Therapy for Women in Minnesota Navigating Life Transitions


Support for Career Changes, Parenthood, Divorce, Grief, Midlife, and Personal Growth

Life Can Change Fast—And Sometimes You’re Left Wondering Who You Are Now


Some life transitions come with a warning. Others hit you like a freight train. Whether planned or unexpected, big life changes can leave you feeling off-balance, unsure, or even unrecognizable to yourself.

Maybe you just left a relationship or job.
Maybe you’re navigating motherhood or adjusting to life without kids at home.
Maybe you’re grieving someone you loved, or who you used to be.

Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to figure it out alone. This is a space to pause, process, and regain your footing.

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Therapy for Life Transitions and Major Changes

As a woman navigating big life changes—whether you're in your 20s figuring out who you are, or in your 60s redefining what’s next. You may be:

  • Changing careers, reentering the workforce, or feeling lost after losing a job

  • Going through a divorce, breakup, or major relationship change

  • Becoming a mother or adjusting to parenting

  • Facing an empty nest, a move, or a big lifestyle change

  • Grieving the loss of a person, a dream, or part of yourself

  • Asking, “What now?” and feeling stuck between the past and the unknown

These transitions can be disorienting. But they can also be an opening—a chance to reshape your life with intention and self-trust.

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What Therapy Can Help With

  • Emotional clarity and support through grief, anxiety, or overwhelm

  • Building coping tools to manage stress and uncertainty

  • Strengthening your boundaries and communication

  • Reconnecting with your purpose, values, and identity

  • Feeling grounded, confident, and back in control of your next chapter

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How We Will Work Together

As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I offer more than surface-level support. I take a personalized approach to help you unpack what’s weighing you down—without judgment, pressure, or sugarcoating.

Therapy with me is about real-life stuff: messy emotions, uncertain futures, and the process of figuring it out one honest conversation at a time.

I use evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), combined with a compassionate, practical approach to meet you exactly where you are.

I’ll walk with you through the discomfort, help you understand the changes, and remind you of your strength.

You Are Not Alone

Mental Health Insights on Women In The U.S.


2x

WOMEN VS. MEN

Women in the United States are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety compared to men.

75% vs. 58%

WOMEN VS. MEN

Burnout rates are higher for women, reflecting the greater challenges they face in balancing work and other responsibilities.

Age 40-55

WOMEN

Women face a higher risk of depression due to hormonal changes, life transitions, and added responsibilities.

Session Info & Fees

  • Session Length: 50–55 minutes

  • Individual Therapy: $150–$200 per session

  • Private Pay Available

  • Insurance: I accept major insurance providers. Not sure if yours is covered? Reach out—I’m happy to help.

  • Out-of-Network Benefits: Superbills available upon request if your plan offers reimbursement.

Therapy is an investment in you—your well-being, your relationships, and your peace of mind. Let’s find the option that works best for your needs.

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“Melissa is an amazing therapist. She is down-to-earth, supportive, and brings out the best in people. She helped me so much in processing the grief and trauma I experienced.” 

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You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

Just start. Let’s break down the changes and help you move forward clearly and confidently.