Mental Health Therapy
Ready to Get Started?
Taking the first step toward therapy is an important decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re ready to begin, or if you have any questions about our services, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is ready to help you find the right therapy approach to meet your needs.
Schedule an Appointment
- Call us at 763.780.3036
- Or fill out the Online Form on our Contact Page
What is Therapy?
At Lee Carlson Center, we offer a range of psychotherapy options to help individuals, families, and groups address challenges affecting their emotional well-being, relationships, and daily functioning. Whether you are dealing with stress, navigating a life transition, or managing emotional struggles, our therapists provide the support and tools you need to improve your quality of life.
Therapy Options We Offer
Family Therapy
Psychotherapy that involves all members of an extended family, addressing relational dynamics and improving communication.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one psychotherapy tailored to the individual’s specific wants and needs.
Group Therapy
Small groups of individuals meet regularly to share experiences, support one another, and work through common challenges with a group leader (therapist).
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy designed to address relationship distress, helping individuals and couples work through issues to improve their connection and understanding.
You can access many of our mental health therapy services through secure telehealth video sessions, allowing you to receive care from the convenience and privacy of your home.
Areas of Focus
Our therapists provide unique clinical approaches and have an array of areas of focus including:
- ADHD
- Adjustment and Stress Related Disorders
- Adoption Issues
- Anxiety
- Art Therapy
- Attachment Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Behavioral Concerns
- Caregiver Support
- Cultural Identity
- Depression
- Developmental Difficulties
- Domestic Abuse
- Dual Diagnoses
- Eating Disorders
- Emotion Regulation
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Grief and Loss
- Mood Disorders
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- Play Therapy
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Self Harm
- Serious and Persistent Mental Illness
- Social Skills
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
What to Expect in Your First Few Sessions
In the first session, your therapist will focus on getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy. You’ll be asked some basic questions about your current challenges, past experiences, and key aspects of your life and identity. This helps your therapist learn what’s most important to you and what you hope to achieve.
By the second or third session, you’ll work together to create a personalized plan outlining the goals or topics you’d like to focus on in therapy. This plan serves as a guide for your journey, helping you track progress and stay focused on what matters most to you.
Meet Our Therapists
Lee Carlson Center therapists are committed to providing the best mental health possible. Visit our staff page to learn more about our therapists.
How to Get the Most Out of Therapy
Therapy works best when you actively participate and allow yourself to be open and vulnerable. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about sharing your story at first. The initial sessions are focused on getting to know you, understanding the challenges that brought you in, and creating a personalized treatment plan that outlines your specific goals. After that, therapy shifts into deeper conversations and the kind of work most people imagine when they think of therapy.
Your therapist isn’t there to give you all the answers but to help you explore and discover them for yourself. Along the way, it’s important to talk with your therapist about the growth you’re hoping for and speak up if something isn’t working. This open communication helps shape your sessions and makes them more meaningful.
As you continue, you and your therapist will build a strong therapeutic relationship that supports you on your healing journey.
Insurance and Payment Options
We accept most major insurance plans, including HealthPartners, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UCare, Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and Medicare. If you don’t have insurance, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income, so cost doesn’t have to be a barrier to getting support. Contact us today to discuss your payment options and find the best solution for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health Therapy
Do you accept insurance? Yes. Lee Carlson Center works with most major insurance plans, and a sliding fee scale is available for clients who qualify. Call 763.780.3036 and our team can check your specific coverage before your first visit.
How long is the wait to get started? Wait times are typically short compared to many outpatient providers in the area. The fastest way to find out current availability is to complete the Prospective Client Questionnaire or call the clinic directly.
What happens in my first few sessions? Your first sessions focus on getting to know you: your history, what brought you in, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. From there, you and your therapist build a plan together. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out on day one.
Who can attend therapy at Lee Carlson Center? Therapy is available for all ages, individually or together. We offer individual, family, couples, and group therapy, so whether you’re coming in on your own or want a family member involved, there’s a format that fits.
Do I have to come in person, or can I do telehealth? Both. Sessions are available in person at the Fridley clinic or by telehealth, whichever works better for your schedule. Many clients mix the two depending on the week.
Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit? Yes. Finding the right therapist matters, and it’s okay if the first match isn’t it. Let the clinic know and they’ll help you connect with someone else on the team.
Prospective Clients
If you are are prospective client at Lee Carlson Center, please fill out our short questionnaire so that we can be sure to meet your needs effectively. The questionnaire will only take a few moments to complete.
Prospective Client Questionnaire
