Business Details
17 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Mental Health & Family Services Provider in Park Rapids
Lake Country Associates was founded in 2009 with a mission to provide locally owned, community-focused mental health services in northern Minnesota. Our team of licensed professionals delivers tailored therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, and families across three office locations in Park Rapids, Bemidji, and Menahga. We specialize in evidence-based treatments including trauma therapy, substance use disorder services, and adult rehabilitative mental health programs.Our 15+ years of experience combine clinical expertise with community outreach through initiatives like the Lake Country Cottage drop-in center. We maintain authoritativeness through partnerships with Rural Psychiatric Associates and adherence to ethical service standards. Our commitment to trustworthiness is demonstrated through sliding fee schedules, 24-hour crisis support, and transparent service delivery across Hubbard, Wadena, and Beltrami counties.
Services
Counseling
Family Therapy
Substance Use Disorder Services
Group Therapy
ARMHS
Play Therapy
Parenting Support
Trauma Therapy
Psychiatric Services
Drop-In Center
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in community-based mental health services
- Our therapists provide evidence-based treatments like TF-CBT and EMDR
- We operate the Lake Country Cottage drop-in center for ongoing support
- Our ARMHS practitioners serve clients within a 30-mile radius of our offices
- We accept NHSC scholarships and maintain sliding fee schedule options
Services
Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS)
ARMHS provides community-based skills training for adults with mental illness. Our practitioners teach relapse prevention, communication techniques, and daily living skills. Services are delivered in clients' homes or community settings across five northern Minnesota counties.
Substance Use Disorder Services
Our SUD program offers comprehensive assessments and personalized recovery plans. Services include adolescent evaluations, relapse prevention strategies, and holistic treatment approaches. We accept Minnesota insurance plans and county funding for accessible care.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions improve communication and resolve conflicts through evidence-based techniques. Our licensed therapists work with multi-generational families to strengthen relationships and develop healthier interaction patterns in a confidential setting.
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
TF-CBT addresses trauma effects through structured sessions for children and adolescents. Our therapists use proven methods to reduce PTSD symptoms and improve family dynamics while maintaining a supportive therapeutic environment.
Play Therapy
Play therapy helps children express emotions through structured play activities. Our specialists use age-appropriate techniques to address behavioral issues and emotional challenges in a developmentally responsive therapeutic setting.
People
Jean Greseth
Co-Founder
With 15+ years in mental health administration, Jean established Lake Country Associates to provide accessible community-based services. She oversees program development and maintains clinical standards across all service locations.
Shawn Anderson
Co-Founder
Shawn co-founded LCA to create sustainable mental health employment opportunities. He focuses on operational management and community partnerships to expand service accessibility in rural Minnesota.
Jessica Niemi
Bemidji Office Director
Jessica leads our Bemidji operations with expertise in clinical supervision. She expanded services to include PCIT and TI-CPP programs, specializing in child and adolescent mental health treatment.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide play therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, and trauma-informed treatments for children aged 2-7 with behavioral and emotional challenges.
Do you accept insurance for mental health treatment?
Yes, we accept most public and private insurance plans including MinnesotaCare, UCare, and PrimeWest for mental health and substance use disorder services.
Are evening therapy appointments available?
Yes, the Park Rapids office offers extended hours on Wednesdays until 7 PM and we provide appointment-based services at all locations.
What crisis support options exist after hours?
Our 24/7 crisis line at 1-800-422-0045 connects to trained professionals for immediate mental health emergencies and suicide prevention support.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, we facilitate anger management, STEPPS, and stress reduction groups with evidence-based curricula for emotional regulation and coping skill development.
