Forest Lake, MN

Counseling & Mediation Solutions LLC

Founded in 2002 by:
Debra Nelson, MA LMFT

Helping Individuals, Couples, Families, and Professionals Find Solutions Since 2002

At Counseling & Mediation Solutions LLC, we provide professional mediation, family conflict resolution, counseling, and wellness services for clients throughout Forest Lake, Hugo, Wyoming, Stacy, Columbus, and surrounding Minnesota communities.

For more than 30 years, we have helped individuals, couples, families, and professionals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, expertise, and practical solutions. Whether you are seeking divorce mediation, co-parenting support, family mediation, relationship counseling, parenting assessments, or personal growth services, our team is committed to helping you move forward with confidence and clarity.

We believe in an integrated approach to wellness that supports the mind, body, and spirit. Our services include mediation, counseling, evaluations, assessments, nutritional collaboration, education, community referrals, and wellness-focused resources designed to help you achieve lasting positive change. Clients can expect a supportive, confidential, and respectful environment where personal goals, healing, and growth remain the primary focus. Telehealth appointments are available by phone or video for clients throughout Minnesota.

If you are looking for an experienced Mediator or Counselor in the Forest Lake area, we invite you to contact us today. Call 651-307-4993 or complete our contact form to schedule a consultation with Debra Nelson, MA, LMFT.

We’re here to help you find solutions, restore balance, and move forward.

Serving Forest Lake and Surrounding Communities

Counseling & Mediation Solutions LLC proudly provides therapy services for individuals, couples, and families in Forest Lake, Wyoming, Hugo, Stacy, Columbus, and the surrounding Twin Cities area.

Individual Counseling

Support for Anxiety, Trauma, Grief, ADHD, and life transitions.

Family Counseling

Helping Families rebuild communication, stability, and connection.

Child & Teen Therapy

Specialized therapy supporting emotional growth and behavioral development.

Areas We Can Help With

Counseling For All Ages & Life Stages

We accept most Major Insurance

Below are the in-network insurance providers that we work with, including Medical Assistance. Self-pay is also available.

Please inquire with your insurance provider that we are in-network before starting services. Please reach out to our team to ask how to inquire with your insurance

FAQ's

Counseling & Mediation Solutions LLC provides professional counseling services for individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents. We also offer support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction recovery, relationship concerns, and family conflict.

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Yes. We provide professional mediation services that help families resolve disagreements outside of court whenever possible. Mediation can help with divorce, parenting plans, child custody, co-parenting, family conflicts, workplace disagreements, and other civil matters.

Minnesota Judicial Branch Alternative Dispute Resolution:
https://www.mncourts.gov/help-topics/alternative-dispute-resolution.aspx

Yes. Secure virtual counseling appointments are available for clients throughout Minnesota, allowing you to receive professional support from the comfort of your home.

Yes. Therapy can help individuals understand the underlying causes of anxiety and depression while developing healthier coping skills, improving emotional resilience, and creating long-term strategies for wellness.

National Institute of Mental Health:
https://www.nimh.nih.gov

Addiction counseling helps individuals identify triggers, build healthier coping strategies, prevent relapse, repair relationships, and develop a personalized recovery plan.

During your first session, your therapist will learn about your goals, discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and begin creating a personalized treatment plan that meets your needs.

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Yes. We provide counseling services for children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, behavioral concerns, family transitions, school challenges, grief, trauma, and emotional difficulties.

Yes. Counseling sessions are confidential and protected by privacy laws, except in limited situations where disclosure is required by law to protect someone’s safety.

Counseling can benefit anyone experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, addiction, trauma, major life changes, or simply wanting personal growth and improved emotional well-being.

Since 2002, Counseling & Mediation Solutions LLC has helped individuals and families throughout Forest Lake and surrounding communities navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based counseling and professional mediation services. Our goal is to provide a welcoming environment where clients feel supported, respected, and empowered to make meaningful progress.

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Change Your Life with Professional Support

Complete our contact form or call 651-307-4993 to schedule an appointment.