Anxiety

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MSW, LICSW

Andrea Patten,

Psychotherapist,

pronouns: she/her

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of the standard clinic policies.
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Andrea feels honored to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate space for clients to share their story and truly be heard. Andrea uses a collaborative approach with clients, and tailoring the therapy based on the client and client’s need. It is her belief that clients are the experts on their relationships, health, emotions, and body. Andrea is passionate about providing trauma-informed, holistic, mind-body, and culturally responsive care, and welcomes and affirms people of all backgrounds (ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, body size, neurotype, consensual relationship structure), consistent with her core value of social justice and dignity of all people. Andrea continues to pursue ongoing learning in areas of multiculturalism and diversity, including topics related to diversity and equity, LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, consensual relationship structures, and more. Andrea is also a Co-Owner, Board Approved Supervisor, as well as EMDRIA Certified EMDRD Therapist & Approved EMDR Trainer & Consultant, and Anchored Relational (formerly AIR Network) certified. Andrea has worked with children as young as 2 but is currently focused on adult work at this time.
Andrea maintains a small caseload of clients and typically works 3 partial days per week with clients and also manages various administrative and supervisory duties on top of seeing clients. Andrea Patten is a board approved supervisor, and has worked with individuals in pursuit of their LICSW and LPCC. Andrea provides supervision for Ellie Brice and Mai Lao in pursuit of their LICSW. Outside of Mindful Way Counseling, Andrea is also an EMDRIA approved Trainer through Midwest EMDR Training and provides Consultation for EMDR trainees and those seeking post-training support or certification.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a Fully Licensed clinician and charges the “Fully Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Masters in Clinical Social Work, University of St. Thomas/College of St. Catherine
Bachelors in Psychology, University of Kansas
Andrea has been working in the mental health field since 2007. She has worked in a variety of mental health settings including in-home crisis stabilization, day treatment, school-based therapy, community mental health and private practice outpatient mental health settings. She has taught graduate level coursework in mental health diagnosis and assessment for a local MSW program. In addition to her clinical and admin work at Mindful Way, Andrea is also a Board Approved Supervisor for Clinical Social Workers and Professional Counselors and feels passionately about supporting folks as they are working toward independent licensure. She is also an EMDRIA approved Trainer with Midwest EMDR Training providing basic and advanced training, and is EMDRIA approved to provide EMDR Consultation to those in the basic training as well as those seeking post-training support or certification. Andrea enjoys teaching and supporting people in their learning and clinical growth.

PsyD, LP

Natalie Marr,

Clinical Psychologist,

pronouns: she/her

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of those set by Mindful Way Counseling, LLC.
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Dr. Natalie’s philosophy of care centers on helping clients learn to love their stories. She believes that when we understand ourselves and what brought us to this moment, we can approach our lives with greater kindness, peace, and compassion. One of Dr. Natalie’s primary areas of interest is helping clients understand how disruptive, painful, or traumatic experiences continue to influence their present-day thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self. Throughout therapy, she helps clients gain insight into these experiences, reclaim a sense of controls and move toward a future that feels more aligned with their values and goals. Clients often describe Dr. Natalie’s style as warm, authentic, casual, and conversational. She incorporates humor when appropriate and believes meaningful therapeutic work happens when clients feel safe enough to explore difficult subjects from a place of curiosity rather than self-criticism. Dr. Natalie is also a Supervisor and Anchored Relational (formerly AIR Network) Certified.
Dr. Marr works 1 day a week including her supervision duties and seeing clients. Dr. Natalie Marr is a board approved supervisor for and has worked with individuals in pursuit of their LP and LPCC.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a Fully Licensed clinician and charges the “Fully Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Minnesota School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University
Masters in Clinical Psychology, Minnesota School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University
Bachelors in Psychology, University of Minnesota, Duluth
Dr. Natalie Marr is a Clinical Psychologist, licensed to practice therapy in Minnesota. She has spent the past two decades in the mental health sitting across the couch from clients, helping individuals better understand themselves, heal from difficult experiences, and create more meaningful lives. She has worked in community mental health, private practice, consultation, supervision, and graduate-level teaching. Dr. Natalie is a dedicated clinical supervisor and mentor to students, interns, and developing clinicians. She feels strongly that quality mental health care begins with quality training and enjoys supporting the next generation of providers as one of the most meaningful ways she serves her community. Dr. Natalie has worked with clients of all ages int he past and supports supervises with practice across the age span.

MA, LMFT

Molly Gurovitsch,

Psychotherapist,

pronouns: she/her

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of those set by Mindful Way Counseling, LLC.
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Molly brings curiosity, warmth, humor, and patience to the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where clients feel seen, respected, and supported. She believes that healing begins with honoring your needs as meaningful and worthy of care. Molly strives to provide a non-judgmental environment where each client’s unique experiences, values, and concerns can be deeply understood. Molly offers therapeutic orientations to meet each client’s unique needs. Molly is also a Co-Owner and Anchored Relational (formerly AIR Network) Certified.
Molly typically works 4 days a week seeing clients and completing administrative duties.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a Fully Licensed clinician and charges the “Fully Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, East Carolina University
Bachelors in Psychology, University of Minnesota
With 15+ years of experience in the mental health field, Molly has worked across a variety of settings including crisis response, outpatient mental health, intensive home-based family therapy, community healthcare, and outdoor recreational therapy. She is passionate about helping clients build insight, resilience, and practical tools to navigate life with greater confidence and authenticity.

MA, LMFT

Allison Merriman,

Psychotherapist,

pronouns: she/her

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of those set by Mindful Way Counseling, LLC.
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Allison’s approach is warm, collaborative, client-centered, and grounded in connection with a bit of humor along the way. She believes that effective therapy starts with trust and she works to create a space where clients feel safe, seen, and supported. Allison will follow a client’s lead when it comes to goals for therapy and she will always be honest with clients – offering ideas, reflections, and gentle challenges – as they work together. Allison supports each client in a way that fits their unique story and goals, drawing from a variety of therapeutic approaches. She pays close attention to how the mind and body work together because what we feel emotionally often shows up physically, too. Trauma can live in the body long after the events have passed. Our nervous systems carry stories from our experiences, even when we cannot put them into words. So, Allison incorporates body awareness into therapy and helps clients tune into their bodies’ signals and reactions. Allison welcomes and affirms people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences – including all races, cultures, bodies, sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship structures. Everyone deserves a space where they feel respected and understood. Allison is also a Board Approved supervisor.
Allison typically works 4 days per week. Allison is also a board approved supervisor.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a Fully Licensed clinician and charges the “Fully Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Masters in Counseling Psychology with Family Psychology Concentration, University of St. Thomas
Bachelors in Psychology, Gustavus Adolphus College
Allison has worked in the mental health field for 20 years with a strong focus on trauma healing. Her work experience includes providing therapy services in community corrections, children’s shelters, residential treatment, DBT programs, and outpatient mental health in medical clinics and private practice settings.

MA, LMFT

Matt Merriman,

Psychotherapist,

pronouns: he/him

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of those set by Mindful Way Counseling, LLC.
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Matt approaches therapy from the perspective that each client is their own best expert. As such, Matt utilizes the metaphor of therapy as a vehicle, with you (the client) in the driver’s seat. You have the steering wheel, and the gas and brake pedals. Together, you and Matt will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan, which will serve as the roadmap to pave the way to the destination of your choosing. Matt will be in the passenger seat alongside you, serving as navigator to humbly assist you in your journey. As a good navigator, he will pay attention to your potential blind spots and help you notice them. In the end, your journey belongs to you, and Matt will do his best to help you reach your destination. Matt welcomes spiritual and faith-based perspectives in his practice. Whether you want to integrate your beliefs into your healing journey or are actively wrestling with questions and struggles around faith, he provides a supportive, non-judgmental space for your experience and exploration.
Matt is offering appointments 4 days per week.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a Fully Licensed clinician and charges the “Fully Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Master of Arts in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy, Adler Graduate School
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Minnesota
Matt has two decades of experience working as a mental health therapist. His professional background includes providing individual, group, couples, and family therapy in a wide range of settings including in-home, intensive outpatient programs, residential treatment, substance use programs, medical clinics, and outpatient therapy clinics.

Intern

Kaitlin Eto,

Clinical Social Work,

pronouns: she/her

Master's Level Psychotherapy Intern

Now accepting clients for her intern year.
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Kaitlin takes a warm and empathetic approach to therapy and believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is vital to the process. She strives to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel comfortable being themselves, sharing their stories, and exploring what brings them to therapy. Kaitlin sees clients as the experts in their own lives and growth, and considers it a privilege to learn their stories, and support them along the way. She uses a strengths-based approach and hopes to help clients recognize their own strengths and feel empowered in their ability to navigate life’s challenges. She also believes in the importance of mental maintenance and making the time to slow down, check in with ourselves, and care for our mental and emotional well-being before life feels like too much. Kaitlin aims to meet clients with empathy, authenticity, respect, and genuine care, while making room for laughter and humor when it feels right. She welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and brings a calm, positive energy to the therapy space. Life gets hard and sometimes you just need someone to walk it with you.
Kaitlin typically works with clients 2.5-3 days a week. Kaitlin is working toward a Master’s Degree and is working under the supervision of Franceska Moua, LICSW.

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a supervised clinician and charges the “Intern” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

In Progress: Masters in Social Work, University of St. Thomas
Bachelors in Psychology, University of Minnesota
Kaitlin has completed a prior internship in the Autism Day Treatment program at St. David’s Therapeutic Center, supporting mental health practitioners in play therapy, using Greenspan Floortime Play Therapy. She gained experience in this child-led play therapy to support regulation, engagement, and communication. She has also spent 15+ years working in the restaurant and service industry.

MSW, LGSW

Ellie Brice,

Psychotherapist,

pronouns: she/her

Independent Contractor

As a contractor, this provider may set separate or additional policies outside of those set by Mindful Way Counseling, LLC.
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Ellie leads with empathetic listening and works to ensure her clients feel empowered and seen. She understands the importance of truly understanding her clients in order to provide therapy effectively. Ellie strives to provide an open-minded and nonjudgmental space where her clients can feel safe and heard. She believes that each client is the author of their own story, and her role is to listen with care, understand their narrative, and offer support along the way. Clients can also expect humor to be a part of the process when appropriate, as Ellie believes connection and authenticity are important parts of healing and growth. Ellie welcomes clients of all backgrounds and identities, including all races, sexual orientations, gender identities, relationship structures, and cultures. Ellie has a special interest in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, those exploring identity and self-acceptance, women’s health, as well as athletes, musicians, and other high-performing individuals.
Ellie typically works with clients 4-5 days a week. Provider has a Master’s Degree and is working under the supervision of Andrea Patten, LICSW while she works to obtain an independent clinical licensure (LICSW).

Payment & Insurance Information:

For Private Pay Clients: Provider is a supervised clinician and charges the “Pre-Licensed” Fee.

Information about fees can be found here. 

We do not participate with or bill to Hennepin Health, Tricare, or Medicare Plans, even if a plan is associated with a company we are in network with, or if you have a secondary insurance with a company we are in network with. 

Independently licensed providers work with very limited number of EAPs, and insurance participation does not guarantee specific EAP network coverage. **Supervised clinicians cannot accept any EAP benefits.**

Always check with your insurance to be sure that we are in network.  ** For supervised providers, all insurances are billed at full insurance rates under the supervisor’s name and license, and reimbursed at the insurance contracted rates**

Do you have questions about how insurance coverage works? Check out our FAQs and Understanding Insurance 101 guide. 

Experience: ​

Masters in Social Work, University of St. Thomas
Bachelors in Social Work, University of Wisconsin, River Falls
Ellie completed multiple internships, including completing her Master’s clinical internship at Mindful Way Counseling. She also completed an internship in a school social work setting, where she worked one-on-one with students, ran emotional regulation groups, and assisted with behavioral social support groups. Ellie also played hockey for all four years of college at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls.