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meet the teamWe believe the foundation of effective therapy lies in the strength of the therapeutic relationship.
Our team of dedicated professionals is not just highly qualified in their fields; they're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those they work with. Get to know the people behind our practice who are committed to guiding you on your journey to wellness.
Our values in practice
Compassion and UnderstandingEvery interaction is grounded in empathy and a deep understanding of the challenges you face.
Commitment to ExcellenceContinuous learning and adherence to evidence-based practices ensure you receive the best care.
Diversity and InclusionWe celebrate and respect the diverse backgrounds and identities of both our clients and our team.
CollaborationHealing is a partnership, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
Halen Bower, MA
she/her Treats
Children, adolescents, and adults
Provides
In-office and telehealth
Specialties
OCD, Anxiety, Play Therapy, Trauma-informed Yoga and Mindfulness.
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Halen completed her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Psychology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and is working under supervision to become a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Halen approaches therapy from a person-centered and play-based lens, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, yoga, and laughter. Halen is passionate about creating a welcoming space where clients and families can show up authentically and work together towards goals and healing.
Halen has also been teaching yoga and mindfulness for fourteen years. This skill set has given her many therapeutic tools to help guide children, adolescents, and adults in movement, mindfulness, and relaxation to help reduce stress, gain greater body and mind awareness, and support nervous system regulation.
In her free time, Halen enjoys cooking, traveling, yoga, and being out in nature. She also values spending quality time with friends, family, and her little dog Sugar.
Patsy Butterworth, MA, LPCC
she/her Treats
Children, adolescents, and adults
Provides
In-office, out-of-office, in-home, and telehealth
Specialties
Selective Mutism, OCD, Anxiety
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Patsy is one of the premier selective mutism specialists in the state of Minnesota. She served as state coordinator for the Selective Mutism Association for over 4 years and is currently a registered provider through the national Selective Mutism Association. She holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and is working under supervision to become a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
She is passionate about empowering children and adolescents to acquire skills to manage selective mutism, anxiety, and OCD in every aspect of their lives. Patsy actively partners with parents and believes a collaborative relationship is integral to effective treatment. Using an integrated approach (parent-child interaction, cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and social communication strategies), she blends personal strengths with playful humor to increase confidence and self-efficacy.
In her free time, Patsy serves as the Chair of the Governor's Interagency Council for Early Childhood Intervention. Additionally, she represents family voices for the Minnesota Department of Education's Comprehensive System of Personnel Development where she advocates for equity for children and families through early childhood intervention. She also enjoys sewing, gardening, home projects, and spending time with her family.
Maggie Duret, MA, LPCC
she/her Treats
Adults and couples
Provides
In-person and telehealth
Specialties
Anxiety, OCD, Scrupulosity, Existential/Spiritual Concerns, Trauma, Relationships, Self-esteem, Identity, Life transitions
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Maggie Duret earned her MA in Counseling and Psychological Services from St. Mary’s University in 2020 and her in BA in Music with a focus in Vocal Performance and Education from Luther College in 2017.
Maggie is a supportive, warm, and fun therapist with experience treating individuals and couples. She most enjoys working with those experiencing anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, religious scrupulosity, trauma, self-identity concerns, relationship issues, and life transitions. She is LGBTQ+ affirming and passionate about social justice. Her clients are often interested in examining existential and spiritual concerns, anywhere on the spectrum of it being an area of importance for the client, all the way to it being a place that has caused the client great distress.
Maggie uses a unique and integrative approach tailored for each client. She is extensively trained in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She also incorporates family of origin, narrative, mindfulness, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing techniques.
In her personal time, Maggie enjoys spending time with her dear friends and family, being an animal-mom to her dog and cat, singing, writing, reading, and living a cozy life with her sweet husband.
Michelle Swerin, MA, LPCC
she/her Treats
Assessment Specialist and neurodivergent affirming clinician for adults, children, and adolescents
Provides
In-office and elehealth
Specialties
Anxiety, OCD, Neurodivergent Affirming Care for ADHD and AuDHD; Executive Dysfunction, Self-Worth, Binge/Stress Eating, Trauma-Informed Mindfulness
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Michelle Swerin is a neurodivergent-affirming assessment expert with over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) , certified instructional designer, and community health worker. She holds degrees from the University of Minnesota and Adler Graduate School where she studied sociology, communication, marriage and family therapy, clinical counseling, and art therapy. As a board-approved supervisor, Michelle is passionate about supporting clinicians in building neurodivergent-affirming awareness and addressing divergent disparities.
Dedicated to the complexities of clinical evidence-based assessments, she integrates these into actionable treatment plans, ensuring that individuals and families feel empowered rather than labeled. Michelle specializes in OCD treatment, ADHD, anxiety, stress, self-worth, and chronic health issues, utilizing mindfulness-based art therapy and trauma-informed social-emotional learning strategies. Her non-judgmental perspective fosters a collaborative environment where clients are recognized as the experts in their own lives.
In her free time, Michelle enjoys cuddling with her crazy Chihuahua - Leia, exploring nature, enjoying iced coffee & kitchen dance parties, creating art affirmations and meditations, and leading her daughters’ Girl Scout troops. She also embraces functional design and mindfulness in her own neurospicy life and is often found moving furniture around or meditating at home in Saint Paul : )
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Hannah Ose earned her BA in Psychology and BS in Therapeutic Recreation from Winona State University in 2019. She is currently an MSW student with a focus in clinical trauma-informed care at Winona State University, set to graduate in 2026.
Hannah is a passionate and empathetic Recreation Therapist, using her love of leisure to help clients of all ages reach their goals. She strives to authentically connect with the people she serves and support them in their path to build acceptance and confidence.
Hannah has lived experience with OCD and anxiety, and is driven to provide clients with evidence-based Recreation Therapy interventions that will support the maintenance and building of skills learned in other therapy modalities.
In her free time, Hannah loves being in nature, spending time with her partner, snuggling her sweet dog, singing, traveling, dancing, and doing anything creative.
Javier Osuna Siles, MA
he/him Treats
Children, adolescents, and adults
Provides
In-office, out-of-office, in-home, and telehealth
Specialties
OCD, Phobias, Hypochondriasis, GAD, Social Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Depression
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Habla español
Javier Osuna obtained his Master's degree in General Health Psychology from the International University of Valencia (Spain) in 2020. He has also attended numerous conventions and specialization courses.
He has extensive experience in treating OCD and related disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP). In his work, he prioritizes building a connection, understanding and supporting the client.
He is passionate about everything related to Psychology, especially working to improve people's quality of life. His curiosity and eagerness to learn drive him to improve in his work every day.
In his free time, Javier enjoys participating in sports of all kinds, enjoying nature through hiking and camping, and he loves traveling to experience new cultures.
Marie Monson, MA, LPCC
she/her Treats
Adolescents and adults
Provides
In-office, virtual, and out-of-office sessions
Specialties
Radically Open DBT Program Leader, OCD, Anxiety, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety, Depression
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Marie completed her Master’s Degree in Counseling and Psychology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She is passionate about helping others and emphasizes a focus on self-compassion and non-judgmental awareness. She has training in both standard DBT and Radically-Open DBT, which is her passion.
Before starting at OCDMN, where she helped implement an RO-DBT class, which became just the third of its kind in the state.
Prior to pursuing her Master’s, Marie worked as a freelance journalist and as a paralegal in plaintiff law, where she advocated for individuals who are hurting physically and mentally. She has also volunteered with Crisis Text Line to help support those suffering with high distress.
Marie loves to travel and explore the outdoors, and on weekends you can find her hiking or sitting in the grass reading while her cat Mango explores the backyard. In the winter you'll find her re-watching The Gilmore Girls on Netflix.
Erin Venker, MA, LPCC
she/her Founder and Clinical DirectorTreats
Children, adolescents, and adults
Provides
In-office, out-of-office, in-home, and telehealth
Specialties
OCD, Phobias, Panic Disorder, Hypochondriasis, GAD, Social Anxiety, Agoraphobia
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Erin Venker earned her master’s degree in Professional Clinical Counseling from St. Thomas University in 2017 and her BA in Studio Art from Saint Olaf College in 2010.
Erin has received extensive training in exposure and response prevention therapy from multiple well-known experts in the field, and has several years of experience treating OCD and related disorders. Having OCD herself, Erin has a unique ability to connect with her clients. She uses creativity and an open sense of humor, while providing highly collaborative and evidenced-based treatment that focuses on clients to help them reach their individual treatment goals.
Outside of the clinic, Erin enjoys doing art, being with her dogs and cat, and watching British shows with her husband.
OCD & Anxiety Center of Minnesota
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OCD & Anxiety Center of Minnesota •
We specialize in evidence-based treatments for OCD, tailored to the needs of each individual.
Our compassionate team is dedicated to supporting you through your journey toward recovery.
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Recognizing OCD in oneself or a loved one is the first step toward healing.
If you or someone you know is struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, know that help is available. Together, we can work towards a life not defined by OCD.
