Business Details
Professional Therapy Services for Mind & Heart
At Brave Soul, we believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges with courage and compassion. Our team of professional therapists is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their unique experiences, heal from past wounds, and cultivate meaningful growth. With expertise in areas ranging from anxiety and depression to relationship dynamics and career transitions, we offer both in-person sessions at our St. Paul Park and Edina locations and accessible Telehealth options. Founded on principles of empathy and understanding, our practice prioritizes building strong therapeutic relationships that empower clients to break free from limiting patterns.We specialize in working with individuals seeking personal development, couples navigating relationship complexities, and families addressing intergenerational challenges. Our therapists bring diverse clinical approaches and extensive experience to address issues like trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, and codependency. Through personalized care and evidence-based practices, we help clients develop practical tools for lasting change. Whether you're seeking support for mental health concerns, relationship struggles, or career direction, our team is committed to walking alongside you on your journey toward greater alignment and fulfillment.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Career Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Play Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Highlights and features
- Our team includes licensed therapists with specialized expertise in trauma and relationship dynamics
- We offer both in-person and Telehealth therapy options for accessibility
- Therapists use evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs
- Specialized services for career counseling and premarital preparation
- Comprehensive support for children, adolescents, and family systems
What people say
Compassionate therapists
Personalized approach
Significant progress
Supportive environment
Effective strategies
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for clients to explore personal challenges, develop coping strategies, and work toward meaningful life changes. Therapists specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based approaches. Each session focuses on building practical skills while fostering self-compassion and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling addresses relationship challenges ranging from communication struggles to infidelity recovery. Our therapists help partners rebuild trust, improve emotional connection, and develop healthier interaction patterns. Sessions focus on both immediate concerns and long-term relationship strengthening through a balanced approach of understanding and affirmation.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions address dynamics across generations, including parent-child conflicts, adolescent challenges, and blended family adjustments. Our clinicians use play therapy techniques for children and evidence-based approaches for teens, while helping families develop better communication and conflict resolution skills in a supportive environment.
Telehealth Therapy
Telehealth therapy provides accessible mental health support through secure video sessions. This option maintains the same quality of care as in-person visits while offering flexibility for clients who prefer remote sessions. Available for individual, couples, and family therapy with licensed professionals across Minnesota.
Career Counseling
Career counseling helps clients navigate professional challenges from job satisfaction to career transitions. With specialized expertise in corporate leadership, our counselors provide guidance on career planning, resume development, and overcoming workplace obstacles while building confidence and professional direction.
People
Jill M. Ellingson
Owner & Clinical Director
Jill M. Ellingson, MA, LMFT, believes in creating a safe space for clients to be fully understood through active listening and compassionate support. With corporate leadership experience, she specializes in helping clients navigate personal and professional growth while building therapeutic relationships that foster healing.
Ingrid Tucci
Therapist
Ingrid Tucci, LPCC, uses psychodynamic therapy to explore how early experiences shape current mental and physical well-being. She focuses on trauma and attachment issues, helping clients understand the connections between past experiences and present challenges through a holistic therapeutic approach.
Jamie Dahlberg
Therapist
Jamie Dahlberg, MA, LMFT, provides an encouraging environment for clients facing life's challenges. Specializing in creating welcoming therapeutic spaces, they help individuals navigate personal difficulties while emphasizing the importance of feeling heard and supported throughout the healing process.
Nikki DiVirgilio
Therapist
Nikki DiVirgilio, MSW, LICSW, focuses on healing and transformation as essential steps toward personal growth. She approaches therapy with empathy and understanding, helping clients develop resilience and find balance while navigating life's complex challenges through a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Kristen Brechler
Therapist
Kristen Brechler, MA, LMFT, MDIV, creates safe spaces for clients to explore their identities and experiences. Combining clinical expertise with spiritual sensitivity, she helps individuals find validation and understanding while working through personal challenges and relationship dynamics.
Questions
What therapy options are available for busy professionals?
We offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments, Telehealth options for remote sessions, and specialized career counseling to help professionals manage work-life balance and career transitions.
How does couples therapy work at Brave Soul?
Our couples therapy combines evidence-based approaches with personalized strategies to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships through weekly 50-minute sessions with licensed therapists.
What ages do you work with for family therapy?
Our family therapists work with children as young as 3 years old using play therapy techniques, adolescents, and adults across all life stages to address family dynamics and intergenerational patterns.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Yes, all therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality within legal and ethical guidelines, with clear explanations provided during initial consultations about privacy protections and any required disclosures.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can book an appointment through our website's online scheduling system or by calling our main office at 952.500.3830 to speak with our administrative team about available time slots.
What makes Brave Soul different from other practices?
Our practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate care, offering both in-person and Telehealth options, specialized services for diverse needs, and a team approach that ensures personalized treatment plans for each client.
