Personal Mission Statement
To create an environment of trust with clients that enables them to find hope and from that hope gain the courage to change. 

Self Care
I love to bike, get out in nature, read books, movies, and play all kinds of games.  I need a balance of doing things by myself and doing things with my family and friends, and in this crazy busy world am always struggling to find that balance. 

Populations Served
Individuals, couples, and families of all ages

Experience or Competencies
I have had the pleasure of providing therapy to hundreds of individuals, couples and families in their home as well as in the office.  I have worked with most issues facing clients today such as anxiety, depression, conflict, anger, etc.  I also have significant experience providing family therapy, couples therapy, Christian based therapy, sand tray therapy, men’s issues, divorce, and trauma. 

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
Marriage and Family Therapist PREPARE/ENRICH trainer and Practitioner Sand Tray Therapist A.V.E Trained Minnesota Board of MFT Approved Supervisor

Personal Mission Statement
To guide staff to adhere to the mission of Family Prospective Resources, Inc., to provide client centered services, to expect of others no more than I expect of myself, and to follow the golden rule to treat others like I would want to be treated.  To build a trusting relationship with my clients, help and support my clients to address their emotional pain and relationship struggles that brought them to therapy, and then help them adjust and reconstruct a satisfying life.

Self Care
I strive everyday to practice what I preach and seek spiritual-social-emotional and physical well being.  Running is my coping mechanism.  I escape by traveling, spending time with friends, gardening, and cleaning.  I am energized by reorganizing, learning effective therapy techniques, and hanging with others that share the same passions in life.

Populations Served
Populations I work with:  I enjoy working with individuals and families of ages and stages of development. 

Personal Mission Statement
It is my belief that people are valuable regardless of the type of problems they have had in their lives and should be treated with dignity and respect in a caring environment. With this in mind, I am committed to work with clients in a way that honors their story and builds on their strengths and potential by challenging them to go to the next level in their lives.

Self Care
Running, reading, working out, fishing and spending time with those I love

Populations Served
Children, adolescents, adults, couples and families:  Her experience includes, but is not limited to, trauma focused work, childhood trauma, grief and loss, life stressors, anger issues, Christian focused therapy, depression, anxiety and ADHD. Vicki also counsels survivors of sexual, verbal, physical and psychological abuse.

Experience or Competencies
Vicki is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and is trained in Evidence based therapy (EBT) for children's mental health.

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certification in EMDR, Evidenced Based Practice for Children’s Mental Health

Personal Mission Statement
Robert recognizes that each individual is an individual, and as such has their own story to tell.  Robert works to foster absolute care and respect for each individual that enters his office and value the story that needs to be told.  Robert believes healing can happen when a foundation of trust and respect is developed and maintained, and he works hard to that end.  

Self Care
Robert is a bit of a self proclaimed nerd.  When not spending time with his family or working, both of which he enjoys immensely, he can typically be found charging his batteries in front of a computer screen playing video games, or on Netflix catching up on episodes of Dr. Who or Battlestar Galactica.  Rob can also be found at the gym four to five times a week working on remaining healthy.  

Populations Served
Robert's primary focus has been with couples as well as adolescents and adults.  This has included some work at the Big Lake Middle School.  Robert also enjoys helping younger children. 

Experience or Competencies
Couples, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, Depression, Anxiety 

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
LMFT, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Parenting Assessments

Personal Mission Statement
I work to provide a safe, comfortable environment that encourages and creates change. 

Self Care
It is important to me, as a therapist, to make self care a priority.  Professionally, for self care, I seek regular supervision and try to keep myself up to date and informed on new studies and techniques related to the field.  Personally, for self care, I enjoy spending time with friends and family; reading and playing volleyball.

Populations Served
I have worked in a number of settings (school, outpatient office, in home, etc.) and have a passion for supporting all people (individuals, couples, families, etc) through their journey of change.  I utilize humor and faith in services, where appropriate, and am skilled in working with adolescents

Experience or Competencies
I have experience providing services in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, grief and loss, and family change.  

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
DBT informed, Certified Evidence Based Practitioner, Trained Cognitive Thought Practitioner, AVE, Mediation, Signs of Safety

Amy provides outpatient and school based therapy for FPR, and she also supervises the family based - in home program at FPR.  Amy received her Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University.  Amy's undergraduate degree is in Criminal Justice, and she has worked with the MPLS Police Department, with victims and families affected by violent crimes, and for the MN Department of Corrections.  Amy has received intensive training, and specializes in working with children 0-5 years old, using Experiential Play Therapy Techniques, Filial (Parent child) Play Therapy, and Sand Tray Techniques.  Amy has a strong passion for working with children and their families.  She also provides services through Big Lake Middle School and Liberty Elementary School in Big Lake MN. Amy has experience working with families and children of all ages dealing with abuse, crisis, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, autism spectrum disorders and a variety of life stressors. 

Pam comes to Family Prospective Resources with a wealth of experience including 35 years in the medical profession working with individuals and families. More recently, she has provided therapy and skills training for families, couples, individuals, adolescents and children. Pam has experience working with physical, sexual, emotional and medical trauma. She has also worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, anger issues, parenting skills, and behavioral issues.  Pam uses “play in therapy” with children and is working toward certification as a Play Therapist.  Pam incorporates a strength-based and solution-focused approach while holding true to her faith values.

Personal Mission Statement
I am committed to the restoration and improvement of familial relationships, and committed to generational change in families. I feel very strongly about working with individuals and families whatever their current situation may be, and working with them to establish positive changes that will positively affect generations to come in their families.

Self Care
When I am not at work I enjoy being outside, playing guitar, reading books, playing card games, and playing board games.  Most importantly, however, I relax by spending time with friends and family that I love.

Populations Served
I work with adults, teens, adolescents, children, families, and couples.  I work with families/individuals with a variety of income levels, religious beliefs, and have had experience working with Hispanic families and individuals as well.

Experience or Competencies
Couples, Parenting, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, ADHD, Sexual Abuse Victims, Trauma Victims, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and Sensory Integration Disorders.

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
Licensed Associate of Marriage and Family Therapy (LAMFT), PREPARE/ENRICH Certification, Advanced Sand Tray Therapy, 1-2-3 Magic parenting program

Personal Mission Statement
God has provided within me the passion and desire to serve His goals and as such I am working as a therapist to help others reach their goals and find their purpose often by digging into the issues at hand and finding healthy resolutions in the midst of trauma.

Self Care
Spend time with my family, Play video games, Watch movies, Drive

Populations Served
Teens and couples and families

Experience or Competencies
25 years of Leadership and People Experience, Family Skills and Therapy, Trauma, Teens, Military and Civilian Lifestyles and Transitions, Christian

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
MA in MFT, BS in Human Factors Engineering, Basic Sand Tray Certificate, PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator, Mentor

Personal Mission Statement
My goal as a therapist is to find the unique strengths of each client and to build on those strengths to create positive change in their lives. I believe all individuals are capable of leading the life they would like to, as long as they believe in their abilities and use the talents and strengths they already hold.

Self Care
I have a passion for art and creating, and use this as a release to express my thoughts, feelings, and creativity in different ways. I rely on family and friends for connections and laughter, and I utilize meditation and mindfulness for spiritual growth and keeping a centered and balanced mind.

Populations Served
I work with children, adolescence, couples, families, and individual adults. I also facilitate groups through FPR.

Experience or Competencies
I've worked with families, couples, and individuals struggling with many of life's challenges including depression, anxiety, anger, and high levels of conflict. I have extra experience in play/interactive therapy and utilizing creativity and art in therapy. I also have a passion for working with couples through difficult times and guiding them into new relationship patterns.

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
Master's of Science degree from St. Cloud State University in Marriage and Family Therapy,
PREPARE/ENRICH, AVE

Personal Mission Statement
It is my therapeutic mission to establish a positive therapeutic relationship with families and meet them wherever they are at in their lives without judgment. I work to instill hope with each individual I encounter and I help families find that they have the tools they need to influence the way in which they approach their life circumstances. It is always my goal to encourage clients while maintaining the authenticity of who I am, which I believe leads to successful therapeutic results.

Self Care
I workout/play sports, spend time with family and friends, listen to music, and read.

Populations Served
I work with adults, adolescents, and children.

Experience or Competencies
I have experience working with families and individuals who have struggled with trauma, brain injury, developmental disabilities, divorce, depression, and anxiety. In addition, I serve families in the foster care system as well as the GLBT community. 

Licenses, Certificates, and Training
MA- Marriage and Family Therapy (Argosy University), BS- Community Psychology (St. Cloud State University), Sand Tray Therapy, Audio Visual Entrainment

Dr. Connor works at FPR part-time providing outpatient therapy.  Individuals, families and couples, along with MFT clinical supervision.  Her counseling experience includes working with children, adolescence, adults, families, and the elderly, as well as, families coping with dementia, abuse, chronic physical health problems, depression, and anxiety.  Jennifer’s style is a systematic, strength-based approach to structured problem solving.  Dr. Connor is a full-time professor at St. Cloud State University in the Counseling and Psychology Department. 

Jodi has been practicing marriage and family therapy since 2003.  She received a Bachelor’s Degree from Northwestern College and a Master’s Degree from Argosy University.  She has facilitated a TruThought Cognitive Skills Group since 2005.  She provides outpatient and family counseling services for FPR.  Jodi also works full-time for Isanti County Adult Mental Health.  She has counseled clients experiencing a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger, parenting and family issues.  Jodi’s style focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, finding solutions, family systems, and individual strengths.

Kristi has been working for FPR since 2008 as Family Group Decision Making Coordinator and Facilitator, Case Manager, and Supervised Visitation Monitor.  Kristi received her Bachelor Degree in Psychology from North Central University.  Prior to FPR, Kristi worked as a Family Counselor and Case Manager for clients with chemical dependency and dual diagnosis and she worked prior as an Associate Pastor Leadership Director.  Kristi has a gift of connecting with others and is very successful working with children, adults, families, and communities.

Hi my name is Samson.  This is my third year working as a co-therapist at Family Prospective Resources.  As you can see I find it important to meet clients were they are at, even if this means dressing like a girl.  I am a great support for those who come to therapy for the first time, or for those who are dealing with grief, sadness, anxiety, trauma, or other issues they bring to therapy.  I have had the privilege of some of the clients teaching me tricks to build up their confidence.  In my free time I love to spend time on the boat with my mom and dad.  As they enjoy fishing I nap under the warmth of the sun. My dad and I have a special relationship.  Dad loves to frisbee golf and allows me the freedom to run around the park.  My most favorite snack ever is Waggin Train Cowboys Steaks.  As far as my favorite toys at work, there are several.  There is a huge dog puppet in the playroom that I find absolutely amazing.  Then there is this yellow stuffed bunny I can’t keep my mouth off.  Needless to say I could go on and on.  My schedule is Monday-Thursday and I look forward to meeting you!