About Beth
Beth Freschi, MA, Pre-Licensed Counselor
Pursuing LPCC licensure under the supervision of
Jennie Yngsdahl, MA, Licensed Psychologist
(Minnesota / MN LP 4935)
When someone comes to talk with me, I offer compassion, deep listening, and a safe place for self-expression and healing work. There are so many ways to experience the world, and my counseling approach begins with the client's perspective, building a collaborative, empathetic relationship along the way. I am intrigued by individual differences and each person's unique experience.
With over 20 years of experience in mental health and stress management, I specialize in working with Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), Empaths, college and graduate students, and creative people seeking greater understanding, emotional well-being, and a path forward.
My interest in psychology began in college when I turned my fascination with the individual into a career path. I graduated from St. Olaf College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. After gaining experience in psychiatric research, peer counseling, and support group facilitation, I earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of St. Thomas.
Working with clients at a community mental health center and with patients on a locked psychiatric unit expanded my compassion for people struggling with serious mental health symptoms. I believe in the dignity of every person, and I have learned that struggles may be part of someone’s story, but they do not define the person. In these clinical settings, I balanced treating symptoms with supporting the healthy side of their personality—this gave me a fuller view of the whole person and strengthened our therapeutic relationship.
Over the years, I also developed a coaching practice focused on relaxation techniques, stress management, and personal growth. Through hundreds of groups and individual sessions, I learned something that continues to guide me today: when people feel genuinely heard with compassion and respect, new insights can emerge naturally. These moments of understanding often become the beginning of meaningful change.
As a Pre-Licensed Counselor practicing under the supervision of Jennie Yngsdahl, MA, Licensed Psychologist (Minnesota / MN LP 4935), Clinical Supervisor of the Center for Counseling and Wellness, I draw on my background in counseling psychology and over 20 years of experience supporting mental health and well-being. I view counseling as a collaborative process, one conversation at a time, with room for curiosity, reflection, and growth.
I hope to offer an expression of care and a welcoming presence to each person I meet. Whether we spend time exploring life's challenges, personal strengths, important relationships, or hopes for the future, my goal is to listen, understand, and create an environment where you feel respected and free to be yourself.
Areas of Focus
Ages 18 and beyond
Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP) Learn More
Empaths Learn More
Creative People
College and Graduate Students
Welcoming Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
LGBTQ+ Ally
Anxiety Learn More
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Stress Management Learn More
Trauma Learn More
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Grief and Loss Learn More
Adjustment Learn More
Life Transitions Learn More
Depression Learn More
Bipolar Learn More
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The areas above are some of the focus areas of my practice. If your concerns are different, we can talk about them during a free 15-minute consultation, and if needed, I can refer you to other professionals.
Counseling Hours:
Afternoons and Evenings
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
My practice focuses on in-person counseling, and in some situations, we can arrange a video or phone call. We can begin with a free 15-minute consultation so you can ask me questions and tell me what you are looking for in a counselor.
My last name is pronounced FRES-kee
Fees and Payment
I believe that counseling should be as accessible as possible. Because every person's circumstances are different, I offer a sliding fee scale. Currently, my counseling practice is private-pay. Many people appreciate the simplicity, flexibility, and privacy of private-pay counseling, which lets us focus on the counseling relationship without the requirements that sometimes accompany insurance reimbursement. If you prefer to use insurance, I can refer you to other professionals, or I can provide a receipt for your Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), or insurance.
If you have questions about fees or payment, I am happy to discuss them with you. Finding the right counselor is an important and personal decision, and I hope this flexible approach helps more people find the support they are seeking.