BEGIN YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY.

Our Services

individuals — $75 to $225

Interns: $75 Individual

Licensed Practitioner: $175 Out of Pocket Individual;

$225 Insurance Individual

  • Yes, our Licensed Professional Counselors can accept various insurances, a list of which includes: Aetna; Blue Cross Blue Shield; Wellmark; United Health Care; UMR; Avera; DakotaCare; Sanford. If you have a different OON Insurance, please check with a Licensed Practitioner regarding whether your insurance may be accepted or whether there are other out of network options available to you.

    Please note: Interns cannot accept insurance, so all rates are out of pocket. We do offer a sliding scale fee based on financial hardship down to $25. If you require a financial hardship form, request one prior to booking.

  • All sessions are 53 minutes in length, except intakes, which are 83 minutes.

  • No. Telehealth and in-person sessions are available, book online or call to schedule.

  • Our Individual services focus on support for a range of common mental health issues that qualify as low to medium risk. Therapists would generally offer assistance with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, and life transitions. Medium risk clients would possibly have ongoing or chronic mental health conditions, moderate levels of self-harm or suicidal ideation, or individuals struggling with substance abuse if these concerns are in conjunction with other relational problems.

    Our individual therapy sessions would emphasize providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking help with more typical mental health challenges that qualify as outpatient. Therapists will assess and refer any high risk clients such as those requiring inpatient drug rehabilitation, severe anger issues and a chronic history of physical violence, numerous homicidal or suicidal attempts, or unmedicated severe mental health conditions to inpatient services.

FAMILies — $90 to $225

Interns: $90 Families

Licensed Practitioner: $175 Out of Pocket Families;

$225 Insurance Families

  • Yes, our Licensed Professional Counselors can accept various insurances, a list of which includes: Aetna; Blue Cross Blue Shield; Wellmark; United Health Care; UMR; Avera; DakotaCare; Sanford. If you have a different OON Insurance, please check with a Licensed Practitioner regarding whether your insurance may be accepted or whether there are other out of network options available to you.

    At least one person in the family must have an active diagnosis to qualify for insurance reimbursement. Families are charged as one client unit.

    Please note: Interns cannot accept insurance, so all rates are out of pocket. We do offer a sliding scale fee based on financial hardship down to $45 for family therapy. If you require a financial hardship form, request one prior to booking.

  • All sessions are 53 minutes in length, except intakes, which are 83 minutes.

  • No. Telehealth and in-person sessions are available, book online or call to schedule.

    Note: family sessions are most effective in-person; however, telehealth sessions can be successful.

  • Our therapy office specializes in low to medium risk families and provides a range of services to address common familial challenges. These may include support for improving communication, resolving conflicts, and navigating life transitions. Our therapists are equipped to work with families dealing with issues like parenting concerns, sibling conflicts, and adjustment difficulties. Additionally, they can assist families in developing coping strategies for stress management and enhancing overall family dynamics. Our therapy focus is on fostering a healthy and supportive environment for families to navigate their challenges, build resilience, and strengthen their relationships. Our therapists tailor interventions to the unique needs of each family, promoting positive communication patterns and facilitating sustainable solutions to improve the overall well-being of all family members.

    Medium-risk family issues might involve more complex dynamics that require a specialized approach beyond basic family therapy. These could include challenges such as ongoing conflicts leading to emotional distress, moderate behavioral issues in children, adjustment difficulties related to major life changes, or strained parent-child relationships. Medium-risk family issues might also encompass cases where there's a need for support in navigating issues related to blended families or dealing with the aftermath of divorce. While these challenges may not pose an immediate threat, they can significantly impact family functioning and well-being. Our therapy office addresses medium-risk family issues and provides targeted interventions to address these complexities and help families work toward positive resolutions.

COUPLES — $90 to $225

Interns: $90 Couples

Licensed Practitioner: $175 Out of Pocket Couples;

$225 Insurance Couples

  • Yes, our Licensed Professional Counselors can accept various insurances, a list of which includes: Aetna; Blue Cross Blue Shield; Wellmark; United Health Care; UMR; Avera; DakotaCare; Sanford. If you have a different OON Insurance, please check with a Licensed Practitioner regarding whether your insurance may be accepted or whether there are other out of network options available to you.

    At least one person in the couple must have an active diagnosis to qualify for insurance reimbursement. Couples are charged as one client unit.

    Please note: Interns cannot accept insurance, so all rates are out of pocket. We do offer a sliding scale fee based on financial hardship down to $25. If you require a financial hardship form, request one prior to booking.

  • All sessions are 53 minutes in length, except intakes, which are 83 minutes.

  • No. Telehealth and in-person sessions are available, book online or call to schedule.

    Note: in-person couples therapy tends to be the most effective, however, telehealth can still be successful as long as both partners are dedicated to the therapy process.

  • Our therapy office caters to low to medium-risk couples and addresses common relational challenges, such as communication issues; relational conflicts including infidelity, sex therapy, and mild emotional or physical abuse; or adjustments to major life transitions. Low to medium-risk cases might involve couples seeking support for improving their attachment patterns in difficult relationship dynamics; divorce; navigating parenting challenges; mild substance abuse and codependency; or managing external stressors impacting their partnership.

    High-risk cases, on the other hand, might include situations involving severe domestic violence, ongoing substance abuse within the relationship, or significant mental health crises. In such instances, the therapy office would prioritize client safety and refer high-risk couples to specialized services equipped to handle more complex and urgent needs. This approach ensures that each couple receives the appropriate level of care based on the nature and severity of their relational challenges.

CHILDREN — $75 to $225

Interns: $75 Children

Licensed Practitioner: $175 Out of Pocket Children;

$225 Insurance Children

  • Yes, our Licensed Professional Counselors can accept various insurances, a list of which includes: Aetna; Blue Cross Blue Shield; Wellmark; United Health Care; UMR; Avera; DakotaCare; Sanford. If you have a different OON Insurance, please check with a Licensed Practitioner regarding whether your insurance may be accepted or whether there are other out of network options available to you.

    Please note: Interns cannot accept insurance, so all rates are out of pocket. We do offer a sliding scale fee based on financial hardship down to $25. If you require a financial hardship form, request one prior to booking.

  • All sessions are 53 minutes in length, except intakes, which are 83 minutes.

    Note: Some children cannot tolerate a full hour-long session. 30-minute sessions are available upon request. These will be at a half-rate of $37.50.

  • No. Telehealth and in-person sessions are available, book online or call to schedule.

    Note: some children are too distractible for telehealth options on their own without an adult present. It is advisable to have an activity available for these children to keep their focus during sessions. Telehealth children’s sessions are recommended to be 30-minutes.

  • Our therapy office is a low to medium-risk therapy office for children's therapy and offers support for a variety of common mental health issues that do not pose an immediate danger but require professional intervention. This could include anxiety and stress related to school, family changes, or peer relationships. Our therapists may also address behavioral issues, attention difficulties, or adjustment problems arising from life transitions. Additionally, they might provide assistance for children experiencing mild depression, grief, or difficulties in expressing and managing emotions. The focus is on early intervention and preventive strategies to support children's emotional well-being and helping them develop healthy coping mechanisms.

“therapy is about understanding the self that you are. but, part of getting to know yourself is to unknow yourself - to let go of the limiting stories you’ve told yourself about who you are so that you aren’t trapped by them, so that you can live your life and not the story you’ve been telling yourself about your life.” — lori gottlieb

MEET YOUR THERAPIST

I have a passion for helping individuals traversing transitions and navigating change in the ebb and flow of life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and passionate advocate for individuals facing life's transitions, offering a safe and empowering space at The Talking Pointe.

With expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I specialize in helping individuals break through deep trauma and move towards a brighter future. My commitment extends to working with women, families, and children, drawing on my extensive experience in School Counseling to address a range of issues from everyday stresses to behavioral challenges. My dedication also shines in supporting those experiencing workplace burnout, providing hope and encouraging healthy boundaries for individuals in high-stress professions. Additionally, I empathize with the unique struggles of mothers dealing with miscarriage, infertility, and infant loss, offering understanding and healing.

I am also am certified from the Professional Acadamey of Custody Evaluators (PACE) as a Child Custody Evaluations and hope to offer more services to families and children struggling in conflict. As a Qualified Mental Health Practitioner and National Certified Counselor, I invite clients to take their first step towards a brighter future by visiting my bio for more information on the therapeutic interventions I employ.

Allison Parsons
Licensed Professional Counselor

Ashley Anson
MFT - Intern

I am passionate about helping others heal past abuse, grieve the narrative they never had the chance to live, and build a new future. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and a fierce advocate for those of a minority or underprivileged background, offering safety, empathy, and encouragement at The Talking Pointe.

My therapeutic journey is rooted in personal transformation, having navigated my own healing from childhood abuse. As a survivor, I am committed to providing a sanctuary for individuals to embark on their healing journey, fostering self-compassion and prosperity. With a background as a criminal lawyer and involvement on the Board for the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative, I am passionate about guiding children towards empowerment and positive change. I also offer legal guidance and advocacy to those subject to the legal system that cannot provide emotional relief in the navigation of custody, shared parenting, and divorce battlefield. My academic foundation is diverse, including a Juris Doctorate, Masters of Environmental Policy, and ongoing pursuit of a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Specializing in narcissistic and empath dynamics, childhood core wounds, and advocating for emotional processing, my therapeutic philosophy emphasizes collaboration and a personalized approach. As an artist and creative writer, I incorporate Art Therapy techniques to encourage exploration and expression, creating a nurturing space for holistic healing and personal growth. Surviving physical, sexual, and narcissistic abuse myself, I am deeply passionate about helping clients navigate this transformative journey toward self-love and acceptance post-abuse.

I am a fierce advocate for children, minority groups, single parents, and lower income families, and I hope to bring these demographics healing and growth out of their circumstances. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern and I am a fierce warrior for the underprivileged, lending compassion, understanding, and empathy at The Talking Pointe.

Hello, I'm Vanessa Larosier, and I'm excited to meet you! Armed with a BS in Psychology and Social Sciences from the University of Sioux Falls, I am currently pursuing my MS in Mental Health Clinical Counseling through Grand Canyon University. My passion lies in helping families and children, drawing from my own experiences growing up in poverty as the child of a single mother. Having overcome adversity, I aim to guide families through deep loss, offering mental fortitude to navigate life's challenges. As an independent Black woman, I understand the struggle of lacking a solid male father figure and hope to help others find strength, resiliency, and healing. In my downtime, I enjoy reading, walking in the sunshine, and staying active in the gym. From the Sioux Falls area, I look forward to working with you and offering a culturally sensitive environment for individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular dedication to supporting young Black adults and children facing unique struggles. Therapy, to me, is a transformative tool breaking the cycle of generational challenges, fostering resilience for a brighter future.

Vanessa Larosier
Licensed Professional Counselor - Intern