Danielle Polansky, LADC is joining our team as a practicum student in August. She is currently completing a graduate degree in the counseling and psychological services program at Saint Mary’s University in Minnesota. She started her career as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and has worked in that capacity for the past 5 years within inpatient residential and intensive outpatient day treatment programs. She has experience working with adult and adolescent populations.

At this time, Danielle is eager to expand her knowledge and experience in the world of mental health counseling. Danielle is passionate about supporting clients through mental health challenges like anxiety and depression, assisting clients develop healthy relationships, coping skills and reducing stress. Danielle is deeply interested in learning more about the intersection of physical and mental health. She is sensitive to the needs of each individual client, aware there is no one size fits all approach. Danielle exhibits kindness, unconditional positive regard and a dose of humor in her work. She encourages hard work and supports clients along the way. She believes hope and healing is possible for everyone.

In her free time Danielle enjoys spending time with her dog, Dixie, exploring new restaurants, traveling and spending as much time outdoors as Minnesota will allow.