Thu received her Bachelor’s Degree Psychology in 2005 at Winona State University, her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Capella University 2008. Thu Park is an MS, LPCC Certified DBT-Linehan Board of Certification™, and EMDR certified. She has been in the mental health field for 8 years. She wanted to bring some of her passions to life and opened Align Your Soul January 2024. She brings to therapy a safe space that is nonjudgmental, explorative, supportive and curious. She believes in meeting them where they are at in their personal journey.
As a therapist, she focuses on trauma work and individual healing processes.She works with a diverse population (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+) and continuously advocates for inclusion in her methodology. She believes in giving back to under represented populations and aims to integrate her therapy with concepts around DBT, AirNetwork and Somatic Experiencing.
She is a mother of two curious and adventurous young boys who keep her extremely busy. She is an avid world traveler who took five months after graduation to explore different cultures.To recharge from her day-to-day, she loves to be outdoors fishing, hiking, camping, and chasing sunsets at Lake Superior-Northern Minnesota. She hopes to pass along her love for world travel and the outdoors to her children.
Janneu has years of experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma. She has provided services to families, men, women, children, and adolescence while working in a variety of positions including children’s mental health and child protection. Her work in child protection provided insight into the struggles families go through during some of the darkest moments in their lives, while still retaining the knowledge that healing is possible.
Whether clients are working through current or past struggles, Janneu aims to provide an environment conducive to healing and promoting the development of lifelong skills. This is accomplished by utilizing multiple modalities including, but not limited to, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Interactive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
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Janneu believes in providing a safe space for clients to work through their struggles and part of this includes being aware of client diversity. Janneu studied in Germany for four years while obtaining her undergraduate degree and this provided many unique educational and travel experiences enhancing her cultural awareness. She also completed her work study in Thailand, further enriching her cultural exposure. Rochester is vastly diverse, and her international experience has furnished her cultural knowledge in ways that equip her to better understand clients from diverse backgrounds. Aside from her cultural knowledge she also has experience working with LGBTQIA+ youth both professionally and as a former foster care provider.
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Janneu’s primary goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment structured around the client and their goals.
Andretta obtained Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. She has 10 years of experience working with individuals (adults and children), couples, and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Throughout Andretta’s experience working in an inpatient and outpatient setting, she worked to address concerns of mood disorders, anxiety, co-occurring disorders, trauma, grief and loss, family/relational conflict, emotion regulation, suicidal ideation, and self-harming behavior(s). Andretta has experience working in an outpatient setting with individuals who are required to register as predatory offenders. She has a background in child protection with experience in forensic interviewing and has experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals who are BIPOC.
Andretta utilizes the following modalities: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Somatic Internal Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Psychoeducation, and Attachment Based Therapy.
When working with clients, Andretta takes a direct, supportive, and dialectical stance while demonstrating unconditional positive regard to assist individuals with removing barriers that are preventing them from becoming the better version of themselves. Andretta communicates transparently and appreciates transparency from others as she believes this assists with solidifying the foundation of a healthy therapeutic relationship. Andretta is dedicated to being present by walking alongside clients throughout their therapeutic journey to assist them with attaining their goals and building a life worth living.
Kasey graduated with a bachelor’s in social work from Winona State University-Rochester in 2012, and her master's in clinical social work from St. Catherine’s University and St. Thomas University in 2019. She is licensed with the Minnesota Board of Social Work and is a licensing supervisor for non-clinical social work. Kasey has experience treating mental health concerns like, but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Adjustment Disorder, Brain Injury, Mood Disorders, and Trauma-PTSD.
Her client-centered treatment approach integrates the individual’s goals, lifestyle, environment, medical, and nutritional needs to treat the whole person and create space for health and healing.
Kasey is an adventurer, and she loves to be outdoors. She can be found hiking, camping, running, or relaxing beside a fire.
Asha Islaw is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with over 8 years of experience working in clinical therapy, child protection, and nonprofit sectors. She specialize in addressing issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD other health issues, utilizing therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Her commitment to mental health is rooted in a compassionate and empathetic approach, dedicating time to comprehensively understand my clients' life experiences and fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship. Recognizing the complexity of behavioral health concerns, she values collaboration and actively engage clients in problem-solving and tailored treatment plans.
Throughout her career, she has honed her skills in providing support to individuals and families, as well as young adults, navigating the intricate landscape of mental health. Her dedication extends beyond clinical expertise, encompassing a genuine commitment to empowering my clients. She strives to stay attuned to the latest developments in the field, continually expanding my knowledge and skills. With a deep sense of purpose, she endeavors to make a positive impact on the lives of those she serves, fostering resilience and growth. Clients find in her a dedicated ally on their journey to mental and emotional wellness, where collaboration, understanding, and effective problem-solving converge with therapeutic modalities to create meaningful change.
Credentials:
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with the Minnesota Board of Social work
Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota -Twin Cities
Certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) National Registry.
Certified to provide clinical social work supervision