Creatives (artists / musicians / actors)

Population: Creatives (artists / musicians / actors)

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.

MSW, LICSW

Franceska Moua,

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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Franceska ensures that clients receive unconditional care, authenticity, respect for client’s unique stories, nurtures the environment to promote trust and safety, and leaves space for humor. She embraces the strengths and diversity of each client and believes it is a privilege to walk with clients as they navigate the challenges and joys of life and recognizes that they are the expert in their experience. She believes that therapy is not only for when people are experiencing challenges, but also to prepare for when new ones arise. Franceska is a bi-racial Asian-Caucasian woman, who is passionate about racial and ethnic diversity, equity, and inclusion. She understands the unique barriers to acculturation and has a deep understanding of the impacts of multilayered systemic oppression and is committed to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. Franceska has a special interest in working with those who have been historically underserved and marginalized such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and mixed-race individuals, as well as individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. Outside the therapy space, Franceska is interested in social policy and research. In her free time, she enjoys crafting, listening to podcasts, and going on walks at lakes. Franceska is also a clinical supervisor.
Franceska typically works with clients 4 days a week. Franceska also supervises a social work intern, Kaitlin Eto.

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, St. Catherine University
Bachelors in Social Work, St. Catherine University
Franceska completed multiple internships, including completing her Master’s clinical internship at Mindful Way Counseling. She also completed an internship doing case management in a hospital setting and worked with college students navigating the Social Work program and leadership opportunities supporting student’s professional growth. She served a 2-year elected term as the At-Large Membership Representative on the NASW-MN Board of Directors (2022), and prior to that she was a board member and participated in the Racial Justice, Membership, and Annual Event Planning Committees. In addition to her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, she minored in a closely related field of Sociology and Critical Studies of Race and Ethnicity. Mindful Way Counseling is extremely proud to announce that Franceska received an award in 2022, during her intern year at Mindful Way Counseling, for MSW Student Leader of the Year Award presented by the National Association of Social Workers Minnesota Chapter (NASW-MN). Franceska has also supervised interns for several years.

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.

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.