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Carolyn Sanchez Hulstrand is a Licensed Graduate Social Worker currently working under the supervision of Jennifer Joseph, PsyD, LP. Carolyn identifies as biracial and bilingual, with roots in Mexico and the United States; she speaks Spanish and English fluently. Carolyn’s interest in mental health initiated during her time working in schools as a special education paraprofessional, closely supporting students and their families with their social and emotional needs.

Carolyn received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamline University and completed her graduate degree in 2020 through the University of Minnesota. Carolyn has experience with clients from early childhood to young adulthood struggling with problems stemming from trauma, mood disorders and neurological disorders. Carolyn takes a systems approach to treatment, meaning that she sees individuals as part of larger systems that affect their mental health and wellbeing. Carolyn believes that recovery is non-linear and looks different for each individual. Her method includes collaborating with clients to best achieve their recovery vision. Carolyn draws from a wide range of evidence-based interventions, including dialectical behavioral therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. In her work with parents, Carolyn draws from the Circle of Security program and the Collaborative Problem Solving treatment model by Dr. Ross Greene.

Carolyn sees clients at the Natalis University location.

Maddison is a mental health therapist working with adolescents and adults at the Natalis St. Paul Clinic. Maddison has experience working with clients individually and in group therapy settings. She believes that each individual has their own unique strengths that allows them to reach their goals when provided with a safe, supportive and accepting space.

Education & Training
Maddison received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Gender and Women’s Studies from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She then received a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology through the Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology program at the University of Minnesota – Twin cities, along with a Graduate Minor in Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices. Maddison is a LPCC candidate.

Specialties
Anxiety, Depression, & Other Mood Disorders
Trauma & Related Disorders
Life Transition & Adjustment Issues
Relationship, Intimacy, & Communication Concerns
LGBTQ+ Health & Satisfaction
Grief & Loss
Mindfulness & Alternative Wellness Practices
Women’s Issues
Stress Management & Relaxation
Parenting Support & Education
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Workplace Difficulties & Career Counseling
Issues Regarding Self-Image & Self-Worth

Rita (she/her, they/them) is the Associate Director of Training at Natalis. In addition to a love of training developing practitioners, Rita has a range of experience working with clients individually and in group settings. She has this to say about her experience and practice style:

I value all of the work I do, and all types of people are welcome in my space. I have an emphasis in practice working with people from marginalized/oppressed communities (e.g. BIPOC, LGBTQIA, people with disabilities to name a few), sex positivity, poly/open relationship orientations, grief/loss/transition, college student mental health, neurodiversity, white accountability, and earth-based spiritual traditions. I especially enjoy working with individuals who are new to and/or unsure if counseling is the best option for their well-being.

I believe in equity, justice, and honoring individuals, communities, and nature. The world is a big place, and our personal paths are often shaped by family, friends, community, institutions and experiences; sometimes it is these exact experiences that bring someone to counseling. Being mindful of and addressing oppressive, discriminatory, and colonized ways of being are key personal and professional responsibilities I hold. I consider it an honor to do the work of counseling, and my style is very collaborative– you have valuable wisdom and experience to share. A core element of my style is that our work should always feel safe while recognizing it might not always feel comfortable as we grow.

Education & Professional Activities
Rita is a Licensed Psychologist in Minnesota and holds both a Master’s degree and PhD from the Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology program at the University of Minnesota. In addition to her training through an APA accredited doctoral program, Rita completed an APA accredited predoctoral internship with Student Counseling Services at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Sandidge’s post-doctoral fellowship focused on sexual health and gender under the supervision of Tera Jansen, PsyD, LP, CST. Rita has additional experience in forensic settings with a wide variety of age ranges and counseling concerns, and has been providing mental health services for over a decade. Rita is trained in clinical supervision and holds an adjunct faculty position at a local university.

Specialties
Career Counseling & Assessment
Grief/loss/transition
Poly, open, consensual non-monogamous relationships
Sexual orientation and identity
Kink and BDSM
Gender identity and expression
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma including historical, generational, and institutional trauma
Sexual abuse/trauma
Life transitions
white accountability
Neurodiversity
College student mental health
Exploring therapy as a useful resource
Stress management and coping
Sexual health

Patricia is a Board Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse.

She works with a psychiatrist to provide assessment and medication management for clients. She has worked in both hospital and outpatient clinic settings with clients of all ages and in need of all levels of care.

She works as part of a team to support and help clients get the care and services they need to help manage their mental health diagnosis.

Rebecca is a school based mental health therapist who has experience working with adolescents and their families with a variety of mental health and chemical health diagnoses. She provides individual therapy to the students at North High School in North St. Paul. Rebecca uses a client-centered approach in her therapy and collaborates with each student to learn new coping skills, regulate emotions, improve relationships, build confidence, and empower them on their mental health journey. Rebecca also leads the Hmong Women’s Group at our Natalis University Avenue location.

Education & Professional Activities
Rebecca received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Minnesota State University at Mankato and her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Psychological Services at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She is also certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Rebecca receives clinical supervision from Ann Becher-Ingwalson, PsyD, LADC, LPCC, DBTC. She sees clients at North High School through the School-Linked Mental Health program at Natalis and leads the Hmong Women’s Group at Natalis.

Specialties
Individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults
Depression
Anxiety
Culturally Sensitive Psychotherapy
Early Adulthood Transition
Propel
Parenting Skills

Nique has worked in mental health for over six years. Prior to working at Natalis, she spent two years with youth, adolescents, and their families doing in-home therapy. Nique utilizes a variety of different therapeutic interventions depending on the individual. Nique is client centered and tailors the therapeutic modality to what’s best for the client, often including mindfulness through techniques including yoga and meditation.

Nique is a Queer woman of color who enjoys working with adolescent girls, women, military families, couples, and the Queer community. Nique believes that she is just along with you on your journey of life to help you find the tools for your toolbox to be healthy, happy and liberated.

“It is your road and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you”. – Rumi

Education & Professional Activities
Nique studied Community Psychology at St. Cloud State University and decided to take her love of systems further to complete her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at St. Mary’s University in Minneapolis, MN.
Nique is certified in Prepare/Enrich (pre-marital counseling), Managing & Adapting Practices (school aged children), and is a registered trauma informed yoga teacher. Nique is a Queer identifying woman of color who desires to bring yoga to the Natalis community as well as the Queer community.
Nique is currently on her journey to become a Certified Sex Therapist.

In Nique’s spare time she enjoys practicing yoga, walking her dog, Tank, meditating in the sun, traveling, and spending time with those who make her laugh.

Specialties
Depression Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Family Therapy
Oppositional Defiant Disorders
Mindfulness
Truancy
LGBTQIA+
Transgender Health & Wellness
Suicidal Ideation & Self-Injurious Behaviors
Trauma Informed Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Sexual Trauma
Sexual Health
Prepare/Enrich Certified Facilitator – Premarital/Married Couples
Trauma Informed Yoga
Yoga
Meditation
Parenting Psychoeducation & Coaching
Military Families

Lisa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Psychologist, who has more than seven years of experience doing in-home therapy. She has worked in a day treatment facility, a state hospital, and a chemical dependency unit. Additionally, as part of her family therapy specialty, Lisa spends time on-site at South High School, in Minneapolis, where she meets with adolescents and families. In many cases, going on location to meet with clients enables a more comfortable and conducive environment.

Lisa believes it is important to collaborate with a client and help him or her pinpoint, and in turn, separate problems. The process starts with identification – a 360 degree examination of all areas of the client’s life. Who supports whom, what effect does that have and how does it influence hopes, values, and strengths? The key, Lisa believes, is to use those areas in the value system to manage problems. It’s an internal infrastructure of sorts, and it is important to realize that it’s different for everyone.

Education & Professional Activities
Lisa attended Argosy University/Twin Cities – Minnesota School of Professional Psychology (Psy.D. Degree in Clinical Psychology, 2007; M.A. Marriage and Family Therapy) and Minot State University (B.A. Psychology, Minor Addiction Studies). Her professional association memberships include: American Psychological Association, American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, and the Minnesota Association of American Marriage and Family Therapy.

Lisa is an industry thought-leader who attends development conferences and speaking engagements. She also teaches a class at the Minnesota Center for Obesity, Metabolism and Endoconology. Previous to joining Natalis, Lisa spent time at the University of Minnesota Day Community (Minneapolis), Willmar Regional Treatment Center (Willmar, Minn.), The City, Inc. (Minneapolis), and Fairview Riverside Hospital (Minneapolis).

Specialties
Therapy for adolescents struggling with chemical dependency, depression, anxiety, truancy, emotional issues, sexual identity issues, abuse, and family issues
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Narrative therapy
Solution focused therapy
Hypnosis
Family therapy
Therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional difficulties, sexual identity issues, and health issues
ADHD assessments
Psychological evaluations (inpatient and outpatient)
Personality make-up evaluations

I started at Natalis in 2017 as practicum student and began working as a therapist here in 2018. I provide therapy for adults using a client-centered/eclectic approach to therapy that utilizes an assortment of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy techniques specific to the individual’s needs. I have provided services in intensive outpatient and DBT groups. My hobbies include travel, outdoor activities, video games, and spending time with my family.

Education & Professional Activities
I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and my Masters degree in Clinical Counseling from Capella University in Minneapolis, MN. I am currently supervised by Elizabeth Goodchild, MBA, MA, PsyD, LMFT, LP.

Personal Statement/Approach
I will continue to work hard to gain the knowledge and skill necessary to play a proactive and essential role in the lives of those in need.

Specialties
Life Issues
Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
Relationships and communication
Stress Management and Relaxation
Self-Esteem
Grief and Loss

Elizabeth Goodchild’s clinical practice includes psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups. She is the director of Natalis’ Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Intensive Outpatient programs (IOP). She also completes psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Elizabeth focuses on working in collaboration with her clients to provide care and support, as well as helping them develop more effective emotional functioning.

Education & Professional Activities
Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Minnesota; her Master of Business Administration from the University of Minnesota; Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy from the Adler Graduate School, and her Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology.

Elizabeth is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota. She is also a board-approved supervisor for LMFT, LP, and LPCC clinicians.

Specialties
Individual Psychological Support
Intensive Outpatient Group Therapy
Psychological Evaluations for: ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Assessments of Emotional and Cognitive Functioning, and Personality Assessments
Individual Therapy
DBT Individual and Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Parenting Skills
Prolonged Exposure for PTSD, OCD, panic, and anxiety disorders
Alderian Therapy/Lifestyle Analysis