Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professionals

03/20/2026

Today is World Behavior Analysis Day, and we're proud to celebrate our incredible Behavior Analysts. Your commitment to evidence‑based practice, compassionate care, and meaningful progress helps individuals and families build skills, confidence, and independence every day. We’re grateful for the impact you make and the heart you bring to our mission at Solutions. THANK YOU!

03/18/2026

Hannah Gerardy provides supportive, client‑centered care for children, teens, and adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD‑related behaviors, suicidality and self‑harm, and body image concerns. She is trained in TF‑CBT and CBT and thoughtfully integrates DBT skills, motivational interviewing, and creative approaches like play and art therapy.

Hannah brings experience from crisis response, community support, and care coordination. Deeply committed to giving back to the community she grew up in, Hannah brings a reliable, empathetic presence to her work and prioritizes independence, self‑expression, and kindness - guiding clients toward growth while ensuring they feel heard, respected, and empowered.

To connect with Hannah (or any of our other amazing providers!) please visit https://www.solutionsinpractice.org/intake or call 866-455-6417

03/17/2026

We’re thrilled to present at MBA Let’s Talk Business tomorrow afternoon! Looking forward to sharing more about how Solutions supports community well‑being through mental and behavioral health services and local partnerships.

Join us Wednesday for Let’s Talk Business! The team from Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professionals. Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professionals is a non-profit agency serving the mental health needs of Minnesota and North Dakota communities. Solutions was founded on the philosophy that the provision of quality services will determine the success of our mission. We truly feel privileged to serve our communities and to be entrusted with our important social mission.

03/17/2026

🌍 March is Social Work Month, and today we proudly celebrate World Social Work Day!🌍

We’re incredibly grateful for the compassionate, dedicated, and resilient social workers who show up every day to support individuals, families, and communities. Your work brings stability during crisis, hope during uncertainty, and dignity to every person you serve.

Today (and all month long!) we honor the heart you bring to this profession. Thank you for advocating, empowering, listening, uplifting, and helping people move toward brighter, safer, and healthier futures. You make our community better, and make Solutions stronger by carrying out our mission every day! We appreciate you today and always.

03/16/2026

Derek Wallenstein provides supportive, skills‑focused therapy for youth and adults. He has experience working with families in community mental health and fatherhood programs, and specializes in ABA‑based interventions, emotional regulation, and behavior support.

Derek especially enjoys helping clients build confidence, develop new skills, and learn healthy ways to navigate challenges. His approach is grounded in respect, empathy, and consistency, creating a space where kids feel supported as they grow.

Whether you’re in the Fargo area hoping to meet with Derek, or want help finding the right fit at any of our locations, our intake team is here to guide you. Connect with us through our website form or by phone: solutionsinpractice.org/intake or 866-455-6417

03/13/2026

Based in our Moorhead office, Kimberly brings extensive experience supporting students and families in educational and community settings. Working closely with individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and Down syndrome, Kimberly provides compassionate, strengths‑focused care for children, teens, and adults.

She is trained in PCIT, CAMS for su***de assessment and intervention, and Trauma‑Responsive Practice, and she values creating a safe, encouraging space where clients can build confidence, find their voice, and move toward healing. Kimberly is also an active community volunteer and licensed foster parent, bringing a deep sense of empathy, commitment, and integrity to her work.

To schedule an appointment with Kimberly (or any of our other providers) please visit solutionsinpractice.org/intake or call 866-455-6417

03/11/2026

Kay Huang is a doctoral psychology intern who provides diagnostic assessments, therapy, and psychological support for individuals of all ages and families. Kay has trained in both school settings and community mental health clinics, offering care that strengthens emotional well‑being, relationships, and day‑to‑day functioning across home, school, and work.

Her approach is grounded in CBT, DBT, and Solution‑Focused Narrative Therapy, and she strives to create a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring their concerns and working toward meaningful goals. Kay is also trained in trauma‑informed care and qualitative assessments for adults seeking autism evaluations, providing affirming care that honors each person’s cultural and individual identity.

Kay has immediate availability - to connect with her (or another provider who fits your needs!) visit our website at solutionsinpractice.org/intake or call 866-455-6417.

03/09/2026

Based in our Moorhead office, Loren Houle provides therapy and behavioral support for children and school‑aged youth. He has experience working in both school and community mental health settings and has a special interest in serving Native American clients in both rural and urban communities.

Loren's approach is grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis, and he tailors interventions to each child’s unique needs. He strives to create a supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore concerns, build skills, and work toward meaningful goals. He is also trained in evidence‑based practices within school settings, including psychological and behavioral assessment.

Loren is part of a skilled team of providers ready to support you. Visit our website at www.solutionsinpractice.org/intake, or call us at 866-455-6417 to be matched with the clinician who best meets your needs.

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who lead, inspire, and strengthen our organization every single day. At Solutions, we’re proud of the fact that women play such a vital role in shaping our mission and guiding our work forward.

Across our organization, women lead with compassion, expertise, innovation, and unwavering commitment to our communities. Today and every day, we honor the women who make Solutions stronger - those who lead, those who support, and those who inspire us to keep growing.

💜 Here’s to the women of Solutions, and to women everywhere making a difference.

03/06/2026

We’re excited to introduce Brydon Wanner, who provides therapy and psychological assessment with a compassionate, client‑centered approach. Through his doctoral training, Brydon has supported college students, adults, and individuals facing significant mental health challenges, including trauma, severe mental illness, substance use, and life transitions.

Brydon is deeply curious about people’s stories and believes in walking alongside clients as they explore their experiences and pursue growth. His work is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and genuine respect for each person’s unique journey.

Brydon has immediate availability - to connect with him (or another provider who fits your needs!) visit our website at solutionsinpractice.org/intake or call 866-455-6417.

03/06/2026

Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! ❤️

Today we’re celebrating the incredible people who make Solutions such a meaningful place for our clients, families, and community.

To every member of our team - from our clinicians and behavior specialists to our case managers, school‑based partners, and the administrative staff who keep everything moving - thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Your compassion, expertise, and commitment create safe spaces, spark growth, and change lives. Your work reflects our mission every day, and our community is stronger because of the work you do!

We’re grateful for all you do and the heart you bring to this work.

03/05/2026

We’re excited to highlight Desiree Giesen, who provides diagnostic assessments, individual and family therapy, and psychological evaluations for intellectual and neurodevelopmental concerns, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.

She is trained in CBT, PCIT, TF‑CBT, and Motivational Interviewing, and is especially passionate about supporting children and families with ADHD, autism, behavioral challenges, trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. Desiree takes a collaborative, whole‑system approach, working closely with families and all the important people in a child’s life to support meaningful, lasting growth.

Desiree has immediate availability - if you’d like to connect with her (or be matched with another provider who fits your needs!) visit our website at solutionsinpractice.org/intake or call 866-455-6417.