Location
518 Main St.
Onamia, MN 56359
Crissy Wade is providing services via in person and Telehealth at her Onamia, MN location. Crissy is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a profound commitment to healing and personal growth, Crissy brings a wealth of expertise as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). Her educational journey began at Bemidji State University for her bachelor’s degree, followed by a Master’s degree from Bethel University.
As a certified Telemental Health provider (CTMH), Crissy specializes in trauma-informed care, focusing on intergenerational trauma. Her toolkit of therapeutic modalities is vast, encompassing Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her clientele ranges from adolescents and adults to elders, and she is also a skilled practitioner of Brainspotting, an innovative brain-body technique that facilitates the healing of emotional trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health challenges at their core.
Beyond her professional dedication, Crissy finds solace in various interests. She delights in swimming, indulges in creative beading projects, and cherishes moments spent by a warm bonfire, accompanied by her loving family, including her husband, three daughters, and their two canine companions, Tuxedo and Jenny. Crissy’s heart finds joy in fishing, especially while basking in the serene sunset over the enchanting Mille Lacs Lake.
Crissy Wade’s mission transcends therapy sessions. She aspires to shatter the stigma surrounding seeking help for mental health concerns. With an emphatic belief that reaching out to a therapist isn’t exclusive to individuals with diagnosed mental illnesses, she aims to create an atmosphere of acceptance. Crissy’s practice is founded on a non-judgmental approach, serving as a beacon of support for those navigating anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges. Crissy works with individuals, families, and couples. She works with clients of all racial, economic, sexual, religious, and mental health backgrounds.
Her specific areas on concentration include:
- Depression and Anxiety
- Life Transitions
- Emotional and intergenterational trauma
- PTSD and trauma-related disorders
- Brainspotting