Anxiety and Depression Therapy

Anxiety and Depression Therapy in Forest Lake, MN

Calm your mind. Steady your body. Feel like yourself again.

Worry that will not shut off, panic that comes out of nowhere, or a low mood that will not lift can wear you down. We combine counseling with brain and body tools like HeartMath biofeedback and brainspotting, in person in Forest Lake or by telehealth across Minnesota.

Know the Signs

Signs of Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depression often show up together. If these have lasted more than a couple of weeks or get in the way of work, sleep or relationships, it is worth talking to someone.

Common Signs of Anxiety

Common Signs of Depression

Want a quick check-in? Try a free, private anxiety or depression screening from Mental Health America, then bring your results to your first session. A screening is not a diagnosis.

Try It Now

A 60-Second Breathing Break

Slow breathing at about six breaths a minute is the same kind of practice we coach with HeartMath biofeedback. Follow the circle: breathe in as it grows and out as it shrinks. Learn the science from the HeartMath Institute.

Ready when you are

One minute. Five seconds in, five seconds out.

Our Approach

How We Treat Anxiety and Depression

Your plan is built around you. Many clients combine two or more of these. Hover or tap a card to learn more.

Counseling

Talk therapy that builds real-world coping skills.

Licensed Counseling

Work through worry, mood, stress and life changes with a licensed therapist, in person or by telehealth.
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HeartMath and Biofeedback

See your stress, then learn to calm it.

Biofeedback for Anxiety

Watch your heart rhythm and breathing in real time and practice shifting into calm on purpose.
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Brainspotting

Reach the roots of anxiety stored in the body.

Brainspotting Therapy

When old stress or trauma drives today's anxiety, brainspotting helps process it without endless retelling.
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Nutrition and Wellness

Support mood and energy from the inside out.

Nutritional Counseling

Dr. Gary Johnson looks at diet, sleep and lifestyle habits that can affect mood and energy.
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Need couples or family support too? Our partner practice offers anxiety and trauma counseling and family counseling and mediation.

Getting Started

What to Expect When You Reach Out

1

Reach Out

Book online, call 651-408-3174 or send a secure message. No referral is needed.

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Your First Session

A relaxed conversation about what brings you in, your history and your goals. No pressure to dive into anything heavy on day one.

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Your Plan

Together you choose the mix of counseling, biofeedback or other tools that fits, and adjust as you learn what helps.

Read more about what to expect and insurance and rates.

In Person or Online

Telehealth Therapy Across Minnesota or In Person in Forest Lake

Anxiety and depression counseling works well by telehealth, so you can get support without leaving home on a hard day.

Telehealth therapy session on a laptop, available throughout Minnesota

Secure Telehealth Sessions

Meet from home through the secure SimplePractice video portal, anywhere in Minnesota. Telehealth FAQs.

Waiting area at Beyond the Brain Therapies Inc. in Forest Lake, Minnesota

Our Forest Lake Office

407 West Broadway Avenue, Forest Lake, MN 55025. Serving Forest Lake, Wyoming, Stacy, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Scandia and the north metro. HeartMath and biofeedback sessions often work best in person.

Your Therapists

Anxiety and Depression Counselors in Forest Lake

Choose the clinician who fits you, or meet the whole team.

Debra Nelson, MA, LMFT

Owner and Lead Therapist

More than 30 years of experience. Combines counseling with brainspotting and EMDR for anxiety rooted in stress or trauma.

Nicole Lindberg, MSW, LGSW, LADC

Behavioral Health Consultant

Trained in and specializes in anxiety and substance use, and trained in EMDR. 25+ years in mental health, recovery and crisis response.

Anxiety and Depression FAQs

Questions About Anxiety and Depression Therapy

More answers in our FAQ and resource hub.

Reach out when worry, panic or low mood lasts more than a couple of weeks or gets in the way of sleep, work, school or relationships. You do not have to wait until things feel unbearable.

There is no one best therapy for everyone. Counseling is a strong starting point, and many clients add HeartMath biofeedback to calm the body or EMDR and brainspotting when stress or trauma is driving symptoms. We help you find the right mix.

Biofeedback shows real-time signals like heart rhythm and breathing so you can practice calming your nervous system on purpose. It works best alongside counseling. Learn more about biofeedback and neurofeedback.

Yes. Telehealth counseling is available throughout Minnesota through our secure SimplePractice portal, and in-person sessions are available at our Forest Lake office.

Counseling may be billed to participating plans, including Medica, Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, UCare and Medical Assistance. Biofeedback is generally private pay. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. See insurance and rates.

No. You can book directly online or call 651-408-3174.

Our therapists do not prescribe medication. If you think medication might help, talk with your primary care provider or a psychiatrist. Many people use therapy and medication together.

Get Started

Book Anxiety and Depression Therapy in Forest Lake, MN

Book online, call our office, or send a secure message with your questions.

Book Online

Choose a clinician and an open time in our secure SimplePractice portal.

Already a client? Log in to the client portal.

Send a Secure Message

HIPAA-secure form. Please do not use it for emergencies.

Need Help Right Now?

If you are thinking about suicide or are in crisis, call or text 988 any time, day or night. If you are in danger, call 911. Veterans can dial 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line. LGBTQ+ young people can reach The Trevor Project. Find more in our resource hub.

Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?

Lighter days start with one small step. Book anxiety and depression therapy in Forest Lake or by telehealth today.