team support

Sarah Clarke, MA, LPCC

professional development

As a professional consultant at Flourish, Sarah empowers our therapists to enhance their skills, expand their practices, and achieve personal and professional fulfillment. Through her commitment to professional excellence, Sarah continues to shape the mental health landscape by supporting our team in their journey toward fulfilling and successful therapy practices.

Sarah is a lovely human being slowly being driven a little bit crazy by her two small children. She knows way too much about Harry Potter and loves having the house to herself.

We are truly honored to have her as part of the Flourish team. She is a bubble of joy who is grounded in honesty and thoughtfulness.

the counselors

Jill Wagner, MA, LICSW

clinical director, professional counselor

Jill is a licensed clinical social worker licensed by the MN Board of Social Work and is an approved supervisor by her MN Board of Social Work. She received her master’s degree in social work from Saint Cloud State University in 2015. She works with adults in all stages and changes in life, particularly those struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and adjustment. Jill is dedicated to the philosophy of ‘meeting a client where they are at’, meaning getting to know each individual’s personality, needs, and goals in order to assist each person in working towards the life they want to lead. Jill is committed to providing evidenced-based therapeutic support in a respectful and individualized manner that considers the various aspects of well-being including the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational selves.

Fun facts about Jill: She is an avid dog lover, enjoys hiking, lives for caramel lattes, likes to uplift and empower women, gobbles up any and all books, and travels to the North Shore at least once a year.

Jill provides counseling and support for the following:

Anxiety
Depression
Bi-Polar
Grief and Loss
Self-Esteem
Life Transitions
Relationship Counseling
Body-Image
LGBTQIA+
Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Trauma and Abuse Recovery

Irene Kruger, MA, LPCC

yoga director, professional counselor

Irene is a licensed professional clinical counselor licensed by the MN Board of Behavioral Health. She received her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Thomas University in May of 2015. She is a 200-hour trained yoga instructor and has also been certified in trauma-informed yoga.

She believes in transparency to build trust and in taking a client centered approach to treatment; Irene works alongside her clients to build a plan for healing that best serves the client, while remaining evidence-based and within the scope of her practice.

Irene enjoys being outdoors, loves every season equally, and can be found sitting on her stoop in the spring, summer, and fall with a cup of coffee and a good book. Winters are for big blankets and watching the snow fall. Family, friends, and her dogs (not always in that order) are her main priorities. She also is an avid Yogi and CrossFitter.

Irene provides counseling and support for the following:

Anxiety
Depression
Bi-Polar
Grief and Loss
Self-Esteem
Body Transitions
Life Transitions
Body-Image
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and Abuse Recovery

Natalee Campbell, LPS, LPCC, LADC

professional counselor

Natalee is a licensed professional clinical counselor licensed by the MN Board of Behavioral Health. She received her master’s degree with a focused in Integrated Behavioral Health from University of Minnesota.

Skilled in compassionate treatment of co-occurring disorders and trauma, including EMDR therapy, Natalee has extensive experience with help individuals navigate their mental health story.

Natalee provides counseling and support for the following:

Anxiety
Depression
Bi-Polar
Grief and Loss
Self-Esteem
Life Transitions
Body-Image
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and Abuse Recovery

DVW

Dora Von Wald, MA, LICSW

professional counselor

Dora is a license clinical social worker licensed by the MN Board of Social work. Dora received her master’s degree in social work from Winona State University in 2022.

Dora believes in building a trusting and safe relationship with her clients and working together towards the life her clients want to lead using evidenced-based, therapeutic support. Dora considers all the various aspects of human well-being including the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational selves. She works with adults in all stages and changes in life.

Dora loves laughing especially with her friends and family. She enjoys a well-written memoir or novel, various crafting and art mediums, making spaces around her calm, cozy, and aesthetically pleasing, and eating really good food.

Dora provides counseling and support for the following:

Trauma and Abuse Recovery
Disordered Eating
Body Image
Self-Esteem
LGBTQIA+
Adjustment

Juanita Bateman, MA, PMH-C

clinical trainee

Juanita's expertise in counseling and psychological services was honed during her master's degree at Saint Mary's University and her practicum hours at Flourish Counseling. Her diverse experience includes supporting individuals from all walks of life, but her true specialization is in the perinatal period. This is further validated by her certification as a perinatal mental health professional through Postpartum Support International. Her gentle, yet practical approach is inspired by her experiences as a childbirth educator, lactation counselor, and doula.

In her practice she incorporates person-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches to foster acceptance and facilitate change. She offers compassion, understanding and a safe space to heal. Juanita believes that individuals can develop insight, tools, and the wisdom within to navigate life's experiences.

Juanita provides counseling and support for the following:

Baby Blues
Transition to Postpartum and Parenthood
Infertility and Baby Loss
PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and obsessive-compulsive disorders)
Traumatic birth and recovery
Trauma and Abuse Recovery
Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQIA+
Life Transitions

Lindsey Peterson, MA, LICSW

professional counselor

Lindsey is a clinical social worker licensed by the MN Board of Social Work and an approved supervisor by the MN Board of Social Work. She received a master’s degree in social work from the University of North Dakota in 2015. Lindsey is committed to providing client-centered care encompassing all aspects of well-being, including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational selves. She believes in using empathy, trust, humor, and transparency to build therapeutic relationships and provide evidence-based therapeutic support. Lindsey works with adults in all stages and changes in life.

Lindsey enjoys staying active, strengthening friendships, bonding with her dog, and volunteering. She travels occasionally and finds peace at the lake.

Lindsey provides counseling and support for the following:

Grief and Loss
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Pregnancy and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Trauma and Abuse Recovery
LGBTQIA+
Cancer and oncology
Self-Esteem
Adjustment

Kathryn Estes,MA Student

clinical trainee

Kathryn is pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Adams State University in Alamosa, CO, and is completing her practicum at Flourish. She is interested in trauma therapy and plans to pursue certification in EMDR and brain-spotting post-graduation. She resonates with a person-centered approach to therapy and believes in the healing power of a supportive therapeutic relationship marked by mutuality and respect. She strives to create a safe and affirming environment where clients can cultivate self-awareness, facilitate positive change, and feel empowered to live their most authentic lives.

Kate enjoys traveling and reading anything but a textbook when she's not busy with school or work. She also loves a good board games and puzzles.

Kate provides counseling and support for the following:

Trauma
Relationship Counseling
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Life Transitions
Body Image
Grief
LGBTQIA+
Trauma and Abuse Recovery

Erin Barta,MA Student

clinical trainee

Erin joins Flourish as a clinical trainee while she completes her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. Her transition to the mental health field stems from her years of experience working with immigrants and refugees, where she witnessed the profound impacts of trauma and the transformative power of healing. She firmly believes that everyone needs support, particularly during times of personal growth and change.

Erin is committed to fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to come as they are. She offers whole-person care tailored to the unique circumstances, goals, and well-being of each individual.

She works with adults of all ages, from all walks of life.

Erin provides counseling and support for the following:

· Depression

· Anxiety

· Trauma

· Life Transitions

· Grief & Loss

· LGBTQIA+

· Relationship Counseling

Outside of work and school, Erin likes to drink too much coffee, walk her dog, and learn the names of the birds in her backyard. Her favorite things are to laugh with her family and play duets on the piano.

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