Duane Winter , LPCC

Duane Winter is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota who brings warmth, respect, and steady encouragement to his work with individuals and families. He centers each session on the client, viewing people as the experts in their own lives while offering professional guidance to help them move toward goals. Duane blends acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and mindfulness within a person-centered framework to tailor treatment to each client's strengths and needs.

He emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change, focusing on building trust and open communication so clients feel supported while exploring difficult topics. Duane helps clients identify practical ways to address what they can control, promote growth, and build on existing strengths. He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Duane recognizes the courage it takes to begin counseling and aims to walk alongside clients in a supportive and encouraging way. His approach is collaborative - he partners with clients to determine which strategies fit best and to develop actionable steps toward healthier coping and improved well-being.