About Anna

Anna is a Clinical Trainee who is seeking to complete her internship hours as she works towards finishing her master's degree in Integrated Behavioral Health at the University of Minnesota. She holds a license for Alcohol and Drug Counseling (LADC) in the state of MN and will be working towards becoming a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). She holds a bachelor's degree in Community Psychology from Saint Cloud State University. While completing her internship, she will be supervised by Jacqueline Kelly-Faddler, LPCC and her college delegated supervisor. 

Ms. Carlen has experience in various roles supporting those seeking help with thier mental wellness- with expertise in patient care coordination and alcohol and drug counseling.

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Anna is passionate about mental health care. She has helped with the A to Z Mental Health Foundation, which was founded in memory of her brother. This foundation helps provide resources, while also offering scholarships for those pursuing careers in mental health. Along with being an advocate, Anna has experience providing counseling support for the past several months. Her counseling practice draws on influences from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Systems Theory, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy primarily.