Couples Counseling Therapy – David Hoy and Associates

David Hoy, PhD, MA, LP – Chief Executive Officer

David Hoy & Associates — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 18:42:21 +0000

Dr. David Hoy is a licensed psychologist, author, and a certified professional coach. He is the founder and Executive Director of David Hoy & Associates, a Minnesota-based Clinic of Counseling, Psychological, and Coaching Services. David Hoy & Associates started out in 1997 with just a handful of clients. The company has since grown to include 85 practitioners and administrative staff providing services to adults, children, and families throughout the twin cities and greater metropolitan area. Dr. Hoy earned his PhD in education with a specialization in training and performance improvement from Capella University. He holds a master’s degree in counseling and psychology from St. Mary’s University and a bachelor’s degree in speech and communication from the University of Minnesota. David believes strongly in holistic approaches to over-all health and well-being and strives to create a mindfulness culture at work. To this end he hires yoga instructors who provide classes three times a week for employees.

MarDee Rosen Hall, MA, LP – Clinical Director

David Hoy & Associates — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 18:44:01 +0000

MarDee is the Clinical Director at David Hoy & Associates. She holds a Master of Arts Degree from Saint Mary’s University in Minnesota, and is a licensed psychologist. She provides outpatient therapy for clients, and supervision for therapists, unlicensed mental health practitioners, and interns. MarDee has been providing therapeutic services to children, families, and adults for over 20 years. She has extensive training in EMDR and Gestalt therapy. Her experience includes: working in schools with children, families and school staff, providing in-home therapy to families, and out-patient therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. MarDee’s clinical specialties include working with: survivors of trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, chemical dependency, ADHD, parenting issues, and family conflict.

Currently not accepting new clients.

Mirlie Abraham, MA, LMFT

David Hoy & Associates — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 05:14:32 +0000

Everyone comes from different backgrounds and challenges that can throw you off course. With proper guidance, support, and work, life can be promising again.

Originating from Haiti, Mirlie is a diverse therapist that works well with various backgrounds and cultures. She is always interested in acquiring more knowledge on all cultures in today’s society.

Mirlie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She work with couples, individuals, and families facing a variety of different challenges. She focuses on developing a genuine connection through compassion, honesty, trust, and support.

Her specialty is working with early childhood from ages 1 to 5-years-old and client’s that are affected by trauma. Though she is focused in trauma, She has experience working with clients who face a variety of challenges.

Cassidy Beeskow, MA

Bonnie Theis — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:14:56 +0000

My goal is to create a compassionate space dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges and work towards emotional well-being. Whether you’re facing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, or simply seeking personal growth, my hope is to create a space that is safe, non-judgmental that allows you to explore your feelings, goals, and values to work towards a more fulfilling life. I offer a personalized client-centered approach and work with individuals, couples, and families. Together, we will work towards healing and empowerment.

I earned my Bachelors of Psychology through North Central University and my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy through Abilene Christian University. I am currently working towards becoming a LMFT. I specialize in supporting individuals and families through a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, and phase of life transitions. Through my degree, I have also developed a deep understanding of the unique stressors that come with military life and impact military families on a daily basis.

Taking the first step towards therapy can feel difficult, but it is also a powerful act of self-care and courage. If you are ready to explore how therapy can help you build a path towards healing and growth, I invite you to reach out and get started with me. Together, we can create a safe space for you to heal and grow.

Kristina Boylan- Vanhauer, MA, LMFT – Clinical Supervisor

David Hoy & Associates — Mon, 18 May 2015 22:38:58 +0000

Kristina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years of experience providing systems based therapy. Her passion is helping children, adolescents, teenagers and adults manage the problems and stressors that come with having a variety of neuro-diverse diagnoses, such as, ASD, ADHD and Anxiety. Kristina believes in collaborating with the client’s support system, to help them achieve the highest level of wellness. She works with families to teach relationship skills and build awareness of how a family can work together to support each other’s emotional wellbeing. Her goal is to help clients of all ages increase their self-awareness, decrease social anxiety, realize and achieve personal goals. As well as providing therapy for client’s and their families, Kristina supervises a team of interns who are dedicated to learning and committed to becoming quality professionals in the field of mental health. Kristina uses her passion, intensity, and humor to connect with clients of all ages. Kristina has previously worked with her therapy dog Sully. He is now retired and enjoying his days on his couch at home instead of the one in her office.

George Brisse, MA, LMFT

David Hoy & Associates — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 06:18:23 +0000

Each year new research emerges highlighting the importance of intimate relationships on personal health and wellness. People who have satisfying connections with family, friends, and their community are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer. For these reasons, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families improve the quality of the relationships they have with themselves and those around them. I provide practical information about intimate, long-term connection (based on current research), and offer specific strategies in response to clients’ challenges and problems. My approach is collaborative, experiential, and strengths-based. Whether you’re dealing with relationship distress, problems with your moods, or challenges that are more specific, seeing a therapist can be transformative.

Clara Buxton, MA, LMFT

David Hoy & Associates — Fri, 23 Mar 2018 14:33:19 +0000

Clara Buxton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Arts Degree from Saint Mary’s University and a Master of Arts degree in Theology from Luther Seminary. She is also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). She works with individuals, couples, and families to strengthen, rebuild, and create healthy relationships. Clara has experience working with those whose lives have been impacted by trauma, loss, peer difficulties, spiritual issues, family conflict, life transitions, parenting struggles, self-harm, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Clara has a strength-based lens and focuses therapy around an individual’s strengths and resourcefulness, rather than one’s weaknesses and shortcomings. Clara’s experience provides her with a non-anxious presence and patience, even in the most difficult times.

Daniel Costa, MA

Bonnie Theis — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 14:01:00 +0000

Daniel Costa graduated with a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from California State University, Stanislaus and is on his licensure track to become a LPCC. Specializing in adolescent and young adult therapy, Daniel is dedicated to supporting individuals through life transitions by employing a strength-based approach.

His therapeutic style is deeply rooted in empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the belief that individuals can harness their personal values and meanings to foster growth. Daniel is particularly adept at exploring social and familial relationships, with a focus on understanding and improving family dynamics and communication.

In his practice, Daniel addresses a range of issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma, helping clients navigate their challenges and build resilience. His commitment to creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment enables clients to discover and leverage their inner strengths for lasting change.

Current openings:

Mondays: 12-3pm
Thursdays: 12pm, 1pm, 4pm
Fridays: 11am-1pm

Mark Collins, MA, LPCC, LADC

David Hoy & Associates — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 02:11:57 +0000

Mark has been professionally working in the field of addiction, mental health, and traumatic brain injury since 2013. In 2018 he began working as a mental health therapist. Mark has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a Minor in Addiction, as well as a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University-Twin Cities. He specializes in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, impulse/behavioral/adjustment disorders, ADHD struggles, relational difficulties, addiction or drug or alcohol abuse, and PTSD/Trauma. Mark believes all clients have the ability to improve their lives and live the life they hoped for. Mark does not believe in a “one size fits all” solution to therapy and recovery. Instead, he focuses on an integrated approach to help his clients. Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Spirituality, and Existential therapies round out his background and approach.

Mark is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC),. If you are an adolescent/Teenager or adult looking for a well-rounded therapist with the ability to narrow in on specific problems, Mark is the Therapist for you.

Current Availability:

Mondays: 1-3pm
Fridays: 9am-noon

Matthew Dang, MA, LPCC

David Hoy & Associates — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 20:00:08 +0000

Matthew obtained his Master’s Degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy from Adler Graduate School and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. His approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and aims to offer practical information and specific strategies in response to each client’s challenges and problems. He believes that by having satisfying connections with family, friends, and one’s community, improved health, happiness, and longevity often follow. He strives to bring compassion, empathy, and understanding to all those whom he works with.

Matthew specializes in working with adults, teenagers, and couples and is experienced in working with issues such as relationship distress, anxiety, life transition, grief and loss, depression, emotional and behavior concerns, ADHD, and trauma. He is trained in psychodynamic and attachment theory which he combines with the evidenced based support of cognitive behavioral therapy. Matthew was honorably discharged from the Minnesota Army National Guard, and his love for his fellow service members remains. In his spare time, he enjoys playing chess, attending social events, exercising, and spending time with loved ones.

Current Availability:

Mondays: 8am-11am
Tuesdays: 10am-noon
Wednesdays: 9am & 12pm
Thursdays: 8am, 9am & 3pm
Fridays: 2pm