointe, MSW, LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
MSW in Clinical Social Work: College of St. Catherine, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN
Years of experience: 15
Works with children, adolescents and adults

Specializing in: Childhood trauma, Attachment issues, Adolescent issues, Parenting issues, Step-family dynamics, Adoption, Depression, Anxiety, Post traumatic stress disorder, ADHD and Women’s issues. My education and training include special emphasis in working with children, using play therapy and attachment theory.

Personal Mission Statement: To show Christ’s love and grace, while building a compassionate and caring partnership. Through respect, sincere interest, and in depth listening, I help individuals navigate through the issues that cause them difficulties; and, together we work to find suitable means to reach balance and fulfillment in their life.

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Sheila J. Marker, MA, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MA in Professional Counseling: Argosy University, Eagan, MN
Years of experience: 4
Works with children, adolescents and adults

Specializing in: depression and anxiety, relational, marriage and family issues, pre-marital counseling, women’s issues including self-esteem & personal growth, spiritual issues, marriage counseling, and children diagnosed with Autism.

Personal Mission Statement: To come along side of those who are struggling to offer hope and encouragement that they can find healing and wholeness in their lives with therapy that is psychologically sound as well as consistent with Biblical principles.  My commitment is to provide a supportive environment, maintaining high professional and ethical standards, where I partner with individuals in finding the path to the abundant life, filled with meaning, purpose and fulfillment.

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Gene Martens, MSE, LAMFT

Clinical Therapist
MSE: University of Wisconsin, River Falls
Years of experience: 8
Works with ages 5 and older

Specializing in: depression, anxiety, work stress, parent and child relations, teens, individuals, couples, blended families, life transitions, grief and loss.

Gene has nearly 20 years of experience working with children, teens, individuals, couples, blended and single parent families. He has worked as a school teacher, led high school leadership conferences, and served as a youth and family minister. Through these experiences he has counseled many individuals and families facing challenges. Gene also researched and co-wrote a curriculum for parents focused on children’s physical, emotional and spiritual development. He has spoken at many conferences and seminars to parents, lay ministers, teachers, and pastors. Gene and his wife have also served as licensed foster care parents. Gene has a passion for working with individuals, children and their parents, and couples.

Personal Mission Statement: Living requires constant adjustment to life changes. I find it a humble honor to walk with individuals as they discover ways to live fulfilling lives discovering God’s grace in Christ.

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Kristi Wilder, MA, LAMFT

Clinical Therapist
MA: Adler Graduate School
Years of experience: 3+
Works with ages 5 and older

Specializing in: Marriage and Family, depression, stress, anxiety, divorce, step-families, parenting, career coaching, women's issues, children through adults, groups and individuals, marital and couple counseling, support groups.

Personal Mission Statement: As a Christ-centered therapist, my desire is to be an instrument of hope, encouragement, and guidance to others on their path to emotional and spiritual healing. I want to walk along side you and your family, with God's grace and guidance, as you work toward positive change and growth. Whether we work together or individually, in a marital or couples setting, with your family, child or teen you will gain skills, insight, and hope as you strive to achieve the life you desire. I encourage you to take the first step on a journey of transformation and healing. I look forward to working with you!

"...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31

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