Meet the Counselors & Therapists in Winona

Mario W. Einsman, M.S., LICSW, LMFT

Families and Couples Counseling, Individual Therapy, Certified Hypnotist

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Jodie Szewczyk, M.A., Psychological Practitioner

As a counselor with 15+ years of experience, I provide successful counseling to individuals, couples/families, and groups. Focusing particularly on depression, anxiety/stress, eating disorders, grief/loss, relationship issues, and parenting.

I also provide assessments and treatment for anger management and domestic violence.

Tricia Semling, MS, LPCC

Utilizing a combination of CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and Reality Therapy/Choice Theory and a pinch of humor, I provide individual counseling to children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I’ve also been further trained in the use of EMDR, Emotional Freedom Technique (Meridian Tapping), and Clinical Hypnosis. I am personally interested in somatic experiencing and functional medicine, specifically how nutrition and lifestyle choices directly impact mental health.


In addition, I am a MN Board of Behavioral Health approved supervisor for counselors in training.

Morgan Gulbranson, MA, LMFT

I am dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, respectful atmosphere that progresses into open communication and self-exploration in order to better understand thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I believe that by accessing our strengths, we are better able to explore problems and implement strategies that will help us live our lives to the fullest. In order to do so, I utilize techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Talk Therapy, Play Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to personalize therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with in order to promote lasting therapeutic change and symptom relief.

This is your journey. This is your experience and I am simply here to listen, guide, and help you create the life you want to live. Together, we can discuss and set reasonable goals and then develop a strategy to make the changes you want to see.

I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, but I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am always learning & growing as a therapist and enjoy working with a variety of people. For more information about me, visit my website.

Sarah Ventura, LICSW

Offering trauma-informed therapy and mental health education to adolescents and adults. Special interests include depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Welcoming and supportive to people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and identities (LGBTQIA+ ally).

Trained and certified in RTT hypnotherapy. Actively pursuing additional training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic practices, and EMDR.

Neif N. Alsharif, M.S, Mental Health Practitioner (LPCC track)

I offer a person-centered approach and work with my clients on what they want to achieve. I practice with trauma-informed care and principles in mind. Aside from my academics and career that have aided me in this position, I have traveled abroad and lived abroad for several years. The people and cultures I have met have shaped me into who I am today. With these experiences in mind, I understand that we are all unique individuals. I want to work with your uniqueness and assist you in your goals.

Audrey Rivenburg, MSW LGSW

Offering counseling to individuals and couples. My approach is trauma informed, free of judgement, and evidence based with roots in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the Duluth Model, and the Gottman Approach to couples counseling. Special interests include supporting those who are navigating grief, anxiety, post traumatic stress, anger management, and active recovery from substance use disorders. I also lead a twice weekly men's group centered around nonviolence in relationships, which assists clients with developing emotional awareness, skills for handling stress, and alternatives to domestic violence in a supportive environment.

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