Meet Your Therapist
The Trauma & Attachment Institute is proud to be a collaborative practice led by three experienced Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors – Jenise Wilson, Candace Ell and Karissa Kautzman – now serving clients from both our Bismarck and Mandan offices in North Dakota. Each of our therapists shares a deep commitment to helping clients heal from trauma, strengthen attachment, and build a life rooted in resilience and connection. Read more about The Trauma & Attachment Institute and our philosophy on the About page.
Below, you can learn more about each therapist’s background, training, and therapeutic approach by visiting their individual bio pages.
Our Therapists' Areas of Expertise
While each therapist brings their own expertise, style, and specialized modalities, you’ll find a shared foundation in approaches such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed attachment therapy. We believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where your needs guide the process and your voice is always valued.
Trauma Therapy
Attachment Therapy
EMDR
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Polyvagal Theory
Somatic Therapy
Clinical Hypnosis
Intensives
Group Therapy
Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Internal Family Systems
Ego State Therapy / Parts Work
Motivational Interviewing
Your path to healing starts here
Speak with a licensed therapist today. Call 701-957-9822
Learn more about the therapy process and how it can help you overcome the challenges holding you back and move toward a more fulfilling life.
