HEALING IS OUR COMMITMENT
Professional expertise in addressing compulsive behaviors, fostering healthy relationships, and effectively managing stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Seeking help for compulsive behavior challenges is crucial to regaining control of one's life. Professional help provides a supportive environment where individuals can explore the root causes of these challenges and develop effective coping strategies, playing a vital role in breaking harmful cycles, fostering lasting positive change, and enhancing overall well-being.
Couples therapy is a transformative journey that strengthens the foundation of relationships. It provides a safe space for open communication, fostering understanding and empathy between partners. Investing in couples therapy not only resolves conflicts but also cultivates a resilient and harmonious connection, laying the groundwork for a fulfilling partnership.
Healing from anxiety and trauma is a transformative process that empowers individuals to navigate the impact of distressing experiences. Professional guidance provides tools to manage anxiety and unravel the emotional aftermath of trauma, promoting healing and resilience. Through therapy, individuals can cultivate coping strategies, regain a sense of safety, and elevate their well-being.
Engaging. Transformative.
Telehealth is your therapy in your space—accessible care for every season! Wade Bergquist is an expert in telehealth, offering a convenient and effective way to provide healing, especially given the increasing demand for virtual sessions. With extensive experience in conducting telehealth appointments, Wade understands its unique benefits, particularly during the winter months in Minnesota when travel can be challenging. His approach ensures that clients can receive consistent, high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes, making therapy accessible and flexible for those with busy schedules or concerns about inclement Minnesota weather.
Your Thoughts
Are your thoughts actually true? I discovered that when I believed my thoughts, I suffered, but when I didn’t believe them, I didn’t suffer, and this is true for every human being.
Impact of AA
Every person on the planet can benefit from Alcoholics Anonymous. Trust me when I say this. If we work together, regardless of what you want to change in your life, the principles of AA will help.
Dr. Atkinson
Pragmatic Experiential Therapy for Couples (PET-C) is a step-by-step approach that translates advances in neurobiology and relationship science into practical methods for improving relationships.
Dr. Gottman
Drs. John and Julie Gottman. World-renowned for their work on marital stability and divorce prediction. 50 years of breakthrough research. Get ready to talk about defensiveness/dismissiveness.
Dr. Maté
Mates’ approach to compulsion focuses on trauma. Most people are unaware of trauma's impact on any compulsion. Dr. Maté is the preeminent compulsion specialist. My business is to know his business!
G.A.S. Method
Getting a Shift. If we work together, my #1 statement to you will be: "Treat your partner in a way so that you get what you want." To influence your partner positively is our work!
WADE BERGQUIST
PRINCIPAL
As an experienced psychotherapist, I bring expertise and empathy to my practice. With a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and 28 years of experience in the wellness community, I specialize in addressing behavioral compulsion. I have also completed comprehensive substance counseling coursework, enhancing my knowledge in this area. I have ten years of sobriety (and counting), a journey that took me 17 years to achieve. This experience has provided me with profound insights into the challenges of relapse, the process of starting over, and the intricate nature of compulsive behaviors.
Additionally, I have received training in the Pragmatic-Experiential Method for Improving Relationships ("The PEX Method"). This approach incorporates recent neurobiology and relationship science advancements, providing practical strategies to strengthen connections. I am deeply passionate about couples therapy because I believe that all mental health begins at home, and a healthy home is rooted in strong relationships among primary caregivers. By fostering healthy connections, we can create a nurturing environment that supports the well-being of everyone involved, ultimately leading to improved mental health for families as a whole.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy and psychodynamic theory, which I adapt to meet each client's unique needs. I am deeply committed to creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their challenges, foster self-discovery, and facilitate meaningful change. Whether you are addressing specific issues or seeking personal growth, I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey toward wellness and fulfillment.
28 Years
My extensive experience uniquely positions me to offer empathetic and specialized support to individuals facing all behavior changes. Through my journey, I have gained valuable insights into the complexities of these issues, fostering a deep understanding that can significantly enhance your path toward healing and personal growth.
PET-C
The PET-C Method helps partners develop and utilize emotional intelligence skills to overcome obstacles, heal from painful experiences, avoid frustrating interactions, and create truly fulfilling relationships. Don’t risk the most important relationship in your life.
Passion!
My commitment to process, procedure, research, and thoroughness underscores the precision and efficacy of my therapeutic approach. My clients receive well-informed and evidence-based interventions, fostering trust and confidence in the therapeutic process. We do the work, and you get the results!
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