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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Edina, MN
Leslie Root Counseling has been dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate mental health therapy since 2005. Our practice specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome emotional challenges through evidence-based approaches including Relational Life Therapy, Enneagram counseling, and trauma processing. With over 15 years of clinical experience, our lead therapist combines developmental Life Script Analysis with somatic healing techniques to address deep-rooted patterns affecting relationships and self-worth.We maintain strict confidentiality while offering flexible 50-90 minute sessions tailored to each client's needs. Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through advanced certifications in sexual addiction recovery, EMDR trauma therapy, and Terry Real's relational framework. Clients benefit from our non-judgmental approach that prioritizes healing over diagnosis, with transparent policies regarding payment, records, and session scheduling.
Services
Couples Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Enneagram Counseling
Sexual Addiction Recovery
Pre-Marital Counseling
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience in relational therapy
- Specialized training in trauma and addiction recovery
- Personalized 50-90 minute session options
- Non-diagnostic, confidentiality-focused approach
- Advanced certifications in Enneagram and RLT methods
Associations and certifications
- Terry Real's Relational Life Therapy (RLT)
- Brenda Schaeffer's Healthy Relationship Clinical Practitioner
- Steve Terrell's TEB Healing Touch Provider
- EMDR Certified Therapist
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective therapy techniques
Significant relationship improvements
Knowledgeable therapist
Safe healing environment
Services
Couples Counseling
Our couples counseling helps partners break destructive patterns and rebuild connection through Relational Life Therapy and Enneagram insights. We address communication breakdowns, infidelity recovery, and attachment issues using Terry Real's proven framework. Sessions focus on developing mutual understanding and creating sustainable relationship improvements.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma processing combines EMDR, somatic techniques, and nervous system regulation to heal from sexual trauma, PTSD, and complex emotional wounds. Our approach integrates body-awareness with cognitive restructuring to resolve past experiences and restore emotional balance without retraumatization.
Enneagram Counseling
Enneagram-based counseling helps clients understand core motivations and behavioral patterns through personality type analysis. This framework enhances self-awareness, improves relationships, and supports personal growth by identifying specific developmental pathways for each individual.
Sexual Addiction Recovery
Comprehensive treatment for sexual addiction follows Brenda Schaeffer's healthy relationship model combined with Pia Mellody's developmental approach. We address underlying causes while providing practical tools for boundary setting, accountability, and relational healing for both individuals and couples.
Pre-Marital Counseling
Our pre-marital program builds relationship foundations using Enneagram compatibility analysis and attachment style exploration. Couples learn conflict resolution strategies and communication skills to create lasting partnerships that qualify for Minnesota marriage license discounts.
People
Leslie Root
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Leslie Root is a seasoned therapist with 15+ years of experience in relational therapy, certified in RLT, EMDR, and Enneagram counseling. Specializing in trauma recovery and couples therapy, she combines somatic techniques with developmental psychology to help clients achieve lasting healing.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We specialize in couples counseling, trauma therapy, Enneagram counseling, sexual addiction recovery, and pre-marital therapy using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We are fee-for-service providers but offer documentation for potential HSA/FSA reimbursement. Insurance isn't required for non-diagnostic therapy.
What are your cancellation policies?
Missed appointments without 48-hour notice incur full session fees, except for emergencies or illness.
How long are therapy sessions?
Sessions range from 50-90 minutes with most adult therapy conducted in 90-minute sessions for optimal outcomes.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, we provide both in-person and virtual sessions to accommodate client needs and safety requirements.
What makes your approach unique?
Our integrative method combines Enneagram insights, somatic therapy, and relational frameworks for comprehensive healing.
Reviews (2)
Tana Gygi
Feb 03, 2021
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Leslie has helped me see myself and others in a different light. She's helped me find confidence and understanding in and for myself. Highly, highly recommend.
Lyndsey Fraser
Dec 21, 2019
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Leslie is down to earth. She gives direct feedback to understand patterns, thoughts, and actions currently affecting life!
