Accepting new clients

Therapy and Psychiatry Near Esko, MN

Esko is about 5 miles from our Cloquet office, where Birch and Pine Counseling opened in 2022. Our clinicians also meet by telehealth.

Prefer to call? 218-451-2116

In network with Medical Assistance and five other plans

Sliding fee program

Telehealth by secure video

Accepting new clients now

Ten minutes from our Cloquet office

We do not have an office in Esko. Our Cloquet office, the first one we opened, is the closest: about 5 miles from Esko, roughly a 10 minute drive along County Road 61, the old Highway 61.If you work in Duluth, our Canal Park office is about 16 miles up I-35, usually under 25 minutes, so an appointment before or after work there is realistic too.Prefer to stay home? You can meet your clinician by telehealth.

Nearest office: Cloquet

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

Telehealth

Meet your clinician by secure video.

Counseling and Psychiatry Services

Birch & Pine Canine Support Services

Canine teams supporting schools, churches, nursing homes and community events.

Early Childhood Counseling

A safe and supportive setting where your child can express themselves and build healthy coping skills.

Individual Couple and Family Counseling

Personalized counseling to help you navigate life's challenges, on your own, as a couple or as a family.

Psychiatry Services

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

School-Based Therapy

Support for challenges like ADHD and anxiety, provided directly at school.

Trauma

Specialized trauma treatment, including TF-CBT and EMDR, in a safe, supportive environment.

Valhalla Emergency Response K9s

Trauma-informed K9-handler teams supporting first responders and healthcare professionals during critical incidents.

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 the office, or by video from home.

Meet the Clinicians

Tell us what you are looking for and we will help you find a clinician.

Insurance and Cost

In-network insurance

We are 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.

Sliding fee program

A sliding fee discount program for people with limited financial means, whether uninsured or underinsured. Eligibility is based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Know your cost first

If you are not using in-network insurance, you can request a Good Faith Estimate of your expected cost before scheduling any service.

Common Questions

Can I meet by telehealth?

Yes. Our clinicians offer both in-person and telehealth (secure video) appointments.

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.

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.

Other Locations We Serve

Carlton

Under 10 minutes from our Cloquet office. Telehealth too.

Cloquet Office

1618 Cloquet Ave, Cloquet, MN 55720.

Duluth Office (Canal Park)

501 S. Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802.

Hermantown

About 10 miles from our Duluth office. Telehealth too.

Proctor

Between our Duluth and Cloquet offices. Telehealth too.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We are accepting new clients in Cloquet, Duluth and by telehealth across Minnesota.

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