Our Interns
Heidi Carlson
Hi, I’m Heidi Carlson. I’m a master’s student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grace College, and I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and valued.
I provide both individual and couples therapy and work with clients navigating a variety of concerns, including anxiety, relational struggles, grief and loss, disability-related challenges, and difficulties with their relationship with food.
I work from an Emotion-Focused Therapy lens, which means I believe our emotions can be powerful guides in helping us understand ourselves and what we need. At the same time, I know that each person’s journey is different, so I pull from a variety of approaches to meet you right where you are. For example, I may use grounding and mindfulness techniques to help manage anxiety, narrative and meaning-making work when walking through grief and loss, and a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to help explore and heal relationships with food and body image.
My style is collaborative, compassionate, empathetic, and free of judgment. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, facing a difficult season, or simply wanting to know yourself better, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we can explore your story, uncover your strengths, and work toward a life that feels more whole and meaningful.
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Desiree Partida
Hello! My name is Desiree, and I am a master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Davenport University. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of North Dakota and am a student member of the American Counseling Association, reflecting my commitment to ethical, professional, and compassionate care.
I view counseling as a collaborative, client-centered process that supports individuals in exploring their experiences, building resilience, and pursuing meaningful growth. I work with clients navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.
As a bilingual counselor fluent in English and Spanish, and as a proud Mexican American and U.S. military veteran, I bring a deep appreciation for the complexity of identity and lived experience. My goal is to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to create positive change.
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​¡Hola! Mi nombre es Desiree y soy estudiante de la maestría en Consejería de Salud Mental Clínica en la Universidad de Davenport. Tengo una licenciatura en Psicología de la Universidad de Dakota del Norte y soy miembro estudiantil de la American Counseling Association, lo cual refleja mi compromiso con una atención ética, profesional y compasiva.
Concibo la consejería como un proceso colaborativo y centrado en el cliente, que ayuda a las personas a explorar sus experiencias, fortalecer su resiliencia y lograr un crecimiento personal significativo. Trabajo con clientes que enfrentan trauma, depresión, ansiedad y otros desafíos de salud mental.
Como consejera bilingüe, fluida en inglés y español, y como orgullosa mujer méxico-americana y veterana de las Fuerzas Armadas de EE.UU., valoro profundamente la complejidad de la identidad y las experiencias de vida. Mi objetivo es ofrecer un espacio seguro, inclusivo y de apoyo donde los clientes se sientan comprendidos, empoderados y motivados para generar un cambio positivo.
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