I am licensed in Minnesota with more than 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, & depression. I have a collaborative approach where we can learn and explore together to identify goals and pathways toward achieving greater life satisfaction. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I am down to earth and have a commitment to authenticity and respect. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Adoption and foster care, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Codependency, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Gender dysphoria, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
MN LICSW 1966
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I highly recommend Ellen. She addresses all of my concerns thoroughly while maintaining a great balance of professionalism and warmth. She makes me feel completely comfortable and heard in every session.
Written on Jun 14, 2026 after therapy with Ellen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
I’ve worked with several therapists, and she truly stands out for her depth of knowledge, experience, and ability to challenge clients in ways that lead to lasting growth. She goes beyond surface-level support, encouraging real self-reflection and accountability while maintaining a grounded, steady presence. Her background working with veterans gives her a powerful understanding of trauma and resilience, which clearly informs her approach. She has a firm yet supportive style—knowing when to push and when to listen—and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking meaningful, long-term personal development.
Written on May 30, 2026 after therapy with Ellen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Ellen is awesome. I hope i can afford betterhelp for a long time because ive been searching for a therapist good for me for so so long and got a great one right away, but if it can be cheaper please please do. Everything else is fantastic, the messaging, the resources, its very helpful.
Written on May 18, 2026 after therapy with Ellen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ellen is amazing and I recommend her to anyone that wants to start therapy. She’s helped me more than I could ever put into words.
Written on Oct 23, 2025 after therapy with Ellen for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Ellen has been wonderful, I immediately felt more comfortable talking with her than with any other therapist I had seen previously. I really appreciate the time and effort she has put in to her work.
Written on Jun 06, 2025 after therapy with Ellen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Ellen is amazing !She exceeds my expectations! She listens, very responsive, understanding, wise , gives great advice, and so much more ! I would 10/10 recommend! I’m so glad I got matched with her .
Written on Feb 04, 2025 after therapy with Ellen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes