About me

Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alaska. I have been working in the field of behavioral health since 2009, with specializing in work with adolescents and transitional aged individuals. . My fields of most practice are anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse.

I offer a client centered counseling approach. I believe that ultimately you are the person who is the expert on you and your struggles, and that you know what help you need. My style can be described as Motivational Interviewing, with a lot of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques connected with it. I try and pepper my counseling with humor and validation with where you are and what you have gone to.

Your decision to reach out for counseling is incredibly brave. It takes a lot of courage to make this choice. I want to help make this process as helpful and as least invasive as possible.

I am very excited to work together.


Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Self esteem, Motivation
Also experienced in:
LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Bipolar disorder , Depression , Coping with life changes , ADHD , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing

Years of Experience: 7

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

AK LPC 123538


Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Harsimranjeet Minhas. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Nov 29, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Already with just a few simple responses can give me great relief. He has a genuine way of responding and I appreciate that already

Written on Aug 17, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd

Sunny is a phenomenal therapist and has always been talkative and shows he genuinely cares about my well being

Written on May 20, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

My first video session opened my eyes to a lot of things, I was also recommended a book to read that has hit the nail on the head. Still have a lot of work to do but he’s helped me just by listening and it’s changed a lot for me in the short time I’ve been able to speak with him!

Written on May 15, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I appreciate the time he takes to check in and see how I’m doing. Even if I don’t respond he does not take that as a sign to stop the conversation. He is attentive and patient.

Written on Apr 16, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

I have always walked away from my sessions feeling like I have hope and that things can get better. I’ve learned how to manage myself and better myself in ways I didn’t think possible. Thank you so much for all you do and I look forward to future sessions!

Written on Feb 09, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse

Harsimranjeet is a great guy to talk with. He really helped me a lot in understanding some things my son is going through, and myself as well. I am very grateful to have found him.

Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Sonny is extremely caring and respectful of me and my issues and is very good at keeping me down to earth. I’ve enjoyed having him as my therapist for the past few years.

Written on Jan 07, 2023 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Great therapist

Written on Nov 22, 2022 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

Sonny provides of the best experiences I’ve had with a mental health provider

Written on Jun 18, 2022 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks

Sonny is down to earth, to the point consistent and was able to connect with my daughter. It has only been two sessions but good so far.

Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and relationship issues

I appreciate his honesty. I feel like he is experienced and knows exactly why is going on.

Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

I greatly appreciate Harsimranjeet. He definitely helps more than I think he realizes.

Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and self esteem

So thankful for Harsimranjeet. He is encouraging and frequently checks in. He has gained my trust and I appreciate his support.

Written on Oct 23, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Thanks for being such a safe and supportive listener. Very objective yet personable therapist who helps clarify your own questions and nudges you towards the conclusions that feel best for you. Great therapist.

Written on Aug 26, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

Sunny has been really supportive and a really good listening ear and validates a lot of what I already know but dont have the confidence to beleive in myself and its a really safe place.

Written on Aug 25, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

He’s great!

Written on Jun 09, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues

Helpful and understanding very easy to talk to

Written on Jun 04, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Overall, Sonny has been very helpful with the problems I wish to understand. And has given me new perspectives about my habits, to move further with better and healthier practices. I was hesitant at first to try this out, but I'm glad I still did it.

Written on May 08, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

he is a very supportive cousellor.
he always makes sure that you are comfortable
constantly checks my progress
ask how i'm doing.
i would higly recommend him!

Written on Apr 28, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

He is so understanding, patient and supportive!

Written on Apr 27, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Harsimranjeet has been very easy to talk with. He allows me to feel comfortable to bring up my concerns and we work through them at my own pace. He is fast to respond with advice and material to help me improve my mental health. He is also relatable and kind.

Written on Apr 20, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Attentive and easy to keep in contact with. I have a busy schedule but Sonny manages to get back to me in a timely manner. I appreciate his feedback, encouragement, and support. Reaches out to me and makes me feel there is a safe space I can be vulnerable.

Written on Feb 04, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

I’m really glad that I found a therapist that works well with me.

Written on Jan 28, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

He has really helped me to reframe and understand things about myself and he is always very respectful and supportive. I feel very comfortable with him.

Written on Jan 11, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

From the very first day Harsimranjeet understood what I needed to battle my anxiety and stress. He listened to what I wanted from these sessions and provided coping skills that I have been able to practice for the past few weeks. They have really helped and he has helped me balance my life better. It was really helpful when he would send a message every Sunday to check in and see how I was doing. That message helped me stop and ask myself "how am I actually doing?"

Written on Jan 02, 2021 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression

I like the fact, that he response so quickly .. I’m new to therapy..... so I know know what to expect .. I feel it’s to soon to reply on personal level , yet .. but I’m giving it a try

Written on Dec 17, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

I cannot say enough good things about Sonny. What a safe place. What an encouragement. So appreciate his help.

Written on Dec 11, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue

Harsimranjeet is great. I enjoy working with him.

Written on Sep 20, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management

Going through a very difficult time in regards to family issues, he has been very honest and very precise in helping me pin point how I’ve been feeling and how best to navigate my way through how I’ve been feeling. Dealing with a lot of negativity personally as well, he’s been a great person to work with on my self esteem and how I view myself.

Written on Sep 18, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I so appreciate Sonny's intentional insite, perspective and recommendations. I am able to be entirely honest and open without being concerned about being misheard or judged.

Written on Aug 22, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts

He’s a very kind man who listens intently and places the focus where it needs to be

Written on Aug 11, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

A great counselor who takes the time to check in regularly and make sure you're doing okay. Seems he genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing. Is able to offer insight into why you perceive a situation in a specific manner. Makes you feel heard. Would recommend.

Written on Aug 06, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 6 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

He’s great and always checks in on me.

Written on Jul 10, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Seems really nice and attentive. Checked in often.

Written on May 26, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

He is very real with the advice that he gives and is also sensitive to what is going on.

Written on May 16, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, and grief

He has been helpful since day one of being on this app. I've never once felt like a decision was made that wouldnt benefit myself or the people around me. Also am comfortable talking to him about what I am going through if I have an issue or something has comes up. I am glad he has been with me during this time I've been using this program.

Written on May 10, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

I appreciate that he provides a safe place for me to share feelings that I can’t with other people in my life. He’s real and honest which I appreciate as well. Sometimes even when I’m not participating maybe as much as I should, the check ins are nice.

Written on Apr 24, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Harsimranjeet is great! He more so acts as a friend rather a counselor. I feel as though he genuinely cares about me and takes the time to make sure that I am doing alright.

Written on Apr 23, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I appreciate his consistency in being available.

Written on Apr 13, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues

Talking with Harsimranjeet has been such a lifesaver especially in such a hard time (coronavirus). Talking with him doesn’t feel like talking to a therapist, it feels like talking to a friend.

Written on Mar 03, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 2 weeks

At first I was hesitant to the idea of online therapy, but the small town I live in is fully booked for in-person therapist, so I wasn't left many options. Online (or over the phone) has been a great introduction for me and Sonny is very understanding and uses humor and whatever you're comfortable with to ease you into it. He has recommended breathing exercises and a book that have been helping immensely. For me personally I've been struggling with poor decision making since I gave birth to my son, and it was very reassuring to know that this is normal and I'm not a terrible human being. I've only had 2 sessions so far, but over already noticed a change in my perception.

Written on Feb 24, 2020 after therapy with Harsimranjeet for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Harsimranjeet Minhas (aka Sonny) honestly helped me through my break up that happened January 11th. He listened and it felt like I was just texting a friend. That’s.. super articulate and provides you insight on things. Sonny provided me with terms associated with what I’m feeling. One of those terms being “extinction theory” where when the feelings are dying you feel them more intensely before it fully withers out( just knowing there as a term associated to what was feeling made me feel grounded. That I wasn’t the only one going through with it since there’s a term/theory based on it). Worked out my feelings with me. Even if it’s right or wrong. Provided me with an unbiased perspective. Which is hard to get with your friends since they’d just be on your side. Sony keeps telling me that, “my mindset and strive for getting over my 2 and half year relationship was most of the reason why I got over it so fast, but if it wasn’t for Sonny I really don’t think it wouldn’t have worked out so fast for me. Even though we were talking for a month, you’ve really helped me through a lot and I thank you for that. If problems arise that are just as bad I’ll probably come back here.

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