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Danielle Petruska, PsyD

Danielle Petruska, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

I believe in meeting clients where they are at and providing a nurturing space for them to grow and explore their identities. My goal is to create a non-judgmental, open environment where clients feel comfortable being their true selves and sharing their stories. As a clinician who identifies as queer and neurodivergent, I am particularly committed to fostering an atmosphere grounded in authenticity, empowerment, trust, and empathy.

Grounded in the belief that connection and belonging are vital to the therapeutic process, my approach is relational, strengths-based, and deeply trauma-informed. I utilize an integrative approach, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs by blending cognitive-behavioral therapies (CBT, DBT, ACT) with experiential modalities, including mindfulness, art, and play therapy. By embracing each client’s unique experiences and strengths, I strive to empower them to enhance their overall well-being.

Clinic Locations

  • Cottage Grove Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic
  • Oakdale Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Adult Day Treatment & Intensive Support Groups
  • LGBTQ+ Friendly
  • Outpatient Therapy - Adult
  • Outpatient Therapy - Children & Families
  • Psychological Evaluation & Treatment
  • Abuse, ADHD/ADD (Adults), ADHD/ADD (Children), Adoption, Foster Care, & Kinship Care, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Autism, Behavioral Problems, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Issues, Depression, Developmental Concerns, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy - DBT, Emotional Disorders, Emotional Dysregulation, Emotional Regulation, Family Therapy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Grief, LGBTQ+ Issues, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychological Assessments (clinical/forensic), Relationship Issues, Schizophrenia Disorder, Self Harm, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), Shame, Suicidal Ideation, Transitions, Trauma
  • Ages Served: 5-25 

Professional Experience

I have several years of training and experience in working with children, adolescents, and young adults through individual, family, and group therapy. My background includes providing care in outpatient and school-based settings, as well as in higher levels of care such as day treatment and residential treatment programs. Additionally, as a clinical psychologist, I have extensive training and experience in conducting comprehensive forensic and clinical psychological evaluations with children and adolescents.

About Me

Danielle facilitates a Transitions Group for adults.
For more information, email adt@canvashealth.org

Transitions
Location: Oakdale
-Mondays: 4:00-5:30 p.m., 16-week program.
-This group is an opportunity for individuals ages 18-25 to come together in a supportive environment and learn ways to navigate their transition into adulthood.
-This group will focus on the following areas: DBT skill education, substance use disorder education, communication and social skills, time management, relationships, self-care and career exploration.

Education

  • BS in Psychology - Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • PsyD in Clinical Psychology - Augsburg University

License and Credentials

  • Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

Referral & Appointment

To check this provider’s availability or to make a referral or appointment, contact PsychServices@canvashealth.org or (651) 251-5059.