I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for over 20 years.  I specialize in trauma treatment and am certified in EMDR Therapy and  Cognitive Behavior Therapy.  I also incorporate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and yoga principles into my therapy sessions.  I have advanced training with Law Enforcement, and other First Responders and their families to address daily stress and work related trauma.  I am an EMDR Consultant and have specialized training with substance abuse and eating disorders.  As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide Individual Therapy and Couples Therapy and am trained in both Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1 and 2 and Prepare/Enrich. I have worked in residential and correctional treatment centers for a large part of my career in a variety of roles including therapist, manager and clinical/program director.

It is my goal as the owner of Sunrise Wellness to meet the needs of our community by providing a safe place for first responders and public service employees to address their ongoing job stress.  We provide training in Peer Support and work with departments to provide wellness programs and training for employees.

Prior to practicing therapy, Erin was a licensed police officer in Minnesota for over 12 years and recognizes that the unique experiences of public safety personnel require a highly individualized approach to therapy. Erin’s desire to help others create meaning out of loss, provide avenues of hope, and a space to heal, ultimately led to her transition from law enforcement to her work as a therapist.

Erin believes we are all influenced by the systems we are a part, including our families, our work, our schools, our relationships, and our communities. Our experiences and whether our beliefs or values are challenged or supported often impact every aspect of our lives. Erin offers a neutral, nonjudgmental atmosphere and utilizes trauma informed care practices and evidence-based treatment options to reach your goals and improve your overall well-being.

Erin recognizes that each story is unique and understands it is not always easy to talk about problems that exist. When it becomes too difficult to share your story out-loud, Erin is trained in Brainspotting which is a non-verbal treatment option that works to identify and release those primary sources of emotional and physical pain, trauma, and a variety of other challenging symptoms. Erin believes that trauma does not need to end in tragedy and utilizes a Post Traumatic Growth approach in her practice. This approach recognizes that significant life events and adverse experiences can result in negative life outcomes but can also be a catalyst to positive growth afterward.

Erin is passionate about working with individuals to identify their needs’, resources and the flexibility needed for lasting growth and change.

MA, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I provide individual therapy to adults (age 18 and older) and couples. I was a licensed police officer in Minnesota for 16 years and am a spouse to a police officer.  I have a passion for working with first responders and their significant others, as I know first hand how these professions can affect the individual, relationship and family unit. My therapeutic interventions are eclectic and as I get to know and understand my client(s), I determine what may be most helpful in the journey of counseling for each individual or couple. My hope is that you will find a sense of understanding and comfort when you sit in session with me.  I work in Otsego both in-person and tele-therapy options.

I believe that there are points in everyone’s life where we become “stuck” or dissatisfied with parts of our lives, whether that be due to external circumstances or an internal struggle within ourselves. During those times it can be very difficult to see ourselves as resilient, strong and capable of meeting the demands of our lives. My goal is to walk beside you, providing support and the skills to address your needs, so that you can determine how to move forward in a way that feels good to you. I strive to provide a supportive therapeutic relationship where you can truly feel comfortable to come as your are. If you are considering therapy, I invite you to reach out.

I specialize in working with military, law enforcement, first responders, emergency medicine, “frontline workers”, and the unique challenges you and your loved ones face.  Prior to becoming a trauma therapist, I started asking myself “Who is watching out for those who help others”? This question led me to shift focus towards working with the people I used to work alongside.

My style is laid back, conversational, and educational (yes, you’ll get homework).  I use trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, body-centered, and integrative approaches.  I work from the foundation of neuroscience that painful thoughts, feelings, beliefs, behaviors, and physical sensations are not a sign of mental illness, weakness, being broken, or a failure.  But are actually natural and normal human responses to life’s adversities, cumulative or traumatic stress, unresolved grief and loss, broken trust or betrayal, and from harmful interactions or damaging relationships.  

What does this mean for you?  We will create solutions necessary to manage the pain from these “injuries of experience”.  While we also do the work necessary to heal from the inside out, to personally grow, and create lasting change.  Similar to healing from complex physical trauma – It also takes time, patience, and hard work to heal and grow from the impacts of psychological injuries.

I have almost a decade of therapy experience working with veterans, military members, first responders and their family members. I have training and experience working with individuals (18 years or older), couples and families who have experienced difficult times including trauma. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is fully EMDR trained and I’m trained in Prepare/Enrich for couples. I assist clients with their therapeutic process with structured support and solution focus therapy.

I also have 27 years of experience in law enforcement as a licensed police officer and I am married to a retired law enforcement officer. I have training and experience with law enforcement peer support teams and Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) teams.

I am passionate about my work as a therapist and take seriously my role and responsibility in guiding clients towards their goals. My direct communication style, friendly disposition and structured approach to therapy, allows my clients to feel at ease quickly and make progress in areas they desire to make change. I have experience and enjoy working with a variety of clientele including teens, adults, couples and families. Areas of passion include working with first responders, grief and loss, couples in crisis, teens and women seeking support throughout periods of transition.

I have worked with children and adolescents for over 10 years in a variety of settings (outpatient, day treatment, school). As an outpatient therapist, I work with kids ages 5 and up. I enjoy teaching kids/teens about emotional regulation, effective communication, problem solving skills, and coping strategies to support their overall well being. Although people seek services due to challenges, and we spend a great deal of time focusing on those, I also see an important part of my role as helping others uncover their strengths.

I would describe my approach to therapy as eclectic, drawing from various theories/styles to meet client needs. I like to utilize games, activities, videos, and books to engage and motivate clients toward reaching their goals. I encourage parent involvement and collaborate with others (teachers, case managers, etc.) to gain insight and promote growth across settings.

While I may appear laid-back and tend to use humor, I am also very passionate about mental health. My goal as a therapist is to create an environment where others feel they are heard and that they matter. I strive to be understanding, respectful, and supportive to the kids I serve, as well as their parents.

Ehlan is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a Master’s Degree from the University of St. Thomas.  She has been providing individual therapy for children ages 3-18 for the past 18 years.  Ehlan has worked in a variety of clinical settings including schools, outpatient clinics, in-home services, and residential treatment facilities.

Ehlan believes that parents/guardians are an integral part of working with children, and incorporates parenting support and check-ins as a regular part of the therapy process.  Ehlan primarily provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and maintains a solution-focused direction throughout therapy sessions.

Ehlan has received specialized training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and 0-5 Mental Health.  She enjoys working with children of all ages, and has experience working with a variety of diagnoses and problem areas including but not limited to anxiety, depression, Autism, AD/HD, behavioral problems.

Ehlan works out of our Isanti clinic.

The humans that I work with experience things that other humans only see in the movies. These experiences stick with them whether they admit it or not. This stickiness does not usually bother them at first, but as time goes on, it begins to bother them more. This worsens as they continue in their careers and have additional similar experiences. Unfortunately, these individuals tend to avoid seeking support until the effects of these experiences begin to derail their lives. Typically, it is at this point when they find me. I work exclusively with first responders and veterans. My clients have a wide breadth of experience that ranges from the first day recruit to the retired.
Prior to being a therapist, I spent fourteen years as an officer for the Minneapolis Police Department. During my time in uniform, I witnessed and experienced firsthand the stress involved in “doing the job.” In addition to being an officer, I also have over thirty years of experience working in the health and wellness industry. This unique background allows me to utilize Exercise Psychotherapy as a primary means of helping people move forward. This approach intentionally combines exercise and psychotherapy which can occur in-session and simultaneously.
I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual, so I have received additional training in a variety of modalities. These include Brainspotting, Trauma-Focused CBT, Simplified Emotional Freedom Techniques, Mindfulness, and other integrative wellness-based intervention strategies.
My educational background includes an AS in Integrative Health and Healing, a BS is Kinesiology, Sociology, and Rhetoric and a MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have multiple health and wellness certifications including being a currently certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, performance enhancement specialist and a life coach. If you are looking for something different, and are ready to do the work, come see me.

Hayley (she/they) became a therapist because she believes in the power of being heard, seen, and appreciated for living our most authentic selves. Often, folks navigate life without having the possibility to embrace how brilliant, capable, and resilient they truly are until they are given the opportunity to explore their own strengths and share their story. She maintains that every person has an innate sense of worthiness and is shaped by the world and people around them. Hayley is driven by walking alongside clients as they identify where they are, where they have been, and begin to move towards where they want to be.

Hayley utilizes concepts and techniques from systemic, humanistic, mind-body, cognitive-behavioral, and trauma-informed perspectives. She is trained in utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to support her client’s in processing and making meaning out of challenging past experiences.She is also an Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) trainer and has a strong passion for deepening our understanding of suicide and expanding our ability to talk about it. Hayley approaches counseling from an integrative perspective because each client has their own story and ways of navigating life’s challenges.

Hayley specializes in working with law enforcement, first responders, veterans and their families. She not only provides individual, couples, and family therapy, but also enjoys providing wellness check-ins and training to law enforcement and first responders. Hayley also works with folks across the lifespan (ages 13+) and particularly enjoys working with LGBTQ+ teens and young adults in her practice. Clients can expect therapy with Hayley to be compassionate, direct, full of movie references, sitting in ‘the sh*t’ when needed, and a few giggles along the way. When not at work, Hayley enjoys giving car concerts free-of-charge to passing drivers, walking outside, spending time with her four-legged son, and doing art sh*t.

The journey within is both enlightening and uncomfortable. As a psychologist, I view my role to support and challenge you on this endeavor. This can include individual, couple and family therapy. While starting at a cognitive behavioral base, I utilize an eclectic approach so there can other interventions, including EMDR and clinical hypnosis. The goal is to let you lead the way with us working as team towards the goal(s) you desire.
Psychological evaluations are also something I do. These are often helpful to clarify diagnoses and enhance treatment planning. These consist of a clinical interview and then utilizing specific tests to focus in on the original question. I feel strongly that we look at strengths as well as growth opportunities to help with treatment planning. One area of focus I am utilizing is Therapeutic Assessment.
I am fully licensed as a clinical psychologist and adhere to APA guidelines and ethics.