Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Hutchinson, MN
NorthStar Counseling Center has been dedicated to fostering mental wellness and healthy relationships in Hutchinson, MN since 2012. Our team of licensed therapists brings extensive experience in addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, trauma, depression, and family dynamics. We specialize in evidence-based therapies such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Play Therapy, tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and families. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, strengths-based support, and creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for growth.With expertise in trauma recovery, attachment issues, and life transitions, we are committed to delivering personalized care that empowers clients to achieve lasting positive change. Our therapists hold advanced degrees and certifications, ensuring a high standard of professional excellence. We accept multiple insurance plans to enhance accessibility and are proud to serve as a trusted mental health resource for our community.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Trauma Counseling
ADHD Support
Grief & Loss Therapy
Parenting Guidance
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Co-Parenting Strategies
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma recovery, attachment issues, and family dynamics with evidence-based therapies.
- Our therapists hold advanced degrees and certifications in marriage and family therapy.
- We offer personalized care tailored to individuals, couples, and families across all life stages.
- Accepted insurances include BlueCross BlueShield, Medicaid, United Healthcare, and more.
- Serving Hutchinson since 2012 with a focus on community mental health needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for adults and adolescents to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Using cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches, we help clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness. With personalized treatment plans, we focus on empowering individuals to achieve emotional resilience and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling addresses communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and intimacy issues for married or dating partners. Our therapists employ evidence-based techniques to rebuild trust and strengthen emotional connections. We specialize in premarital counseling, co-parenting strategies, and navigating life transitions together, fostering healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Family Therapy
Family therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts within households. We address challenges like blended family dynamics, adolescent behavioral issues, and intergenerational trauma. By examining family patterns, we help members develop empathy and collaborative problem-solving skills to create a more harmonious home environment for lasting positive change.
Play Therapy
Play therapy helps children process emotions and trauma through age-appropriate activities and creative expression. Specially trained therapists use toys, art, and games to build trust and facilitate healing. This approach effectively addresses anxiety, behavioral issues, and social challenges in children aged 3-12, supporting their emotional development in a non-threatening way.
Trauma Counseling
Our trauma counseling services address PTSD, childhood trauma, and acute stress reactions using specialized modalities like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). We help clients reprocess traumatic memories and reduce symptoms such as flashbacks and hypervigilance. With a focus on safety and stabilization, we guide individuals toward reclaiming their lives from trauma's impact.
People
Andrew J. Larson
Owner, Clinical Director
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years of experience. Specializes in couples therapy and trauma recovery. Holds a Master's from Argosy University and supervises emerging therapists in Minnesota.
Danielle Nelson
Assistant Clinical Director
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist. Expertise in child trauma and attachment issues. Provides clinical supervision and utilizes play therapy techniques for children under five years old.
Amber Gustafson
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with focus on foster and adopted youth. Specializes in early childhood trauma recovery and family systems approaches. Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Mike Kieke
Therapist
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with experience in gerontology and residential treatment. Uses CBT and DBT techniques for clients with PTSD, ADHD, and ASD across multiple age groups.
Brianna Manderscheid
Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in adolescent mental health. Focuses on self-esteem, neurodiversity, and trauma-informed care. Creates non-judgmental spaces for clients to explore emotional challenges and build resilience.
Questions
What types of therapy does NorthStar Counseling Center offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and play therapy. Specialized services include trauma recovery, ADHD support, grief counseling, and co-parenting guidance using evidence-based methods like ART and CBT.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Yes, we accept BlueCross BlueShield, Medicaid, United Healthcare, HealthPartners, and several other insurance plans. Contact our office to verify coverage or discuss self-pay options.
What ages do your therapists work with?
Our team serves clients from age 2 through adulthood. We specialize in child play therapy, adolescent mental health, and adult counseling for individuals and couples.
Are your therapists licensed and qualified?
All our therapists hold advanced degrees and state licenses in their specialties. Many have additional certifications in trauma therapy, play therapy, and family systems approaches.
