Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy Solutions
Vanda Counseling was founded on the belief that every individual possesses an innate capacity for healing, much like the resilient Vanda orchid. Our mission centers on providing exceptional, inclusive mental health support through a collaborative approach that empowers clients to overcome life's challenges. With a team of experienced clinicians, we specialize in trauma therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based modalities tailored to individual needs. Our core values of empowerment, equity, integrity, and collaboration guide every interaction, ensuring clients are treated as experts in their own journeys. We serve diverse communities across Minnesota, offering individual, couples, family, and group therapy alongside nutrition services. Our commitment to cultural humility and accessibility extends to school-based programs and specialized treatment for disordered eating, anxiety, and trauma.By fostering partnerships with care providers and prioritizing ongoing learning, we strive to remove barriers to mental health treatment while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Our therapists, trained in treating a wide spectrum of concerns from perinatal support to obsessive-compulsive behaviors, create safe, compassionate spaces for healing. Through personalized treatment plans and a multidisciplinary approach, we help clients achieve lasting transformation. Whether addressing relationship issues, life transitions, or chronic mental health conditions, our practice remains dedicated to guiding individuals toward the life they are meant to live.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Trauma Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Nutrition Services
School-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Highlights and features
- Our clinicians specialize in trauma-informed care with advanced training in EMDR and sensorimotor psychotherapy
- We offer school-based mental health services removing access barriers for students
- Treatment plans integrate nutrition counseling with mental health therapy for holistic wellness
- Therapists maintain expertise through ongoing training in emerging therapeutic modalities
- We provide specialized support for bariatric surgery patients and disordered eating recovery
What people say
Life changing
Expertise in eating issues
Safe therapeutic environment
Effective stress management techniques
Positive outcomes with bariatric patients
Services
Individual Therapy
One-on-one mental health treatment with licensed professionals using evidence-based approaches. Sessions focus on personal growth, trauma recovery, and managing mental health conditions through confidential, collaborative care. Our therapists tailor interventions to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions while emphasizing client autonomy.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors using EMDR, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and prolonged exposure techniques. Our clinicians help clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping strategies to reduce symptoms of PTSD and complex trauma while fostering resilience.
Couples Counseling
Guided sessions for partners addressing communication issues, conflict resolution, and relationship satisfaction. Therapists help couples identify destructive patterns, improve emotional connection, and develop strategies for maintaining healthy relationships across various partnership dynamics.
Nutrition Services
Personalized nutrition planning with registered dietitians to support mental and physical wellness. Services integrate with therapy to address disordered eating, develop healthy habits, and optimize brain function through evidence-based dietary strategies tailored to individual needs.
School-Based Therapy
On-site mental health services in partner schools addressing academic, social, and emotional challenges. Our therapists work with students to improve classroom performance, manage behavioral concerns, and develop coping skills while collaborating with educators and families for comprehensive support.
People
Abby Kelley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specializes in trauma treatment and women's mental health with over 15 years of clinical experience in community and private practice settings.
Bill Zweber
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Focuses on relationship dynamics and family systems therapy, helping couples and families improve communication and resolve conflicts effectively.
Leah Neff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Expert in treating anxiety disorders and life transitions, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based approaches for symptom management.
Dr. Laura Fischer
Registered Dietician
Provides integrative nutrition counseling with a PhD in dietary psychology, specializing in the connection between food and mental health.
Jodi
Therapist
Offers collaborative guidance for diverse client needs, combining clinical expertise with compassionate support to facilitate personal growth and healing.
Questions
What mental health specialties does Vanda Counseling treat?
We specialize in trauma therapy, disordered eating recovery, anxiety/depression treatment, and relationship counseling using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer telehealth therapy options?
Contact our offices directly to inquire about current telehealth availability and platform requirements.
How do I schedule an initial therapy appointment?
Visit our website to request an appointment or call (763) 575-8086 for assistance connecting with appropriate providers.
Are nutrition counseling services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by provider - contact our billing team to verify your specific insurance benefits for integrated services.
What ages do your school-based therapists support?
Our school programs serve K-12 students through partnerships with districts like St. Michael/Albertville Schools.
