Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Minnesota
Vanda Counseling provides mental health support rooted in exceptional service, inclusion, and the belief in individuals' innate ability to heal. Our philosophy draws inspiration from the Vanda orchid, symbolizing resilience and natural recovery. We offer personalized therapy through experienced clinicians, emphasizing collaboration to guide clients toward healing and fulfilling lives. Our core values of Empowerment, Equity, Integrity, and Collaboration shape our approach, ensuring clients are active partners in their care. We serve diverse needs through individual, couples, family, group, school-based, and nutrition therapies, alongside specialized approaches like trauma therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.Our team treats a wide range of issues, from disordered eating to chronic illness, with a commitment to cultural humility and inclusivity. With multiple locations across Minnesota, we prioritize accessibility and tailored care. Our clinicians, including licensed therapists and a registered dietitian, bring expertise in addressing complex mental health challenges. We foster a supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their concerns and achieve lasting healing.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Nutrition Services
Trauma Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
School-Based Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy tailored to individual needs and goals
- Our team includes specialists in trauma, eating disorders, and family dynamics
- We integrate cultural humility into every treatment approach
- Our multidisciplinary staff collaborates for comprehensive care solutions
- We provide evidence-based therapies for over 20 specialized mental health areas
What people say
Expertise in eating issues
Life-changing results
Genuine kindness
Warm, knowledgeable therapists
Professional practice style
Services
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions with licensed professionals address mental health challenges through personalized treatment plans. Our therapists help clients manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions using evidence-based techniques. Sessions last 45-60 minutes with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs.
Couples Counseling
Therapy for partners focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts. We address relationship stressors while developing strategies for long-term satisfaction. Sessions explore how individual backgrounds impact relationship dynamics through a collaborative approach.
Family Therapy
This service strengthens family relationships by improving communication patterns and resolving conflicts. Therapists help families navigate crises, mental health challenges, and transitional periods through structured sessions that promote collective healing and understanding.
Nutrition Services
Registered dietitian Dr. Laura Fischer provides personalized nutrition plans that support mental wellness. Services address disordered eating patterns and develop healthy relationships with food through integrative, person-centered approaches combined with therapeutic support.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized therapy addresses trauma's impact using evidence-based modalities. Our clinicians help clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping strategies to reduce symptoms while fostering resilience and post-traumatic growth.
People
Dr. Tonie VanStelten
Psychologist
Dr. VanStelten combines professionalism with compassionate care, creating comfortable therapeutic environments. Her practice focuses on evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Becky Gerbig
Clinical Director
Specializing in eating disorders, Becky helps clients develop healthier relationships with food. Her approach combines meditation techniques with medical support for sustainable lifestyle changes.
Dr. Laura Fischer
Registered Dietitian
Dr. Fischer provides integrative nutrition counseling that addresses both physical and mental wellness. Her client-centered approach creates personalized plans for improved health outcomes.
Jodi Sims
Therapist
Jodi tailors therapy to individual needs, combining expertise with genuine care. Her practice focuses on creating safe spaces for clients to explore personal growth and healing.
Darla Dammen
Therapist
Darla connects effectively with families and young clients. Her warm approach helps clients engage in therapeutic work while maintaining professional expertise in child and adolescent mental health.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with most Minnesota insurance providers. Contact our office for verification.
Is therapy right for me?
Therapy benefits anyone seeking change, managing stressors, or improving relationships. No 'right' reason required.
What therapy approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, trauma therapy, and mindfulness approaches.
Are sessions confidential?
Sessions are confidential with standard exceptions for safety and legal requirements.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes, we provide in-person, virtual, or hybrid sessions based on client preference.
How do I know therapy is working?
Most clients feel improvement within weeks. Progress involves open communication with your therapist.
