Meet Our Team in Lakeville, MN
The vision of Collaborative Counseling is to guide and inspire people to overcome the obstacles they face and strive toward their goals. Our Lakeville therapists help people bring more joy, laughter, and love into their lives. It is our mission to provide counseling that will help people live their lives to the fullest by supporting them through difficult times. We also teach skills that will allow individuals to make changes and progress toward a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life.
In addition to in-person appointments, Collaborative Counseling also offers online therapy via Zoom. Telehealth has been proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy while offering the added convenience of meeting from the location that suits you best. Due to high demand for our services, those open to online therapy may find it easier to secure appointments.
Please note that all of our providers are independent contractors. Additionally, provider availability varies so please contact our administrative team to inquire about who is available for new clients.
Areas of Specialty
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Trauma
Specialized in ages 18+
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Kasey Meyer
MSW, LICSWKasey Meyer MSW, LICSW
She/Her/Hers Licensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerEducation
Master of Clinical Social Work - University of St. Thomas
Clinical Approach
Kasey's approach honors the intricate connection between mind, body, and spirit, providing a therapeutic space designed to promote balance, meaning, and sustainable healing. Guided by the belief that true healing resides within everyone, she supports her clients in recognizing their strengths to achieve a meaningful life. As a lifelong learner, she integrates education into clinical sessions to cultivate deeper self-awareness, enhance mental wellness, and build resilience.
She focuses on working with adults across the lifespan. Her areas of clinical focus span a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Recognizing that these challenges require a multi-dimensional response, Kasey customizes her approach to align with each client's lifestyle, environmental factors, and personal beliefs. She brings an authentic, grounded, and humorous approach to this work, establishing a collaborative environment where clients feel supported.
Outside of the office, Kasey is always up for a good adventure. You can usually find her hiking new trails, camping under the stars, or traveling to unfamiliar places. She also loves spending quality time with family and friends.
Areas of Specialty
Anxiety
Relationships
Boundaries
Mindfulness Based Interventions
Specialized in ages 25+
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Coleen Kittleson
LPCC (MN), LPC (WI)Coleen Kittleson LPCC (MN), LPC (WI)
She/Her/Hers Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor: MN Board Approved Clinical Supervisor for LPC and LPCCEducation
Master of Science in Counselor Education - University of WI Whitewater
Clinical Approach
Coleen is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of experience in private practice and 34 years of expertise in community mental health. Her journey into therapy was deeply influenced by her own personal challenges, which led her to understand the importance of connecting with oneself, others, and cultivating healthy relationships.
With a strong commitment to her clients' growth, Coleen is passionate about helping them navigate their struggles, accept themselves without judgment, and make meaningful changes. She practices emotional based therapy, mindfulness approaches and believes in the integration of mind, body, and spirit as a holistic path to well-being. Known for her warmth, compassion, and sense of humor, she creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Coleen believes that the foundation for change lies in the therapeutic relationship and the practice of self-compassion. She specializes in working with adults and couples dealing with relationship issues, codependency, self-care, boundaries, anxiety, and life transitions.
Originally from Wisconsin, Coleen relocated to Minnesota five years ago. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, cooking, exploring music, traveling, trying ethnic cuisines, and cherishing moments with her husband, family, friends, and pets.
Clinical Areas of Focus: Anxiety, relationships, boundaries, self-care, mindfulness-based interventions, and life transitions.
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Areas of Specialty
ADHD/ASD
Anxiety
Depression
Family/Couples Therapy
Specialized in ages 11+
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Audrey Brickley
MA, LMFTAudrey Brickley MA, LMFT
She/Her/Hers Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistEducation
Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology, University of St Thomas
Clinical Approach
Audrey is passionate about working with clients to empower them to achieve their goals. Audrey works from a person centered approach and believes you have the power to heal and grow. Audrey believes in authenticity and being your full self and looks forward to working with clients to explore and meet their goals. Audrey has a comprehensive and compassionate approach to therapy which addresses a diverse range of issues to create a well-rounded therapy experience.
Audrey provides therapy services for Individuals including adolescents (11+) and adults, Couples/Marriage Counseling, and Family Therapy. Audrey works with individuals with ADHD, ASD, Depression,Trauma, PTSD, Adolescent Behavioral Concerns, Parenting, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Women's issues, and Complex Family Dynamics.
Audrey works with the following modalities including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Play Therapy Techniques, Attachment Based Therapy Techniques, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Family Therapy, Family Systems including Complex Family Dynamics, Gottman Method techniques, and is Trauma informed.
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Areas of Specialty
Chronic Illness/ Chronic Pain
Brainspotting
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Specialized in ages 12+
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Alicia Dorn
MS, LCPC (MD), LPCC (MN)Alicia Dorn MS, LCPC (MD), LPCC (MN)
She/Her/Hers Licensed Professional Clinical CounselorEducation
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling - The Johns Hopkins University
Clinical Approach
Alicia is passionate about helping people find a balance with their mental and physical health. She enjoys working with individuals and families living with chronic mental and physical health conditions. Alicia has received specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (T-CBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She has also worked in a variety of settings over her 10 years of experience, including inpatient and outpatient mental health centers, private practice counseling, school based counseling and the juvenile detention system.
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Areas of Specialty
DBT
CBT
Attachment-Based
Psychodynamic
Specializes in ages 10+
Offering In Office only at this time
Aria Larion-Klein
LADC, LPCCAria Larion-Klein LADC, LPCC
She/Her/Hers Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Alcohol and Drug CounselorEducation
Master of Professional Studies in Integrated Behavioral Health - University of Minnesota
Clinical Approach
Aria spent 4 years working as a mental health associate at a child & adolescent inpatient unit before receiving her Master's Degree in Integrated Behavioral Health at the University of Minnesota in 2022. She completed her licensing hours as a DBT therapist at Mental Health Systems. Aria is currently working on her Doctor of Psychology degree at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.
Aria specializes in helping individuals navigate emotional challenges, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Aria integrates multiple therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy, to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs.
In a safe, supportive environment, Aria empowers clients to understand their emotions, enhance self-compassion, and make lasting positive changes in their lives. Whether navigating trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, or depression, Aria provides personalized, holistic care to foster healing and growth.
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Areas of Specialty
Anxiety and Depression
Complex Trauma
Relationship Concerns
Mood and Psychotic Disorders
Specialized in ages 16-60
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Tara Perttula
MSW, LICSWTara Perttula MSW, LICSW
She/Her/Hers Licensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerEducation
Master of Social Work - Michigan State University
Clinical Approach
Tara understands that it is a big step to start therapy. She believes in the importance of creating a safe space with compassion, authenticity, and humor. Having a sense of connection and safety with your therapist is a big part of being able to do the life-changing work that can happen in therapy. Tara works collaboratively with clients to grow in their awareness of self and use this awareness to make healthy changes to improve their relationships and overall quality of life. She believes that a process-oriented approach is most effective to help client’s navigate lasting change. Tara specializes in supporting clients with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship concerns, and mood and psychotic disorders.
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Individual Therapy
Family and Relationship Issues
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Specialized in ages 12-40
Offering Telehealth & In Office
Jenna Menz
MSW, LICSWJenna Menz MSW, LICSW
She/Her/Hers Licensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerEducation
Master of Social Work - University of Minnesota Duluth
Clinical Approach
Jenna is a therapist in Lakeville, MN who is passionate about helping teens and young adults grow, heal, and feel more grounded in their daily lives. She understands that therapy can feel vulnerable, so she focuses on building a warm, trusting, and supportive relationship from the start. Her approach is strengths-based and collaborative, meeting each client where they are and helping them move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Jenna specializes in working with individuals ages 12 to 40, supporting teens, college-aged clients, and emerging adults through many of life’s challenges. She frequently helps clients navigate anxiety, trauma, family or peer relationship stress, communication struggles, identity development, and self-esteem or body image concerns. Her goal is always to create a space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to build confidence and clarity in who they are.
Her therapeutic work pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, and she is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Jenna uses these evidence-based approaches to help clients explore patterns, strengthen coping skills, and make tangible progress toward emotional well-being.
Jenna works with clients in Lakeville and the surrounding communities, as well as throughout Minnesota via telehealth. She is especially passionate about supporting teens and young adults navigating big transitions, stress, trauma, and self-worth challenges. In the near future, Jenna plans to expand her work with individuals experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety concerns, as she continues specialized training in this area.
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