Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in Maplewood, MN
At NorthEast Counseling, we are dedicated to providing quality, solution-focused therapy that empowers individuals, couples, and families to achieve emotional health and meaningful growth. Founded in 2011 by Deb Kratz and Tim Scott, our practice combines over 40 years of combined clinical experience with a commitment to personalized care. Our team of seven licensed therapists specializes in addressing diverse challenges, including behavioral disorders, trauma, family dynamics, and cultural adjustment, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs.We prioritize collaborative therapy, ethical standards, and accessibility through partnerships with major insurance providers. With expertise in areas such as infant mental health, aggression replacement training, and conflict mediation, we serve as a trusted resource for the Twin Cities community, offering weekday, evening, and limited Saturday appointments to accommodate diverse schedules.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Play Therapy
Diagnostic Assessments
Group Therapy
Parent/Child Psychotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined experience in therapeutic services
- Our team includes specialists in family therapy, trauma, and behavioral disorders
- We provide tailored therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families
- We accept major insurance plans for accessible care
- Our therapists are committed to ethical and professional standards
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for adults and adolescents to address emotional challenges, behavioral patterns, and personal growth goals. Therapists use evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and achieve lasting positive change through collaborative treatment plans.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relational dynamics and communication issues across all family structures. Our specialists help resolve conflicts, improve understanding, and strengthen relationships through structured sessions that consider each member's perspective, focusing on creating healthier family systems and conflict resolution strategies.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners navigate commitment challenges, communication breakdowns, and long-term relationship issues. Our therapists facilitate constructive dialogue, rebuild trust, and develop conflict resolution skills tailored to each couple's unique needs, whether addressing immediate concerns or enhancing long-term relationship satisfaction.
Play Therapy
Play therapy addresses emotional and behavioral challenges in children through age-appropriate therapeutic techniques. Our specialists use structured play activities to help children express feelings, develop social skills, and process traumatic experiences in a developmentally responsive environment that fosters emotional regulation and positive behavior patterns.
Diagnostic Assessments
Diagnostic assessments provide comprehensive evaluations for children and adults using standardized tools like DC:0-3. These assessments identify mental health conditions, developmental concerns, and behavioral issues through clinical interviews, observational techniques, and evidence-based diagnostic criteria to create targeted treatment plans.
People
Deb Kratz
Co-Founder
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience specializing in early childhood mental health, family therapy, and women's life transitions. Provides clinical supervision to other practitioners.
Tim Scott
Co-Founder
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 23+ years of experience working with men in transition, behavioral disorders, and co-parenting challenges. Specializes in conflict mediation and addiction recovery.
Dan Hinderaker
Therapist
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in depression disorders, trauma, and chemical dependency. Experienced in school and outpatient clinic settings with adolescents and adults.
Jael Were
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in immigration issues, cultural adjustment, and early childhood behavior. Fluent in four languages including Swahili and English.
Clayton Sankey
Therapist
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 40+ years of experience using psychodynamic theory to treat complex mental illness, substance abuse, and family conflicts in the Twin Cities area.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, family counseling, couples therapy, play therapy for children, group sessions, parent/child psychotherapy, and specialized diagnostic assessments for all ages.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Yes, we work with most major insurance carriers including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, HealthPartners, Medica, and United Behavioral Health, along with several employee assistance programs.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 651-592-1592 for a confidential consultation or use our online contact form. We'll match you with the appropriate therapist and schedule your appointment within 24 hours.
Are your therapists specialized in specific areas?
Our seven licensed therapists have specialties including trauma recovery, behavioral disorders, infant mental health, aggression replacement training, cultural adjustment, and conflict mediation.
What approach do you use in therapy sessions?
We use collaborative, evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's needs, combining solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic theory, strength-based techniques, and developmentally appropriate interventions for children.
