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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Eagan, MN
At Aurora Psychological Services, we specialize in providing client-centered counseling and psychological testing for children, teens, and adults. Our approach recognizes the profound impact of relationships, experiences, and belief systems on daily life while emphasizing the capacity for growth and change. We work collaboratively with clients to develop coping strategies for managing strong emotions, improving family dynamics, and navigating life transitions. Our team addresses challenges ranging from childhood behavioral issues to adult depression and relationship conflicts. We prioritize creating a supportive environment where individuals and families can build emotional resilience and achieve personal growth.With a focus on evidence-based practices, we tailor interventions to meet each client's unique needs. Our services include individual therapy, family counseling, and school collaboration for children's success. We are committed to helping clients integrate their experiences into a coherent understanding of themselves. Located in Eagan, Minnesota, we serve individuals facing emotional overwhelm, isolation, or life transitions. Our practice emphasizes accessibility through flexible scheduling and crisis support resources.
Services
Individual Counseling
Family Therapy
Psychological Testing
Child Behavioral Support
Adolescent Counseling
Adult Mental Health
Couples Counseling
Emotional Coping Skills
School Collaboration
Life Transition Support
Highlights and features
- We offer client-centered mental health counseling tailored to individual needs
- Our team specializes in childhood behavioral challenges and family dynamics
- We provide evidence-based strategies for managing anxiety and depression
- Our therapists address adolescent development and adult life transitions
- We collaborate with schools to support children's emotional and academic growth
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health sessions addressing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Our therapists help adults develop coping strategies and emotional resilience through evidence-based techniques. Clients learn to navigate personal challenges and improve self-understanding while building practical skills for daily life management.
Child Behavioral Support
Specialized interventions for children with emotional regulation difficulties. We address temper outbursts, social challenges, and anxiety through age-appropriate therapy. Parents receive guidance for creating supportive home environments that promote emotional growth and academic success.
Family Therapy
Structured sessions improving family communication and resolving conflicts. Our therapists address relationship patterns, blended family dynamics, and intergenerational challenges. The approach focuses on strengthening connections while developing healthier interaction patterns across all family members.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive evaluations clarifying cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns. Testing helps diagnose conditions and inform treatment planning. Results guide personalized interventions for children and adults seeking deeper understanding of their mental health needs.
Adolescent Counseling
Targeted support for teens navigating identity development and social pressures. Therapy addresses academic stress, relationship challenges, and emotional transitions. Our approach helps adolescents build self-awareness and healthy coping mechanisms during critical developmental years.
People
Annie Emanuel
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Annie Emanuel specializes in child and adolescent psychology, helping young clients develop emotional regulation skills and navigate developmental challenges with evidence-based interventions.
Melissa Hirsch
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Melissa Hirsch focuses on family systems therapy, assisting clients in improving communication patterns and resolving relationship conflicts through strengths-based counseling approaches.
Mary A. McCarney
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Mary McCarney provides individual counseling for adults dealing with depression and life transitions, emphasizing cognitive-behavioral techniques to develop practical coping strategies.
Michelle Meehan
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Michelle Meehan specializes in trauma-informed care, helping clients process difficult experiences and build resilience through personalized therapeutic interventions.
JoAnna Smith
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
JoAnna Smith focuses on couples counseling and family dynamics, addressing relationship patterns and communication challenges to improve interpersonal connections.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, family therapy, psychological testing, and specialized support for children, teens, and adults facing emotional challenges.
Do you offer crisis support options?
Yes, we provide emergency contact information for mental health crises including local and national 24/7 support resources.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our therapists employ evidence-based practices tailored to each client's needs, focusing on emotional regulation and relationship improvement.
How do you involve families in treatment?
We offer family counseling sessions and collaborate with parents to create supportive environments for children's emotional development.
