We have an incredible group of therapists who are encouraged to be unique and creative while offering customized care. To learn more about the team, check out their bios below!
Meet the Mankato Clinic Director
Sara Mennen, MS, LMFT
Sara is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in the human service field for 20+ years. She has had the good fortune of working with individuals across the life span with diverse backgrounds in numerous settings including outpatient service, group homes, in-home services, school settings, detox, county jails,… Read More
#LiveAuthentic with professional counseling services
Ellie Mental Health in Mankato, Minnesota isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Individual Therapy
Work one-on-one with a therapist who will provide you with mental health care ...
Work one-on-one with a therapist who will provide you with mental health care individualized to your needs. Whether you are seeking treatment for a mental illness, support for a recent life change, or help in a specific area of your life, individual therapy is just between you and your therapist.
Couples Therapy
Attend therapy session with your partner – whether you’re just dating, engaged, or married. Couples therapy is a safe place to talk through relationship issues with a counselor you can trust, get help navigating a divorce, or build a strong foundation for the future.
Online Therapy
Attend therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home, or wherever else you have an internet connection. With online therapy, you get deep with your therapist while sipping tea in your favorite comfy chair, snuggled in your pajamas, or between work meetings.
Family Therapy
Work through family conflict with a therapist who can facilitate the conversation, work through harmful patterns, and improve communication skills. Family therapy is a group effort – bring your partner, the kids, the in-laws, stepchildren, your siblings, or whoever else is involved with your family dynamic.
In-Home Therapy
If physical health, significant mental health symptoms, or socio-economic limitations are keeping you or your loved one from accessing the treatment you need, we offer in-home therapy. We work with a variety of concerns that affect multiple age groups.
Psychiatry/Medication Management
If psychiatric medications are right to add to your treatment for mental health needs, our team of psychiatrists and prescribers can prescribe, evaluate, and manage your medication. Our prescribers work closely with your therapist to ensure you are receiving the best treatment possible.
Grief Therapy
Loss and bereavement can be immobilizing. You might not know how to move forward or what comes next. Grief therapy provides you with professional support as you work through loss, process any trauma, and navigate next steps.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Work through unresolved trauma and identify the areas of your life that trauma has impacted. Trauma-informed therapy means working with a therapist who has a deep understanding of the many ways trauma can affect your life and your overall sense of self, safety, and well-being.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy is a cutting-edge, evidence-backed treatment approach for treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and a wide range of mental health disorders. EMDR therapy often involves you talking about your trauma while moving your eyes back and forth to reprocess the traumatic experience.
We provide support for a wide range of mental disorders and common mental health issues at our Ellie Mental Health Clinic in Mankato. No matter your concerns, your compassionate Ellie therapist will provide you with the non-judgmental care you deserve.
Anxiety Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Borderline Personality Disorder
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Social Anxiety
Panic Disorders
Self-Harm
Suicidal Thoughts
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders
Adoption Support
Premarital Counseling
Relationship Counseling
Divorce
Bereavement & Loss
Trauma
Stress
Burnout
Self-Esteem
Body Dysmorphia
Anger Management
LGBTQ Therapy
Racial Trauma Therapy
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Get matched with the perfect therapist for your needs
Not sure what to look for in a therapist? Establishing a strong relationship with your therapist is so important to getting the care you deserve. That’s why at Ellie Mental Health we don’t leave it up to chance.
When you call us, our Client Access Specialists will get to know your preferences, schedule, and therapy needs. From there, we’ll match you with a therapist who’s the perfect fit and get your first appointment scheduled right away.
Ellie has created an employment model that prioritizes creativity, culture, and compensation. If you’re looking for a place you can thrive in your professional life and make a difference in your community, you’ve found it!