Amity Counseling & Consultation
A little about Colleen…
I am a licensed clinical social worker offering therapy for people living in Minnesota or Arizona. I run a private practice with one other social worker who is also accepting new clients. My specializations are childhood trauma, religious trauma, abusive relationships, and LGBT+, and I have also done extensive work with immigrants and refugees so this is an interest area of mine. I speak fluent French and have previous social work experience assisting clients through cases of domestic violence as well as the divorce process, from the non-legal side - emotional support, safety planning, finding resources, etc. I practice non-religious therapy, I come from a fundamentalist evangelical upbringing and no longer identify with any religion, but religious study is a passion of mine. I work with many clients who are unpacking their religious trauma from high-control religious groups and cults from around the world. A lot of my clients are caretakers, teachers, nurses, or those learning to be therapists/social workers themselves, so I focus pretty often on burnout and having equitable relationships in the workplace as well as at home.
Certifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - AZ
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - MN
MBA - Augsburg University
MSW - Augsburg University
Testimonials
Note: The below testimonials come from supervisees and former graduate students, not from a clients.
"Colleen is a therapist that does not shy away from a challenge. She is ready to help you take on whatever obstacle you are facing. I highly recommend her."
"Colleen is incredible at creating a non-judgmental, welcoming environment where people of all backgrounds are empowered to recognize their self-worth and understand their strengths, skills, and value as a human being."