Rooted Counseling

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Victoria

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looking for a therapisT

THAT NOT ONLY HELPS WITH MENTAL HEALTH

+ SUBSTANCE USE

but inspires and encourages you to move forward?

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SOCIAL WORKER

about me

lICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER AND LICENSED ADDICTION COUNSELOR

Serving clients in the Fargo-Moorhead area in-person and across both states via telehealth.

As the owner of Rooted Counseling, I am actively involved in advocacy and consulting roles with various committee memberships for the Minnesota Department of Human Services, providing recommendations on program needs and policy changes. Victoria also reviews grants for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and conducts case reviews for the American Society of Addiction Medicine. With over 12 years of experience in state and county outpatient settings, I dedicated her career to addressing both mental health and substance use issues.

Educationally, I earned her Master’s in Addiction Counseling from Winona State University in 2018 and her Master’s in Social Work from Boise State University in 2021.

Outside of my professional life, I am a dedicated wife and mother to a 12-year-old and a 4-year-old. I enjoy summer weekends on the lake, winter weekends skiing with my son, attending their sporting events, making time for concerts and engulfing life to/for my children.

Growing up in a small town in Minnesota with a single mother and four sisters, I experienced firsthand the impact of mental health struggles and substance abuse, especially following my father's suicide. These experiences shaped my dreams and goals, leading me to become a social worker and addiction counselor.

My personal journey through trauma and hardship informs my practice, and I am committed to offering the same compassionate care I would want for my own family and friends. I believe that life’s challenges present opportunities for self-discovery and positive change. Striving to provide a supportive, accepting, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood, walking alongside them on their path to healing with a person-centered approach toward their mental health and/or substance use goals.

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SERVICES

At Rooted Counseling, we offer down to earth, person-centered care for those navigating mental health and substance use. Through both individual and group therapy, we provide integrated support that focuses on your overall well-being, helping you heal and thrive in the ways you want to!

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1:1 therapy

Group therapy

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With my down-to-earth approach, I aim to make you feel heard, accepted, and understood as you navigate this journey.

Rooted Counseling offers group programming for adolescent substance use.

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Chemical Health Evaluations.

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PROGRAMS

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MENTAL HEALTH

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Feeling anxiousness, irritable, hopelessness, and/or stressed? Questioning if this is what life looks like? YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Through my down to earth approach, my hope is to make you feel heard, accepted and understood as you embark on this journey.

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CHEMICAL HEALTH

When someone chooses to address their chemical health, it is a collaborative process between them and a therapist. From a one time assessment to ongoing therapy, my goal is to assess whether or not there is problematic use. Together, we will make this determination and develop a plan to address it.

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PROMISE

We are committed to providing you with compassionate, personalized, and non-judgemental care. We understand that seeking therapy is a courageous step, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROFESSIONAL

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ADOLESCENT

ADOLESCENT GROUP PROGRAMMING

Our adolescent substance use group helps young people achieve and maintain sobriety with tailored tools and support. We focus on abstaining from substances, improving self-awareness, and developing healthy coping skills, while promoting accountability and positive lifestyle changes.

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frequently asked

QUESTIONS

What insurance do you take?

We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield MN/ND/Out of State, Sanford Health Plan (including employee plans), Optum, United Health, Medica, UCare, North Dakota and Minnesota Medicaid, Health Partners, Aetna, out-of-network coverage, health savings accounts, and private pay.

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How often will we meet?

Initially, we'll schedule weekly sessions. Depending on your progress and needs, some clients may continue with this frequency, while others may transition to sessions every two weeks to every month.

02.

What is the process?

Call or book online to schedule your appointment. In our first session, we'll discuss your situation, set goals, and create a treatment plan to achieve them. We'll meet you where you are, helping you improve your quality of life and feel proud of your progress.

03.

Do you complete DOT Return to Duty evaluations?

Yes. A $550 payment is required upfront, covering both the initial evaluation and the return-to-duty assessment.

04.

What licensure and therapeutic modalities are offered?

Victoria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor in MN and ND. Trained in: Accelerated Resolution Therapy; Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

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What is the cost?

Rooted Counseling accepts various insurance policies. If you decide to privately pay for services the cost are as follow. Initial Assessment: $225

Individual Sessions: $175

Chemical Health Assessment: $200

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