Accepting new therapy and psychiatry clients

Therapy and Psychiatry in Cloquet and Duluth, MN

Compassionate, professional care for children, teens, adults, couples and families, in person or by telehealth.

Prefer to call? 218-451-2116

The Birch and Pine Counseling team outside the office

In network with

Medical Assistance

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Health Partners

UCare

Optum

Cigna

Sliding fee available

Insurance and fees

Counseling and Psychiatry Services

Adults, couples and families

Counseling for life's challenges, on your own, as a couple or as a family.

Individual, couples and family counseling

Trauma therapy

Children and teens

A safe, supportive setting for your child, at our offices or at school.

Early childhood counseling

School-based therapy

Psychiatry

Psychiatric care for concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and ADHD.

Psychiatry services

Referring someone?

For schools, healthcare providers and family members.

Refer a client

Accepting New Clients Now

Birch and Pine Counseling is currently accepting immediate outpatient therapy and psychiatry referrals. Here is how to get started.

Step 1

Request an appointment

Request a time online or call 218-451-2116.

Step 2

Choose your clinician

Pick a clinician yourself, or send us a message and we will help you find one.

Step 3

Meet in person or by telehealth

See your clinician at our Cloquet or Duluth office, or by telehealth.

Meet Our Clinicians

Taylor Lemke, Birch and Pine Counseling

Taylor Lemke

Psychotherapist

Jamie Dwornikowski, Birch and Pine Counseling

Jamie Dwornikowski

Clinical Intern

Claire, Birch and Pine Counseling

Claire Haine

Psychotherapist

Nicole Collins, Birch and Pine Counseling

Nicole Collins

Clinical Director | Psychotherapist

Kenna Kolasinski

Kenna Kolasinski

Clinical Intern

Ashley Rhoads, Birch and Pine Counseling

Ashley Rhoads

Co-Owner, CEO of Birch & Pine Counseling

The Birch and Pine Counseling team at the office entrance

About Birch and Pine Counseling

Breathing new life · Creating new roots · Est. 2022

Birch and Pine Counseling is dedicated to providing compassionate, professional mental health services to individuals and families in Cloquet and Duluth, MN.

Locally owned: opened in Cloquet in August 2022 by Cloquet natives Ashley Rhoads and Bailey Homstad.

Accessible: in network with Medical Assistance and five other plans, with a sliding fee program.

Close to home: offices in Cloquet and Duluth, and telehealth appointments.

The Birch and Pine Counseling sign on the front of the office

Conditions We Treat

Anxiety, depression and stress

We help you manage anxiety, lift depression and develop effective strategies to handle stress.

Trauma and childhood issues

A trauma-informed approach to healing from past experiences, with specialized care for children.

Relationships and family

We work with couples and families to resolve conflicts, improve communication and strengthen relationships.

Substance abuse recovery

Our counselors offer support and guidance for overcoming addiction.

Our Cloquet and Duluth Offices

Cloquet office

1618 Cloquet Ave, Cloquet, MN 55720. Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Get directions

Duluth office (Canal Park)

501 S. Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802. Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Telehealth

Our clinicians offer both in-person and telehealth appointments.

Meet Our K9 Team

Our trauma-informed canine teams promote emotional regulation, comfort and connection, in our offices and across the community: in schools, churches and nursing homes, and alongside first responders during critical incidents.

Three of the Birch and Pine office dogs

In the News

Breathing New Life and Creating New Roots

Hidden Gems of Cloquet on the practice's opening in August 2022 and its work in schools and local communities.

Read at Hidden Gems of Cloquet

Birch and Pine Counseling is expanding its roots

The Pine Journal on the practice's growth from Cloquet to Duluth.

Read at the Pine Journal

Common Questions

Will my health insurance cover this?

Birch and Pine Counseling is in network with Medical Assistance, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Partners, UCare, Optum and Cigna. If you have questions about coverage, please contact our office.

What if I do not have insurance, or cannot afford care?

We offer a sliding fee discount program for people with limited financial means, whether uninsured or underinsured. Eligibility is based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines. You can apply at our front desk, and our staff can help with the application.

Can I meet by telehealth?

Yes. Our clinicians offer both in-person and telehealth appointments.

How do I get started?

Request an appointment online or call 218-451-2116. You can choose a clinician yourself, or send us a message and we will help you find one.

What if I need help right now?

If you are in crisis, call or text 988. For a medical emergency, call 911.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, Birch and Pine Counseling is here to help.

In crisis? Call or text 988. For medical emergencies, call 911.