Vantage Mental Health

Vantage Mental Health We are a Mission First, Non-Profit Outpatient Mental Health Organization

At our Saint Anthony clinic, care begins with connection.Clinic Director Julie Sabin and Medical Director Dr. Claire Gar...
09/30/2025

At our Saint Anthony clinic, care begins with connection.

Clinic Director Julie Sabin and Medical Director Dr. Claire Garber lead with compassion, curiosity, and deep commitment to the families we serve.

Julie helps young people feel safe enough to open up and supported enough to grow.
Dr. Garber walks alongside children and teens over time, offering consistent, thoughtful psychiatric care as they navigate life’s changes.

They’re not just providers. They’re partners in healing.

And they’re here to make sure every child, teen, and parent who walks through our doors feels welcomed, heard, and genuinely cared for.

Lately, there’s been a lot of noise about autism.Big claims. Confusing headlines. A rush to assign blame or find a singl...
09/25/2025

Lately, there’s been a lot of noise about autism.
Big claims. Confusing headlines. A rush to assign blame or find a single cause.

But autism isn’t a media trend. It’s a real, complex neurodevelopmental condition, and families deserve better than speculation or fear.

💡 There is no reliable evidence that Tylenol causes autism.
💡 Leucovorin might help in very specific genetic cases, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all treatment.
💡 Genetic testing can be helpful, but only as part of thoughtful, evidence-based care.
💡 And most of all: autism is not anyone’s fault.

Let’s keep the conversation grounded, careful, and centered on what actually helps. Kids and families deserve support, not scare tactics.

You don’t have to have the perfect words to support someone.Sometimes, it’s the small, quiet things, a thoughtful check-...
09/18/2025

You don’t have to have the perfect words to support someone.
Sometimes, it’s the small, quiet things, a thoughtful check-in, holding space without rushing to fix, or gently reminding them they’re not alone, that matter most.

If you’re not sure how to be there for someone, start here. These four simple shifts can help you support with more care, more empathy, and more intention.

Because we all need someone who listens, really listens.

Just two directors, making sure care feels a little more human. Ashley Tix and Dr. Justin Gerstner lead our Stillwater c...
09/16/2025

Just two directors, making sure care feels a little more human.

Ashley Tix and Dr. Justin Gerstner lead our Stillwater clinic, not from behind closed doors, but by staying connected to what really matters: people.

They’re therapists and psychiatrists, yes. But also listeners, collaborators, and firm believers that mental health care should feel safe, steady, and personal.

At Vantage, leadership looks like this.

What actually happens during a psychiatric evaluation? It’s not a test.It’s not a label.It’s a conversation. A psychiatr...
09/16/2025

What actually happens during a psychiatric evaluation?

It’s not a test.
It’s not a label.
It’s a conversation.

A psychiatric evaluation is simply a mental health check-in with a professional trained to listen, ask the right questions, and help you make sense of what you’re feeling.

At Vantage, we approach these conversations with compassion, not assumptions.
Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking clarity, or just not feeling like yourself, this is a space where you’ll be seen, not judged.

Not sure who to see for your mental health?You’re not alone, and you don’t need to have it all figured out to take the f...
08/29/2025

Not sure who to see for your mental health?
You’re not alone, and you don’t need to have it all figured out to take the first step.

Therapist, psychiatrist, psychologist, nurse practitioner… it can feel confusing.
This guide breaks it down simply, so you can better understand your options and choose what feels right for you.

Because care should feel clear, not complicated.
And the right support? It can make all the difference.

At Vantage, we’re here to walk with you. No pressure, no judgment, just care built around who you are.

✨ Start where you are. Find what fits. Find your vantage.

Meet Julie, our Clinical Director at St. AnthonyJulie brings not only deep clinical expertise but also a heart for worki...
08/05/2025

Meet Julie, our Clinical Director at St. Anthony

Julie brings not only deep clinical expertise but also a heart for working with children, teens, and families through life’s most challenging moments.
From anxiety and trauma to ADHD and OCD, she uses evidence-based care rooted in compassion and connection. Her work is affirming, inclusive, and developmentally attuned, helping kids and teens feel seen, understood, and supported in every step of their journey.

She’s certified in PEERS® social skills for adolescents, SPACE parent-based treatment for childhood anxiety, and offers therapy that blends CBT, ERP, and play-based approaches, meeting each child where they are.

As Clinical Director, Julie helps shape the heart of our St. Anthony clinic, making sure every family who walks through our doors feels safe, supported, and truly cared for.

We’re Growing, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞Vantage Mental Health is opening a second location in St. Anthony, MN this ...
08/04/2025

We’re Growing, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞
Vantage Mental Health is opening a second location in St. Anthony, MN this September. 🎉

But before we tell you what’s new, let us tell you what hasn’t changed.
- We’re still a nonprofit.
- We still don’t have shareholders.
- And we’re still building for people.
- This expansion isn’t about margins. It’s about mission.

We’re growing because 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬.
We’re growing because 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐨.
And we’re growing because we’ve seen what happens when clinicians are empowered to lead with purpose.

In St. Anthony, we’re creating a new clinic grounded in these same values, and led by incredible people:

👏 Julie Sabin, LPCC will serve as Clinic Director
👏 Claire Garber, DO will lead as Psychiatry Director
👏 Kirby Kaczor, LPCC, who’s been commuting to Stillwater, will now join the St. Anthony team full-time

This new location is about accessibility, community, and sustainability. It’s about giving like-minded clinicians in the North Metro a place to practice in a system that reflects their values.

And just like in Stillwater, this clinic won’t be a copy-paste model. Julie and Dr. Garber will shape the culture from the inside with autonomy, flexibility, and the freedom to do what works best for their team and clients.

We believe there’s a better way to grow in mental health care; 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲. 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭.
That’s the Vantage difference.

We’re honored to take this next step, and proud to do it without ever losing sight of why we started.

When you step into Vantage…You’re not just entering a clinic.You’re entering a space built with intention, with softness...
07/29/2025

When you step into Vantage…
You’re not just entering a clinic.
You’re entering a space built with intention, with softness, safety, and with you in mind.

Because mental health care isn’t just about what happens in session
It’s about how you feel from the moment you walk in.

You deserve to feel seen, held, and at ease.
And that starts right here.

🪟 Find your space. Find your calm. Find your vantage.

At Vantage Mental Health, leadership isn’t about titles or hierarchy, it’s about integrity, care, and a shared belief th...
07/29/2025

At Vantage Mental Health, leadership isn’t about titles or hierarchy, it’s about integrity, care, and a shared belief that mental health should be accessible, transparent, and free from corporate influence.

Our board of directors—Dr. Justin Gerstner, Tina M. Sacin, and Jane Herrmann—bring not only expertise, but deep commitment to a model that puts people over profit, and healing over hustle.

Together, they help us protect what matters most:
Care that truly cares.

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We didn’t become a nonprofit for status.We became one so care could stay about you.When we started Vantage, our goal was...
07/26/2025

We didn’t become a nonprofit for status.
We became one so care could stay about you.

When we started Vantage, our goal wasn’t to compete
with the big systems or sound different on paper.
It was to be different, every single day.

We chose to become a 501(c)(3) nonprofit because we
believe mental health care should be led by people,
not profits.

So what does that mean for you?

🧡 You come first—always.
💸 We have no shareholders, no financial quotas, and
no pressure to “bill more.”
📊 Every dollar goes back into improving access to
quality, compassionate care.
✅ And yes, donations to Vantage are now
tax-deductible.

Being a nonprofit allows us to focus on what matters
most:
Making care more accessible, more transparent, and
more human for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who’s believed in this mission
with us.
We’re just getting started.

Finding the right therapist isn’t always easy, especially when you’re already navigating anxiety, grief, or burnout. Her...
07/25/2025

Finding the right therapist isn’t always easy, especially when you’re already navigating anxiety, grief, or burnout.

Here are a few gentle tips to help guide you:

✔️ Notice how you feel in their presence: safe, seen, heard?
✔️ Ask about their approach (CBT, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, etc.)
✔️ Trust your gut—it’s okay to try someone else if it doesn’t feel right
✔️ The “right fit” is different for everyone. That’s okay.

At Vantage, we’re here to help you find care that fits you, not the other way around.
You don’t need to get it perfect. You just need a place to start.

💙 This is what it means to find your vantage.

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5995 Oren Avenue N STE 203
Stillwater, MN
55082

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