Kind Mind Counseling Center est. 2012.
The name came from a Tibetan Monk who referred to our "compassionate heart" with the words: "Use Your Kind Mind." When asked, he explained that when we are living authentically, there is no disconnection between the mind and heart - "they are the same." With his thick Tibetan accent, he felt it was easier to understand his annunciation if he instead used Kind Mind when teaching about Loving Kindness.
The green leaf as the logo, is of the Bodhi Tree, which grows in India. In the Kind Mind lobby, you will find an actual leaf brought back from the region, where the Buddha sat under the Bodhi Tree and attained enlightenment.
Each of us are on a quest for enlightenment into our own suffering, and alleviation of emotional pain. Here at Kind Mind, we work from our compassionate heart aka kind mind, to assist you in finding enlightenment of mind, body, and spirit.
The name came from a Tibetan Monk who referred to our "compassionate heart" with the words: "Use Your Kind Mind." When asked, he explained that when we are living authentically, there is no disconnection between the mind and heart - "they are the same." With his thick Tibetan accent, he felt it was easier to understand his annunciation if he instead used Kind Mind when teaching about Loving Kindness.
The green leaf as the logo, is of the Bodhi Tree, which grows in India. In the Kind Mind lobby, you will find an actual leaf brought back from the region, where the Buddha sat under the Bodhi Tree and attained enlightenment.
Each of us are on a quest for enlightenment into our own suffering, and alleviation of emotional pain. Here at Kind Mind, we work from our compassionate heart aka kind mind, to assist you in finding enlightenment of mind, body, and spirit.
MN STATE-WIDE Telehealth Available Now!
To Request An Appointment,
CALL: 218-263-5949
Diane Leaders = ext. 5
Owner/ Supervisor: Marmie Jotter = ext. 2
Darra Bonham or Berni Pospeck = ext. 3
Becca Leaders = ext. 4
Alicia Isom = ext. 6
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To Request An Appointment,
CALL: 218-263-5949
Diane Leaders = ext. 5
Owner/ Supervisor: Marmie Jotter = ext. 2
Darra Bonham or Berni Pospeck = ext. 3
Becca Leaders = ext. 4
Alicia Isom = ext. 6
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Diane Leaders, MSW, LGSW - TELEHEALTH ONLY COVID vaccinated Currently Accepting New Clients
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Adults)
Specialization: Grief/Loss
Diane is currently an LGSW, with the additional requirements for her clinical licensure nearly completed. Diane has worked in the social work and mental health field for the previous 22 years. She has significant experience in community advocacy, medical settings, hospice and clinical mental health settings. She completed her undergraduate studies at Bemidji State, and her graduate studies through the University of Minnesota Duluth. She is a registered social work supervisor with the Mn Board of Social Work.
She uses a strength-based, solution focused, empathy based approach in her practice, with emphasis in evidence based, person centered, humanistic, motivational interviewing. Diane has extensive experience with caregiver stress, grief and loss, grief support groups, terminal illness and dementia changes, trauma, and healthy and positive aging and transitions. She is experienced in treatment and management of stress related disorders, depression and anxiety disorders, and major life changes.
Diane and her husband raised two children, and she is actively involved in the lives of her five grandchildren. Diane has rescued many dogs over the years, and is part of the Midwest English Springer Rescue team. In her spare time, she enjoys bicycling, gardening and furniture restoration.
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Adults)
Specialization: Grief/Loss
Diane is currently an LGSW, with the additional requirements for her clinical licensure nearly completed. Diane has worked in the social work and mental health field for the previous 22 years. She has significant experience in community advocacy, medical settings, hospice and clinical mental health settings. She completed her undergraduate studies at Bemidji State, and her graduate studies through the University of Minnesota Duluth. She is a registered social work supervisor with the Mn Board of Social Work.
She uses a strength-based, solution focused, empathy based approach in her practice, with emphasis in evidence based, person centered, humanistic, motivational interviewing. Diane has extensive experience with caregiver stress, grief and loss, grief support groups, terminal illness and dementia changes, trauma, and healthy and positive aging and transitions. She is experienced in treatment and management of stress related disorders, depression and anxiety disorders, and major life changes.
Diane and her husband raised two children, and she is actively involved in the lives of her five grandchildren. Diane has rescued many dogs over the years, and is part of the Midwest English Springer Rescue team. In her spare time, she enjoys bicycling, gardening and furniture restoration.
Darra Bonham, LGSW: COVID VACCINATED - TELEHEALTH & In-person: Currently FULL
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults)
I enjoy helping others and have worked in the mental health and human services field for over 9 years. My previous experience includes working with individuals, groups, and families in Native American tribal settings. My education focused on Native American/Indigenous peoples in both my bachelor degree in Social Work from the College of St. Scholastica and Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Minnesota-Duluth.
I use a strength based, humanistic approach incorporating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy. I have experience in treating depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and stressor related disorders, historical and generational trauma, adjustment disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders, and more. I have extensive training in trauma, suicide and suicidality, self-harm, and crisis response.
In my personal time I enjoy spending time with my family, tending to my indoor plants, gardening, sewing, beading, and drawing.
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults)
I enjoy helping others and have worked in the mental health and human services field for over 9 years. My previous experience includes working with individuals, groups, and families in Native American tribal settings. My education focused on Native American/Indigenous peoples in both my bachelor degree in Social Work from the College of St. Scholastica and Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Minnesota-Duluth.
I use a strength based, humanistic approach incorporating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapy. I have experience in treating depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma and stressor related disorders, historical and generational trauma, adjustment disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders, and more. I have extensive training in trauma, suicide and suicidality, self-harm, and crisis response.
In my personal time I enjoy spending time with my family, tending to my indoor plants, gardening, sewing, beading, and drawing.
ALICIA ISOM, LGSW: COVID VACCINATED - TELEHEALTH & In-person: Currently FULL.
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults / Families)
I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker through the Minnesota Board of Social Work. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at St. Cloud State University. After working in the field for a few years, I decided to obtain my Master’s in Social Work. My past work has included, working with children with autism, relational trauma, youth and adults with sexual abuse histories, county social work and medical social work.
In my work I use a client-centered and body-centered approach by prioritizing relationship and connection. I am particularly interested in the mind/body connection and somatic-experiencing. Additionally, I believe fostering hope through predictable, empathetic care is an integral piece of healing past trauma. I work with couples, individuals, and young adults to decrease stress responses and to increase positive relational interactions in their daily lives.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my small family. I enjoy being outside in nature, running, yoga, and mountain biking. I also love to macramé, craft, and cook new meals.
I look forward to working with you.
(Target Populations: Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults / Families)
I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker through the Minnesota Board of Social Work. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at St. Cloud State University. After working in the field for a few years, I decided to obtain my Master’s in Social Work. My past work has included, working with children with autism, relational trauma, youth and adults with sexual abuse histories, county social work and medical social work.
In my work I use a client-centered and body-centered approach by prioritizing relationship and connection. I am particularly interested in the mind/body connection and somatic-experiencing. Additionally, I believe fostering hope through predictable, empathetic care is an integral piece of healing past trauma. I work with couples, individuals, and young adults to decrease stress responses and to increase positive relational interactions in their daily lives.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my small family. I enjoy being outside in nature, running, yoga, and mountain biking. I also love to macramé, craft, and cook new meals.
I look forward to working with you.
BERNI POSPECK, LGSW - In Person: Currently Taking Clients
(Target Populations: Children 10 & Up, and Adults)
I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), specializing in Mental Health. I have much experience with children and adults with varying disabilities, including Serious and Persistent Mental Illness, and Indigenous American mental health & Historical trauma. I use a person-centered trauma-informed treatment approach to my therapy style, and also I incorporate movement/Fine Arts/theatre into therapy, and mindfulness practice.
(Target Populations: Children 10 & Up, and Adults)
I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), specializing in Mental Health. I have much experience with children and adults with varying disabilities, including Serious and Persistent Mental Illness, and Indigenous American mental health & Historical trauma. I use a person-centered trauma-informed treatment approach to my therapy style, and also I incorporate movement/Fine Arts/theatre into therapy, and mindfulness practice.
- EMDR: Eye Movement Desentization and Reprocessing and the Neuroscience, Diagnosis, and Best Practice for Successful Trauma Treatment, PESI
- Minnesota Legal & Ethical Issues for Mental Health Clinicians-Susan Lewis, PhD. PESI Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certificate Course, PESI
BECCA LEADERS, LMFT: COVID VACCINATED - In-Person & TELEHEALTH: Currently Taking Clients.
(Target Populations: Marital/Couple, Family and Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults)
I have a Bachelors Degree in Applied Psychology from Bemidji State University and a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I became fully licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Minnesota in 2014.
I work with all populations, ages 13 years of age and above providing individual, couple/marital, family and group therapies. I am experienced in working in in-home settings with children and adults; skilled in crisis intervention and stabilization services in both urban and rural communities; experienced in providing individual, marital and group therapies for veterans of all eras and branches of the military; provided outpatient therapy intermittently since 2013, worked in intensive residential treatment facilities, MN correctional facilities, mobile crisis services and crisis stabilization facilities. Most recently, I was the clinical director of a mobile crisis team and crisis stabilization facility.
Certifications:
MN Board Approved LMFT Supervisor
Certified Circles of Security Facilitator
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Trainings:
(Target Populations: Marital/Couple, Family and Individual Therapy for Children 13 & Up, including Adults)
I have a Bachelors Degree in Applied Psychology from Bemidji State University and a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I became fully licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Minnesota in 2014.
I work with all populations, ages 13 years of age and above providing individual, couple/marital, family and group therapies. I am experienced in working in in-home settings with children and adults; skilled in crisis intervention and stabilization services in both urban and rural communities; experienced in providing individual, marital and group therapies for veterans of all eras and branches of the military; provided outpatient therapy intermittently since 2013, worked in intensive residential treatment facilities, MN correctional facilities, mobile crisis services and crisis stabilization facilities. Most recently, I was the clinical director of a mobile crisis team and crisis stabilization facility.
Certifications:
MN Board Approved LMFT Supervisor
Certified Circles of Security Facilitator
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Trainings:
- DBT Certification and group facilitator for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder;
- CBT certification;
- CIT trained;
- ASIST;
- CPR/First Aid;
- Many leadership and manager trainings;
- LGBTQ issues;
- Experience and facilitation in Illness Management and Recovery Training and Mental Illness/Chemical Dependency Training;
- Crisis Assessment, Intervention and Stabilization services;
- Military families- marital and family issues related to deployment/reintegration, PTSD.
- MN Marriage and Family Therapy Board
- American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
- Minnesota Board Approved Supervisors of Marriage and Family Therapy
Marmie Jotter MSW, LICSW, C-MI - Clinical Social Worker
& Certified Meditation Instructor (For Adults): COVID VACCINATED -
In-Person & TELEHEALTH : Currently FULL
Specialization: Trauma
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker through the Minnesota Board of Social Work & a Certified Meditation Instructor through the American Institute of Health Care Professionals. After receiving a Master’s Degree from the University of Minnesota - Duluth, with emphasis on Anishinabe studies, I went on to attain clinical licensure, which entails additional years of clinical practice in the specialty of mental health. After working on an intensive inpatient psychiatric hospital unit, I became certified in trauma therapy. However, my learning has not ended there. Having raised 6 children, and thus far, up to 6 grandchildren, I continue my own enrichment quality family time, studies in traditional psychology, ongoing clinical trainings, Buddhist psychology, mindfulness meditation practice, and the immersion into extended cultural travel experiences: Fire-walking in New Mexico, Peru, China/Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Ireland, Scotland, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and India, where I was privileged to have an audience with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, while studying Tibetan medicine.
My clinical therapy professional services include a psychodynamic therapy approach for trauma, crisis counseling, major life changes, chemical dependency, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic/terminal illness, Asperger's syndrome & more... My treatment approach includes Evidence-Based Practices, such as: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR [Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing], Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Best Practice approaches such as: mindfulness practice, journal therapy, art therapy, & Tibetan Medicine...
Memberships:
& Certified Meditation Instructor (For Adults): COVID VACCINATED -
In-Person & TELEHEALTH : Currently FULL
Specialization: Trauma
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker through the Minnesota Board of Social Work & a Certified Meditation Instructor through the American Institute of Health Care Professionals. After receiving a Master’s Degree from the University of Minnesota - Duluth, with emphasis on Anishinabe studies, I went on to attain clinical licensure, which entails additional years of clinical practice in the specialty of mental health. After working on an intensive inpatient psychiatric hospital unit, I became certified in trauma therapy. However, my learning has not ended there. Having raised 6 children, and thus far, up to 6 grandchildren, I continue my own enrichment quality family time, studies in traditional psychology, ongoing clinical trainings, Buddhist psychology, mindfulness meditation practice, and the immersion into extended cultural travel experiences: Fire-walking in New Mexico, Peru, China/Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Ireland, Scotland, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and India, where I was privileged to have an audience with His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, while studying Tibetan medicine.
My clinical therapy professional services include a psychodynamic therapy approach for trauma, crisis counseling, major life changes, chemical dependency, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic/terminal illness, Asperger's syndrome & more... My treatment approach includes Evidence-Based Practices, such as: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR [Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing], Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Best Practice approaches such as: mindfulness practice, journal therapy, art therapy, & Tibetan Medicine...
- CERTIFIED TRAUMA THERAPY - UofM (90+ CEU's in Trauma Informed Care)
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy [ART]: Wade Lang - The Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing [EMDR]: Deanna Laliotis - Emdria Institute
- Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems (IFS), PESI Certificate - Frank Guastella Anderson MD
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate Course, PESI
- New Frontiers in Trauma Treatment: Bessel A. van der Kolk, M.D.
- Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients: Clinical Issues and Treatment Strategies - PESI
- Trauma Competency Conference: Core Competencies and Treatment for Trauma, PTSD, Grief - PESI
- Couples Counseling: Relational Life Therapy - Terry Real
- Working with Grandiosity - Terry Real
- Working with Infidelity - Terry Real
- Couples Experiential - Terry Real
- Minnesota Legal and Ethical Issues for Mental Health Clinicians - PESI
- Brain Injury: Professional Basics for Behaviors and Symptoms: MN Brain Injury Alliance
- Midwifing Death: Conscious Dying - The Pilgrimage Into light - Aslan Institute
- Finding Your Inner Compass: Inner Child Work - Aslan Institute
- Yoga & Mindfulness: Clinical Interventions for Anxiety, Depression and Trauma
- The Worldwide Association of Female Professionals: www.waofp.com
- Clinical Strategies for Sexual Issues, AASECT
- The Pharmacy In Your Kitchen: An overview of medical and medicinal foods, Institute for Brain Potential by Michael Lara, MD
- Tibetan Medicine - Institute of Tibetan Medicine, Dharmsala India - University of Minnesota, Study Abroad
- Trauma Therapy Certificate: University of Minnesota
- Clinical Supervision; MN Board of Social Work
- Veteran Trauma; New Frontiers in Trauma Treatment
- Buddhist Psychology; FACES
- Clinical Hypnosis; U of M Medical School
- Crisis Intervention & Stress Management
- End of Life, HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Hospice Counseling, Compassionate Care; NASW & U of M Medical School
- Certified - Meditation Instructor (C-MI) - American Institute of Health Care Professional
Memberships:
- Minnesota State Advisory Mental Health Committee
- National Association of Social Work [NASW]
- NASW Clinical Social Work Chapter
- Crisis Incident Stress Management [CISM]: Head of the Lakes Team
- City of Hibbing Human Rights Commission
- Bodhicitta Sangha - Heart of Enlightenment Institute: Buddhist philosophy & meditation, Minneapolis
- Enrolled with Three Affiliated Tribes: Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara Nation
