Therapists & Staff
Therapists
Jeffrey Hill
Education
Dr. Hill obtained his doctorate from Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in 2010. He conducted practicum trainings at Argosy Counseling Service, Central Psychological Services, and Guadalupe Alternative Program (GAP, an alternative high school setting in West St. Paul). He then conducted his internship and postdoctoral training at African American Family Services. Since then, Dr. Hill engaged in extensive trainings in the areas of complex trauma assessment and treatment.
Specialized Training
Dr. Hill completed EMDR Level II training, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is a powerful and research backed form of therapy for non-complex psychological trauma. Individuals who have experienced abuse, war, violence, bullying, or experience symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, and other trauma related disorders may benefit from EMDR treatment. Dr. Hill is a certified clinician for the Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network model of treatment, which has been designed for complex trauma, complex PTSD, and neuro-dissociative symptoms. Dr. Hill also has extensive experience and training for working with African American clients and has been recognized as an effective culturally mindful clinician.
Areas of Clinical Interest
In addition to specialized trauma informed therapy services, over half of Dr. Hill's work is focused on adolescents. He works a lot with men and boys, practicing what he calls "Dude Therapy" in which he uses a male focused approach, helping to make therapy relevant for men (and boys). Dude therapy engages the development of relational competence, learning to recognize and manage male privilege while developing insight, mutuality in relationships, and improved emotional regulation. He also specializes in play therapy services for school aged kids. When working with children and adolescents, Dr. Hill often involves family members in the therapy process. He is trained and practices approaches for working with clients who have chemical dependency issues in addition to other mental health disorders.
Practice Areas
Child, Adolescent, Individual, Couples, Family, Parenting Support, EMDR, AIR Network, Clinical Supervision, CBT, Interpersonal Therapy, Chemical Dependency recovery and support, Psychological testing for complex trauma and neuro-dissociative disorders, dissociative disorders, ADHD Assessment.
Personal Statement
I work with general psychological issues and my main focus areas include working with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with depression, anger and psychological trauma. In particular, I work a great deal with men and adolescent boys struggling with anger, addiction, and relationship challenges. I have dedicated my work to helping individuals recover and reach their full potential in a caring and effective manner (evidenced based). I work very hard to be respectful and I’m also quite willing to “call out the pink elephant in the room” in a manner that clients sometimes need. I am known to use humor as a means to regulate high levels of emotionality.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association
Age Ranges
School Age (6-12), Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-65)
Soo Moon
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 evidenced based and has been shown to provide fast results.
Soo also completed Basic and Advanced level training through 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 use 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 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 state board approved supervisor for LMFT. She provides supervision to post graduates 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 family utilizing various methods of treatment.
Personal Statement
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 am trained in EMDR, Hypnosis, and AIR Network. I tailor my interventions to needs of my clients. Most importantly, I believe in developing trusting, transparent, and honest relationship with my clients. The relationship you have with your therapist accounts for 40% what helps you to heal. If I am not the right fit for you, I am happy to help you find someone who will be. I care about my clients and my goal is to help them live their lives with dignity and without suffering. I take a direct but gentle approach in working with my clients.
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Age Ranges
School Age (5-12), Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-65)
Vadnais Heights Team
Jessica Groff
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 trainings.
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 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 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 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 world view, 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 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)
Aubree Elmquist
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 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.
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. She utilizes play therapy techniques and believes in children expressing themselves through the power of play. 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.
Practice Areas
Aubree works with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families.
Personal Statement
I work towards creating a space for clients where they feel safe to explore current or past issues they are struggling with. I believe in working with the client to foster an environment where both exploration and healing can take place. I practice from an empathetic stance but will also challenge at times to promote growth.
Professional Affiliations
Minnesota Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Member
Age Ranges:
School Age (6-12), Adolescent (13-17), Adult (18-64)
Reide Bibeau-Peper
Education
Reide obtained Bachelors of Science degree in Vocational Rehabilitation and a concentration in counseling from the University of Wisconsin Stout in 2015. She completed her practicums at sober living facilities and spend time working with individuals who have alternative developmental and physical abilities, individuals transitioning out of jail, and providing education around domestic violence. She obtained her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Stout in 2017. She completed her practicum at Valhalla Place Treatment Center where she provided chemical dependency and mental health treatment to adults struggling with substance use. She has been working at Parker Collins since 2019.
Specialized Training
Reide has been trained in EMDR levels 1 and 2 as well as Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network, modalities that have been proven to be useful for healing past trauma, resourcing, and dealing with current life stressors. She has completed trainings in Tobacco Treatment Specialist, Mindfulness, and Medicated Assisted Treatment.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Reide works with individuals who experience complex trauma and dissociation, she enjoys helping people move their trauma by helping them find relief from pain that they've experienced. She also works with clients who experience anxiety, depression, addiction, racial/socio-cultural trauma, childhood trauma, legal stress, incarceration, suicide ideation, self-harm, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She believes that each of us has the capacity for healing, empowerment, and growth.
Practice Areas
Reide works with adolescents and adults in individual therapy.
Personal Statement
I believe that all people are inherently good and have the ability to reach their needs and goals. I am passionate about working with individuals on an adaptable basis to meet every client where they are most comfortable in an empathetic way. I work from a mindfulness, anti-oppressive, experiential, health at every size, and radical self-acceptance lens. I have a gentle approach that is emphasized in person centered theory, CBT, AIR network, and narrative therapy. I believe working in a collaborative approach facilitating a space that feels safe to explore past and present concerns.
Professional Affiliations
Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Age Ranges:
Adolescents (ages 12+) and Adults
Lindsey Merritt
Education/Experience
Lindsey earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Psychological Services through Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Psychology degree in Counseling Psychology. She completed her master’s practicum working under Vernin Devine, PhD, 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 will be completing an advanced practicum at Natalis Counseling and Psychological Solutions working, splitting her time between being a therapist in a high school and working with refugees, immigrants, and people with sexual concerns. Lindsey offers therapy services and psychological assessment under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, 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, 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; dual diagnosis and chemical dependency recovery.
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 heal and learn about themselves. I strive to provide a holistic psychological approach that treats the whole person and 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)
Charles Hohl
Education/Experience
Chuck obtained his Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, NM. He completed his practicum and internship through the Southwestern Counseling Center working with children, adults, and couples. Upon completion of his internship, Chuck worked at the Santa Fe Recovery Center, a residential and outpatient program for individuals and families struggling with substance use issues. Chuck was also a primary therapist for the Life Healing Center, a residential facility for individuals recovering from trauma and addiction. For the last two years, Chuck has worked with individuals, families and couples through a small agency, Evolution Services, and private practice in Missoula, MT. Chuck is a candidate for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) for Minnesota, and will be under the supervision of Dr. Jeffery Hill PsyD, LP.
Specialized Training
Chuck is a registered art therapist and finds that art is the perfect vehicle for exploring ourselves on a deeper level. Even if you don’t consider yourself an artist, the creative process can still yield insights and healing.
Areas of clinical interest
Chuck enjoys working with adolescents and adults from diverse and unique backgrounds. He has extensive experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. He uses a combination of approaches and modalities depending on the needs of the client. Chuck utilizes a relational approach to therapy and believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the most important element of healing trauma in a therapeutic setting.
Practice areas
Chuck works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Personal Statement
How we interact with ourselves and others is result of our own early childhood experiences, traumas, and attachment. As we get older we hold onto these psychological foundations and patterns. These often drive maladaptive behaviors, relationship distress, anxiety, and overall dissatisfaction. My goal is to first help you understand these patterns and then to help you incorporate these past experiences within your current self. Through this process you will gain insight, acceptance, and a more genuine and fulfilling life. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, and, at times, playful environment for the client.
Professional Affiliations
American Counseling Association
American Art Therapy Association
Age Range
Children (6-12) Adolescents (13-17) Adults (18-65)
Brittany Van Buskirk
Education
Britt obtained her Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota in 2018. Previously, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. She has also spent three years working for People Incorporated Mental Health Services in a residential setting for individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). Britt is currently working toward her PsyD at St. Mary’s and is under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD, LP, and Phyllis Solon, PsyD, LP.
Specialized Training
Britt completed a Masters-level practicum at CareProfiler in St. Paul, Minnesota where she performed leadership assessments and assisted in creating professional development plans for individuals working for senior care organizations. She completed a doctoral-level practicum at St. Olaf College Counseling Center in Northfield, Minnesota where she worked with college students between the ages of 18 and 21. Britt has over six years of experience working in the sexual health field empowering adolescents and young adults to develop healthy relationships with their bodies and sexuality.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Britt especially enjoys working with young adults and professionals, including individuals and organizations on issues surrounding the workplace. She also enjoys discussing topics related to sexuality and sexual health, as she views it as an important facet of a person’s overall wellbeing.
Practice Areas
Britt works with adolescents and adults.
Personal Statement
My first goal in therapy is to create a safe, secure, and nonjudgmental environment. From there, we may work together to understand your current position in life and work toward a more fulfilled present and future. I am trained under a feminist-multicultural lens and take this attitude to heart, focusing on the unique experiences and intersecting identities of each individual. Wellness is a journey and together, we can build a restorative relationship to help you on your way.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association
Age Ranges
Adolescents (13-17) and Adults (18+)
Michael Stout
Education/Experience
Michael completed his Master of Arts degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology through Ball State University and is currently pursuing his Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology through Augsburg University. Michael completed his master’s internship at the IMG Academy, working under Dr. Angus Mugford, PhD, doing mental performance and mental toughness training for athletes ranging from children to adults. Upon completion of his master’s internship, Michael worked for the Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness (CSF2) program, providing performance psychology and resilience consultation to active-duty Army soldiers and their families. Upon returning to school to pursue his doctorate, Michael completed his first practicum at Gary Fischler and Associates, PA, providing psychological assessment for individuals applying for social security benefits and individuals seeking to improve career opportunities through vocational rehabilitation. Michael completed his second doctoral practicum at the Union Gospel Mission, working with men with co-occurring chemical dependency and psychological disorders. Michael offers therapy services and psychological assessments under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD, LP.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Michael enjoys working with adolescents and adults from diverse and unique backgrounds. He particularly enjoys working with individuals who are healing from trauma, traumatic brain injuries, or working through performance anxieties. Michael has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, co-occurring mental health and chemical dependency difficulties, and traumatic brain injuries.
Practice Areas
Michael works with adolescents and adults, providing therapy services and psychological assessments.
Personal Statement
I believe in helping people, regardless of background, conquer their world through harnessing life’s adversities and challenges to enhance well-being, mental toughness, and mental agility, while promoting healing and posttraumatic growth. I believe in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship where challenge, exploration, and healing can take place.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association (Student)
Minnesota Psychological Association (Student)
Association for Applied Sport Psychology
Age Ranges
Adolescents and Adults (ages 12+)
Maple Grove Team
Soo Moon
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 evidenced based and has been shown to provide fast results.
Soo also completed Basic and Advanced level training through 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 use 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 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 state board approved supervisor for LMFT. She provides supervision to post graduates 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 family utilizing various methods of treatment.
Personal Statement
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 am trained in EMDR, Hypnosis, and AIR Network. I tailor my interventions to needs of my clients. Most importantly, I believe in developing trusting, transparent, and honest relationship with my clients. The relationship you have with your therapist accounts for 40% what helps you to heal. If I am not the right fit for you, I am happy to help you find someone who will be. I care about my clients and my goal is to help them live their lives with dignity and without suffering. I take a direct but gentle approach in working with my clients.
Professional Affiliations
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Age Ranges
School Age (5-12), Adolescent (13-19), and Adult (20-65)
Matthew Kingsbury
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 trainings 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)
David Swirnoff
Education
David obtained his Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Psychological Services from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota in January 2019. David completed his practicum at CareProfiler, working with a wide range of populations and settings, including Catholic Charities Higher Ground long-term residential homeless shelter in downtown Saint Paul, working with substance abuse issues, complex trauma, and the long-term effects of chronic homelessness; The Friendship Home Community in Roseville, working with geriatric residents under hospice and memory care; and providing individual therapy at CareProfiler, working with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to grief and life transitions. David is on track for licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and is under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD, LP and Soo Moon, MA LMFT.
Specialized Training
David completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies that combined Psychology with Buddhism/Mindfulness from Marylhurst University in Portland, Oregon in 2016. From 2013-2019 David worked with the Face It Foundation, a non-profit organization offering free support and psychological services to men with depression, leading groups and conducting seminars on men and relationships. David completed AIR Network training to work with complex developmental trauma in the spring of 2020.
Areas of Clinical Interest
David enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life. He work with individual and couples, and though he believe that is important to match the type of therapy to the particular needs of the individual or the circumstances they find themselves in, he has a particular interest in narrative forms of therapy. David believes that though we often can’t always control the events that happen to us or the circumstances we find ourselves in, one of our greatest strengths and freedoms is having the power to decide what story we tell about them. Narrative therapy makes a collaborative effort between therapist and client to change script that might be prohibiting us from living healthier, more fulfilling lives. As evolving human beings, our story is fluid and ever-changing. When we learn to see our lives not as a fixed or permanent storyline, but as a broad spectrum of experiences, none any more indicative of our true natures or true selves than any other one, instead of feeling limited or restricted or somehow fated or doomed by our stories, we find ourselves more resilient in times of crisis and hardship, more open and available to whatever comes next.
Practice Areas
David works with adolescents, individuals, & couples.
Personal Statement
I believe all of us are doing the best we can with the resources we have and the circumstances we find ourselves in, and that sometimes, when life leaves us feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed, it becomes necessary to reach outside of ourselves and ask for help. My goal is to give people a safe space to be listened to and heard, to tell their story, and for us to work together toward constructing a future that feels hopeful and inspiring. In my view, we are much more than a simple diagnosis, much more than the sum of our pain and struggle, much more than any statistic or stereotype can ever capture or describe. When you walk into my office I promise to see you as a highly complex, impossibly irreducible, fully unique person, and I will treat you with the respect and dignity we are all deserving of.
Professional Affiliations
Minnesota Counseling Association, American Counseling Association
Age Ranges:
Adolescent (15-17), Adult (18-64)
Yeni Oyederu
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:
Children (5-12)
Adolescents (13-17)
Young adults (18-25)
Joel Bartlett
Education
Joel is currently training for his Doctor of Counseling Psychology degree at Saint Mary’s University, Twin Cities, and expects to complete his degree in 2023. He expects to be conferred his master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Saint Mary’s University in Fall, 2020. Joel completed his master’s practicum at Rogers Behavioral Health, where he observed manualized CBT therapies for anxiety disorder/OCD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and adolescent eating disorder units; his training was focused on Behavioral Activation therapy for adults with severe mood disorder. Most recently, Joel completed practicum training at the University of Minnesota Student Counseling Services. There, he provided individual therapy and crisis intervention to students for a variety of mental health concerns including stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicide. He also helped students reflect on their personal values, increase general wellbeing, and explore vocational interests. Joel worked with diverse students from many ethnicities and nationalities, such as Latinx, Ethiopian, Chinese, Korean, South African, and Hmong, and identities such as GLBTQ+. Joel offers therapy services and psychological assessment under the supervision of Jeffrey Hill, PsyD., LP and Phyllis Solon, PsyD., LP.
Specialized Training
Joel completed a certification in crisis intervention and suicide prevention with Crises Connection Canvas Health. He obtained Level 1 certification in the Therapeutic Assessment model from the Therapeutic Assessment Institute. Recently, he completed certifications in telehealth delivery. He intends to complete training in the Adaptive Internal Relational Network model in 2020.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Joel enjoys working with emerging adults (18-25) and adults. His areas of clinical interest include gender/sexuality, relationships, identity development, anxiety, depression, trauma, and work-related issues. Additionally, he has interest in collaborative and therapeutic assessment and culturally competent assessment practices.
Practice Areas
Joel is open to working with many age ranges and backgrounds. To date he has enjoyed working with emerging and young adults, and adults.
Personal Statement
I strive to understand my clients from the perspective of their cultural and developmental experiences. I approach therapy as a collaborative endeavor. A genuine, therapeutic relationship is central to my work with clients. My goals in therapy are to help the client explore themselves with a sense of freedom and possibility, and more deeply understand their emotions, beliefs, relationships, and identity. I believe a shared understanding of the meaning of the themes and patterns of clients’ inner lives and lived experiences can help to advance their wellbeing.
Professional Affiliations
American Psychological Association, Minnesota Psychological Association, Society for Counseling Psychology, Society for Personality Assessment.
Age Ranges
Adolescents (16-17)
Emerging and Young Adults (18-28)
Adults (18-64)
Staff
Amanda Westpfahl
Amanda is the office manager at Parker Collins, she works primarily at our Vadnais Heights office and manages our back office for both locations. She coordinates incoming referrals for therapy and assessment, facilitates our close relationships with local primary care offices and counseling facilities, and works closely with clients needing special support and services.
Amanda has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Saint Catherine University and is currently pursuing her master's degree in counseling and psychological services at Saint Mary's University. Amanda holds a second degree black belt in Taekwondo and a green belt in Muay Thai, she also enjoys practicing yoga and going on hikes with her puppies.
Kelsey Jopp
Kelsey is the office administrator in our Maple Grove location. She manages scheduling and insurance eligibility and provides administrative support to our clinicians and clients. She has a bachelor's degree in English and business from the University of Minnesota, Morris, and she is currently pursuing her master's in clinical mental health counseling at Bethel University. When she's not studying, she enjoys practicing yoga, writing children's books, and playing endless fetch with her sheltie, Teddy.
Alexander Rutz
Alexander is our Lead Technology and Billing Specialist. He works with our technical and billing systems to support our clinicians and staff, so that they can provide a comprehensive and high level of care. He has an associates degree from Saint Paul College and is currently pursuing his Bachelors at Metropolitan State University. In his free time he enjoys listening to podcasts, tinkering with computers, trying new foods, riding motorcycles in the summer, snowboarding in the winter, and reading. He also enjoys puns and dry humor, much to the dismay of his colleagues.
Lisa Jordan
Lisa Jordan is our Billing Specialist at our Maple Grove location. She graduated from Rasmussen College with an Associates in Health Information. Lisa brings with her the knowledge and know-how to smoothly maintain the billing process. When Lisa is not in the office she enjoys spending time with family and watching horror movies.