Cactus Counseling Center has been rebranded to Bloom & Thrive Therapy.
Cactus Counseling Center has been rebranded to Bloom & Thrive Therapy.
Nurture. Bloom. Thrive.
Online therapy in Minneapolis, MN
and online in Minnesota and Arizona.
Individual Online Therapy for Adults 18+ years old.
My commitment to social and political justice within the healing community
At this practice, there is zero tolerance for hate speech, racism, white supremacy, transphobia, homophobia, misogyny, xenophobia, or any ideology rooted in oppression and violence.
As a white, cisgender woman and queer therapist, I feel a deep responsibility to name and challenge the systems of harm that continue to impact the mental health and well-being of so many in my own community and the communities of others. I do not—and will never—support Donald Trump, or any political figure or ideology that fuels hate, violence or oppression.
Since the presidency of Donald Trump, we have witnessed an alarming rise in repressive legislation and violent rhetoric targeting marginalized communities—immigrants, Black and Indigenous people, queer and trans folks, disabled individuals, and many others who have historically borne the brunt of systemic harm in this country. These policies and attitudes are not abstract political differences—they cause real trauma and suffering. And they have no place here.
In this space, I strive to create a sanctuary for healing, empowerment, and liberation. My practice is rooted in anti-racism, equity, and radical compassion. I acknowledge my privilege and continuously work to dismantle it, both internally and externally. It is a space where your pain will not be minimized, your identity will not be questioned, and your lived experience will not be up for debate. I believe in co-creating a therapeutic relationship that honors your truth to grieve, to rage, to hope and to heal. I will honor your resilience or your irritation of constantly having to be resilient; and your right to exist fully and safely—no matter who you are or where you come from.
There is no neutrality in therapy. I stand firmly against oppression in all its forms and in solidarity with those fighting for justice.
You are welcome here. You are safe here. You are seen here. You belong here.
Are you tired of masking your authentic self?
Maybe you’ve spent your entire life masking your own needs, instead trying to be a chameleon; blending in with society and family norms. All the while, you’re itching to take the mask off and unleash your authentic self. You want the freedom and confidence that comes with being authentically you but life feels too overwhelming and complicated.
As soon as you start to show your authentic self, your are scrutinized and criticized by others including your loved ones. You can’t stop questioning everything in your life and your inner critic keeps telling you to get your shit together already! It feels like no one understands what you’re going through, and that feels so lonely.
You constantly worry if others will like/accept you if you show your authentic self due to your past experiences. You would rather spend hours upon hours on social media escaping your life and dreaming of being their highlight reels. The mask you’ve been wearing for so long has taken over your authentic self. You feel disconnected from the person you truly are. You feel lost.
I help clients with:
Self-esteem issues
Anxiety
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Perfectionism
People pleasing
Boundaries
Sexuality
Coping skills
Social anxiety
Stress management
Negative thoughts
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They tried to bury us but they didn’t know we were seeds.
BLOOM WITH ME
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BLOOM WITH ME ✦
Hi, I’m Stephanie.
I’ll help you nurture the parts you’ve been taught to hide, bloom as weird and awkwardly as you need and thrive no matter, in this messy and chaotic world we live in.
Therapy with me is a space where you can show up and be 100% you. You don’t have to worry about fitting into a certain mold, saying or not saying the correct thing. This is a place where I want you to show up as you. A place where you will be seen, understood, and valued for exactly who you are. Authenticity isn’t just encouraged, it’s celebrated.
If you have ever felt…
Like you don’t belong or fit in
Othered
Weird
Oppressed
Like an outsider
Unheard
You’re in the right place, I’m here to help you work through the mud and muck so you can bloom into the amazing person you are!