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Shatera Thorson, MA, LAMFT

Shatera Thorson, MA, LAMFT

Family Treatment Practitioner

Shatera specializes in a family systems approach to therapy because it is often our closest relationships that bring about the most pain, suffering, and trauma in our lives. She provides a safe place to have authentic, transparent, conversations where you can show up however you need.

Clinic Locations

  • Oakdale Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Specialty Areas

  • Family Treatment Program
  • ADHD/ADD (Children), Anger, Anxiety, Attachment Disorders, Autism, Behavioral Problems, Emotional Dysregulation, Emotional Regulation, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Grief, LGBTQ+ Issues, Mindfulness, Parenting Issues, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Shame, Trauma
  • Ages Served: 5-18

Professional Experience

Shatera has been working in the mental health field as a trauma therapist for 5 years. She earned a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel University where she also teaches in the psychology department. Shatera has extensive experience coming alongside families, individuals, and couples. She specializes in the healing of trauma using a systemic approach, cultural humility, and EMDR in the hopes of creating sustainable and resilient change in the lives of clients she works with.

About Me

When not parenting her 3 kids, Shatera enjoys reading, spending time outside in nature, seeing live music, and good coffee.

Education

  • BA - Communication Studies, Bethel University
  • MA- Marriage and Family Therapy, Bethel University

License and Credentials

  • Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT)

Referral Information

This program is available for Washington County residents. To make a referral, complete this form.