Building Resilience. Restoring Wellness

About
our company

At Ascent Wellness, we believe real-life experience is just as powerful as a professional know-how.

Our unique blend of clinical staff with various expertise, rooted in both professional and personal experiences, nurtures an environment of understanding and acceptance. We show up with heart, understanding, and zero judgment—because we know everyone’s story is different.

Whether you're navigating tough stuff or just want to grow, we’re here to meet you exactly where you are. No bias, no stigma—just a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. We recognize that entering into the therapeutic process can be difficult and we're honored to walk alongside you on that journey toward healing and resilience.

Meet Our Staff

Deanna Williams MSW LICSW

Hello! I’m Deanna and I am so happy to meet you.

My journey to becoming a mental health professional started at a young age when I was born into a family with deep trauma and limited resources. Through my 10+ years working in the mental health field I have learned that a direct, "no bullshit" therapist is something that people long for. Especially one who can understand the challenges of mental illness, poverty, generational curses, and the ebbs and flows of real life.

I specialize in working with law enforcement, EMTs, adult children of addicts/alcoholics, severe and persistent mental illness, complex trauma histories and those living with addiction and/or in recovery. I have been a mental health professional and therapist for more than 5 years working with children, adults, couples and families.

My approach to therapy is centered around being authentic, providing education and responding with compassion for each of my clients and the unique path they find themselves on.


Hello! I'm Mike and I am so glad you're here. 

My work centers around creating a space where people feel seen, heard, and empowered. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating structural and interpersonal challenges—whether it’s tied to identity, trauma, relationships, or simply trying to find meaning in this chaotic world.

As a queer, non-binary person who also happens to be a therapist, I know how powerful it is to have a space where you can just show up as you are, free from shame, expectations or judgment. I bring values of decolonization, anti-racism, and social justice into my work as well as my everyday life and I strive to build a space where authenticity isn’t just welcomed—it’s celebrated.

You’re the expert in your own life. I’m not here to give you all the answers or tell you what to do, but rather walk alongside you as you define what healing and growth looks like for you. Whether you’re working through complex trauma, unpacking childhood adversity, or just needing someone to process life with, we’ll take it one step at a time—together.

Starting therapy is no small thing. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a huge first step in your commitment to yourself and I'd be honored to take that journey with you. 


Michael Grewatz MSW LGSW

FAQ

    • Medicaid

    • Optum

    • United Healthcare

    • Hennepin Health

    • MN Medical Assistance

    • UCare

    • BlueCross and BlueShield

    • HealthPartners

    • Psychotherapy, 45 min: $150

    • Psychotherapy, 53+ min: $175

    • Diagnostic Assessment: $250 - $300

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    • Family/Marital Therapy

    • Existential

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Person-Centered

    • Psychotherapy

    • Trauma Focused

Start Your Journey

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