Skye Forshay

Skye’s background includes doctoral work in life-span developmental psychology with a neuroscience emphasis at George Mason University. She has a Master of Arts degree in Gerontology from Bethel University. She became an ICF accredited advanced Narrative Coach in 2014. Skye added a Master of Arts degree in marriage and family therapy from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota in 2022. Her experience includes working with men on men’s issues, athletes, musicians, gifted teens, women experiencing life transitions, and parents with parenting concerns. Skye specializes in relationship concerns and works with individuals experiencing difficulties with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, ADHD and PTSD. Skye’s approach to therapy includes deep respect for clients and a belief in building on the client’s natural strengths to create a new experience for themselves.

If you or your loved one identify as a highly sensitive or intuitive person, Skye supports clients to find balance and feel grounded and connected. If you prefer data and neuroscience, Skye can support you in developing ways to calm your mind and achieve your goals. Frameworks she uses include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness strategies, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and is a master’s level practitioner of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma. Skye is also a Reiki Level II practitioner. Skye’s approaches are holistic in nature and include an awareness of the overlapping nature of our mind, body, and spirit.

MA, LMFT
Ages Seen: 16+

***All providers have telehealth capability***

Credentials for Therapy Providers

  • ATR-BC – Board Certified Art Therapist
    Advanced credential for art therapists supporting emotional well-being through art.

  • CCTP – Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
    Specializes in treating trauma and PTSD.

  • CEDS – Certified Eating Disorders Specialist
    Expert in diagnosing and treating eating disorders.

  • IMH-E® (III) – Infant Mental Health Specialist
    Focused on mental health of infants and caregiver relationships.

  • LADC – Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
    Trained in treating substance use disorders.

  • LAMFT – Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
    Provisional license under supervision toward full LMFT.

  • LCSW – Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Provides therapy and mental health services.

  • LICSW – Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
    Qualified to provide independent clinical services.

  • LGSW – Licensed Graduate Social Worker
    Master’s-level license; step toward independent practice.

  • LMFT – Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
    Specializes in relationship and family therapy.

  • LP – Licensed Psychologist
    Qualified to diagnose and treat mental health conditions.

  • LPCC – Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
    Provides therapy for individuals, groups, or families.

  • MA – Master of Arts
    Graduate degree in counseling or psychology.

  • MEd – Master of Education
    Graduate degree focused on education and school counseling.

  • MDiv – Master of Divinity
    Trains for spiritual counseling and pastoral care.

  • MPH – Master of Public Health
    Specializes in community health and prevention.

  • MS – Master of Science
    Graduate degree in psychology or related sciences.

  • MSW – Master of Social Work
    Prepares for clinical or community-based social work.

  • PhD – Doctor of Philosophy
    Advanced research-focused doctoral degree.

  • Practicum Student – A student undergoing practical, hands-on instruction in their chosen field to gain real-world experience and apply academic knowledge in a professional setting.
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  • Psy.D. – Doctor of Psychology
    Clinical practice-focused psychology doctorate.

Credentials for Nursing Providers

  • APRN – Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
    Advanced clinical training; can diagnose and prescribe.

  • CNP – Certified Nurse Practitioner
    Provides specialized advanced clinical care.

  • DNP – Doctor of Nursing Practice
    Highest clinical nursing degree, focused on practice leadership.

  • MSN – Master of Science in Nursing
    Prepares nurses for advanced roles and specializations.

  • PBN – Public Health Nurse
    Focuses on disease prevention and community wellness.

  • PMHNP-BC – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified
    Specializes in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.

  • RN – Registered Nurse
    Provides direct patient care and medication management.