Business Details
17 Years
experience
Affordable Psychoanalytic Therapy in Minneapolis
Founded in 2009, our center was established by mental health clinicians and community leaders committed to expanding access to psychoanalytic psychotherapy. We specialize in providing low-cost, intensive therapy for underserved populations, operating independently of insurance constraints to prioritize long-term therapeutic outcomes. Our approach emphasizes psychodynamic psychotherapy, addressing early childhood experiences, unconscious patterns, and relational dynamics to foster lasting personal growth. Through a structured training program, we integrate postgraduate fellows who deliver care under rigorous supervision while advancing their clinical expertise. Our services are supported by volunteer supervisors and a commitment to community partnerships, ensuring affordability through minimized operational costs.We utilize evidence-based tools like the OQ-45 to track patient progress, demonstrating measurable symptom reduction across our caseload. Located in South Minneapolis, we serve approximately 125 patients annually through both in-person and remote sessions. Our team includes licensed professionals and trainees dedicated to trauma-informed, anti-oppressive practices that honor diverse identities. By maintaining a sliding fee scale and collaborating with local organizations, we ensure accessibility for individuals facing financial barriers. Our mission remains rooted in the belief that transformative mental health care should be available to all, regardless of socioeconomic status.
Services
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Postgraduate Fellowships
Remote Therapy
Intake Assessment
Clinical Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer therapy independent of insurance constraints for personalized care
- Our evidence-based approach demonstrates measurable symptom reduction through OQ-45 tracking
- Sliding fee scale ensures accessibility for financially underserved populations
- Postgraduate fellows provide care under rigorous weekly supervision
- Specialized training in psychodynamic methods addressing unconscious patterns
What people say
Effective long-term results
Dedicated staff
Significant symptom reduction
Transformative experience
Grateful for training
Services
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Our core offering explores unconscious patterns and early life experiences through weekly sessions. Therapists examine relational dynamics and trauma repetitions to resolve deep-seated emotional struggles. Patients engage in self-exploration to break cycles of anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts while developing greater self-awareness and emotional regulation.
Postgraduate Fellowships
Twelve-month programs provide intensive supervision and didactic training for emerging therapists. Fellows receive weekly individual and group supervision while delivering care under licensed professionals. The curriculum includes psychoanalytic theory, case consultation, and practical experience with diverse patient populations facing complex mental health challenges.
Remote Therapy
Secure online sessions maintain therapeutic continuity for established patients. This option preserves treatment consistency while accommodating geographic or mobility barriers. Therapists adapt psychodynamic techniques to virtual formats without compromising the depth or effectiveness of the therapeutic process and relationship.
Intake Assessment
Comprehensive first sessions establish treatment goals and fee structures. Clinicians assess presenting concerns, personal history, and therapeutic needs to develop individualized care plans. This process ensures appropriate therapist-patient matching while maintaining minimal paperwork to prioritize clinical focus.
Clinical Supervision
Experienced analysts provide weekly supervision for trainees and staff. Supervision focuses on case conceptualization, countertransference management, and psychodynamic technique refinement. This structured support ensures high-quality care delivery while fostering professional development through collaborative learning.
People
Hal Steiger
Executive Director
Clinical psychologist leading the center's operations since its 2009 founding. Specializes in psychodynamic approaches to complex mental health needs while overseeing training programs and community partnerships that expand therapy access.
Beverly Caruso
Clinical Director
Licensed social worker with extensive experience in trauma-informed care. Manages clinical operations and fellow training while maintaining a caseload of patients. Focuses on integrating psychoanalytic principles with contemporary mental health practices.
Emma Lux
Clinical Fellow
Doctoral psychology student specializing in body image and self-esteem issues. Provides therapy while completing advanced training in psychodynamic techniques for lifespan developmental concerns and perfectionism patterns.
Alexa Nelson
Clinical Fellow
Master's social worker offering trauma-informed care for queer, trans, and BIPOC communities. Focuses on relationship dynamics and emotional complexity through person-centered, anti-oppressive frameworks in weekly therapy sessions.
Lucky O'Kern
Clinical Fellow
MSW candidate specializing in gender, sexuality, and trauma intersections. Uses narrative and relational psychodynamic approaches to address family dysfunction and systemic oppression impacts on mental health.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (612) 824-3800 and leave your name, number, and reason for contact. An intake coordinator will return your call within 1-2 business days.
What is psychodynamic psychotherapy?
A depth-oriented approach exploring unconscious patterns, childhood experiences, and relational dynamics to resolve long-standing emotional struggles through weekly sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
No, we're a fee-for-service center with sliding fees $20–$75 based on income. Many patients use health insurance for psychiatrist consultations when needed.
How long does therapy last?
Treatment duration varies from short-term (12+ sessions) for specific issues to open-ended care for complex, long-term concerns based on individual needs.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, we maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent harm. Therapists follow ethical guidelines to protect patient privacy and data security.
What if I need medication?
While we don't prescribe medications, therapists can refer patients to psychiatrists for combined treatment addressing both psychological and biological factors.
