Meet Our Team

All of our clinicians have significant DBT training and experience as well as in Prolonged Exposure trauma work. We additionally integrate CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Systems-Based Therapy into our work. We all provide the following services: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy and Family Therapy, working with ages 12+. Each of us has several years of experience working with different diagnoses and those with emotional dysregulation, relationship and communication concerns, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, impulsivity, and struggles in school, home, or at work.  Please contact us if you are wondering if any of us could be a good fit for you and/or your family.  We would love to support you and equip you with skills and strategies to help you reach your ultimate goals!
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Team profiles

Our Team

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Richard (Rick) Rittmaster, LPCC

Owner, Clinic Director, DBT and Outpatient Therapist

Education

Concordia College: BA in History
Luther Seminary: MDIV
St. Mary's University: MA in Counseling
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Certifications

DBT and PE trauma
 

Years of Experience

10 years of experience as a clinical counselor; 9 years of DBT; 25 years as an ordained pastor; 20 years in the military
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A Little Bit About Rick

I am married with children, grandchildren, and an English Springer Spaniel named Zoe.  I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, especially along the North Shore.  I appreciate a good book on a rainy day, a conversation that is genuine, and a woodworking idea that comes to life. I listen to all kinds of music.

Lindsay Barganz-Junker, LMFT

DBT Director, DBT and Outpatient Therapist

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison: BA in Spanish, Political Science, International Studies, and LACIS
Bethel Seminary: MA in Marriage and Family Therapy
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Certifications

National Certification (DBT-LBC Certified) in DBT; Board-Approved Supervisor for those pursuing LMFT and LPCC; DBT and PE trauma
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Years of Experience

16 years of clinical experience and DBT
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A Little Bit About Lindsay

I am married with two young girls. I love to travel both near and far and learn about different people and other cultures. I feel rejuvenated getting to know someone, going for a hike in nature, hearing my girls’ giggle and see them learn new things, and cozying up with a fuzzy blanket and a good show. My Christian faith is important to me, and I am happy to integrate that into sessions for those that would want that, upon request.

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Beth Bordenave, LMFT

ADT Director, DBT and Outpatient Therapist

Education

University of Minnesota: BA in Psychology, Sociology and Urban Studies
Argosy University: MA in Marriage in Family Therapy
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Certifications

Board-Approved Supervisor for those pursuing LMFT; DBT and PE trauma
 

Years of Experience

17 years of clinical experience; 10 years of DBT
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A Little Bit About Beth

I am married and have three children. We also have an Australian Shepherd/Bernese Mountain Dog mix. I enjoy being in nature, reading mysteries and doing hot yoga.

Susan Clough, MA

DBT and Outpatient Therapist

Education

Mankato State University: BS in Lifespan Development Studies
Argosy University: MA in Marriage and Family Therapy
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Certifications

DBT and PE trauma
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Years of Experience

11 years of clinical experience; 8 years of DBT
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A Little Bit About Susan

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. If I am not at home, visiting my family in Southern Minnesota, or at church, I am at my daughter's dance studio supporting her dreams. I enjoy taking time to be outdoors, attend various events, crafts of all kinds, volunteer throughout my community, and find moments of quiet reflection. I am married and have a teenage daughter, a soccer playing yorkie terrier, and a curious cat. We enjoy traveling, whether it is to a beach in Florida, a road trip to Michigan, or a day trip up North, we love taking breaks in life to make lasting memories. My Christian faith is important to me and can be incorporated into sessions at a client’s request.

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