Maggie Wangen
It is my greatest honor to build genuine connections with clients while witnessing them grow right out of therapy! I’m a bit of an odd duck - energetic, sincere and known to enjoy a good laugh in session.
I am also a creative soul who is passionate about supporting clients' artistic expression to reach goals more efficiently and increase overall long-term wellbeing.
To amplify the impacts of traditional therapy methods (primarily CBT), I enjoy helping clients blend their unique talents, interests and spirituality into our work together. The types of spiritual beliefs/practices I'm most familiar with include Mysticism, Nonduality and Christianity. Going through or been through a spiritual (re)awakening? I've got you!! I am also passionate about supporting clients' creativity to reach goals more efficiently and increase overall long-term wellbeing. *Side note: I do not offer testing for ADHD, autism, or bipolar disorders.
First session
You'll be asked to share what brings you to therapy, the details of your current life circumstances and what you'd like to accomplish through therapy. If you'd like to integrate your spirituality and /or artistic expression into therapy, we’ll use part of the first session to discuss how we can go about doing that. If you’re using health insurance, our first session will be dedicated to gathering more detailed information for the diagnostic assessment and treatment plan (as required by your insurance company). Every appointment should support growth and help cultivate joy in a welcoming atmosphere!
Strengths
My approach to therapy fosters light and love, for a sense of safety when clients are ready to examine the darker parts of themselves, their current struggles and their past experiences. I am able to maintain upbeat energy in my work, with feelings of authentic care, compassion and empathy. I give no reason to doubt my sincerity when I share positive feedback/observations. And, especially when I see your mistakes and "cringey" moments, my clients know I see the ever-present goodness in them. Additionally, I am joyful in bringing a creative nature and open mind into sessions for clients who want to use their spiritualty and/or artistry in therapy work.
Ideal clients
My definition of an "ideal client" is a person who actively seeks a better understanding of themselves and others; those who are ready to do the inner work with curiosity, authenticity and humility; those hoping to experience internal change be reflected in their external world; willing to lean into compassionate self-accountability. These "ideal clients" seem to be more likely to reach their goals with open mind and heart.
Treatment methods
Attachment-based
The ways we navigate the world, how we relate to others and ourselves, are influenced by earlier life experiences with important caregiving figures. We can see positive changes in our lives when, at a pace that feels safe, we recognize our inner child parts with curiosity to address their past experiences, feelings and needs. Healing those old wounds, no matter how "minor" or much time has passed, is necessary for us to reach full potential in adulthood.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I help clients create positive change for themselves, feel more equipped to face challenges, and experience less frequent and/or intense distress. We can examine patterns in thought and behavior, then determine where you'd like to begin experimenting with slightly different choices. We can assess the impacts on how you feel about yourself and your life.
Eclectic
Throughout my career, I have utilized a variety of therapeutic strategies for an approach that is tailored to fit each client situation and preferences.
Integrative
I prefer to address mental health through a wide-angle perspective (wellness in all areas of personhood to achieve therapy goals). My clients often enjoy blending traditional psychotherapy methods with strategies that leverage more of their unique interests, natural abilities, passions and spirituality.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Other specialties
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Life Transitions
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Individual Therapy
Doesn't specialize in
Autism
Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
Couples Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Domestic Violence
Eating Disorders
Family Therapy
Family Therapy
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Gambling Addiction
Medication Management
Military/Veterans
Sex Addiction
Sex Therapy
Licensed in
MinnesotaLicense 20937