Janelle Carle, Marriage Counselor in Edina, 55435

Janelle Carle, MA, LAMFT

Profession(s):
Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, Coaching
License Status:
I'm an accredited professional.
Primary License:
LAMFT - 2399

My Approach to Helping

My passion is working with couples and enhancing communication. Often times couples experience feeling disconnected due to fighting, a new job, disagreements about intimacy, lack of communication, an affair, a new baby, or settling into comfortable patterns, I love the work we do together to reconnect and rebuild emotional intimacy. I meet with all kinds of couples, so whether you have been married for 30 years, are living together long-term, are recently engaged, planning a commitment ceremony, taking a break, or living separately let's develop a plan to get you where you want to be in your relationship. Clients often report a sense of relief after a few meetings because they know that I am actively addressing their concerns.

While I tend to work mostly with relationships and couples, I also have familiarity with many individual issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, career changes, and emotional wellness.

More Info About My Practice

"Janelle- Thank you so much again for everything! I (literally) would not be following my heart again if you weren't there to help guide my path and make it clearer. I am so greatful for the work I have done with you. Thank you!!" -L.H.

I offer a free 30-minute consultation so that you can get your questions answered and learn what to expect from the therapy process.

My rates are $70-85.

I accept Self-Pay and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

On the Fence About Going to Therapy?

Trust yourself and the process. I offer a free 30 minute consultation so you can "try it out" without making a commitment. I will send you home and encourage you to think about starting therapy and when you are ready I encourage you to get back in touch with me. You might be feeling nervous or anxious to talk with a therapist, this is normal and I am here to help answer your questions and guide you through the process.

How My Own Struggles Made Me a Better Therapist

My real-life experiences have shaped me and they inform how I deliver therapy. I am a child of divorce; I understand the effects it can have on a person as well as repairing broken bonds. I understand the joys and complexities of being in a relationship and having a partner. I have sought out my own therapy which has afforded me the understanding of what it feels like to be a client. I have also experienced the loss of loved ones and the family companion animal. The stigma and label of having ADD/ADHD is something I now embrace as I fully understand the unique ways in which my brain works. We all have our "stuff" and when appropriate I am willing to share mine with you in the therapeutic setting. I am a firm believer in "how we respond to the stuff" will determine our ability to work through it. If you are currently hoping to better respond to life's' stressors I am here to help.

The Duration and Frequency of Therapy

Depending on the concern or problem you bring to therapy will determine how long we meet. Some clients will come for a couple months and others prefer a longer-term therapeutic relationship. Generally people want to meet weekly in the beginning. For couples I offer a longer meeting of 100 minutes, clients report they need the longer time when they are getting started and have a lot to discuss. When clients are ready to come less frequently, we discuss meeting every other week. Some client choose to lock in a time and will come every week at their designated time. Other clients will email me when a space opens up in their schedule. As my client you truly are in the driver's seat.