Mental Health Services
Dedicated to excellence in psychological practice, we use knowledge of empirical literature and proven psychological techniques in the development a treatment plan to offer a highly personalized, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual or family.
Individual Sessions
Various approaches are utilized during individual sessions to address client concerns.
- We have expertise in treating anxiety and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is an effective treatment that assists clients in identifying the link between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and teaches them healthier thinking strategies, relaxation techniques, and coping skills.
- Several of our therapists have specific training and certification to assist those who have been through traumatic experiences, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
- We are also proficient in Exposure/Response Prevention (ERP) approaches for OCD treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for emotional dysregulation, self-harm, and suicidal thinking, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Group Therapy
TRAUMA INFORMED YOGA GROUP
Each course will include psychosocial education on trauma, including how it is stored in the body and safe strategies for coping with trauma symptoms. Additionally, there will be a guided, gentle yoga practice designed to increase self regulation through body awareness and connection. No experience necessary! This group will be open to clients over the age of 16.
Co-led by Chelsea Schrunk Crivello, MSW, LICSW and Sara Zimmerman MSW, LICSW, RYT-200
WHERE: Edina office in the conference room on the 1st floor.
COST:
*If you are new to Ballard Clinic, you will need to schedule an intake appointment to gather background information*
LGBTQ+ & GENDER EXPANSIVE GROUP
This group is an affirming, non-judgmental space for queer and gender expansive teens to come together to process experiences unique to their community. With a therapist facilitating, teens are able to explore and process topics unique to the LGBTQIA+ community. Topics may include (but are not limited to): gender or sexuality exploration, navigating interpersonal relationships, how to cope with stigmas, coming out, transitioning, identity expression, and being an advocate for yourself and your community.
WHEN:
High and Middle School Group Combined:
PARENT GROUP FOR GENDER EXPANSIVE YOUTH
This group is for parents who have a child of any age in or exploring the LGBTQIA+ community. With a therapist facilitating, parents explore and process topics including but not limited to: vocabulary to support youth, identifying signs of bullying, parent's emotions and how to talk to their youth about being in the LGBTQIA+ community, and thinking through gender-affirming medical interventions for youth.
WHEN:
HOW TO GET STARTED:
If interested, please call Ballard Clinic’s business office at 612-787-2344
*If you are new to Ballard Clinic, you will need to schedule an intake appointment to gather background information*
Each course will include psychosocial education on trauma, including how it is stored in the body and safe strategies for coping with trauma symptoms. Additionally, there will be a guided, gentle yoga practice designed to increase self regulation through body awareness and connection. No experience necessary! This group will be open to clients over the age of 16.
Co-led by Chelsea Schrunk Crivello, MSW, LICSW and Sara Zimmerman MSW, LICSW, RYT-200
- Chelsea is a therapist with expertise in the areas of trauma, anxiety and depression. She is nationally certified in TF-CBT and trained in EMDR (through the EMDRIA Association).
- Sara is a child/adolescent therapist specializing in anxiety, depression and eating disorders. She is a certified yoga teacher and has taught both kids and adult yoga for many years.
WHERE: Edina office in the conference room on the 1st floor.
COST:
- In-Network with BCBS, Aetna, and PreferredOne + $20 out of pocket per session
- Out-of-Network rate: $70 per session
*If you are new to Ballard Clinic, you will need to schedule an intake appointment to gather background information*
LGBTQ+ & GENDER EXPANSIVE GROUP
This group is an affirming, non-judgmental space for queer and gender expansive teens to come together to process experiences unique to their community. With a therapist facilitating, teens are able to explore and process topics unique to the LGBTQIA+ community. Topics may include (but are not limited to): gender or sexuality exploration, navigating interpersonal relationships, how to cope with stigmas, coming out, transitioning, identity expression, and being an advocate for yourself and your community.
WHEN:
High and Middle School Group Combined:
- Saturdays, 1:00-2:00pm weekly starting February 4, 2023 - June 3, 2023
- Led by Erika Nelson, MA, LPCC in Suite 445 of Edina clinic
PARENT GROUP FOR GENDER EXPANSIVE YOUTH
This group is for parents who have a child of any age in or exploring the LGBTQIA+ community. With a therapist facilitating, parents explore and process topics including but not limited to: vocabulary to support youth, identifying signs of bullying, parent's emotions and how to talk to their youth about being in the LGBTQIA+ community, and thinking through gender-affirming medical interventions for youth.
WHEN:
- Wednesdays 11:30am-12:30pm led by Melanie Litman-Morris, MA, LMFT
- Every other week, starting January 11, 2023 through April 19, 2023 (8 sessions)
- A combination of some weeks in person at the Edina clinic and some weeks telehealth
HOW TO GET STARTED:
If interested, please call Ballard Clinic’s business office at 612-787-2344
*If you are new to Ballard Clinic, you will need to schedule an intake appointment to gather background information*