Business Details
16 Years
experience
Psychotherapy Services in Minneapolis, MN
At Water's Edge Psychotherapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health services rooted in a holistic understanding of human connection and healing. Our practice integrates insights from neuroscience, psychodynamic theory, and attachment research to help clients rewire unhelpful relational patterns and cultivate deeper self-awareness. We specialize in body-mind approaches, including mindfulness and yoga-based practices, to address emotional and physical manifestations of trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. With over 15 years of clinical experience since founding our practice in 2010, we offer individual therapy, couples counseling, and group sessions designed to foster authentic relationships and personal growth.Our team combines rigorous professional training with lived experience navigating complex life challenges, ensuring our services remain grounded in real-world applicability. We maintain strict ethical standards and prioritize creating safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients can explore their unique paths to fulfillment.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Group Therapy
Yoga Nidra
Workshops
Trauma Counseling
Grief Support
Mindfulness Training
Life Transitions Coaching
Relational Healing
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical experience in relational psychotherapy
- Our practice integrates evidence-based neuroscience with mindfulness techniques
- We provide both in-person and telehealth therapy options
- Specialized expertise in life transitions and grief counseling
- Holistic approach combining talk therapy with body-awareness practices
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized mental health treatment for adults and older adolescents addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational patterns. Our approach combines narrative exploration with neuroscience-informed techniques to rewire unhelpful behaviors. Clients develop greater self-awareness and capacity for meaningful relationships through weekly sessions focused on both past influences and present growth opportunities.
Couples Therapy
Specialized support for romantic partners seeking stronger connections. We address communication breakdowns, intimacy challenges, and conflict resolution patterns. Sessions focus on building emotional safety and understanding how past relationship experiences shape current dynamics. Our approach helps couples navigate life transitions while strengthening their partnership foundation through practical tools and empathetic dialogue.
Group Therapy
Weekly psychotherapy groups focused on developing deeper interpersonal connections. Participants explore relationship patterns in real-time, receiving peer feedback within a structured therapeutic environment. The group setting provides unique opportunities to practice vulnerability and build social confidence. This format particularly benefits those seeking to overcome isolation and develop more authentic relational skills.
Yoga Nidra
Personalized restorative sessions combining yoga philosophy with nervous system regulation techniques. This practice addresses anxiety, insomnia, and chronic stress through tailored guided meditations. Clients receive recorded sessions for home practice, creating sustainable self-care routines. The approach integrates somatic awareness with cognitive processing to promote holistic healing and emotional resilience.
Workshops
Thematic educational programs on topics like couples communication and stress management. Our workshops blend psychoeducation with experiential learning, offering practical tools for immediate application. Participants gain insights into relationship dynamics and develop mindfulness practices through interactive exercises. These sessions provide accessible entry points to therapeutic concepts while fostering community connections among attendees.
People
Katrin Christensen-Cowan
Founder & Lead Therapist
Licensed psychotherapist with 15+ years of clinical experience specializing in relational healing and life transitions. Combines traditional therapy with yoga-based practices to address trauma and anxiety. Holds MSW degree and post-graduate psychoanalytic training. Developed expertise in grief counseling through personal and professional experiences.
Questions
What determines the length of therapy?
Therapy duration depends on individual goals. Some clients benefit from short-term work (6-12 sessions), while others engage in longer-term therapy (1+ years) for deeper relational pattern changes.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Check your mental health benefits, deductible status, and session coverage with your insurance provider.
What happens during the first therapy session?
The initial session addresses your therapeutic goals while establishing practical arrangements. We'll discuss fee structure, regular meeting times, and begin exploring your presenting concerns in a collaborative format.
What are your therapy session fees?
Initial sessions cost $200, with subsequent 50-minute sessions at $175. Payment options include cash or checks made payable to Waters Edge Psychotherapy, LLC.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 48-hour notice for cancellations. Missed appointments with less than two business days' notice incur full session fees, though we'll attempt to reschedule within the same week.
