Healing and Empowering Minds, One Step at a Time
Dedicated to Your Emotional Wellness
North Suburban Counseling Center has been serving the northern suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota for over 35 years. As a private, non-profit community mental health clinic, we provide accessible and affordable mental health services to individuals, families, and the community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve emotional wellness through:
- Prevention: Early intervention and support to reduce the risk of mental health challenges.
- Recovery: Comprehensive and tailored treatment plans to help clients overcome and manage mental health issues.
- Collaboration: Working in partnership with clients to achieve lasting change.
Our Staff
Our team of experienced professionals includes:
- Psychiatrists: Experienced in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders.
- Psychologists: Skilled in cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care.
- Clinical Social Workers: Provide support, advocacy, and case management services.
- Marriage and Family Therapists: Skilled in couples and family counseling, including couples therapy, family therapy, and parenting support.
Services We Offer
We offer a comprehensive range of services to meet your individual needs:
Individual Counseling: Addressing a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Relationship Counseling: Strengthening communication, resolving conflict, and enhancing intimacy in romantic and familial relationships.
Parent & Adolescent Counseling: Specialized support for parents to manage parenting challenges and guide their adolescents through emotional challenges.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential and short-term counseling services for employees facing personal or work-related challenges.
Medication Evaluation & Management: Evaluation for medication suitability and ongoing management for established clients.
We are committed to providing compassionate and accessible care to our clients. Contact us today to learn how we can help you achieve lasting mental well-being.Therapist Concerns and Negativity
Many reviewers expressed negative experiences with specific therapists at North Suburban Counseling, citing concerns about their attitudes, behaviors, and priorities. Some reviewers reported feeling disrespected, dismissed, and unsupported during sessions, with therapists appearing more concerned with collecting payment than providing genuine care.
Lack of Empathy and Compassion
Reviewers described therapists as being unempathetic, unsupportive, and even dismissive of their feelings and experiences. Some reviewers reported feeling belittled, snapped at, or victim-blamed during sessions, which further exacerbated their emotional distress.
Concerns About Treatment and Care
Several reviewers expressed concerns about the quality of care and treatment provided by North Suburban Counseling. Some reviewers reported experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings after seeking help, which they attributed to the therapists' lack of compassion and understanding. Others reported feeling set back or worsened after sessions, rather than experiencing progress or improvement.
Positive Experiences
On the other hand, a few reviewers had positive experiences with specific therapists, citing their empathy, support, and helpfulness in addressing their mental health concerns.
