Psychologist and Therapist in Minnetonka, MN
Minnetonka Psychologist and Therapist
Do you ever feel overwhelmed? The truth is that we all do sometimes - life can often seem like a never-ending to-do list. At work, you’re constantly under pressure to meet deadlines, finish projects, and help colleagues. Meanwhile, you’re also trying to maintain relationships with loved ones and friends (and stay on top of chores!).
If you’re struggling with the challenges that life is throwing your way, don’t be afraid to contact me today. As a trusted psychologist and therapist in Minnetonka, I’ve helped people from all walks of life to overcome their most difficult hurdles. Whether it’s the stress of day-to-day life or confusion over big changes, I can help you unlock the courageousness within. Sometimes, all you need is an objective opinion, to talk issues through, and some assistance to remove the fear, the frustration, and the feeling of being stuck.
If you want to schedule a free phone consultation, just look for the contact form on this website. After entering some basic details, you can type a short message to let me know your challenges. Alternatively, feel free to send this same message via email (dr.rachel@betterbalancepsychology.com) or call me at 763-294-9957.
My Services
Stress Management
We all know that life is stressful, but knowing this statement doesn’t make it any easier. If you’re feeling as though stress is taking over and you’ve forgotten what it feels like to be without stress, now is the right time to contact me. For example, it could be that you’ve noticed more fatigue than normal or have had trouble concentrating. Elsewhere, you may have noticed physical signs such as muscle tightness, poor sleep, or shortness of breath. Perhaps you look at friends and family members and wonder how they have it together so well? Either way, stress management counseling in Minnetonka can help.
Perfectionism
Setting high expectations is a fantastic trait in life, but there’s a point where it can become overbearing. Not only can it harm your own peace and happiness, but it can also affect those around you. Even if you think it’s impossible to overcome your perfectionistic traits, perfectionism counseling in Minnetonka can help you take control over this issue and move toward a happier, healthier version of yourself.
Healthy Boundaries
Although they aren’t physical or visible, boundaries surround us in every interaction and relationship. While some people struggle with time boundaries, others have problems with space or emotional boundaries. With clearly defined boundaries, you’ll feel more confident, calm, and assertive. Sadly, unhealthy boundaries can break down relationships, so it’s best to work on this part of yourself for better connections professionally and personally.
Burnout
You finish a long day of work, get little time to relax and socialize, and it doesn’t take long for the early alarm to sound again. While some stress is normal in life and can be acceptable when you find the right balance, too much stress and a poor balance can lead to burnout. This isn’t just a word that gets thrown around with little thought; instead, it’s a genuine problem that manifests itself in symptoms of feeling helpless and trapped, self-doubt, fatigue, exhaustion, sadness, irritability, and even physical issues such as stomach complaints.
With burnout counseling in Minnetonka, you can start to feel like yourself again - I understand what you’re feeling, so why not talk to me?
Codependency
Present in both romantic and platonic relationships, it’s not good to become overly reliant on a partner or to always put other people first. It doesn’t matter if it's a spouse, friend, parent, or child. It is hard to strike the balance of being there for others and relying on others, while also respecting yourself. Thankfully, I’ve helped many in this position and would love to help you too. If you struggle with this balance, it’s time to get some help!
Indecision
What many people don’t understand is that indecision isn’t enjoyable. It’s not always a matter of being polite with others; instead, indecision often comes with lots of anxiety. Choosing a place to eat dinner or what to do over the weekend can become a great source of stress for people. And when there are bigger decisions to make - say a job change or relocation possibility - it’s even worse! Let’s explore the underlying cause of your indecisiveness to stop this time-consuming, relationship-destroying, and self-sabotaging behavior.
High Achievers
You’ve accumulated lots of great achievements over the course of your life, and this is impressive. But has it come with uncertainty, anxiety, and other problems? Too often, I speak to people who ignore their emotional needs because of an unsustainable need to strive for the best possible achievements. As you may have noticed, many of these problems can arise in individuals at once, and it creates a saddening concoction of anxiety, stress, and unhappiness because the “goal post” keeps moving. Let’s explore how we can set more realistic, yet still fulfilling goals and increase an overall feeling of contentment.
People-Pleasing
Do you put the thoughts and feelings of those around you before your own? As a parent, sibling, and partner, it’s natural to want happiness for the people you care about. However, there’s a point where it becomes unhealthy. At some point, you need to put yourself first - learning to say ‘no’ doesn’t mean that you’ll lose those around you. I can help you assertively and respectfully change some of these dynamics.
How Do I Help?
Firstly, I’m not going to claim that everyone who chooses to get in touch with me will find the solutions to all their problems - in Minnetonka, Minnesota, the United States, and even farther afield, the field of psychology is often about connections. In an ideal world, we’ll get along perfectly well and you’ll benefit from my help. However, I also appreciate that no therapist/psychologist is suited to every single client.
This being said, working with me is straightforward because I think this is the best approach. You won’t walk away second-guessing anything I’ve said - we’ll be honest with each other and I will always give my whole attention to you during our time together.
In terms of the technical side, every case is different. Yet, I may deploy some of the techniques below to get to the bottom of the problems. Only when we’ve peeled everything back and uncovered the problems can we start to rebuild a healthier version of you. This could include:
Cognitive challenging
Emotion-focused strategies
Dichotomous thinking (black-and-white thinking)
Values assessment and aligned living
Motivational interviewing
Importantly, I also like to use humor in my sessions (therapy doesn’t need to be serious all of the time!). Over the years, I’ve learned that dark humor and making light of things is a fantastic route to progress and lightening the mood occasionally. Just know we’ll get back to business afterward.
Why Choose Me in Minnetonka?
Ultimately, I prioritize comfort and results when it comes to my therapy approach. I want people to feel as though they are making progress and experiencing positive changes during sessions rather than dreading the appointment. With authenticity, you’ll have a safe space to explore issues and improve your well-being.
Whether you’re struggling to cope with stress, are feeling burned out, or think you need codependency counseling, I will do my best to help. As you navigate the crossroads of life, you’ll learn to be honest with yourself (while also looking after yourself!). Why not contact me for a free consultation today? I’d love to hear from you!