LICENSED marriage and family therapist in minnetonka, mn
IT’S TIME TO CARE FOR YOUR RELATIONSHIPS.
callie papa ma, lmft
At the core of my work is a simple idea:
The way we relate to others - and ourselves - is learned.
And it can be understood and changed.
Relationships shape how we:
experience connection and conflict
respond to stress and emotion
understand ourselves
When something feels “stuck”, it’s often because there’s a cyclical pattern underneath it. In therapy we work to identify those patterns, understand where they come from, and create new ways of responding.
Much of my work focuses on helping clients navigate:
relationship patterns and attachment dynamics
couples conflict and communication
anxiety and emotional overwhelm
family of origin experiences
parenting and relational stress
divorce and discernment transitions
my core belief:
Secure, connected relationships are essential to healing
Therapy with me is active, collaborative, and grounded.
I’m not just sitting back and nodding along, I’m engaged with you throughout the therapy process.
You can expect:
thoughtful questions that help you see patterns more clearly
a balance of insight and practical change
space to hold both the hard and meaningful parts of your experience
a relationship that feels supportive, steady, and real
We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, while still moving forward.
HEre’s what I believe about therapy:
You don’t need to become someone “different” - you need space to understand yourself more fully
Change happens through both insight and experience
A strong therapeutic relationship is an important part of the healing process
The patterns you’re experiencing make sense,
even if they feel frustrating
Get the support that’s right for you.
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My approach is informed by:
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Attachment Theory
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
High Conflict & Complex Family Systems
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Discernment Counseling
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Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from University of St. Thomas
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #3795, Minnesota
Ready to get started?