ELLIE LARSEN, MA

 LMFT, QMHP, LAC

Ellie is a true local with deep community ties and resources.  She is a proud USD graduate having obtained her Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Alcohol & Drug Studies.  Ellie obtained her Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy from North American Baptist Seminary. She is licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota.

 Ellie has been Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2008 and Licensed Addiction Counselor since 2009. Ellie completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.  She practices EMDR therapy and received her EMDR Training Certificate of Completion from the Maiberger Institute. She has extensive experience in grief, trauma and integrative health.  Ellie’s most recent ambitions have included working with licensing therapists in a supervisory role and designation of an AAMFT Supervisor Candidate.  Ellie is a proud member of the Stronghold Counseling team; honored as Sioux Falls Local Best Marriage & Family Counselors for 20 years!

 Through Ellie’s own experience with tragedies, adversities and healing she has been able to offer the hope of real healing for those hurting in a broken world. Ellie has over 20 years of addressing relationship issues. Special areas of interest are working with substance use and addictions, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions and more.  A compassionate guide through intimate partner violence and various relationship challenges. 

 Ellie has been married to her husband over 20 years with 3 living children and one in heaven.  She is a proud pet parent of three furry friends.  Ellie and her family enjoy family time filled with sports, arts and adventure!

 Ready to Heal?  If you or someone you care about is struggling with relationships or life’s challenges, reach out to Ellie today. Your path to real healing begins here.