Does worrying get in the way of day-to-day life?
Are seemingly small tasks overwhelming?
Do changes feel too much to handle?
Is food a source of comfort for you?
My name is Monica, and as a team we can address these concerns, and more. I specialize in treating anxiety and panic and binge eating. You CAN learn new ways of tackling problems, improve your emotional wellbeing, and feel more confident with your decisions throughout your day.
Virtual therapist
Serving Minnesota and Wisconsin
20 years experience treating adults and adolescents
Specializing in anxiety and panic, depression, stress, binge eating.
Clients tell me I am empathetic, calming, non-judgmental, real, and a bit funny. ;) There is a likely possibility my dog or one of my cats will join our video session.
I love to help people learn to feel better and find their value and confidence. I feel honored when clients trust me and share their story.
SERVICES
Collaboration
We will work as a team to overcome obstacles and develop self-compassion. While you are the expert on yourself, I use a variety of interventions and tools to help you achieve your goals. I like to collaborate with you and want to know if something is helpful or not helpful. Everyone has different preferences and I tailor my treatment to what YOU need.
What to Expect
While I am here to listen and support you, I will challenge you to make some changes and practice your new skills outside of our sessions, because I believe improving mental health is something that we should focus on for more than 50 minutes once per week.
I will help you develop new skills and tools that you can use in your daily life. That will likely involve developing coping skills, challenging thought patterns, managing difficult emotions, and navigating relationships.
Treatment Types
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Coping Skills
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Family Systems
Goal Setting
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Positive Psychology
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Depression
Stress
Alcohol and Substance Use
Anger
Self Esteem
Family Conflict
Relationships
Life Transitions
Specialties
Insurance and Fees
I am in-network with the following insurance companies in Minnesota:
Aetna
Aetna Resources for Living EAP
Carelon Behavioral Health
Magellan
Medica
Optum
Optum Live and Work Well EAP
Oscar Health
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UMR
United Healthcare UBC UBH
I am in-network with the following insurance companies in Wisconsin:
Aetna
Aetna Resources for Living EAP
Blue Cross Blue Shield of WI
Carelon Behavioral Health
Magellan
Medica
Optum
Optum Live and Work Well EAP
Quest Behavioral Health
UMR
United Healthcare UBC UBH
I can help with providing a superbill for out-of-network clients.
If you prefer not to use insurance, I accept self-payment as well for MN and WI clients.
$150 per 50-minute session.
Venmo or credit card accepted.
I also offer a sliding scale fee.
Good Faith Estimate
If you do not have or intend to use insurance, you have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. See “Policies” in the menu dropdown for additional information.
Logistics
Availability
I am virtual only, which allows you comfort to see me from your home or on your break at work.
I currently offer sessions virtually via video throughout the week, as well as Sunday mornings and Wednesday and Thursday evenings/nights - contact me to discuss!
I offer a free 15 minute consultation to see if we will be a good fit.
MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, St Mary’s University of Minnesota, 2008
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, MN, 2011
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, WI, 2016
MBA in Healthcare Management, University of Hartford, 2021
Certified Binge Eating and Chronic Dieting Professional, 2024