Meet the Team
Therapists
Alison Yang
Alison Yang, MA, LMFT
She/Her
Education/Experience
Alison obtained her Masters degree from Northcentral University in 2019 and completed her practicum experience at Minnesota Counseling and Therapy Center. After graduation, Alison transitioned from being an intern to a full-time employee at Minnesota Counseling and Therapy Center. From this experience, Alison provided therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, parent-child relationships, and other family systems.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Alison enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Working from a trauma-informed lens, Alison believes in the importance of creating a safe and comfortable space for individuals to talk about their experiences, and to understand how it has affected their lives and relationships. Alison is an advocate for sexual health and utilizes non-shaming ways to talk about sex, sexuality, and gender identity. She also has a passion for working with second and third-generation Asian Americans by helping them explore and process their personal identities, cultural values, and experiences in life.
Practice Areas
Alison works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
Personal Statement
How I show up in the therapy room is that I am a genuine, laid back, transparent, direct, and supportive therapist. I believe that every client has their own story to tell and that my purpose as a therapist is to listen to those stories and to collaborate with the client on how to best meet their needs and achieve their therapeutic goals. I firmly believe that creating a safe and non-judgmental environment is crucial in therapy, and to obtain that it is important to build a trusting and honest relationship with the therapist. I put a lot of care into my work and in helping people. Hopefully, this description gives you an idea of how I do therapy and whether I would be a good fit for you.
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Age Ranges
Children (5-12), Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-64)
Amanda Westpfahl
Amanda Westpfahl
she/her
Education
Amanda completed her master’s level training at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, where she is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Counseling Psychology as an early-entry student. Amanda completed her master’s level therapy practicum at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation in St. Paul, MN, where she provided individual and family therapy services for a diverse group of individuals across the lifespan. Amanda is under the supervision of Phyllis Solon, PsyD, LP.
Specialized Training
Amanda provides services via telehealth, and in-person at our Vadnais Heights location.
Amanda has received over 50 hours of advanced training in the Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network model of treatment, which has been designed for working with individuals with complex trauma, complex PTSD, and neuro-dissociative experiences.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Amanda’s clinical interests include trauma and attachment healing, neurodiversity and dissociative disorders, anxiety and performance issues, family and parental support, and identity development and existential concerns.
Amanda welcomes people of any orientation, gender, or cultural background and hopes to provide a safe and supportive space for people to explore their most authentic selves.
Practice Areas
Child, Adolescent, Individual, Family, Parenting Support, AIR Network, CBT, Interpersonal Therapy, addiction support and recovery.
Personal Statement
I am a cisgender white woman who uses she/her pronouns. I enjoy working with folks across the lifespan, utilizing an integrative approach to provide individualized services. I have a special interest in areas of connection and belonging, addressing cultural and historical trauma and oppression, and healing from early trauma and attachment wounding. I have a gentle approach grounded in a multicultural feminist framework. I enjoy incorporating humor, arts and crafts, movement and meditation, and breathwork when appropriate.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association
Age Ranges
School Age (6-12), Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-64)
Anna Miller
Anna Miller, MSW LGSW
Education/Experience
Anna received her Master of Social Work degree from St. Catherine University in 2024. She completed her clinical practicum at the Minneapolis VA’s Mental Health Homeless Programs, where she provided individual therapy and clinical case management to veterans with a history of homelessness. Anna also interned at the Hennepin County Public Defender’s Office, where she helped clients connect to mental health and substance use treatment and supported them in advocating for alternatives to incarceration. Anna is on track for licensure as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and is under the supervision of Soo Moon, MA, LMFT and Sharyn DeZelar, PhD, LICSW.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Anna enjoys working with adults from a variety of backgrounds. She has interest and experience in supporting veterans and clients involved in the criminal legal system (including child protection). Anna’s other clinical interests include attachment trauma, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Practice Areas
Anna works with individual adults.
Personal Statement
I strive to co-create therapeutic relationships in which clients can experience unconditional positive regard and practice new ways of being. No modality or technique is one-size-fits-all; I enjoy working with clients to find the approaches that best fit their needs, drawing from client-centered therapy, parts work, ACT, and more. I take a systems view of individual psychotherapy, acknowledging and exploring the institutional and structural forces that impact clients’ mental health.
Age Ranges
Adults (18+)
Aubree Elmquist
Aubree Elmquist, MA, LMFT, LADC
She/Her/Hers
Education
Aubree obtained her Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University in 2018. She completed her practicum at Park Avenue Treatment Center where she provided chemical dependency and mental health treatment to adults struggling with substance use. Aubree has also worked with Behavior Therapy Solutions of Minnesota providing in-home individual and family skills to aid families with children diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. Aubree is on track for licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and is under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD, LP, and Soo Moon, MA LMFT.
Specialized Training
Aubree has also completed her studies at Argosy University and obtained her license in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. During her practicum experience, she has developed a unique way to incorporate family systems when working with individuals struggling with substance use. She has also completed AIR (Adaptive Internal Relational) Network is a trauma-informed model to work with complex trauma and dissociation. She utilizes this model when working with clients to develop insight into previous experiences while focusing on strengths and resiliencies. Aubree is in a monthly consult group on a monthly basis with one of the AIR Network trainers, Dr. Phyllis Solon, and is working towards certification in AIR Network.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Aubree enjoys working with all types of clients from young children to adults. When working with young children she works towards creating a safe space for building relationships and exploring issues or problems that they bring to the therapy room and aiding parents and guardians with psychoeducation to better aid their child within the home and academic settings.
She also enjoys working with couples and exploring family upbringing concepts and the influence it has when connecting with others. Aubree believes in creating healthy relationship patterns and increasing awareness of oneself at an individual level as well as a relational unit. She will utilize Bowen Family Therapy techniques to develop insight into patterns of upbringing and how these may be reflected within current relational systems.
Practice Areas
Aubree works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
Personal Statement
When working with clients, I hope to create an environment that can be humorous and healing. Often, we may be very critical and stuck in what might feel like overwhelming or unpleasant experiences of the past, and through therapy, we are provided the opportunity to step out from that stance and take a stance towards healing. I utilize a perspective of compassion towards ourselves in these situations and will collaborate with you to deconstruct negative beliefs and judgments of previous experiences and create a narrative that aids in empowerment and growth.
Professional Affiliations
Minnesota Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Member
Age Ranges
School Age (6-12), Adolescent (13-17), Adult (18-64)
Becca Hines
Becca Hines, MA, LPCC, Pre-doctoral Student
She/Her
Education/Experience
Becca is currently a pre-doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology program at the University of St. Thomas, under the supervision of Dr. Phyllis Solon. She has been practicing as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in private practice, since 2017. Becca is also a MN board-approved supervisor for LPC/C candidates. Prior to her role as a counselor, Becca worked for a non-profit mentorship program with adolescents. Drawing from over 12 years of collective experience in the mental health world, Becca brings skills of warmth, patience, deep listening, and compassion into work with clients.
Specialized Training
Becca is certified in EMDR and has completed additional advanced trainings in dissociation and complex trauma. Becca enjoys incorporating experiential modalities in therapy, such as sand tray and art to assist clients in expressing emotions or memories.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Becca is bilingual (English & Spanish) and lived in Colombia and the Dominican Republic for most of her upbringing. She enjoys working with Hispanic and Latinx clients.
Becca’s primary clinical focus is working with trauma, including historical, generational, attachment, and racial trauma. Becca also has experience working with a wide variety of mental health concerns including: PTSD, OCD, depression, anxiety, Bipolar, eating disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum, personality disorders, transition-related stressors (de-coupling, career/job changes, and creating boundaries with family members).
Personal Statement
I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for people to explore their programming, values, identity, and trauma. I invite folks from all walks of life and communities of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or political leaning to partner with me in cultivating a nonjudgmental and safe space for healing.
Age Ranges
Adolescents and Adults (15+)
Chanel Lopez
Chanel Lopez, MA, LPCC
Education/Experience
Chanel completed her Masters degree in counseling and psychological services at the University of Saint Mary’s in 2021. She completed her practicum at the Domestic Abuse Project where she provided group therapy, individual therapy services and a her primary role being in completing Diagnostic Assessments for all new clients. Prior to her current focused work in the outpatient setting. She has worked in inpatient; crisis care with adolescents.
Areas of Clinical Interest
When life gets hard we can continue going forward, we can give ourselves grace to show up with the person that we are today. If we cannot change the situation that causes our disarray, we can still choose our perspective and form a clear and precise picture of the circumstance and build our support system to move through it with healing and insight. With a humanistic existential perspective and being trauma-informed, she emphasizes on understanding each client’s human experience and focusing on goals, gaining skills for the future through search of purpose and meaning making through individual therapy.
Practice Areas
Chanel works with Adolescents and adults utilizing various methods of treatment
Personal Statement
With a person centered approach to therapy, you and I work together in a collaborating and guiding relationship to build natural motivation for change and gain self-determination. I believe you are the expert in your own life and will always be the expert, allowing this space to be 100% tailored to you and your needs. I have a passion for working with those that are currently going through life transitions, who have experienced traumas, relationship issues and depression and anxiety. I enjoy incorporating humor, metaphors and quotes when appropriate and relevant to our work together.
Age Ranges
Adolescents and Adults (16-65)
Chris Staebell
Chris Staebell, MA, PsyD
She/her/hers
Education and Experience
Chris obtained her Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychology in 2018 and her Doctorate of Counseling Psychology in 2023 from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. She also has a Bachelor of Art in Vocal Performance and a Master of Art in Opera Performance. She conducted practicum trainings at Bethel University (college counseling), Water's Edge Counseling and Healing (intensive outpatient psychotherapy), University of Minnesota Child and Adolescent Strengths Program (CASP) (adolescent psychosis screening and individual therapy), and Parker Collins Family Mental Health (individual therapy). During her doctorate, Chris worked as an individual therapist at Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) and volunteered as a crisis counselor for the National Suicide Prevention Line and Walk-in Counseling. She completed her doctoral internship at Mental Health Systems (individual and group DBT).
Specialized Training
Chris is a certified Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network therapist. This type of therapy is designed especially for working with people who experience complex trauma and dissociative symptoms. She has received in-depth training in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and is also certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). Chris has extensive experience working with people in crisis, emerging adults, and performing and visual artists.
Areas of Clinical Interest
In addition to specialized trauma therapy services, Chris loves working with adolescents (13-19), emerging adults (18-25), artists, the sober-curious, ex-evangelicals, and people who have experienced religious trauma. She enjoys incorporating mindfulness, art, and play therapy techniques into individual and group therapy.
Practice Areas
Adolescent, adults, individual therapy, AIR Network therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and psychological testing for complex trauma, neuro-dissociative disorders, and dissociative disorders.
Personal Statement
I have the privilege of working with teens and adults that are dealing with general mental health issues as well as psychological trauma. I bring creativity, humor, and deep respect into my work with clients. I see the work of therapy as work to understand and form respectful, kind, and compassionate relationships with all the parts of ourselves. Healing happens as we begin to see all the parts of ourselves as worthy of unconditional love and respect. I love working with people to find their own sense of strength, power, and autonomy in their lives.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association
Age Ranges
Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-64)
Chuecheng Yang
Chuecheng Yang
Education and Experience
Chuecheng is currently a doctoral student at the University of St. Thomas. He's a Psychological Trainee at Parker Collins under the supervision of Dr. Phyllis Solon.
Chuecheng obtained his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (LPC/LPCC) from the University of St. Thomas in 2023. He completed his master’s practicum with Change Inc., serving in their school-based program.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Chuecheng is interested in working with individuals across the lifespan.
Personal Statement
Chuecheng seeks to create a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive space to promote comfort, well-being and healing. Chuecheng takes an integrated approach (through a person-centered lens) to meet the needs of each life stage, as each stage in life brings unique opportunities and challenges.
Age Ranges
Children (6-11), Adolescent (12-18), Young/Emerging Adults (19-25) and Adults (26-65)
Jessica Groff
Jessica Groff, MA, LPCC
She/Her
Education/Experience
Jessica obtained her Master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University in 2006, in Human Development with a specialization in Art Therapy. She completed her practicum experience at Northeast Youth and Family Services adolescent day treatment program. Upon completion of her practicum, Jessica was hired as a program therapist and art therapist for the facility. She provided art therapy, individual and group psychotherapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Jessica then worked with individuals and couples at Aslan Institute, in Eagan MN, providing couples’ therapy, mediation, and individual outpatient care. Jessica spent 1.5 years working for the child and adolescent care advocacy team for a major medical provider. Prior to joining the Parker Collins team, Jessica worked with Headway Emotional Health for 2.5 years, providing school-based outpatient individual and family therapy for children ages 5-12, consultation to school staff, and school-wide training.
Specialized Training
Jessica completed family mediation training with Dr. Irving at Hamline University, and was a Supreme Court Certified Neutral Under Rule 114 (Otherwise called a ‘mediator’), for 5 years. Jessica has shifted away from doing legal court mediation for couples but still applies negotiation practices in her work with couples and families.
Art therapy is a specialization that is able to provide processing of trauma in a way that does not re-traumatize the participant. It can be transformative for both adults and children, as it allows the unconscious parts of our brain, the parts that do not normally have direct expression, to communicate and heal. While art therapy was originally developed to assist physical recovery of skills, it has been found to be highly effective for providing diagnosis and treatment of trauma experiences.
AIR (Adaptive Internal Relational) Network is a trauma-informed model to work with complex trauma and dissociation. This training was developed by experts in this field at Midwest Center for Trauma and Healing. Jessica has completed AIR Network and uses this model in working with clients who have experienced complex trauma and present with dissociative symptoms. Jessica is in a monthly consult group with one of the AIR Network trainers, Dr. Phyllis Solon, and is working towards certification in AIR Network.
Jessica has completed training to be a state board-approved supervisor for LPCC.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Jessica is passionate about therapies that engage all areas of someone’s life experience and worldview, and are nurturing of individual and community strengths. Jessica believes in repairing relationships, increasing non-violent communication, using strategies and practices to repair early attachment disruption for children and families and increasing awareness of ourselves and others. She is interested in creating a genuine connection and using strengths as the basis for growth and conscious evolution.
Practice Areas
Jessica works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
Personal Statement
I believe that every person has their own unique life path, and while life is often challenging, it should also be an enriching experience. It can be very challenging to know where and how we have power in our lives when things are difficult, and so I love helping children, adolescents, parents, caregivers, and friends discover their power. I tend to tailor my intervention strategies to the person or group I am working with, but I always will provide you with consistent, positive support. I always notice and point out my client’s strengths. I use CBT, DBT strategies, art therapy, play therapy, AIR Network, and non-violent communication as the basis for my work with clients.
Professional Affiliations
Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Age Ranges
School Age (6-12), Adolescent (13-19), Adult (20-64)
Joe Yang
Joe Yang, MSW, LADC
Education/Experience
Joe is a doctoral student at the University of St. Thomas, pursuing his counseling psychology degree. His journey in psychology and counseling began with an associate degree in addiction counseling at Minneapolis Community and Technical College in 2011. Building on this foundation, Joe furthered his education and obtained a bachelor’s degree in social work from Metropolitan State University in 2014. He pursued a master’s degree in clinical social work at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, completing the program in 2018. Throughout his academic and professional journey, Joe has been a proactive force for positive change, particularly in assisting families, individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues, and marginalized communities. During his undergraduate internship at Neighborhood House, he played a vital role in assisting families in accessing essential community resources. He has also worked with adult male individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues transitioning from incarceration into the community at Union Gospel Mission. He completed his clinical internship at Wilder Foundation, working with children and adults from marginalized communities. His dedication and commitment would lead him to provide therapy at M Health Fairview, working with individuals struggling with depression and anxiety in an outpatient hospital setting. Joe’s dedication to counseling psychology positions him as a valuable asset in supporting and guiding individuals in need. In the near future, Joe will be obtaining his license as a clinical social worker.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Joe enjoys working with adults from a variety of backgrounds. He has an interest in intergenerational trauma and has experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Joe's empathetic nature and strong communication skills allow him to build trusting relationships with his clients. He is dedicated to helping them navigate their emotions and develop coping strategies to improve their mental well-being.
Practice Areas
Joe works with individual adults.
Personal Statement
I believe in meeting the individual where they are in their journey to healing. My theoretical orientations are person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches. Still, I also believe that "the best style is no style" because different methods may not be effective for other people. Therefore, I strive to remain flexible and adaptable in my therapeutic approach.
Professional Affiliations
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy
Age Ranges
Adults (18+)
Lindsey Merritt
Lindsey Merritt, PsyD
She/Her
Education/Experience
Lindsey earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Psychological Services and her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) degree in Counseling Psychology through Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She completed her master’s practicum working under Vernin Devine, Ph.D., LP, doing in-home therapy for clients struggling with hoarding disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders. She completed her first doctoral practicum at People Incorporated’s Northside Mental Health Clinic working with people with co-occurring disorders. She completed her second doctoral practicum at Parker Collins. She completed her advanced practicum and internship at Natalis Counseling and Psychological Solutions working as a general practitioner as well as working with complex trauma and assessments for non-English speaking refugees. Lindsey offers therapy services and psychological assessment under the supervision of Phyllis Solon, PsyD, LP.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Lindsey enjoys working with people from all walks of life. She particularly enjoys working with individuals who are or healing from trauma and or brain injuries. She has experience working with dissociative disorders, domestic abuse and coercive control, anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, co-occurring mental health and substance abuse difficulties, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and hoarding disorders. She practices from a multiculturally feminist counseling orientation and is an Adaptive Internal Relational Network (AIR Network) therapist who practices from a framework that integrates developmental neurology into the treatment of complex trauma and dissociative disorders.
Practice Areas
AIR Network trained for dissociative disorders; individual therapy; psychological assessment (neuropsychological, cognitive, personality, trauma); feminist therapy; emotion-focused therapy; clinical hypnotherapy; domestic abuse and coercive control.
Personal Statement
I believe that every person has inherent dignity and deserves to be treated with understanding and compassion. My goal is to create a space for people to heal and learn about themselves. I strive to provide a holistic psychological approach that recognizes inner strengths while promoting empowerment.
Professional Affiliations
PSI CHI International Honor Society in Psychology
Association for Women in Psychology
Minnesota Psychological Association
American Psychological Association
Age Ranges
Adult (10 and up)
Matthew Kingsbury
Matthew Kingsbury, PsyD, LP
He/Him
Education
Dr. Matt Kingsbury obtained his doctorate from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington DC campus in August of 2019. He participated in practicum training at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital Pediatric Psychology Program, the Minnesota Center for Psychology (MCP), St. Cloud State University – Counseling and Psychological Services (SCSU-CAPS), and Holland Center. He completed his pre-doctoral internship at Headway Emotional Health Services. He then began working at Reed Psychological Services (RPS) as a post-doctoral fellow before joining the team at Parker Collins to complete his post-doctoral fellowship. Dr. Matt is on track for licensure as a Licensed Psychologist (LP) and is under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD, LP, and Soo Moon, MA, LMFT.
Specialized Training
Dr. Matt has been trained in psychological assessment with specific practicums focused on assessing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). He has also received training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). He recently attended DC: 0-5 training and is working towards receiving DC: 0-5 verification. In addition, he has received training in play therapy.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Dr. Matt especially enjoys working with clients ranging in age from early childhood through young adulthood in both therapeutic and assessment roles. He specializes in evaluating and treating depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, ADHD, ASD, and sleep difficulties.
Practice Areas
Dr. Matt works with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Personal Statement
I typically view clients’ difficulties from a systemic perspective and utilize a person-centered therapeutic approach with clients. With a little help from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I support their development into the person they want to be.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association
Age Ranges
Preschoolers (0 to 5), Children (6-11), Adolescents (12-18), and Young Adults (19-25)
Melodie Illies
Melodie Illies, MS, LMFT
Education/Experience
Melodie obtained her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Cloud State University in 2008. She completed her practicum experience at Catholic Charities providing day treatment services to children and adolescents. After obtaining her Master’s degree, she began providing in-home therapy to children, adolescents and their families through Nystrom and Associates. Melodie transitioned to providing outpatient therapy at Nystrom and Associates, which included providing family therapy as well as individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. After a few years, Melodie moved to facilitating both group and individual DBT therapy to adolescents, and adults. After a few years of providing DBT services, Melodie expanded her training and began providing DBT combined with trauma-based therapies. Melodie conducted both group and individual DBT sessions though a trauma-focused lens by implementing AIR Network.
Specialized Training
Melodie completed basic individual DBT skills training which was later followed up with completion in the Foundational DBT skills training and DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy through Behavioral Tech: A Linehan Institute Training Company in 2016.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is effective in helping individuals who struggle with emotional and behavioral dysregulation that can often lead to ineffective and often life-threatening coping behaviors. DBT teaches individuals effective skills to manage the dialectics between acceptance and change. DBT helps people to develop mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effective skills, and distress tolerance. Once individuals learn skills to decrease their emotional suffering, they are then able to work toward building a life worth living.
Melodie is trained in the Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network model of treatment. The AIR network model is a trauma-informed approach effective in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociation. Melodie is a certificated AIR Network provider, and is in a consult group on a monthly basis with one of the AIR Network trainers, Dr. Phyllis Solon.
Melodie has completed training, and is approved to be a state board-approved supervisor for LMFT’s and LPCC’s.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Melodie has a specialized interest in working with adolescent and adult survivors of trauma. Melodie is always in awe of the resilience and strength individuals bring to therapy. Melodie enjoys helping clients to gain an awareness and understanding of themselves, and their own values. Melodie hopes that therapy provides space for clients, so they can show up and be seen in their own lives.
Practice Areas
Melodie works with adolescents, adults, individuals, and families.
Personal Statement
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specialization in working with teenagers, families and adults. I have a background in utilizing a mixture of approaches in therapy ranging from DBT, Air Network and creative interventions. I blend a skills-based approach with client-centered therapy. I take a collaborative approach to treatment planning. I value brining humor into therapy when it is appropriate. I believe in the validity of everyone’s story, and that client’s are the expert of their life. I value building a therapeutic relationship that allows clients to be vulnerable and experience safety. I believe it is okay not to be okay.
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Age Ranges
Adolescent (12-18), Adult (18-64+)
Mona Abuhussein
Mona Abuhussein, Clinical Trainee
She/Her
Education/Experience
Mona is currently an intern and a master's student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at St. Cloud State University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in pharmacy and gained extensive experience in various areas of community pharmacy and health insurance. Transitioning into counseling, Mona's passion for mental health led her to embark on this new journey. Drawing from twelve years of professional experience, she has honed skills in communication, conflict resolution, and fostering positive relationships.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Mona specializes in providing support for individuals navigating strong emotions, and life issues, and seeking positive life changes. With a focus on cultural sensitivity, she offers a non-judgmental and empathetic approach, particularly valuing her work with marginalized populations. Mona also works with children, adolescents, and individuals, fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment. She has a keen interest in helping individuals cope with grief and loss, particularly related to chronic illnesses like diabetes. Additionally, Mona is experienced in addressing trauma-related issues, guiding clients through healing processes, and building resilience.
Practice Areas
Mona offers individual counseling sessions for clients, incorporating a person-centered and solution-focused approach. Fluent in both English and Arabic, Mona ensures accessibility for diverse clients, with Arabic being her native language.
Personal Statement
In therapy, I prioritize creating a safe and empowering space for clients to explore their emotions and goals. My approach is rooted in acceptance, authenticity, and warmth, fostering self-awareness and empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges independently.
Professional Affiliations
Mona is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA).
Age Ranges
Adults (18+)
Nandini Schneider
Nandini Schneider, MA
She/Her/Hers
Education
Nandini obtained her Master of Arts from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota in 2024. She completed her clinical practicum at Edges Wellness Center in Minneapolis, where she provided individual and relational therapy to queer, trans, BIPOC, disabled, and immigrant clients. Nandini has previous experience providing services at Lifetrack’s (now merged with Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota) therapeutic preschool for toddlers who have experienced trauma and People Incorporated at their IRTS program for adult woman experiencing SPMI, substance use concerns, and homelessness. In addition, she has over 4 years of experience at The Emily Program, as an eating disorder technician working with adolescents, young adults, and their families. Nandini is on track for licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is under the supervision of Soo Moon, MA, LMFT.
Specialized Training
Nandini is a level 1 Brainspotting Practitioner and Prepare and Enrich Facilitator.
Brainspotting is a body based trauma therapy that identifies a spot within the client's field of vision to help process traumatic experiences. Brainspotting can be beneficial to clients who do not feel comfortable or ready to discuss their experiences or have found talk therapy unhelpful. In addition to processing traumatic events, Brainspotting can be utilized to help process feelings of “stuckness.”
Prepare and Enrich is an assessment used for couples at any stage of their relationship to deepen their understanding of one another and strengthen their relationships. Prepare and Enrich is a Minnesota state approved form of pre-marital counseling, for couples looking to receive a discount on their marriage license.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Nandini works with children, adolescents, and adults. She enjoys working with those navigating trauma, gender, sexuality, sex, infidelity, life transitions, ambiguous loss, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and school related concerns. In addition, Nandini is passionate about working with those with eating disorders, disordered eating, and eating and body related concerns taking a weight-inclusive, Anti-Diet, and HAES treatment approach. She welcomes clients from marginalized and oppressed communities (such as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and Immigrant clients) and is affirming to those in the polyamorous/ethical non-monogamy community and those who are curious about opening their relationship.
Practice Areas
Nandini works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, families, and other relational systems.
Personal Statement
I aim to create a therapy space that feels safe, affirming, and grounding. My approach is trauma informed, systemic, collaborative, and non pathologizing. I draw from multiple theoretical orientations, most often utilizing narrative, Bowenian, and somatic/mindfulness based frameworks. My practice is informed by my identity as a cis gendered, Asian American, transracial international adoptee and my values in intersectional feminism and anti-capitalism. In our work together, I hope to nurture your curiosity and compassion, to help you unburden the stories that do not serve you, and to support you in connecting with your values and sense of self.
Age Ranges
Children (6-11), Adolescents (12-18), Young/Emerging Adults (19-25), and Adults (26-45)
Phyllis Solon
Phyllis Solon
(Provides supervision ONLY. Not seeing clients)
Education & Training
Phyllis C. Solon, PsyD, LP is a clinician, consultant and trainer in South Minneapolis and was instrumental in developing the multicultural doctoral training program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Phyllis has worked to understand neurodiverse people and train clinicians, families and educators since 1995 and has designed and taught multiple courses in the U.S. and abroad since 1998. She is also the co-developer of the AIR Network Model of understanding and working with people with complex PTSD and dissociative experiences and has helped train over 450 clinicians worldwide in the model since 2015.
Background
Phyllis grew up in an Irish and Polish, Catholic family on the Southside of Chicago in a large extended family. Grandparents on both sides were from the “old country” and came to Chicago in the early 1900’s. Phyllis has been conscious of racism and sexism since the 70’s and has been on a journey of dismantling both, internally and in external systems, since then. Professionally, Phyllis has trained and consulted in mental health, education and religious organizations on a range of topics concerning culture, diversity, inclusion, privilege and intersectionality since the mid 1990’s and has taught courses on multiculturalism in counseling and supervision to doctoral students for the last 25 years.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Areas of clinical competency and specialization include work with clients with a history of profound trauma and dissociation, families who have adopted trans-racially and/or trans-nationally, neurodiversity and autism spectrum conditions and all the overlapping spaces amongst them. She has worked as a therapist, supervisor, and clinical director in a variety of multidisciplinary and multicultural clinical settings serving the needs of children, adolescents, and families. Well versed in the neurology of attunement, attachment, development and trauma and the use of interpersonal neurobiology in providing therapy across the life span, she has conducted individual, couples, family and group therapy with children, adolescents, and adults. In addition, she provides clinical consultation on trauma, multiculturalism, autism and many other topics to professionals and organizations and has designed and taught a wide variety of psychology courses both in the United States and abroad.
Personal Statement
Phyllis sees teaching and learning as taking place within the context of relationships and believes that the highest good is to love, honor and protect others, particularly children and those who cannot protect themselves. She understands therapy as the practice of deep listening for each person’s dignity to clear a space so that they can free themselves from all the bindings that have been placed upon them. She has learned over a long period of time that there is no such thing as self-sufficiency: we are all intensely and intrinsically interdependent. She teaches and practices from the perspective that every interaction has the potential to hurt or to heal and tries to fall as much on the healing side as possible.
Dr. Solon works as a clinical supervisor at Parker Collins and does not keep an individual caseload at this time.
Soo Moon
Soo Moon, MA, LMFT
She/Her/Hers
Education/Experience
Soo obtained her Masters degree from Argosy University in 2009. She completed her practicum experience at Relationships, LLC where she provided therapy and conducted parenting assessments. Soo worked at Northeast (formerly Northwest) Youth and Family Services providing day treatment services to adolescents, as well as outpatient services to individuals, couples, and families.
Specialized Training
Soo provides clinical services at our Maple Grove clinic. She completed EMDR Level II training, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is a powerful and research-backed form of training for psychological trauma. Individuals who have experienced abuse, war, violence, bullying, and more and experience symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, and others may benefit from EMDR treatment.
Soo also provides Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to treat trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, phobias, panic attacks, and obsessive/compulsive behaviors. ART is a manualized protocol that includes bilateral eye movements while targeting specific scenes. It is evidence-based and has been shown to provide fast results.
Soo also completed Basic and Advanced level training through the University of Minnesota's continuing education for Clinical Hypnosis. Hypnosis has been proven to be an effective method to treat symptoms of trauma such as difficulty with sleep, negative beliefs about self, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, migraine headaches, etc.
Soo has completed level 1 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and uses Gottman Method Couples Therapy in her work. Gottman Method has been backed by 30 years of research and is an effective method in addressing problems in relationships.
AIR (Adaptive Internal Relational) Network is a trauma-informed model to work with complex trauma and dissociation. This training was developed by experts in this field at Midwest Center for Trauma and Healing. Soo has completed AIR Network and 20 hours of consultation to be certified in AIR Network. Soo uses this model in working with clients who have experienced complex trauma and present with dissociative symptoms.
Soo has completed training to be a state board-approved supervisor for LMFT. She provides supervision to postgraduates and interns.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Believing that relationships help heal, Soo also enjoys helping clients to improve relationships through individual, couples, and family therapy. Trauma-informed and how it impacts individuals and families have also been a big focus in Soo's work with clients.
Practice Areas
Soo works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families utilizing various methods of treatment.
Personal Statement
I’m a cisgender Korean American woman who uses she/her pronouns. I immigrated to the US as a child with my family. I have a passion for working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA folks, exploring the intersectionality of privileges, adaptability with code-switching, and validating experiences of oppression. I affirm polyamorous and nontraditional relationships. I work with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with emotional distress. This might involve symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief/loss. I have a lot of compassion for women who are experiencing fertility struggles as well as those who have experienced traumatic labor. I am trained in EMDR, Advanced training completed in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Hypnosis, Gottman lvl 1, as well as AIR Network, certified. I tailor my interventions to the needs of my clients. Most importantly, I believe in developing a trusting, transparent, and honest relationship with my clients. I care about my clients and my goal is to help them live their lives with dignity and without suffering. My approach is to be direct while being respectful.
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Age Ranges
Adult (20-65)
Trevor LeCocq
Trevor Lecocq, MA, LPCC
Education/Experience
Trevor completed a Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology at The University of Wisconsin – Madison in 2012. He has worked with adolescents and families in residential and community mental health settings for 10 years.
Specialized Training
Trevor is Certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a narrative approach to processing traumatic events and reducing symptoms of emotional dysregulation and the re-experiencing of trauma events.
Trevor is trained in the use of Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC) Treatment for children and adolescents. ARC treatment uses skill building, mindfulness and self-awareness to build capacity for emotional regulation and improving relationships with caregivers and other attachment figures. ARC was developed to work with clients who have experience early or prolonged trauma, especially in the family setting.
Trevor is trained in Life Space Crisis Intervention™ (LSCI) and specializes in responding to crisis and facilitating resolution and growth following incidents involving aggression or destructive behavior. LSCI provides a framework for understanding underlying motivation for challenging behaviors.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Trevor is interested in the impact of early trauma on the development of emotional regulation in children and adolescents and the resulting ability to form supportive relationships. He enjoys working with families to facilitate healthy communication.
Trevor is an advocate and educator for LGBTQIA+ youth. He works to create a safe and supportive environment for youth and families to process emotions and learn.
Practice Areas
Trevor works with adolescents, adults, and families.
Personal Statement
I utilize a strengths-based approach to therapy exploring what an individual or family does exceptionally well and the challenges that they have overcome to get to where they are. I believe that mental health symptoms represent skills that were developed to survive in situations that may no longer be present in a person’s life. As a therapist, I seek to create a collaborative nonjudgmental environment where an individual’s survival strategies can be explored and honored. I believe this is an important step in developing new skills and utilizing our strengths to improve the quality of our lives. Making the choice to seek and accept help is an act of courage that should be honored in the therapeutic relationship.
Age Ranges
Adolescents (13-19), Adults (20-65)
Yeni Oyederu
Yeni Oyederu, MA
Education/Experience
Yeni obtained her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from St. Cloud State University in 2011. She has spent over 9 years providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families in outpatient, home, and school settings. Yeni worked with Minnesota Autism Center for several years providing ABA therapy/skills to families with children on the spectrum.
Yeni is on track for licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and is under the supervision of Jeffery Hills, PsyD, LP, and Soo Moon, MA LMFT.
Area of Clinical Interest
Yeni enjoys providing services to children and adolescents from different backgrounds and ethnicities. She has experience connecting with her younger clients through play therapy. Yeni is good at working with individuals who are struggling with behavioral and co-occurring mental health issues.
Practice Areas
Yeni works with children, adolescents, individuals, and families.
Personal Statement
I meet my clients and their families where they are at both mentally and emotionally and allow them to grow so they can get to where they need or want to be. My number one priority is to make sure I create a welcoming, honest, safe, judgment-free zone for them. I celebrate every little success/improvement/progress made by my clients with them and every setback is also acknowledged and reevaluated. I have strong powers of empathy and understanding.
Professional Affiliations
America Counseling Association (ACA)
Age Ranges
Young Adult (18-25)
Staff
Amanda Jacobchick
Amanda Jacobchick
Mandi is the Administrative Supervisor at our Maple Grove location. She manages scheduling and insurance eligibility and provides administrative support to our clinicians and clients. Mandi has over 15 years of experience in office administration, primarily in the medical field. When she is not working, she spends most of her time with her two children and her mini labradoodle. Her family has a lake cabin that they spend as much time at as possible and when there, she enjoys paddle boarding, kayaking, going out on the pontoon, bonfires, and spending time with friends and family. She also enjoys kickboxing and going to the range for target practice.
Betsy Vincent
Betsy Vincent
She/Her
Betsy is a Claims and Billing Specialist with over 14 years experience in clinical and hospital billing, and 20 years in customer service. She will be assisting patients and staff with any inquiries they may have with billing or claims.
Outside of work, she loves to be outdoors in the garden, or up at the cabin fishing, swimming, or biking; especially with her family; which includes the Grandpuppy! In the winter, she likes doing jigsaw puzzles and scrapbooking.
Fremont Ng
Fremont Ng
Fremont is the Application Integration & Support Specialist at our Maple Grove location. He performs various IT related tasks to help maintain our offices. He provides support to all our staff. Fremont has a bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota and a associate's degree from Inver Hills Community College. When he is not working, he is spending time with his kids and family. He loves snowboarding, anime, and watching movies.
Kayli Johnson
Kayli Johnson
Kayli is one of our office administrators at our Maple Grove office. She performs a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to help our clinic run efficiently while simultaneously providing support to clinicians and clients. Outside of work she enjoys cooking, yoga, and reading books.