Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Psychological Services in Minneapolis
Uptown Psychology Group was founded in April 2009 by Drs. Ryan and Christensen to address trauma-related issues across socioeconomic backgrounds. Our practice specializes in treating developmental and relational traumas, mood disorders, and chemical health concerns through evidence-based therapies. With over 15 years of combined experience, our team employs EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and family systems approaches to help clients reconnect with their authentic selves. We serve individuals, couples, families, and Spanish-speaking clients in a safe, inclusive environment. Our therapeutic process emphasizes emotional relief, skill-building, and resolving core internal barriers to lasting change.We maintain a commitment to accessibility and cultural competence, particularly for immigrant populations. Our clinicians hold advanced degrees and have treated complex trauma cases since our establishment. We prioritize personalized care that addresses both immediate symptoms and long-term psychological resilience. Our location in Uptown Minneapolis provides convenient access to mental health services for local residents and surrounding communities. We continuously refine our practice to integrate the latest research while maintaining compassionate, client-centered care.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Clinical Hypnosis
Mental Health Interventions
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Specialized trauma therapy with 15+ years of clinical experience
- Bilingual services for Spanish-speaking clients
- Evidence-based approaches including EMDR and clinical hypnosis
- Personalized treatment plans for all age groups
- Commitment to cultural competence and accessibility
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for clients to address trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. Using evidence-based techniques like EMDR and cognitive-behavioral therapy, we help clients develop coping skills and process past experiences. Each session focuses on building resilience and fostering personal growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy addresses communication breakdowns and relational trauma through structured interventions. We help partners rebuild trust, improve conflict resolution skills, and strengthen emotional connections. Our approach integrates attachment theory and systems perspectives to create lasting improvements in relationship dynamics and mutual understanding.
Family Therapy
Family therapy sessions focus on improving communication patterns and resolving intergenerational trauma. We work with families to establish healthy boundaries, address behavioral issues in children, and strengthen support systems. Our systemic approach considers each member's role in creating lasting positive change for the entire family unit.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy accelerates trauma recovery through guided eye movements and bilateral stimulation. We help clients reprocess distressing memories to reduce their emotional impact. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, developmental trauma, and complex grief while promoting neural integration and emotional regulation.
Clinical Hypnosis
Clinical hypnosis enhances therapeutic outcomes through focused attention and suggestibility. We use this technique to address anxiety, phobias, and habit disorders. By accessing subconscious patterns, we help clients achieve behavioral changes and emotional healing that complement traditional psychotherapy approaches.
People
Dr. Daniel Christensen
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Christensen specializes in developmental trauma and chemical health concerns. With a Psy.D. and LP certification, he helps clients overcome abuse-related trauma and addiction issues. His therapeutic approach focuses on reconnecting clients with their authentic selves through EMDR and clinical hypnosis techniques.
Dr. Kristen Ryan
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Ryan co-founded Uptown Psychology Group with expertise in complex trauma and mood disorders. She employs evidence-based practices to treat clients across the socioeconomic spectrum. Her clinical focus includes relational trauma and building resilience through structured therapeutic interventions.
Dr. David Hong
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Hong specializes in child and family therapy with a focus on immigrant populations. Fluent in Spanish, he addresses behavioral issues and anxiety disorders in children while supporting family systems. His work emphasizes cultural competence and accessibility in mental health care.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy using evidence-based approaches like EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored to each client's needs.
Do you treat Spanish-speaking clients?
Yes, Dr. David Hong is fluent in Spanish and provides therapy services for Spanish-speaking individuals and families seeking mental health support.
What mental health issues do you specialize in?
Our practice specializes in trauma recovery, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and chemical health concerns using proven therapeutic techniques and personalized treatment plans.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (612) 524-5755 or through our website contact form to schedule an initial consultation with one of our licensed psychologists in Minneapolis.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Please contact your provider to verify coverage details for psychological services with our practice.
