Whitney Wessels MSW, LICSW

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I use validation, humor, and honest communication to explore emotions and develop a secure, comfortable space.

Clinical Social Worker in Lake Elmo, MN

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About My Clients

My background is with couples, children (2+), and parents. I specialize working alongside people diagnosed with serious illness (specifically cancer and childhood cancer) and their caregivers, as well as medical professionals and students. I also specialized in anxiety, self doubt, and self esteem concerns. Couple counseling and parent/child work are also predominate areas of focus in my practice.

My Background and Approach

In sessions, I help my clients reflect on current stressors and soothe past hurts. Throughout sessions, clients connect emotionally, establish new patterns of interaction, and re-develop a secure base with loved ones. I draw from a range of clinical approaches to promote insight and access emotions. I'm an Emotion Focused Therapist and a Certified Gottman Therapist. I pull from these relational approaches to alleviate relationship distress and halt conflict cycles. I use a trauma informed lens and utilize Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) strategies to improve daily coping.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I'm a social worker who's practice, like all social workers, is rooted in all social justice movements. I'm a kink affirming, sex positive, polymerous and consensual non-monogamy friendly therapist. All are welcome here!

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
MSW, LICSW, State of Minnesota · #23464
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
12 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Medica Health Plans
  • Health Partners
  • BlueCross of Minnesota Medicaid
  • Minnesota Medical Assistance
  • UCare

Hours & Availability

In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

8530 Eagle Pointe Blvd Suite 100
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(763) 328-0606

Access & Transport

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 44.9540011°, -92.9314874°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 12 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $200/session

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8530 Eagle Pointe Blvd Suite 100
Lake Elmo, MN 55042

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