Discover the Ballard Clinic Difference

At Ballard Clinic, we're committed to providing excellence in every aspect of your experience with us, from the intake call to the first appointment. We understand the importance of making therapy productive and beneficial. Life is busy and you don't have time to waste.

Our clinic is one of the largest private practices in the Twin Cities focusing exclusively on outpatient therapy and assessment for children, adolescents, and young adults. And each of our therapists has their own area of expertise, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care that's backed by proven practices.

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From your first contact with our clinic, you can expect prompt and attentive service. Our onsite intake coordinators work with our clinicians to ensure a tailored match for you or your child. Dr. Kristin Ballard, our founder and clinical director, oversees and participates in the process of pairing clients with the right therapist based on areas of expertise, individual goals, and personality. Our therapists make it easy to stay in touch by providing their contact info, so parents can easily reach out to schedule follow-ups or share updates between sessions.

Our Personalized Approach

a promise to you

Finding a good therapist can be a challenge

we've taken the guesswork out of it

At Ballard Clinic, we believe effective therapy starts
with two essential ingredients: 

Skilled therapist
The right therapeutic match

That’s why Dr. Ballard personally hand-selects every therapist who joins the team. Parents can have peace of mind that each clinician is carefully chosen not just for their expertise, but for their ability to connect with kids, teens, and families.

In addition, we have created a meticulous system that helps match each new client with the best therapist for their individual goals. Each therapist on the team has their own area of specialty with strong expertise in their area of focus.

Dr. Kristin Ballard founded Ballard Clinic after witnessing the growing and urgent need for youth mental health support. During her first decade as a therapist, she kept hearing the same questions from concerned parents:

“How do I find the right therapist for my child?” 
“Why is it so hard to navigate the mental health system?”

Even when families managed to find a clinic, they were often left wondering whether the therapist truly understood their child—and whether therapy would actually help.