About Me
I'm Dorothee Tshiela, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Eagan, Minnesota.
I work with adults age 18 and older in person at my Eagan office, and provide telehealth to clients located in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Washington, New Jersey, and North Dakota.
I work with adults who are carrying a lot, anxiety, trauma, low self-worth, depression, burnout, or just trying to keep it together when life won't slow down (usually put together with duct tape and a smile).
I offer individual therapy that's real, affirming, and rooted in connection, with a little humor when it helps.
I'm currently accepting new clients for Thursday afternoons and Fridays.
If you're ready to feel a little more like yourself again, let's start Envisioning Wellness together.
Not sure if we're a good fit? That's what free consultations are for.
What Envisioning Wellness Means in My Practice
At Envisioning Wellness, therapy is a collaborative process rooted in compassion and cultural responsiveness. You are the expert on your life, and my role is to support and guide you as we make sense of your experiences together.
We'll explore what's been getting in the way, recognize what has helped you cope and survive, and develop strategies that align with your values and vision. My goal is to create a space that feels grounded and supportive, where you can show up fully and at your own pace.
My Story
I started Envisioning Wellness in June 2022, after nearly a decade in community mental health counseling and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Over the years, I saw how easily changes in work, family, or where someone lives could disrupt access to care , especially when finding a therapist who understands your cultural and lived experience already feels difficult. I wanted to create a practice where continuity, cultural context, and the whole person could remain part of the work.
I kept meeting people who had done everything right. shown up, held things together, taken care of everyone, and still felt like something was wrong with them. I wanted a practice where culture, family, and history are part of the work, not context you have to translate before the real conversation starts.
My Approach to Therapy
My approach is person-centered, compassion-focused, and culturally responsive, grounded in collaboration, curiosity, and respect for your lived experience. I show up as my full self in the therapy room, direct, compassionate, and real. I believe meaningful change happens within a relationship built on trust, honesty, and respect.
I have worked extensively with people from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, including immigrants and first-generation Americans, and with LGBTQ+ clients. I'm committed to being an affirming and respectful presence, and to creating a space where you don't have to explain or defend who you are.
I take time to get to know not just you, but the context you live in, your story, your people, your pace. Therapy with me often includes laughter, alongside space for deep and sometimes difficult work.
It isn't one-size-fits-all. Our work is collaborative, flexible, and grounded in trust, so you can feel supported in a way that feels human rather than clinical or distant.
Therapy isn't about fixing you. It's about understanding what you've been carrying, how it's shaped you, and what you need moving forward.
On Being Direct
I will tell you what I actually think therapeutically.
If I notice a pattern you have not named, I will name it. If I notice you avoiding something, I'll bring it up. If I see a situation differently, I'll tell you rather than simply nod along.
That is not the same as being harsh, and it is not me deciding I know your life better than you do. It means I am not going to spend your time and money simply telling you what you want to hear.
You can push back. You should push back. Some of the most useful moments in therapy are when a client tells me I have it wrong, and sometimes they are right, or right enough that we both learn something.
If directness is not what you want from a therapist, that is legitimate, and it is worth knowing about each other early.
Who I Work With
I support adults navigating experiences such as:
Being the one everyone relies on, and what that costs
First-generation and immigrant family pressures
Family obligation that doesn't leave room for you
Grief that didn't get room to be grieved
Code-switching and self-editing
Being the only one in the room
Carrying what your family survived
Cultural, religious, or community expectations
Feeling disconnected from yourself inside a life that looks fine from outside
Concerns we may work on
These experiences can show up in many different ways. In therapy, we may work together around:
Trauma and difficult past experiences
Anxiety and chronic worry
Depression and low mood
Burnout and emotional exhaustion
Struggles with self-worth and self-confidence
Life transitions and major changes
Relationship challenges
Identity and belonging
You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Sometimes knowing that something isn't working anymore is enough reason to reach out.
Therapy Approaches I Use
I'm trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), and I integrate elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches.
As an eclectic therapist, I blend modalities thoughtfully, based on your needs rather than forcing you into a rigid model.
If you're wondering whether we might be a good fit, you're welcome to reach out with questions.
Where I'm Licensed
Services must be provided to clients physically located in the state where I am licensed at the time of the session.
Minnesota — Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Wisconsin — Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Washington — Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
New Jersey — Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
North Dakota — Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Minnesota
Master of Arts in Counseling and Wellness, New York University
Professional Credentials
Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor, Minnesota
Clinical Training
I have more than 10 years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other seasons of change.
My clinical training includes:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)
I continue to pursue ongoing clinical education and consultation to support thoughtful, effective care.
A Little More About Me
When I'm not in session, I'm probably listening to music, 90s and early 2000s R&B and hip-hop are always on repeat.
Some of my favorite artists?
Jazmine Sullivan, Adele, Tems, Victoria Monét, Doechii, Ari Lennox, Beyoncé, Paramore, Wizkid, Missy Elliott, Rihanna, Kendrick, and of course, Megan Thee Stallion (aka the Hot Girl Coach aka the Houston Hottie).
I love The Read podcast, and TikTok keeps me laughing on the rough days. Libby is my most used app for books and audiobooks
Over the years, I've fallen in love with yoga, and recently added Pilates to my life.
I also enjoy movies, spending time with family and friends, taking walks by the lake, and traveling.
I believe joy, connection, and rest are just as important to healing as reflection and growth.
Therapy with me includes space for all of it.
For Professionals & Organizations
I also offer clinical supervision for pre-licensed counselors working toward LPCC licensure in Minnesota, and mental health trainings and workshops for schools, nonprofits, and community organizations.