Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in MN, WI, and MI. Erin loves working with children, teens, families and couples. Erin is nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and has completed the third level of Gottman Couples Therapy Method. Erin believes everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. Erin tries to help bring families and couples closer together through therapeutic work and help to have fulfilling relationships. Erin provides both clinical supervision for Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors in MN and WI as well as administrative supervision here at FamilyMeans.

Diane is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota and Wisconsin.  Most of her 20+ year career has been spent working with youth and their families through school-based therapy programs.  Diane works from a collaborative, strengths-based approach; assisting and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives.  She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.

Diane is the School-Based Mental Health program supervisor, and is also the coordinator of FamilyMeans’ Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Marta is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience working with individuals, couples and groups. Drawing from a diverse array of educational, career and life experience, Marta uses a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic therapy and mind-body approaches to support individuals in a whole-person, strength-based way, combining insight with action. She has expertise treating Eating Disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, relationship and family issues, and personality disorders at outpatient and higher levels of care.

She is a former licensed teacher and athletic coach.

Marta provides clinical supervision for Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors in the School-Based Mental Health Program.

Michael recently received his MA in Counseling and Psychology from Saint Mary’s University. Michael has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Michael uses a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of Existentialism, mindfulness, family-systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices. Michael has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma-related diagnoses, and other life experiences.

Tina is a Licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) and obtained a Master of Social Work from St Catherine University/ University of St Thomas. 

She enjoys working with teens, adults, families, and couples in a wide range of ages. She has a wide variety of experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harm/ suicidal ideation, substance/ alcohol use, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, developmental disabilities, and more. She enjoys working with LGBTQ+ clients including trans clients. 

Tina has experience in group work, supervision/ management, chemical dependency, residential settings, and school settings in addition to extensive outpatient clinic experience. 

Tina also has training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), strengths based approaches, and dual disorders of substance use/ mental health. 

Tina sees the client as the true “expert” in their own life and she sees herself as a guide and mentor along the way. She likes to use humor and be authentic and genuine in the therapy process, which Clients have said they appreciate. 

Rachel is a Marriage and Family Therapist working with children and families in the school-linked mental health program at Stonebridge Elementary. She has experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD-related challenges, abuse, familial alcoholism and grief. Rachel works eclectically to suit the needs of the individual. Under the umbrella of a family-systems based approach, modalities used in treatment may include play therapy, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy and mindfulness-based interventions. Rachel's goal is to help children reach their highest potential and to help families live more harmonious and happier lives together.

Nora is a Marriage and Family Therapist in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. Nora has provided therapy services for 15 years in outpatient, in home and treatment settings. She has worked at FamilyMeans since 2005.

Nora sees families, children, and teens. She works with students and families at the Stillwater High School Wellness Program and New Heights Charter School. Nora addresses depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, trauma, and family relational problems.

Nora has special training and interest in working with trauma providing EMDR therapy as a helping aid. She loves to help families move towards healthier relationships. Nora has taken extensive course work in attachment and bonding, hypnotherapy and neurobiology. Nora enjoys her work and deeply respects the therapeutic relationship.

Brian Engelen, M.A. is a graduate of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.  Brian is working toward his L.P.C.C. licensure. Brian has been working in the mental health field for over twenty years, and has experience working with adults, children and families who have experienced trauma, autism, varied mental health diagnoses, and legal and socioeconomic concerns. Brian works from a systemic, collaborative, strength-based approach that is mindful of cultural, ethnic and economic concerns. He has an eclectic approach that includes psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques with an eye toward how people can use their support system, community resources, mindfulness and newly learned skills to live the kind of life they envision for themselves. Brian works out of the Stillwater clinic. 

Olivia is currently working towards a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. She will offer mental health services in schools and in the FamilyMeans Clinic. A few areas of clinical interest include gender identity development, sexual orientation development, grief and loss, sleeping problems, nightmares, spirituality, body image and self-esteem, PTSD, anxiety, and OCD. 

Olivia's personal interests include finding new music, cooking, reality television, and spending time with family and friends. 

Kari is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She has been in the field for nearly ten years and has a passion for supporting children, teens, and their families. Currently she offers therapeutic services at Stillwater Middle School, Stillwater Area High School, and Rutherford Elementary School.

She enjoys working with individuals and families to navigate the challenges of life, whether they are personal, with family, or with peers. Areas of interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, sleep problems, transitions and adjustments, identity development, parenting skills, and family communication. Kari is bilingual and can conduct assessments and therapy in Spanish.

Kari describes herself as having a down-to-earth nature, sense of humor, and personable demeanor. She has an eclectic approach, utilizing various theoretical approaches, behavioral neuroscience, and real life experience. She caters her approach to each client’s individual therapeutic needs.  Additionally, Kari is trained in two evidence-based models to process trauma, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

Alex Maas, M.A. is a graduate of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota with a wide variety of clinical experience. Alex is a school-based therapist that has experience working at different high school and university settings as well as providing in-home services to families. Alex specializes in working both in school and family home settings to encourage mental health support and reduce mental health stigma. Alex has traveled and lived all over the world, and spends his free time working with his dogs, volunteering with many rescue organizations, practicing wheel-thrown pottery and training for competitive powerlifting.  Currently, Alex provides school-based mental health support to students at Stillwater Area High School.

Linda holds a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She completed her internship at the Center for Grief and Loss and has a background in working with complex grief. She has experience working with first responders, adolescents and children ages 1-13 years in a variety of settings. She has worked with complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and has an interest in chronic pain, injury recovery, and neurobiology. 

Linda works from a systemic approach that incorporates attachment, experiential, strength-based, and cognitive therapeutic approaches to promote healing, resilience, and growth. She is trained in Brainspotting which is a non-verbal treatment option that works to identify and release primary sources of emotional and physical pain, trauma, and a variety of other challenging symptoms. 

 Linda can provide individual, couple, or family therapy and works out of the Stillwater office.  

Christa earned a Master’s of Marriage, Couples, and Family therapy from Adler Graduate School. She works from a person-centered approach that incorporates influences from attachment and solution-focused perspectives. She collaborates with clients to identify and enlist their internal strengths and resources to approach life’s challenges. Christa has a background in mediation and experience helping couples better understand each other, and improve communication skills and relationships. Christa provides school-based mental health services at Tartan High School. She has training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EFT. Her hobbies include meditation, yoga, running, cooking, and hiking or cross-country skiing through the woods.   --

Portia is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from St. Mary's University of Minnesota. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and families using evidence-based practice and person-centered treatment modalities. Additionally, she has worked with diverse populations with an array of mental health symptoms, such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, ADHD, ASD-related challenges, co-occurring Substance Use Disorder, Mood Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Major Depressive Disorder. 

Portia strives to actively participate in client support services with a team with an optimistic commitment to help individuals and families to become independent life-long learners. She has experience using modalities such as Psychodynamic, CBT, ABA, Systemic approach, Mindfulness-based interventions in addition to having an extensive research background in Trauma-focused CBT. Portia is passionate about providing quality services to individuals and families in the community.

John is pursuing his Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. He focuses on understanding each client’s story and emotions and how they mesh with those of the people in their lives. John offers mental health services at FamilyMeans clinic and Weaver Elementary. His other interests include tabletop role-playing games, rock climbing, and hiking.

Sarah is a graduate of Viterbo University and has an emphasis in child and adolescent counseling. She is currently working towards her L.P.C.C licensure. Sarah loves and has experience working with children, adolescents and teens in the school-based setting, along with adults. Sarah’s approach to therapy is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can address their mental health needs without judgement. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, familial relationship challenges, and trauma. Therapy looks different for all individuals, and we will work together to create a plan to reach your goals. Sarah works at Weaver Elementary.

I earned my Master's of Science in Clinical Counseling from Capella University in 2020. I am working towards my LPCC. I have experience with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures and belief systems. I have worked with adults who have Severe and Persistent Mental Illness such as Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar I, as well as, co-occurring Substance Use disorders. I am thrilled to work in a school-based position at Richardson Elementary with children ages 5-12 years old. I take a person-centered approach and love doing therapy with children and their families to help them navigate and cope with challenges in their life. I strive to assist clients and their families process emotions and learn coping skills to deal with everyday stressors and decrease symptoms. With the necessary tools and skills at our disposal it is easier to identify triggers, notice warning signs, and find ways to better prepare for oncoming stressors and challenges. I utilize CBT, DBT, and trauma focused approaches. My office is a safe space and welcoming to all who wish to enter. 

Toni holds a Master’s degree from Adler Graduate school, and is working toward her Marriage and Family Therapist licensure in both MN and WI. She has experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, PTSD, dissociative disorders, trauma, spirituality, life transitions, and relational problems. She is passionate about helping individuals, families, and relationships of any kind to help people more wholly connect with themselves and others.  

Toni works from a systemic, collaborative, strengths-based therapeutic approach to help clients acknowledge the various unique contexts which impact their lives, connect with their strengths, and learn new ways to live in wholeness. Her empathy and warmth help to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can process and heal. She utilizes various therapeutic approaches including family systems, attachment-based, and Adlerian theories.

Toni meets with clients in our clinic locations.

Leah has her Master’s of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University. She has experience working with children and adults, including those with dementia and traumatic brain injuries. Leah uses a family-systems-based approach to support families and individuals through life transitions and developmental changes. She uses a strength-based and collaborative approach, focusing on the client's cultural and religious beliefs. Leah offers mental health services at Andersen Elementary and our Stillwater clinic. Her interests include hiking with her three children and two dogs, SUP Yoga, kayaking, and mountain biking.   

Dana is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (MN), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (WI), and has completed her certification for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Her practice is centered around children and adolescents/teens struggling with behavioral difficulties and ADHD diagnoses, as well as, adult ADHD assessment.  Modalities utilized include psychoanalytic/psycho-dynamic, CBT, and play and sand tray therapy techniques.  Attachment Theory and Family Systems Theory are incorporated while working with children and their families.  Dana ensures flexibility. She meets her clients and their families where they are at therapeutically and provides a safe and accepting environment to help each individual feel secure throughout the process.  Dana has experience working with coexisting anxiety and depression.  She believes in utilizing multiple supports while exploring executive functioning strengths and weaknesses and how they impact her client’s life. 

Dana sees clients at our Hudson location and provides School-Based mental health services at Prescott high and middle schools.