Karissa Rooney, MA, LMFT, BSP

Karissa is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Life Coach, and the founder of Karis Health & Wellness.

Contact

Phone Number: 763-259-8086
Email: karissa@karishealthmn.com

Who Karissa Serves                                             

Adolescents 15 & Older, Adult Individuals, and Couples

Specialties

Anxiety, trauma, ADHD, narcissistic and emotional abuse, divorce and rebuilding life again, trust issues, relational issues, marital and couple concerns, life transitions, career challenges, stress, overwhelm, self-esteem, identity/purpose, communication, emotional eating, healthy weight loss, health issues, and support through health and autoimmune conditions.

Bio

Do you feel stuck, spiraling with anxiety & overwhelmed right now? The overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, and the "what-ifs" of life can feel debilitating at times and all you want to know is that everything will be ok. You want to bring your true self back again or maybe you want to explore who you truly are and what you love.

If you are scared, depressed, worried, and unsure, or feel like you lost yourself, I want to tell you that there is hope & a future for you and your relationships. Together we can get to the root issues and release them so that fear and pain no longer control your life. You can create positive coping skills in order to navigate anxiety and depression & process past trauma. I can help you create routines and systems, learn communication skills, and create healthy boundaries. 

I am on a mission to help others heal & restore peace and health again to their lives. I use talk therapy and a science-based, integrated mind/body/spirit approach along with other therapies & tools to help my clients overcome anxiety, and depression, & heal from past or childhood trauma. I also offer Christian counseling if that is an important part of your life.

YOU ARE WORTH the beautiful healing that can take place inside of you through therapy. You can set up a consult call, and on that call, we can discuss your goals and what you would like to see change in your life. I'm excited for you and all that is to come in your healing journey! 

My Approach

I encourage self-discovery and help my clients uncover the resources and the empowerment they have within themselves. I am pretty laid back, I love to laugh with my clients and be real. I draw from a variety of theoretical approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Brainspotting Trauma Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I believe in a holistic approach that incorporates spiritual, mental, relational, emotional, and physical health. I also welcome the opportunity to integrate faith into the therapeutic process.

In addition to counseling, I run an online Christian life and health coaching business where I help women as they navigate through weight loss, health, ministry, career challenges, relationships, motherhood, and their mental, physical, relational, and spiritual health.

Education

• MA in Adlerian Counseling & Psychotherapy: Marriage and Family Therapy, Adler Graduate School - Minnetonka, MN
• BS in Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage & Family Counseling, University of Northwestern - St. Paul, MN
• Brainspotting Practitioner 
• Certified Life Coach, ICF Accredited Coaching Program
• Certified Trim Healthy Mama Health Coach
• Majors: Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy

Fun Facts

I love all the Minnesota outdoor activities. I love nature, ATV trails, boating, camping, and traveling with my family. I also love working out - kickboxing and weightlifting are my favorite. And I really enjoy demolition and remodeling projects with my husband. 

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