Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Bemidji, MN
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Embodied Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPCC, CIEC, CCTP
As a fat, sex positive therapist: I am committed to expanding the safety and autonomy for all folks, in all bodies, of all genders and identities. I specialize in working with neurodivergent folks and highly sensative people.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bemidji, MN (Online Only)
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Michael Brustein
Psychologist, Psy.D
Often, perfectionistic and high-striving individuals are both curious about therapy and ambivalent about seeking it. They may feel excited by the possibility of understanding themselves more deeply, while also unsettled by the idea of asking for help with one’s own mind. For people who are used to being competent, self-reliant, and in control, therapy can feel exposing at first.
Michael helps clients understand this hesitation not as resistance, but as part of the work itself: the wish to grow alongside the fear of needing anything at all. Many clients become more comfortable once they see that therapy is not simply about “talking about feelings,” but about learning to observe the mind with more honesty and precision.
Therapy becomes a disciplined space for reflection, which itself can be a powerful tool for developing emotional clarity, self-awareness, and greater freedom in how one responds to pressure, relationships, and oneself. Michael is also attentive to the ways thoughtful, high-striving people can use insight, analysis, mindfulness, or even spiritual ideas to move around painful emotional material rather than through it. When this pattern is noticed early, it can be addressed directly and compassionately, helping therapy remain grounded, emotionally honest, and clinically useful.
22 Years Experience
Online in Bemidji, MN (Online Only)
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Dr. Weston Donaldson
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
As an LGBTQ+ person, you've probably gotten pretty good at figuring things out for yourself. But then life throws you a curveball you can't simply think your way through, problem-solve your way out of, or grit your teeth and muscle through forever.
Maybe you're grieving someone you lost - or something that others don't even recognize as a loss. Maybe your relationship has changed, your health isn't what it used to be, or you're caring for someone you love and wondering how much longer you can keep going. You may be functioning just fine on the outside, while feeling pretty damn exhausted on the inside.
I'm Dr. Weston Donaldson, a gay psychologist and founder of Proud Heart Therapy Services, LLC. I help LGBTQ+ adults coping with grief, loss, trauma, and complicated transitions that come with getting older. Being part of the queer community means I bring a familiarity with our relationships, chosen families, histories, and experiences that can make these challenges more complex. You shouldn't have to spend your therapy sessions explaining why your relationships matter or why a particular loss has hit you so hard.
For me, the magic sauce of therapy is relationship. You can bring the messy feelings, the contradictions, the things you're not sure you're supposed to say out loud. My job isn't to tell you how you should feel or hand you a generic set of coping skills. It's to help you understand what's happening, reconnect with your own wisdom, and figure out what you want your life to look from here on out.
You don't have to stop grieving, have everything figured out, or know exactly what you need before reaching out. If you're tired of going through this time alone, let's talk. I'd be glad to hear what's going on and see whether we're a good fit.
12 Years Experience
Online in Bemidji, MN (Online Only)
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Bridget Couderc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, Owner
With over 14 years of experience supporting individuals aged 12 and older, I approach care from a deeply client-focused perspective. My priority is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, one that honors each person's unique journey and fosters meaningful progress toward their goals.
Whether we are working toward solutions or navigating the complexities of acceptance, I believe both change and acknowledgment are powerful and valid paths. I strive to meet you exactly where you are, offering support, insight, and compassion at every stage of your therapeutic process.
13 Years Experience
Online in Bemidji, MN
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Melissa LaCour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Most people who find their way to my practice have already tried to figure things out on their own. They've read the books, talked to friends, maybe even seen a therapist before. And somewhere along the way they realized that what they actually need isn't more information — it's a space where they can finally be honest about what's really going on.That's what I try to offer.I'm an adoptee, a former marathon runner, a person who has changed careers and navigated loss and started over more than once. I don't bring my story into the room to make therapy about me. But I do bring it as evidence that I understand, in a real way, what it feels like to sit with hard questions about who you are and where you belong.My work is warm and direct. I won't validate you into stagnation or challenge you without compassion. I'll tell you the truth, sit with you in the uncomfortable, and help you build the kind of self-knowledge that actually changes how you move through the world.I work with adults, athletes, and families navigating adoption, relationships, life transitions, and the mental side of athletic performance. I see clients in person in Lafayette, Louisiana, and via telehealth throughout Louisiana, Ohio, and Minnesota.If you've been looking for a therapist who will actually engage with your whole story — not just the presenting problem — I'd love to talk.
8 Years Experience
Online in Bemidji, MN
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Bemidji, MN Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Bemidji, MN average 13 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Stress (73%), and Depression (70%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Stress |
| 70% | Depression |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Self Esteem |
| 54% | Social Anxiety |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 43% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Hispanic / Latino |