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Counseling Services Across North Dakota
Catholic Charities North Dakota provides professional, compassionate counseling services for individuals, couples, and families across the state. Our licensed counselors walk alongside clients through life’s challenges, offering a safe and supportive space to heal, grow, and build resilience.
We serve clients of all ages through in-person and telehealth counseling, making care accessible wherever you live in North Dakota.
Counseling Services in North Dakota
Meet Our Counselors
Catholic Charities North Dakota’s counseling team includes licensed professionals with experience serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our counselors specialize in areas such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Services are offered in office and through telehealth, depending on location and provider availability.
Region: Langdon, ND (Telehealth, North Dakota)
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Trauma
I provide a safe, welcoming environment where clients can explore meaningful solutions and work toward their counseling goals. With close to 20 years of experience, I work with individuals ages 5 and older, specializing in grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and related concerns.
Region: Minot
Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, PTSD and OCD
I work with individuals ages 5-30 years-old, through in-person and telehealth sessions. My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. I utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy to support clients in building resilience and achieving their mental health goals.
Region: Beach and Dickinson, ND (Telehealth, North Dakota)
Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mental Health
I have extensive experience working with clients ages 8-91 across various settings, including residential, IOP, and outpatient. I am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health concerns. I take a solution-focused and strength-based approach, empowering clients to increase their understanding of their goals and develop skills to navigate future challenges independently. I provide telehealth services for individuals and families.
Region: Bismarck, ND (In office and Telehealth, ND)
Specialties: Relationship Distress, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Couples Therapy
Offering compassionate care for individual adults and couples, I specialize in treating relationship distress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Somatic Therapy, I bring effective, evidence-based techniques to help clients reach their goals and develop healthy relationships. I also have training in the integration of Christian spirituality with mental health care.
Counseling Services in North Dakota
Counseling Areas of Focus
Depression
Depression can involve persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in daily activities. These feelings may last weeks or months and interfere with work, relationships, and overall quality of life. Through therapy, clients learn to better understand their symptoms, build coping strategies, and regain a sense of balance and purpose.
Anxiety
Anxiety can affect both the mind and body, leading to excessive worry, tension, or fear that impacts daily functioning. Counseling can help individuals recognize triggers, develop calming techniques, and regain a sense of control.
Trauma
Trauma can result from a wide range of experiences and may continue to affect individuals long after an event has passed. Our trauma-informed counselors use evidence-based approaches to help clients process experiences safely and build resilience.
Counseling Services in North Dakota
Take the First Step Toward Healing
Seeking counseling is a courageous step. Whether you are facing emotional distress, relationship challenges, or major life changes, our counselors are here to support you with respect, understanding, and evidence-based care.
- Individual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults
- Couples and relationship therapy
- Family counseling
- Grief and loss support
- Trauma-informed care
- Anxiety and depression treatment
- Stress management and coping skills
- Support related to adoption and family transitions
Counseling
Therapy Types
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) incorporates techniques used in several traditional psychotherapies to help individuals process distressing memories. ART works by reprogramming how these memories and images are stored in the brain, so they no longer trigger strong emotional or physical reactions.
This approach uses rapid eye movements similar to those that occur during dreaming. While similar techniques are used in other therapies, ART’s structured and directive method often allows for faster results. Many individuals report improvement, or even resolution of concerns, in as few as one to three sessions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach that helps individuals understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. When facing stress, anxiety, or depression, thought patterns can become unhelpful or overly negative.
CBT focuses on identifying these patterns and replacing them with more balanced, constructive ways of thinking. It is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) helps individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and cope with stress in healthier ways. It combines strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness and acceptance techniques.
The term “dialectical” refers to balancing acceptance and change, learning to accept yourself while also working toward growth. DBT focuses on four key skill areas:
- Mindfulness: Staying present and aware without judgment
- Emotion Regulation: Managing strong emotions effectively
- Distress Tolerance: Coping with difficult situations in healthy ways
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Building stronger communication and relationships
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples is an evidence-based approach developed by Dr. Sue Johnson. It is grounded in attachment science, which explores how individuals form emotional bonds in relationships.
EFT helps couples move out of cycles of conflict and disconnection and toward greater emotional safety, understanding, and connection. The process provides a clear path for building stronger, more secure relationships.
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) is an extension of EFT for individuals. It is an attachment-based approach that helps people understand their emotions as a source of insight and change.
EFIT supports individuals in developing a stronger sense of self and building healthier relationships. It is effective in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client-centered approach that helps individuals explore and strengthen their motivation for change. Rather than directing clients, the therapist guides conversations that help uncover personal goals, values, and reasons for change.
This approach recognizes that people often feel conflicted about change. MI helps individuals resolve that ambivalence, build confidence, and take meaningful steps forward.
Strengths-Based Approach
A strengths-based approach focuses on identifying and building upon the abilities, qualities, and resources you already possess. Instead of focusing solely on challenges, this approach highlights resilience, skills, values, relationships, and past successes.
Through this process, individuals gain confidence and develop practical strategies for navigating current challenges by using the strengths they already have.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
TF-CBT is an evidence-based therapy designed to help children and adolescents ages 3-18 process and heal from trauma. It combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-sensitive interventions to reduce symptoms, build coping skills, and support emotional regulation.
Counseling FAQS
Questions About Counseling Services
What types of counseling services does Catholic Charities North Dakota offer?
Catholic Charities North Dakota provides a range of counseling services including individual counseling, couples therapy, family counseling, grief and loss support, trauma-informed care, anxiety and depression management, stress reduction techniques, and coping skills development. Our services address various mental health needs and promote overall well-being.
How can I schedule a counseling session with Catholic Charities North Dakota?
To schedule a counseling session, contact Catholic Charities North Dakota through our website or by phone. Our team will guide you through the process, gather necessary information, and match you with a suitable counselor based on your needs. We aim to make scheduling as simple and comfortable as possible.
Are Catholic Charities North Dakota's counseling services confidential?
Yes, all counseling services provided by Catholic Charities North Dakota are confidential. We follow professional ethical standards and legal requirements to protect your privacy. Your personal information and counseling session content remain confidential, except in cases where there’s a legal duty to report, such as risk of harm to oneself or others.
What insurance does the Counseling Program accept?
The Counseling Program works with all insurance plans and most EAPs (Employee Assistance Programs). Staff can help individuals understand coverage and benefits during intake.
What if I do not have insurance or EAP coverage?
Individuals without insurance or EAP coverage may qualify for services on a sliding fee scale based on income and household size.
Counseling in North Dakota
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