Kalina Counseling Services

Kalina Counseling Services Our group therapy practice provides in person and online individual therapy, couples therapy, and s*x therapy.

We offer unique, online counseling sessions using the HIPPA compliant telemedicine platform, Simple Practice. It truly simulates a virtual private office session. All you need is a computer, smart phone, or tablet with web cam and a private space where you can talk freely. We work with individuals experiencing a range of mental health symptoms, substance abuse issues, stressful life circumstances,

or those simply looking to improve themselves. We work with couples to improve overall relationship satisfaction and communication. We work with families to re-structure family dynamics and improve family functioning. We are ready to start helping you make positive changes in your life!

Peace of mind isn’t about having everything figured out.It’s about realizing it’s okay that you don’t.There will always ...
04/26/2026

Peace of mind isn’t about having everything figured out.

It’s about realizing it’s okay that you don’t.

There will always be unknowns, unanswered questions, and moments of uncertainty. But peace comes when you stop fighting that reality—and start trusting yourself to handle whatever comes next.

You don’t need all the answers to feel calm. You just need to know you’ll be okay, even without them.

If uncertainty feels overwhelming, working with a therapist can help you build that inner steadiness, manage the anxiety of the unknown, and feel more grounded in the present.

✨ You don’t need certainty to have peace. Call or email today to get started with one of our therapists!

The walls you build to keep sadness out…can also keep joy from getting in.It makes sense to protect yourself. To guard y...
04/25/2026

The walls you build to keep sadness out…can also keep joy from getting in.

It makes sense to protect yourself. To guard your heart after you’ve been hurt. But when everything is walled off, you don’t just block pain—you block connection, vulnerability, and the moments that make life feel full.

Healing isn’t about tearing everything down overnight. It’s about slowly learning what feels safe, where to soften, and how to let the right things in.

If you notice yourself shutting down or struggling to open up, working with a therapist can help you feel safe enough to lower those walls and reconnect—with yourself and others.

✨ You deserve to feel joy, not just avoid pain. Reach out today to get started!

Often, the best things in life are the ones we don’t even think about.The quiet moments. The small gestures. The ordinar...
04/24/2026

Often, the best things in life are the ones we don’t even think about.

The quiet moments. The small gestures. The ordinary days that pass by without much notice—but somehow leave the biggest impact.

It’s easy to chase the big milestones and overlook what’s already right in front of us. But more often than not, it’s the little things that shape how we feel, how we connect, and how we remember our lives.

Slow down enough to notice them. They matter more than you think.

If you’re feeling disconnected or caught up in the pressure of “what’s next,” working with a therapist can help you refocus, stay present, and build a life that feels meaningful in the everyday moments.

✨ Don’t miss your life waiting for something bigger.

You are allowed to mess up.That doesn’t make you a bad person.Mistakes are part of being human—not a measure of your wor...
04/23/2026

You are allowed to mess up.
That doesn’t make you a bad person.

Mistakes are part of being human—not a measure of your worth. They’re moments to learn, to reflect, and to grow… not evidence that you’ve failed as a person.

You can take accountability without tearing yourself apart. You can do better without believing you are worse.

Growth happens when you give yourself the space to learn—not when you punish yourself for getting it wrong.

If you’re struggling with guilt or self-judgment, working with a therapist can help you build self-compassion, process your experiences, and move forward in a healthier way.

✨ You are more than your mistakes. Always. Call or email today to get started with a therapist!

What if every day was Earth Day? 🌍This planet isn’t just where we live—it’s where we ground ourselves, breathe, heal, an...
04/22/2026

What if every day was Earth Day? 🌍

This planet isn’t just where we live—it’s where we ground ourselves, breathe, heal, and reconnect. Nature has a way of regulating our nervous system, reminding us to slow down, and bringing us back to the present moment.

Caring for the Earth isn’t just about the environment—it’s also an act of caring for your mental and emotional well-being. When we protect our surroundings, we’re also protecting a space that supports our own healing.

Small, intentional choices matter. Step outside. Reduce what you can. Appreciate what’s around you. Treat this planet like the home it is.

And if you’re feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, reconnecting with nature—and working with a therapist—can help you feel more grounded, present, and supported.

✨ Take care of the Earth, and in many ways, you’re taking care of yourself too. Call or email today to get started!

Healing was never about making yourself perfect.It’s about slowly becoming the version of yourself you wish to be—one ch...
04/21/2026

Healing was never about making yourself perfect.

It’s about slowly becoming the version of yourself you wish to be—one choice, one lesson, one moment at a time.

It’s messy. It’s nonlinear. And it doesn’t mean you won’t have hard days. It just means you’re showing up differently, with more awareness, more compassion, and more intention.

You don’t need to fix everything about yourself to be worthy of growth. You just need to keep going.

If you’re navigating your healing journey, working with a therapist can help you stay grounded, process your experiences, and move toward the life you want with clarity and support.

✨ Progress, not perfection—that’s what healing really looks like. Call or email today to get started!

Overthinking isn’t your fault.So stop blaming yourself for it.Your mind is trying to protect you, make sense of things, ...
04/20/2026

Overthinking isn’t your fault.
So stop blaming yourself for it.

Your mind is trying to protect you, make sense of things, and prepare for every possible outcome. It might feel exhausting—but it’s not a personal failure.

You’re not “too much.” You’re not broken. You’re someone whose brain learned to stay alert, to analyze, to try and stay safe.

And while overthinking can feel overwhelming, it’s something you can learn to manage with the right support and tools.

If your thoughts feel nonstop or hard to control, working with a therapist can help you understand your patterns, quiet the noise, and build healthier ways of coping.

✨ You deserve peace of mind—not constant pressure. Call or email today to get started!

Guilt is not the same thing as growth.And we need to learn that.Feeling bad about something doesn’t automatically mean y...
04/19/2026

Guilt is not the same thing as growth.
And we need to learn that.

Feeling bad about something doesn’t automatically mean you’re becoming better. Growth comes from reflection, accountability, and choosing to do things differently—not from staying stuck in shame.

You can acknowledge your mistakes without living in them. You can learn without punishing yourself.

Real growth is forward movement, not self-judgment.

If guilt has been weighing you down, working with a therapist can help you process those feelings, separate shame from growth, and build healthier ways of moving forward.

✨ You don’t have to carry guilt to prove you’ve changed. Call or email today to get started!

Maybe not everything that happens to you is karma.Maybe it’s just life… happening.Not every karmic moment is a punishmen...
04/18/2026

Maybe not everything that happens to you is karma.
Maybe it’s just life… happening.

Not every karmic moment is a punishment. Not every setback is something you “deserved.” Sometimes things are simply hard, unexpected, or out of your control—and that doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you.

You don’t have to carry blame for everything you go through. You’re allowed to experience life without turning it into a judgment of your worth.

If you’re struggling to make sense of difficult experiences, working with a therapist can help you process what you’re going through, release unnecessary guilt, and find steadiness in the uncertainty.

✨ Be gentle with yourself—life is complex, and you’re doing the best you can. Call or email today to get scheduled!

You don’t have to punish yourself to become a better person.Growth doesn’t come from tearing yourself down—it comes from...
04/17/2026

You don’t have to punish yourself to become a better person.

Growth doesn’t come from tearing yourself down—it comes from understanding, compassion, and choosing differently moving forward.

You’re allowed to learn without shame. To change without self-hate. To grow without carrying the weight of every mistake you’ve ever made.

Accountability matters—but so does grace.

If you’re stuck in cycles of guilt or self-criticism, working with a therapist can help you build healthier patterns, process your experiences, and move forward with kindness toward yourself.

✨ You can grow and be gentle with yourself at the same time. Reach out today to get started!

We are all partially finished paintings—layers still drying, colors still blending, details still unfolding.There is no ...
04/16/2026

We are all partially finished paintings—
layers still drying, colors still blending, details still unfolding.

There is no final version of you. No moment where you’re suddenly “done.” Just continuous growth, change, and becoming.

And maybe that’s the beauty of it… you get to keep evolving, keep adding depth, keep discovering new parts of yourself along the way.

If you’re feeling frustrated with where you are, working with a therapist can help you embrace the process, navigate the in-between, and continue creating a life that feels meaningful to you.

✨ You’re not unfinished—you’re ongoing. Call or email today to get started with a therapist!

Collect the little moments like shells in a jar. 🐚The quiet laughs. The deep breaths. The small wins. The ordinary days ...
04/15/2026

Collect the little moments like shells in a jar. 🐚

The quiet laughs. The deep breaths. The small wins. The ordinary days that don’t feel like much—but somehow become everything when you look back.

Life isn’t just made up of big milestones. It’s built from tiny, meaningful moments that remind you you’re living, growing, and experiencing it all in real time.

Slow down. Notice them. Hold onto them. They matter more than you think.

If you’re finding it hard to stay present or appreciate the moment, working with a therapist can help you reconnect, ground yourself, and build a life that feels fuller and more intentional.

✨ Start noticing the small things—they’re the big things. Call or email today to get started!

Address

Two Harbors, MN

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 8pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12185957997

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Hello and welcome! I’m Ashley Kalina the owner and founder of Kalina Counseling Services, LLC. I provide online individual, couples, and family counseling services. I offer unique, online counseling sessions using the HIPPA compliant telemedicine platform, iCouch. It truly simulates a virtual private office session. All you need is a computer with web cam and a private space at home or elsewhere so you can talk freely. I work with individuals experiencing a range of mental health symptoms, stressful life circumstances, or those simply looking to improve themselves. I work with couples to improve overall relationship satisfaction and communication. I work with families to re-structure family dynamics and improve family functioning.

I received my Bachelor of Science in Family Social Science at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and my Master of Arts in Counselor Education with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of South Florida. I also hold a graduate certificate in Marriage & Family Therapy from the University of South Florida. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MT 3409) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH 15590) with the state of Florida.

I was born and raised in Minnesota and very much incorporate that “Minnesota Nice” attitude into my work with clients. I want you to always feel welcome and supported by our therapeutic relationship. Helping others is my passion in life and I look forward to helping you create positive changes in your life!