Note: Therapy is offered exclusively via Telehealth

Magnolia Psychological Associates, Inc. is pleased to offer individual, adult psychotherapy and psychodiagnostic assessments.

Psychotherapy

At Magnolia, we are passionate about helping people move toward wellness and wholeness. Many people come to us for support during life transitions. Some people need a space to grieve and process their past losses or traumas (including the birth/postnatal experience), while others need help staying connected to their partner. Our goal is to help our clients find solace and relief and would be honored to join you on the journey of self-discovery. At Magnolia, we believe in holistic health and wellness and encourage people to discuss spiritual and biological concerns when applicable.

Perinatal Mental Health

Magnolia is a safe place for people dealing with the struggles of growing their families. As a specialized provider of perinatal mental health, people often come to Magnolia with struggles arising due to pregnancy, miscarriage, infertility, infant loss, or postpartum difficulties. In addition to our focus on helping adults through the challenges of growing their families, we also specialize in helping parents and babies form healthy attachments.

Psychodiagnostic Assessment

At Magnolia, we specialize in psychological assessment for clergy and those pursuing ordained ministry. Psychological assessment offers a snapshot of current functioning and provides clarity about the roots of longstanding struggles and profound gifts. We use a strengths-based approach to testing in order to give our clients a solid foundation for relationships with their peers, family and community. We value partnering with clients to piece together a complete picture of functioning through psychological assessment.

Erika Knuth, PhD, PMH-C, is the founder of Magnolia Psychological Associates, Inc. Dr. Knuth is specialized in depth psychotherapy, psychodiagnostic assessment, spiritual/existential issues, and maternal mental health. In therapy with Dr. Knuth, you can expect to explore the early roots of your current strengths and struggles, while concurrently finding new strategies to live more fully and authentically in the present.

Dr. Knuth is passionate about working with individuals and couples during the perinatal period. Dr. Knuth received the Certificate of Completion in the Treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders by Postpartum Support International in 2014 and was one of the first therapists to attain the Advanced Certification in Perinatal Mental Health in 2018. Dr. Knuth served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors for the Illinois chapter of Postpartum Support International, where she worked with providers across the state to improve mental health resources, treatment, and outcomes during the perinatal period.

Dr. Knuth believes deeply in holistic wellness and wants to understand all of the factor contributing to one’s wellness and distress. In addition to her PhD in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Knuth has a MA in Theology. Dr. Knuth seeks to hold space for the multifaceted, complex emotions related to spiritual, religious, existential, and theological issues. For some, spirituality and religion are great resources for thriving, while others have been deeply wounded by religion and struggle to reconcile the tenants of a faith tradition with their own personal experiences.

Dr. Knuth feels most alive when exploring nature and spending time with her loved ones. Above all, Dr. Knuth appreciates discovering beauty in unexpected places.