Our Therapists

       Stephanie is a licensed marriage and family therapist who completed her masters degree at Northcentral University.  Stephanie is passionate about helping others is very involved with the community and local 4H club.  Stephanie enjoys working with families, adolescents and young adults typically over the age of 8.  

       Stephanie often incorporates pet assisted therapy into sessions with her two toy Australian Shepherds, Zoey and Tripp,  and also utilizes equine assisted therapy.  

      Stephanie uses systems and experiential approaches assisted by CBT as well as non traditional therapeutic elements such as art and sandtray therapy.   Stephanie has also been trained in EMDR 

    Theresa pursued her education at the University of North Dakota for her bachelor’s degree psychology. She earned her Master’s degree from Winona State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Theresa is a Trained psychometrist and is  trained in EMDR. 

       Theresa works with children, adolescents, families, and adults.  Theresa enjoys using non-traditional therapeutic interventions, such as play therapy and art therapy. Theresa’s approach to therapy is person-centered, warm, empathetic and finding client’s strengths. 

     Morgan attended St. Cloud State University where she received undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Community Psychology with an emphasis on counseling. Morgan received a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. Morgan's experience includes working with families, adults, adolescents, and children in many different roles in the mental health field. 

     Morgan's approach to counseling has a basis in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and pulls from various other theories in order to address clients' needs with a focus on creating a comfortable atmosphere for clients to develop healthy coping skills and a more positive view of themselves and their world.

     Outside of work, Morgan enjoys spending time with family, gardening, and reading.

 Christine pursued her undergraduate education from Metropolitan State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Christine graduated from Simmons University  with a Master’s degree in Social Work. Christine has previous work experience completing ABA therapy with children on the autism spectrum, mental health case management, and mental health group therapy. Christine works primarily with adolescents and adults. Her approach is person centered, humanistic, and strengths based. She values the diversity and uniqueness of each individual’s story  

I am a mental health counselor who graduated from St. Cloud State University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2020. I have close to twenty years working in the mental health field serving various populations and performing various functions. This would include working as a community-based practitioner providing ARMHS services and working for the State of Minnesota as a case manager in a residential facility that provided rehabilitation to clients with co-occurring mental health and chemical dependency diagnosis. I have a wide range of experience working with clients who have experienced trauma, been diagnosed with dual chemical dependency and mental health issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. I also have interest and success in addressing self-esteem, self-compassion, boundary setting, grief and loss, women’s issues, and self-empowerment. I tend to individualize treatment to clients needs with experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution Based Therapy. 

      Dr. Paulson is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is qualified to see individuals across the lifespan.

        She received a diploma in Nursing from Ridgewater College, a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Southwest Marshall State University, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from The College of St. Scholastica. She is Board Certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is licensed as an advanced practice nurse through the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

      Dr. Paulson has practiced extensively with both adolescents and adults with mental health and substance use conditions in inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings. Her comprehensive, clinical approach includes the client, their support systems, and an interdisciplinary team. This approach promotes wellness, including cultural and environmental considerations. When appropriate, Dr. Paulson's practice includes lifestyle adjustments and medications. Her clinical interests include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, sleep issues, and mental health promotion. 

        Dr. Paulson is a current member of The American Psychiatric Nurses Association, The American Nurses Association, The American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and The Minnesota Nurses Association.

       Her hobbies and interests include spending time with her husband, two children, extended family, and friends, camping, gardening, and enjoying summer days at the lake.  

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Ken pursued his education at Central Lakes College and holds a degree in photography. He enjoys marketing and advertising for True Balance and making sure all of us stay on our toes! In his spare time Ken enjoys all things Powersports including repairing and driving classic cars and drag racing motorcycles.