River Pines Counseling

River Pines Counseling Clients: adults & couples. Specialties: healthcare providers, pet owners, leaders, first responders, EMDR, art therapy, Gottman couples. In-person Stillwater MN.

Insurance: UHC, UMR, UBH, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Medica, Health Partners. MN & WI Telehealth.

Gottman research shows that relationships thrive on micro-moments of connection. Turning toward your partner’s bids for ...
02/09/2026

Gottman research shows that relationships thrive on micro-moments of connection. Turning toward your partner’s bids for attention or support strengthens trust, safety, and emotional closeness.
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Healthy love grows when each partner feels safe to name their needs. Boundaries protect connection by preventing resentm...
02/04/2026

Healthy love grows when each partner feels safe to name their needs. Boundaries protect connection by preventing resentment, burnout, and emotional overload. They clarify expectations and support more authentic communication.
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Grief can be isolating — whether you’re mourning the loss of a loved one or a beloved pet — and you don’t have to naviga...
02/02/2026

Grief can be isolating — whether you’re mourning the loss of a loved one or a beloved pet — and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
River Pines Counseling is offering virtual grief and loss support groups for adults, led by licensed mental health providers. These groups offer a confidential, compassionate space to process emotions, connect with others, and build coping tools during a difficult season.
We are currently offering:
• Grief & Loss Support Group
• Pet Grief & Loss Support Group
Details, including dates, cost, and registration information, are included in the flyers below.
🤍 Support. Connection. Space to heal.

Brief, intentional rest boosts accuracy, creativity, and emotional regulation. Strong leadership is built through recove...
02/02/2026

Brief, intentional rest boosts accuracy, creativity, and emotional regulation.
Strong leadership is built through recovery, not relentless pace.
(Source: Ariga & Lleras, 2011, Cognition Journal)


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Life transitions often bring mixed emotions: relief, fear, uncertainty, hope.You are not meant to rush through the in-be...
01/30/2026

Life transitions often bring mixed emotions: relief, fear, uncertainty, hope.

You are not meant to rush through the in-between spaces.

Therapy helps you understand what the transition is asking of you, regulate your nervous system, and move forward with intention rather than pressure.

Your pace is valid.
Relevant Research:
Transitions naturally increase emotional reactivity as the brain adapts to change (Holmes & Rahe Stress Scale; APA 2021).

People-pleasing often develops from trauma, early caregiving roles, or fear of conflict. Small boundaries create meaning...
01/28/2026

People-pleasing often develops from trauma, early caregiving roles, or fear of conflict.

Small boundaries create meaningful shifts: pausing before agreeing, noticing resentment, or choosing one moment each day to honor your needs.

You do not have to abandon relationships to reclaim yourself.
(Source: Lynch & Kilmartin, 2020)

River Pines Counseling | MN & WI Telehealth

Trauma can show up in ways people don’t always recognize: heightened startle response, emotional numbing, difficulty tru...
01/26/2026

Trauma can show up in ways people don’t always recognize: heightened startle response, emotional numbing, difficulty trusting others, intrusive memories, or a sense of being “stuck.”

EMDR helps the brain reprocess overwhelming experiences so they no longer activate the body in the same way.

You are not overreacting. Your nervous system is trying to protect you, and therapy can support you in finding safety again.

Relevant Research:
EMDR is strongly supported as an effective trauma treatment (American Psychological Association, 2017; World Health Organization, 2019).

01/21/2026

Seasonal shifts impact mood and energy for many people. Creating supportive routines during winter can reduce symptoms and help you move through the season with steadiness.



River Pines Counseling can help you navigate the heaviness of winter. Reach out today!


High-performing leaders often overlook their own stress thresholds until they hit a wall.Leadership coaching helps you r...
01/19/2026

High-performing leaders often overlook their own stress thresholds until they hit a wall.

Leadership coaching helps you recognize early signs of overload, interrupt burnout patterns, and build decision-making skills rooted in clarity rather than urgency.

Sustainable leadership grows from internal steadiness, not constant output.

River Pines Counseling | Executive Coaching Support

Relevant Research:
Chronic stress impairs working memory, emotional regulation, and decision-making (American Psychological Association, 2023).

Growth is not about doing more. It is about doing differently.Reflect on what feels sustainable, not impressive. ...
01/16/2026

Growth is not about doing more. It is about doing differently.
Reflect on what feels sustainable, not impressive.

If you spend your days caring for others, you deserve care too.Burnout and compassion fatigue are real — and treatable.Y...
01/14/2026

If you spend your days caring for others, you deserve care too.
Burnout and compassion fatigue are real — and treatable.
Your strength doesn’t disappear when you rest; it refuels.

✨ Provider Highlight: Clare at River Pines Counseling ✨Clare offers a safe, supportive space where clients can explore b...
01/13/2026

✨ Provider Highlight: Clare at River Pines Counseling ✨
Clare offers a safe, supportive space where clients can explore both past and present challenges with honesty and care. She values accountability and thoughtfully challenges clients to take what’s discovered in therapy and apply it to everyday life—creating meaningful, lasting change.
Clare supports adults and couples navigating:
• Stress
• Anxiety & depression
• Parenting challenges
• Relationship concerns
• Grief and pet loss
She draws from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Art Therapy, TF-CBT, DBT, and Pet Loss & Grief Therapy, allowing sessions to be tailored to each client’s unique needs.
💚 Areas of Expertise:
Grief | Anxiety & Depression | Trauma | Relationship Issues | Art Therapy
📍 Client Population: Adults & Couples
If you’re looking for a therapist who combines compassion with gentle accountability, Clare may be a wonderful fit.

Book here: https://www.riverpinescounseling.com/contact

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Stillwater, MN
55125, 55129

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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