EMDR Therapists in Minnesota

EMDR Therapy is a powerful, evidence-based approach specifically designed to help individuals process and heal from trauma, anxiety, and distressing memories. By using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation, EMDR enables clients to reprocess traumatic experiences and reduce their emotional impact. With 23 EMDR-trained therapists in Minnesota, individuals can access specialized trauma support that facilitates deep healing. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is accepting new clients, providing timely access to this highly effective trauma therapy.

Availability updated: 4/10/2026

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Eating Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
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With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders and trauma. I use evidence-based approaches that help clients identify changes they would like to make to their actions or thought process. When addressing trauma, we review traumatic memories and reduce their emotional intensity, specifically EMDR and Trauma focused CBT. Together, we work at a pace that feels manageable, allowing healing to unfold thoughtfully and safely. Therapy is about understanding your story, strengthening resilience, and helping you move toward greater peace and stability. My personal faith informs my respect for the inherent dignity of every person, When desired, I am comfortable integrating spiritual or faith-based practices into therapy in a way that feels supportive and aligned with your values.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Holistic
Humorous

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Grief
+5
I am Dr. Ann Dillard, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am a relational and trauma-informed therapist specializing in mother–daughter relationships, attachment repair, and culturally grounded healing. My work centers on helping high-functioning women and adult daughters who feel successful on the outside but are internally burdened by anxiety, unresolved trauma, complex family dynamics, or betrayal wounds. Many of the women I serve have carried responsibility for years, often as the strong one, the peacemaker, or the overachiever. They may struggle with boundaries, emotional safety, or patterns that seem to repeat across generations. Together, we gently untangle those inherited narratives and relational patterns so you can understand not only what happened to you but also how they continue to live in your body and relationships today. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy. I integrate brain–body modalities such as Brainspotting, somatic therapies, attachment-based work, and parts-informed approaches to access healing at both the cognitive and subcortical levels. This allows us to work directly with the nervous system, where trauma, attachment injuries, and relational imprints are often stored. As a therapist and researcher, my doctoral work focused on culturally nuanced mother–daughter dynamics, particularly within Caribbean-American and cross-cultural contexts. I understand how culture, migration, faith, and generational expectations shape identity, attachment, and emotional expression. I provide a space where those complexities are honored rather than pathologized. My goal is for more than symptom reduction. It is a transformation. I help women move from survival patterns to relational clarity, from emotional reactivity to embodied stability, and from inherited scripts to authentic self-expression. Healing in my practice is intentional, grounded, and sustainable.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+6
As a licensed therapist in Minnesota, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional issues. My approach centers on compassionate counseling that honors each person's unique journey. I have extensive experience helping clients work through depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with a focus on healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. I have over 13 years of experience and really enjoy heplinig in crisis and just navigating their world.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct

Specialties

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+9
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I choose to practice part-time because I truly enjoy this work and the people I have the privilege of walking alongside. Counseling isn’t just what I do—it’s work I value deeply. I believe meaningful change happens through genuine connection, trust, and a safe space where you feel heard and understood. I have experience working with both adolescents and adults, supporting individuals through substance use concerns, infertility, adoption journeys, and a wide range of mental health challenges. Whether you’re navigating a specific life transition or feeling weighed down by ongoing struggles, you don’t have to face it alone. I deeply respect the courage it takes to seek help. Reaching out is often the hardest step, and it’s also a powerful one. I’ve seen how people develop incredible strength, resilience, and clarity as they move through life’s difficulties. My role is to support you in discovering that strength within yourself and to walk with you as you build the life you want and deserve. If you’re ready to begin—or even just considering it—I welcome the opportunity to connect.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
I’m a compassionate and direct therapist who believes meaningful change happens when insight and action come together. I bring a balance of warmth, clinical depth, and practical skill-building to our work, helping you better understand yourself while also equipping you with tools you can use in everyday life. My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices, and I strive to create a space where you feel both supported and empowered to grow.
VirtualAvailable

Specialties

Anxiety
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I began my professional career knowing I wanted to help others. I started in the medical field and later transitioned into mental health, where my work aligned more closely with my values and long- term vision. Throughout my career, I’ve worked across multiple settings supporting adults who experience emotional, relational, and life stressors. I describe myself as a trauma-informed therapist with a background in both mental health and substance use disorder treatment. I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life stress, and substance use concerns. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based, grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. My role is to support, validate, and provide insight as you lead your therapeutic journey.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties

First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Men's Issues
Military/Veterans
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Shannon Seibel, LPCC provides trauma-informed, holistic psychotherapy with a focus on supporting first responders, public safety personnel, and frontline workers. Her approach considers the whole person and is grounded in the belief that effective therapy addresses both emotional and physiological responses to stress and trauma. Shannon offers person-centered individual therapy for concerns including trauma responses, anxiety, depression, grief, self-image difficulties, and self-harm.
Offers in-person in Bemidji, MN - Accepting clients in MNAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Holistic
Intelligent

Specialties

Eating Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello! It's so nice to meet you. Life can bring so many unpredictable experiences and hardships, it can be a challenge to remember that there is hope and options for true recovery and healing. You may have heard that you will have to deal with what you're going through for the rest of your life and I'm happy to tell you that it isn't true. Together, we can work towards the ideal life you envision for yourself. Our histories of trauma, suicidal thoughts, OCD, eating disorders, or other do not have to be the blueprint for how you move forward. Together we will identify what you would like to be set free from and what the best options are for you.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Empowering
Humorous

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+8
I am a licensed psychologist based in Minnesota. I received my Master's degree from Fort Hays State University and have been practicing for over 30 years. I help adults struggling with life transitions, trauma, health issues, anxiety, and depression to learn coping strategies, be more aware of things that impact their mood both positively and negatively, and to identify ways to create a sense of meaning and purpose.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented
Authentic
Intelligent
Open-minded
Direct

Specialties

Anxiety
Peer Relationships
Women's Issues
+6
Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them cope. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals. With a healthy balance of listening, guiding, and even learning, I take pride in using my own experience and resources to help people really start off on the right foot on that path. Whether you, or someone you know struggles with something like anxiety, or simply wants a different outlook on their life, it’s something to work through together, and by setting up an intake, we can get started.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Empowering
Intelligent
Humorous
Challenging
Direct
Holistic
Solution oriented
Open-Minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
As a therapist, I pride myself on being a well-rounded individual with a warm and welcoming personality. My journey into the world of mental health began with a deep-seated passion for helping others, which led me to train as both an addiction counselor and an EMDR therapist. I believe that everyone deserves a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings, and I strive to create an environment where clients feel comfortable and supported. My diverse background allows me to connect with individuals from all walks of life, fostering an atmosphere of trust and openness.
VirtualAvailable
Humorous
Direct
Authentic
Open-minded
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Empowering
Warm
Challenging
Open-Minded

Specialties

Anger Management
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+5
I am well versed in several counseling techniques and have a compassionate approachable demeanor. My counseling experience is above par and I am also organized with an attention to detail. Clients warm up to me quickly and I enjoy helping them reach goals and learn new thinking patterns to view life in a more positive manner. My therapeutic style incorporates expert listening, positive feedback, direct guidance, and creating an environment where you will feel comfortable to discuss your personal thoughts and feelings.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Direct
Open-Minded
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
I'm a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach focuses on developing awareness of how our thoughts, emotions and behaviors are connected, fostering resilience, and empowering clients to work through their challenges. I enjoy creating a non-judgmental and affirming space for adults with short-term or long-standing mental health and emotional distress. Feelings of anxiety and the need for isolation can be internal cues to request reconnection to what makes our lives meaningful. Ideally, enjoying the moment, knowing how to soothe overwhelming feelings, and engaging our sparkling personalities helps us feel alive. My clients enjoy my approach of exploring practical strategies by using guiding questions. Exploring thoughts and emotional pain benefits from curiosity and compassion. I am also trained in EMDR, which can be supportive in reframing negative belief systems and releasing trauma.
VirtualAvailable
Open-Minded
Warm

Specialties

Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
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I am a bilingual  (Spanish/English) therapist and licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina. I love working with people from diverse backgrounds, and for that reason, I returned to graduate school after retiring as a teacher and school administrator. I have worked with teens in area schools and also with adult clients in the Latino community, those struggling with life transitions and caretaking of loved ones. I am committed to providing you with support, compassion, and a safe space to be seen and heard. Soy terapeuta bilingüe (español/inglés) y trabajadora social clínica licenciada en Carolina del Norte. Me encanta trabajar con personas de diversos orígenes y, por esa razón, regresé a la escuela de posgrado después de jubilarme como maestra y administradora escolar. He trabajado con adolescentes en escuelas de la zona y también con clientes adultos en la comunidad latina y los que cuidan de sus familiares. Estoy comprometida a brindarte apoyo, compasión y un espacio seguro donde puedas ser visto y escuchado.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Direct
Holistic
Challenging
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Depression
+5
I began my career in social work after having two sons with Autism and witnessing firsthand the challenges and injustices families can face. This inspired me to help others feel supported and to ensure they have someone in their corner rooting for them. I became a mental health provider because I am passionate about helping people regain their lives, find hope for better days, and overcome difficult situations and traumatic events. Life can have ups and downs, and it’s okay to ask for help and say, “this is hard.” I am an EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training. I am also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and have been practicing in social work since 2007. My experience spans medical social work, counseling, and mental health, and I primarily work with adults navigating life transitions, difficult stressors (work, family, or medical), chronic health conditions, and pain. I believe that wellness is holistic — we do not get sick one way or get well one way. I am committed to supporting you in your mental health journey while also helping you access the medical care you may need to achieve overall well-being.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Authentic
Empowering
Challenging
Direct
Holistic

Specialties

Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counsellor (LPCC) based in Minnesota. I received my Masters Degree from North Dakota State University and have been practicing for 20 years. I work in collaboration with adults to work towards healing from past, present and future versions of themselves. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral therapy interventions such as CBT-I as well Eye Movement Desensitization reprocessing therapy (EMDR) and Prolonged Exposure.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Open-minded
Empowering
Holistic
Humorous
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm

Specialties

Coping Skills
Parenting
Spirituality
+6
Throughout my career, I have provided services to a myriad of clients, including those who have experienced trauma. I have worked with individuals of all ages and consider myself a generalist. I have sought out training in many modalities, including EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic, and Attachment Based, just to name a few. I also have sought out training in addressing grief as well as experiencing significant loss in my own life.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Direct
Holistic
Challenging
Humorous
Open-Minded

Specialties

Addiction
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Welcome! I'm Violet Wurtzberger. First, please take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and many more. I believe you are the expert in yourself and I there to assist in this process. I see therapy like you are driving the car and I am in the passenger seat riding copilot offering new tools, organizing the tools you already have and providing a different perspective. More than any modality of therapy the success therapy is dependent on how you, the client, feel in the relationship with your therapist. It is not something to tough out and I encourage you to work with someone you feel you connect with, can be open and honest with.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Humorous
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
+5
I’m Pamela Andrews, LCSW and I help clients who are dealing with trauma, anxiety, and/or OCD so they can feel grounded, confident, and in control of their lives again. My clients are often people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted, even when things look “fine” on the outside. Using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and ERP, along with a compassionate, faith-informed lens when desired, I help clients break free from old patterns, calm their nervous systems, and build lives rooted in clarity, peace, and purpose.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Direct
Empowering
Intelligent
Open-minded

Specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
I enjoy utilizing a solution focused approach that encompasses EMDR Therapy to support ongoing personal growth, as well as ongoing well being/wellness based focus. With a solution focused lens, my approach is from an perspective of providing guidance and advice to support clients in finding their personal empowerment toward building and maintaining an ongoing thriving life through challenges and life transitions.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Warm
Empowering
Challenging
Holistic
Open-minded
Humorous
Solution oriented

Specialties

Sex Therapy
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a trauma informed care practitioner with 16 years of experience in supporting people through a healing journey with EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing and Jungian Dream Analysis. We enter your story with compassion. I am passionate about providing gentle and considerate care. My office is located on a bus line within an ADA accessible building and off-street parking. Virtual sessions are offered. My space is designed for comfort and safety in downtown Duluth, Minnesota.
VirtualOffers in-person in Duluth, MN - Accepting clients in MNAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Empowering
Intelligent
Challenging
Direct
Holistic
Humorous

Specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+9
As a therapist dually licensed in counseling and substance use treatment, I believe every person carries unique strengths, stories, and untapped potential. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, IFS, ACT, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and practical life-skills development. I’m passionate about helping clients understand how early experiences and relationships shape the way they see themselves, navigate challenges, and connect with others—and I’m continually inspired by the powerful ways therapy, supported by neuroscience, can help the brain and body heal. Outside the therapy room, I find joy in traveling, lifelong learning, reading, and cherishing time with my friends and family. I’m also deeply connected to the mind–body relationship and believe that true healing honors both. And on any given day, you’ll likely hear me mention my love of animals—especially my beloved corgis—who remind me daily of the importance of presence, curiosity, and play.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Direct
Humorous

Specialties

Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for serving diverse communities. Hailing from the vibrant culture of Puerto Rico and rooted in the bustling landscape of NY/NJ, I proudly offer bilingual services, fluent in both English and Spanish, catering to the needs of the Spanish-speaking community. Beyond my professional role, I identify as a mother, Christian, woman of color, avid gardener, makeup enthusiast, and devoted animal lover. With extensive training in modalities such as EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, Imago, Psychodynamic Theory, and Attachment Theory, I bring a comprehensive toolkit to my practice, ensuring tailored therapeutic options for each individual I work with. From trauma recovery to relationship dynamics, I am dedicated to empowering my clients on their journey towards healing and personal growth.
VirtualAvailable
Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Minnesota rather than a city like Minneapolis?

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Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What happens during the first therapy session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.