Melissa Anderson
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Dr Melissa Anderson
Clinical Psychologist
Marriage & Family Therapist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dr. Melissa Anderson has been working in the field of psychology for over 25 years. She worked and trained in corrections, community mental health, and private practice for ten years before deciding to open her private practice. She works with all age groups on a variety of issues, including marital and parenting issues, depression and anxiety, grief and loss issues, life transitions, divorce mediation, stress management, addiction and trauma/abuse issues to offer an overview.
EDUCATION
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology-MN School of Professional Psychology
Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology- MN School of Professional Psychology
Master's of Arts in Psychology-St. Mary's University of MN
Post-Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy-St. Mary's University of MN
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Certified in Divorce Mediation
LICENSES
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LP)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Dana Osborne MS LICSW LPCC
Clinical Supervisor
Clinical Social Worker
Professional Counselor
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dana has been working in the field of mental health for over 25 years. She has worked and trained in corrections, community mental health and private practice. She has worked with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, trauma, depression, grief and loss, personality disorders, sexual health, to name a few. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Processing (EMDR)
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Psychology
University of Minnesota
LICENSES
Licensed Indep Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Scott Nielsen MA, LPCC
Mental Health Therapist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Scott has a long history of working in the mental health field in varying capacities. He has experience working with persons of all ages with varying mental health issues. He is compassionate about working with people and meeting the client where they are at in life. Scott received his Master's degree in psychology from the University of MN, Duluth.
EDUCATION
Master’s Degree in Psychology
University of MN-Duluth
Bachelors Degree in Psychology
University of WI-Superior
LICENSE
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Stephanie Rock, MS
Mental Health Therapist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Steph has been actively working, for over 20 years with adults, families, and children with disabilities. She has provided educational and tutoring services to those with dyslexia and other disabilities. Her love of education and learning led her to return to college and get her master’s degree in psychology. She is excited to be providing therapy to both adults and children. She addresses areas to include: depression, anxiety, grief and loss, child behavioral issues, family and relational issues, adults and children with disabilities, death and dying, to name a few. Helping others has always been a passion in her life. She is currently working toward her licensure as a Professional Clinical Counselor.
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health
Capella University
Jeff Bernstein, BS
Mental Health Intern
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jeff is currently a graduated student at the University of Wisconsin-Superior in the Marriage and Family Therapy program. He is completing his internship with our clinic. He is passionate about working with individuals across the lifespan, with a special interest in supporting adults and older adults experiencing bereavement, OCD, and anxiety related disorders. Drawing from Client Centered Therapy and Bowenian Systems Therapy, Jeff strives to create a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. Jeff believes meaningful therapeutic relationship are build on empathy, authenticity, and collaboration.
Becca Gorder MA ART-P
Certified Art Therapist
Mental Health Therapist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Becca has been working in the field of mental health for over 7 years. She specializes in art therapy, working with both children and adults. She works with clients of all ages addressing PTSD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief and loss, stress management to name a few. Her experience includes working with Autism, deaf culture, and persons with physical disabilities.
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Art Therapy
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Bachelors Degree in Studio Art
Minor in American Sign Language
The College of St. Scholastica
Reilly White MSW LICSW LADC
Mental Health Therapist
Alcohol & Drug Counselor
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Reilly has been working with dually diagnosed mental and chemical health since 2022. She enjoys working with addiction of all kinds, depression, grief and loss, and life stressors. Reilly has a special interest in the LGBTQ+ population.
Reilly has received additional certifications in Integrative CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, social anxiety, and phobias. She has also been certified in Internal Family Systems therapy. Finally, she is certified in Affirmative Counseling for Transgender and Gender Diverse Clients.
She is excited to be providing services in the Willow River School District for the 2026-2027 school year.
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Social Work
Capella University
Addiction Certification
MN North College
Bachelors Degree in Psychology
University of MN-Duluth
LICENSE
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor
Araya Heinen, BA
Psychometrist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Araya is currently working on her doctoral degree from Augsburg University. She has completed her practicum in psychometrics, completing psychological evaluations. Araya works in as a psychometrist in our clinic, doing assessment for ADHD, Adult Autism, diagnostic clarification, cognitive and memory assessment, along with adaptive functioning.
Robin Pfuhl, BS
Mental Health Intern
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Robin is a graduate clinician pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating complex trauma, intimate partner violence (IPV), sexual assault, and acute life stressors.
Robin’s therapeutic framework is grounded in person-centered principles, prioritizing clinical empathy, authenticity, unconditional positive regard, and cultural humility. To address the unique clinical needs of each client, she integrates evidence-based interventions within a trauma-informed care model. Her clinical experience includes crisis advocacy, strength-based therapy, and resilience-building strategies. Committed to professional development and evidence-based practice, Robin focuses her ongoing clinical training on advanced interventions for survivors of interpersonal violence and complex trauma, with the ultimate goal of delivering highly compassionate, culturally responsive mental health services.