Almena Dees-Sims, MSW, LGSW, Eagan, MN

About Almena Dees-Sims

Focus areas

Life Transition

Personal Development Counseling

Relationship Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Almena Dees-Sims

“Almena Dees-Sims” is a pre-licensed provider working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Clinic: Eagan Licenses: Education and Certifications: -Master of Clinical Social Work, University of St. Catherine University -Certification in Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery, Harvard Medical School Patients Age: -Ages 18+ -Individual -Mature Adults -BIPOC -1st /2nd generation Almena's focus areas of interest include: · Anxiety · Depression · Trauma · Stress · Workplace Issues · Life Transitions · Interpersonal Difficulties · Burnout · Racial Trauma · Relationship Conflict · Self-Understanding FOCUS AREAS: Almena's work is focused on those who feel unseen, unheard, misunderstood and unaccepted, especially if those individuals are feeling sad, stuck, confused, hurt or struggling with deeper emotions of guilt, shame or regret. If any of those words resonate with you, first know you are deserving of dignity, joy and care regardless of your life experience or current circumstances. Almena's approach to therapy is compassionate, holistic, strengths-based, culturally informed, and affirming in a collaborative and non-judgmental space. She will help you put together the puzzle pieces of your unique journey towards a greater sense of balance, wellness, healing and continued growth. As a therapist, Almena uses various therapeutic modalities in practice, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, Mindfulness, and a strength based, trauma-informed approach.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Couples Therapy

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Psychotherapy

Therapy

Therapy for Communication Issues

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Couples Therapy

Depression

Low Self Esteem

Office location

Almena Dees-Sims, MSW, LGSW also offers online video visits for patients

O’Leary Ln

3450 O’Leary Ln, Eagan, MN 55123

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Education and background

Practice names

Minnesota Mental Health Clinics

Education and training

St. Catherine University, Master's in Clinical Social Work

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What practice does Almena Dees-Sims work with?

Almena Dees-Sims works with Minnesota Mental Health Clinics.

Where is Almena Dees-Sims's office located?

Almena Dees-Sims has 2 office locations in Eagan, view full addresses on Almena Dees-Sims's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Almena Dees-Sims?

Almena Dees-Sims frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Almena Dees-Sims on their profile.