CenterLife Counseling

07/17/2025

Say hello to Amanda Fredrickson, MA, a pre-licensed marriage and family therapist based at CenterLife’s White Bear Lake office!

💛 Therapist work is heart work—and Amanda brings both deep compassion and thoughtful insight to every client relationship.

She supports individuals, couples, and families of all ages, helping them navigate anxiety, grief, postpartum transitions, relationship challenges, and more. With a systems-based, empathetic approach, Amanda helps clients understand the patterns in their lives and make meaningful, lasting change.

We’re so grateful to have Amanda on the CenterLife team—her presence is a gift to both clients and colleagues alike.

📅 Amanda currently has openings—but they’re filling fast.

📞 Call 651-289-3111 to get started!

🌐 Learn more at www.centerlifecounseling.com

07/12/2025

Quote of the Day

Today's Topic - Meltdowns & Tantrums/Recovery and Repair

06/26/2025

🌈 This June, we’re proud to highlight therapist, Tatia Jewell-Schwartz, who brings compassionate, LGBTQIA+ affirming care to their work every day. With a deep commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for all clients, Tatia is passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journeys of identity, healing, and growth.

Affirming care is more than a specialty — it’s a belief that everyone deserves to be seen, respected, and supported just as they are.

We’re honored to have Tatia on our team and to celebrate Pride with intention and love.

Whether you’re seeking support around LGBTQIA+ identity or navigating life’s challenges unrelated to identity, Tatia offers a warm, affirming space to explore what matters most to you.

📆 Current openings with Tatia are limited — reach out today to schedule your first session. And remember, you are welcome here.

📞 Call 651-289-3111 to get started!

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

06/17/2025

We can’t always protect kids from the world’s tragedies, but we can help them feel safe, seen, and supported. This article offers thoughtful, practical ways to guide them through what’s hard.

Need more support? CenterLife Counseling is here to help!

In-person or virtual visits available now!

Contact us today at 651-289-3111 or messages@centerlifecounseling.com

In our hyperconnected world, people of all ages have instant access to what’s happening around the globe. Vivid images and sounds of violence and harm can invade our homes and our psyches in the blink of an eye. Even if we understand intellectually that what’s happening is far away and does not ...

05/01/2025

We just couldn't let Autism Awareness Month come to a close without shining a spotlight on resident expert - Alyssa Deutschmann, MSW, LGSW; MA, BCBA!

Already working with Alyssa? Lucky you!

Don't know about Alyssa yet? Well, here's your chance!

Call to schedule with Alyssa today: 651-289-3111
White Bear Lake, Minnesota

05/01/2025

Explore the full spectrum at CenterLife Counseling.

White Bear Lake | Centerville | Minnesota

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04/23/2025

April is Autism Awareness Month

At CenterLife Counseling, we’re all about embracing what makes each person uniquely awesome. This month, (let's be real - more like every month!) we’re celebrating the beautiful diversity within the autism community and advocating for a world that values ACCEPTANCE over everything else!

💙 Autism isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” experience, and neither is therapy. Whether you are looking for THERAPY or PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING, therapists and staff at CenterLife are here to support neurodivergent individuals of all ages, including those on the autism spectrum, by providing a safe, inclusive space for growth, healing, and self-discovery - because every journey is different, and that’s what makes it meaningful.

🧩 Diversity is strength.
🧩 Acceptance is everything.
🧩 Mental health is for everyone.

Whether you’re navigating challenges or celebrating victories, we’re here to support you with compassion, respect, and a whole lot of heart. Everyone deserves a space where they can be themselves and feel seen.

💬 Let’s continue to listen, learn, and celebrate each other! Drop a comment and share how you're embracing the diversity and strength in your community this month. Let’s keep raising awareness, promoting kindness, and building a world that's inclusive for all!

www.centerlifecounseling.com

04/16/2025

What if we applied the same principle to children?

This is the beauty that lies within Behavior Therapy; just one of the many modalities embraced at CenterLife Counseling. Like changing the soil for the flower struggling to bloom, Behavior Therapy focuses on altering the environment, not the child. Your child is already wonderful and deserving of the opportunity to live their most fulfilling life.

Curious what this could look like for your family? Give us a call and let's dig in! Alyssa Deutschmann, MSW, LGSW, MA, BCBA, is currently accepting new clients and she could be just the breakthrough you've been looking for!

You can find Alyssa and many other gifted and experienced therapists at CenterLife Counseling:
www.centerlifecounseling.com
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
P 651.289.3111

01/17/2025

💙 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 💙

Human trafficking is a difficult reality that impacts millions of individuals in communities worldwide, including our own. At CenterLife Counseling, we stand with survivors and believe in fostering hope, healing, and empowerment.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:
🌎 Learn to recognize when someone might need help—subtle signs like unexplained injuries, isolation, fear, lack of communication, or heightened levels of stress can make a big difference when noticed.
🌎 Share helpful resources like the National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call 1-888-373-7888 or text "HELP" to 233733 (BEFREE).
🌎 Spread compassion by educating yourself and others about this important issue.
🌎 Increase awareness by sharing this post.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀:
Healing from trauma takes time and support, and our team is here to provide a safe space for anyone affected. Together, we can build stronger, more supportive communities and work towards a world free from exploitation.

01/02/2025

A concise and helpful read for anyone considering a path to a career in mental health:

5 Paths for Becoming a Therapist, Psychology Today

Are you a difference maker?

01/02/2025

As we step into 2025, we're reminded of the importance of self-care, growth, and resilience. This year, let's prioritize our mental health and support one another in building a brighter, healthier future.

Here's to:
❤️ Setting boundaries.
🧡 Saying yes to what fills your heart with joy.
💛 Practicing kindness - toward others AND yourself.
💚 Embracing progress over perfection.
💙 Nurturing your mind, body, and soul.
💜 Celebrating your unique journey and your progress.

To our wonderful clients, thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you on your journey. Your courage and resilience inspire us every day, and we are honored to support you.

To those considering taking that first step with us, we warmly welcome you - we're here to help you start your path toward healing and growth.

Let's lean into the new year with intentions of connection, healing, and hope.