Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Counseling Services in Rochester, MN
Marriage & Family Wellness Center has provided specialized counseling services in Rochester, MN since 1992. Our practice focuses on evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Christian-integrated counseling. With over 26 years of experience, we specialize in treating couples and individuals dealing with relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and emotional distress. Our team employs a holistic approach that addresses both psychological and spiritual well-being. We maintain affiliations with leading professional organizations including the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.Our therapists have completed advanced training in collaborative marriage skills and trauma-informed care. We work with clients to address issues ranging from pre-marital preparation to healing from extramarital affairs. Our practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to create safe therapeutic environments. We accept major insurance providers including Medica for Mayo Clinic personnel. Our commitment to quality care has earned us positive testimonials from clients who credit our services with transforming their relationships.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
Individual Therapy
Christian Counseling
EFT Therapy
Pre-Marital Preparation
Trauma Recovery
Anger Management
Grief Counseling
Family Systems Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 26 years of experience in marriage and family therapy
- Our therapists are certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- We offer both secular and Christian-integrated counseling options
- We accept Medica insurance for Mayo Clinic personnel
- Our practice includes pre-marital counseling with marriage license fee reduction
What people say
Improved communication skills
Effective EFT techniques
Christian approach helpful
Compassionate therapist
Stronger marriage bond
Services
Marriage Counseling
Specialized therapy for married couples seeking to restore emotional bonds and resolve relationship issues. Our evidence-based approach focuses on improving communication, rebuilding trust after infidelity, and strengthening emotional connections through Emotionally Focused Therapy. Sessions help couples develop healthier interaction patterns and address specific challenges like parenting conflicts, financial stress, and intimacy issues while maintaining a non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
Christian Counseling
Integrative counseling combining psychological principles with Christian values and Scripture. This approach incorporates spiritual resources while maintaining professional therapeutic boundaries, helping clients explore their faith journey alongside emotional healing. Therapists use biblical principles to address relationship challenges and personal growth while respecting individual spiritual perspectives and maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling for individuals dealing with emotional challenges, trauma recovery, and personal growth. Our therapists address issues including grief and loss, sexual abuse recovery, anger management, and family of origin conflicts. The therapeutic process focuses on developing healthier coping mechanisms, improving self-awareness, and building emotional resilience through evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
Pre-Marital Counseling
Structured counseling program for engaged couples preparing for marriage. This service includes psychological assessments, communication skill development, and conflict resolution training. Participants receive practical tools for maintaining healthy relationships while addressing potential challenges. The program meets Minnesota's requirements for marriage license fee reduction, providing both practical benefits and relationship foundation strengthening.
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Specialized therapeutic approach focusing on emotional bonds and attachment patterns in relationships. This evidence-based method helps couples identify negative interaction cycles and develop healthier communication patterns. Therapists guide clients through creating secure emotional connections, improving trust, and fostering long-term relationship satisfaction through structured sessions that build lasting relationship skills.
People
David L. Jamison
Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 26 years of experience in Rochester, MN. Holds Master's degrees in Divinity and Counseling. Specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Christian-integrated counseling. Former clergyman with 20 years of pastoral experience, including hospital chaplaincy.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide marriage counseling, couples therapy, individual therapy, Christian-integrated counseling, pre-marital preparation, and trauma recovery services using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Medica insurance for Mayo Clinic personnel and offer standard hourly fees for self-pay clients. Payment options include cash, check, and credit/debit cards.
Is Christian counseling different from regular therapy?
Our Christian counseling integrates faith principles with psychological techniques when requested, using Scripture as a resource while maintaining professional therapeutic standards and respecting individual beliefs.
What is Emotionally Focused Therapy?
EFT is a research-backed approach focusing on emotional bonds and attachment patterns in relationships, helping couples develop healthier communication patterns and stronger emotional connections through structured therapeutic techniques.
