Therapy For Families, Couples, And Kids: Marriage And Family Therapist In St. Paul, MN

Therapy That Welcomes Every Part of You

 

As a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I believe all parts of us belong. I offer therapy for trans children and LGBTQ+ therapist services in a gentle, open space. With play therapy, we tap into your child’s imagination. The play therapist in me knows creativity heals. For adolescents, I offer adolescent therapist support. LGBTQ+ families, LGBTQ+ teens, and parents of transgender children will feel held here. This is inclusive therapy at its best.

 

Child Therapy That Speaks Their Language | Marriage And Family Therapist In St. Paul, Mn

 

When kids can’t yet say how they feel, play becomes their voice. As a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I serve as a child therapist, especially for transgender children and others exploring gender and identity. Through play therapy, we use music, storytelling, and art to help them process big feelings. My child therapy work helps kids build resilience, feel seen, and grow stronger, even when it’s scary.

 

Support for Parents and Families

 

Being a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I also work closely with parents. If you’re parenting an LGBTQ+ teen, or a transgender child, this is a safe space for parent therapy and therapist for parents. We talk through how to advocate for your child, manage fears, and find balance. You’ll learn tools for gender‑affirming therapy, and ways to build connection and safety together.

 

Healing for Teens and Families Together | Marriage And Family Therapist In St. Paul, Mn

 

As an adolescent therapist, I help teens feel less alone. As a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I provide adolescent therapy and family therapy that honors the whole family’s journey. When teens are anxious, overwhelmed, or questioning their identity, we explore through conversation, art, movement, or play. This is inclusive therapy—everyone’s voice matters.

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LGBTQ+ Therapy in a Safe, Playful Space: Marriage And Family Therapist In St. Paul, Mn

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This space is designed for LGBTQ+ folks—whether you’re teens, families, or parents of transgender children. As a LGBTQ+ therapist and marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I offer LGBTQ+ therapy that celebrates you. For transgender child therapy, we use creative and body‑aware approaches to help kids heal and grow. In gender‑affirming therapy, we support your child’s truth and your family’s love.

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Why Work With Shawny Sena?

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As a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I bring authenticity, honesty, and warmth. I’m queer and playful, and I don’t shy away from tough topics. I draw on my years as a sex educator and therapist to create a space where all parts of you are welcome. Whether you’re coming for play therapy, family therapy, or guidance around gender journeys, healing happens here.

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What to Expect in Your Sessions

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When you come to me, we start with what matters to you. As a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, I offer in‑person and online sessions. We might play, draw, move, tell stories, or simply talk. For marriage and family therapy, we work on connection, listening, and tenderness. For parents of transgender children, I support both emotional well‑being and practical advocacy. My approach is kind, real, and hopeful.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

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If you’re looking for a marriage and family therapist in St. Paul, MN, who is a family therapist, child therapist, play therapist, adolescent therapist, LGBTQ+ therapist or inclusive therapist, I’d love to meet you. I offer a free 15‑minute consultation so we can see how therapy might help.

Let’s work together to bring healing, bravery, and belonging back into your life.