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Our Therapists
--Elisabeth Emmerich, MA, LPCC, RPT
--Marina Mitcheltree, MA, LPCC
--Laura Muench, MSW, LICSW
FAQs
Join Our Team
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8 Benefits of Therapy Intensives: Why Longer Sessions Can Lead to Faster Progress
Maggie Schneider 7/24/26 Maggie Schneider 7/24/26

8 Benefits of Therapy Intensives: Why Longer Sessions Can Lead to Faster Progress

Discover the benefits of therapy intensives, how they compare to weekly therapy, and who they're best for. Learn why longer sessions can lead to deeper healing and faster progress.

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Why Your Child's Behavior Triggers You More Than You'd Like to Admit
Elisabeth Emmerich 7/17/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 7/17/26

Why Your Child's Behavior Triggers You More Than You'd Like to Admit

Do you feel triggered by your child's behavior? Learn why it happens, practical trauma-informed parenting strategies, and how to respond with more calm, connection, and confidence.

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The Mental Load of Parenting: Why You're Exhausted Even When You're Doing Everything Right
Elisabeth Emmerich 6/22/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 6/22/26

The Mental Load of Parenting: Why You're Exhausted Even When You're Doing Everything Right

Explore the mental load of parenting and its effects on family dynamics. Learn strategies to manage stress and foster healthier relationships.

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How to Help an Autistic Child with Anxiety Disorders and Autism
Elisabeth Emmerich 6/8/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 6/8/26

How to Help an Autistic Child with Anxiety Disorders and Autism

Learn about anxiety in autism, common triggers, coping skills, separation anxiety, and practical strategies to support children with autism and anxiety. Serving families in Eden Prairie and the Twin Cities area.

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Why Children with Autism Struggle with Emotional Regulation and Autism Meltdowns
Elisabeth Emmerich 5/15/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 5/15/26

Why Children with Autism Struggle with Emotional Regulation and Autism Meltdowns

Learn why children with autism struggle with emotional regulation, what causes autism meltdowns, and how therapists help kids manage big emotions, anxiety, and sensory overwhelm.

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What Are Social Skills? A Child Therapist Explains Why They Matter More Than You Think
Elisabeth Emmerich 5/10/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 5/10/26

What Are Social Skills? A Child Therapist Explains Why They Matter More Than You Think

Learn what social skills are, social skills examples for kids, and the difference between interpersonal skills vs social skills from a child therapist’s perspective. Discover how therapy and social skills groups can help children build confidence, communication, and friendships in Eden Prairie and the Twin Cities area.

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Play Therapy for ADHD in Kids: What It Looks Like and How It Helps
Elisabeth Emmerich 4/24/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 4/24/26

Play Therapy for ADHD in Kids: What It Looks Like and How It Helps

Learn how play therapy helps children with ADHD build focus, emotional regulation, and confidence. Serving families in Eden Prairie and the Twin Cities area.

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Confident Parenting: How to Build Confidence Even When You Feel Like You’re Getting It Wrong
Elisabeth Emmerich 4/17/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 4/17/26

Confident Parenting: How to Build Confidence Even When You Feel Like You’re Getting It Wrong

Discover practical strategies for confident parenting that foster resilience in your children. Read the article to nurture strong, adaptable kids today.

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The Benefits of Boredom in Kids: Why Downtime Is Good for Your Child’s Brain
Elisabeth Emmerich 3/27/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 3/27/26

The Benefits of Boredom in Kids: Why Downtime Is Good for Your Child’s Brain

Is boredom good for kids? A child therapist explains the benefits of boredom for kids, how downtime improves creative thinking, and why limiting screen time supports healthy brain development.

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Bullying in Schools: What Parents Can Do If Their Child Is Being Bullied — or Bullying Others
Elisabeth Emmerich 3/20/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 3/20/26

Bullying in Schools: What Parents Can Do If Their Child Is Being Bullied — or Bullying Others

Learn the warning signs of bullying in schools, review cyberbullying statistics, and discover therapist-backed strategies to help if your child is being bullied—or bullying others.

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Helping Kids Transition to Summer: Parenting Tips for Managing Summer Routines and Behavior
Elisabeth Emmerich 3/13/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 3/13/26

Helping Kids Transition to Summer: Parenting Tips for Managing Summer Routines and Behavior

Struggling with the transition to summer? Learn why behavior issues in kids during summer are common and discover therapist-approved parenting tips for summer routines that help families stay calm, connected, and enjoy the season.

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy Pros and Cons: How It Works and How It Compares to EMDR
Elisabeth Emmerich 3/6/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 3/6/26

Accelerated Resolution Therapy Pros and Cons: How It Works and How It Compares to EMDR

Learn how Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) works, its pros and cons, costs, and how it compares to EMDR for treating trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD.

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EMDR Therapy for Children with Trauma: What Parents Need to Know
Elisabeth Emmerich 2/26/26 Elisabeth Emmerich 2/26/26

EMDR Therapy for Children with Trauma: What Parents Need to Know

Learn how EMDR therapy helps children process trauma and PTSD. Explore benefits, costs, pros and cons, and how to find a certified EMDR therapist.

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When Your Past Shows Up in Your Parenting: How to Break Parenting Patterns
Elisabeth Emmerich 11/6/25 Elisabeth Emmerich 11/6/25

When Your Past Shows Up in Your Parenting: How to Break Parenting Patterns

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How to Recognize and Manage Mom Rage: Practical Tips for Overcoming Parenting Anger
Elisabeth Emmerich 11/5/24 Elisabeth Emmerich 11/5/24

How to Recognize and Manage Mom Rage: Practical Tips for Overcoming Parenting Anger

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Navigating the Back-to-School Transition: A Therapist's Guide for Anxious Kids and Moms
Elisabeth Emmerich 9/6/23 Elisabeth Emmerich 9/6/23

Navigating the Back-to-School Transition: A Therapist's Guide for Anxious Kids and Moms

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Am I a Good Parent? How to Stop Negative Parenting Thoughts
Elisabeth Emmerich 1/11/23 Elisabeth Emmerich 1/11/23

Am I a Good Parent? How to Stop Negative Parenting Thoughts

Do you wonder if you are a good parent? We have all worried if we are making the right choices for our kids. But what if this question is haunting you?

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How to Practice Gratitude as a Parent
Elisabeth Emmerich 11/24/22 Elisabeth Emmerich 11/24/22

How to Practice Gratitude as a Parent

Practicing gratitude is more than just speaking words; it’s an action that is changing you from the inside out.

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Tired of Anxiety? Why Anxiety and Fatigue Go Hand in Hand
Elisabeth Emmerich 11/18/22 Elisabeth Emmerich 11/18/22

Tired of Anxiety? Why Anxiety and Fatigue Go Hand in Hand

We know that our current world has many anxiety-provoking realities that can feel overwhelming, unbearable, and exhausting. So how do we calm our worried minds?

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How to Survive the Holidays: 3 Tips for a Stress-Free Season
Elisabeth Emmerich 11/11/22 Elisabeth Emmerich 11/11/22

How to Survive the Holidays: 3 Tips for a Stress-Free Season

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