Madilyne Harmston, LICSW - Therapist in Minnesota

About Madilyne

Madilyne Harmston is a licensed independent clinical social worker who focuses on helping people who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting concerns. She aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and respectful. Madilyne creates a calm space where people can talk about what matters to them without feeling judged.

She emphasizes steady support and practical steps that clients can use between sessions. Her approach is conversational and goal-oriented.

Background and approach

She listens first, then works with clients to set clear, realistic goals. Techniques come from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help with thoughts and emotions. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused work guide short-term changes and stronger motivation.

Madilyne has three years of professional experience and holds a LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She practices in Minnesota and provides therapy in English. Her background includes helping people affected by trauma, attachment and adoption-related concerns, family problems, and issues like anger or feeling empty.

Sessions may include talking through stressful moments, practicing simple mindfulness skills, or testing small behavior changes between meetings. The tone is collaborative rather than prescriptive - clients and therapist plan the next steps together. This makes it easier to measure progress and adjust the work when life changes.

She also supports people dealing with parenting challenges, fatherhood issues, and foster or adoption dynamics. Madilyne outlines options clearly and helps clients find practical ways to cope and move forward.

How Madilyne’s Approaches Work Online

Madilyne uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and test small changes in behavior. Clients learn concrete strategies to shift thinking patterns and try new responses to stress or anxiety. Mindfulness therapy is used to build attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity. Simple practices are taught so clients can use them during a stressful day. Client-centered therapy means sessions are led by the client’s priorities and pace; the therapist listens closely and adapts techniques to fit each person.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Madilyne will talk through options and tailor techniques to fit goals, needs, and what feels comfortable. The process is collaborative and flexible, with regular check-ins to see what helps and what should change.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work between appointments. Using remote sessions, clients can practice skills in their everyday environment and touch base in ways that suit them.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting challenges, trauma and related issues such as attachment or adoption concerns.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is collaborative and conversational, using straightforward techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused work to address problems and set goals.

What experience does she bring?

She has three years of professional experience working with folks who face trauma, family problems, mood concerns, and parenting challenges.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds a LICSW, which means Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Minnesota under MN LICSW 27922.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference.

How does payment and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session.

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Experience: 3 years
Licensed: Minnesota
Languages: English

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