Sonya Wallestad, BA (she/her/hers) is a third-year graduate student at the University of St. Thomas for her master's degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Counseling. Sonya’s approach to therapy is collaborative, honoring the uniqueness of each individual's journey. She focuses on creating a safe and inclusive space with genuine compassion, patience, and humor. Grounded in a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, she supports self-exploration, healing, and authentic personal growth. 

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Sonya has completed the PSI certificate training for the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and has experience working in reproductive health.  She enjoys working with adolescents (ages 12 and up) and adults presenting concerns of anxiety, depression and perinatal mental health concerns. Sonya integrates techniques from DBT and CBT to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.

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Sonya is clinically supervised by Allison Peterson, MA, LP, PMH-C. She has completed the PSI Certificate Training for the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

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email: sonya@mindfulfamiliestherapy.com

phone: 612-208-9377