Where every person is seen, heard, and supported.

Compassionate Counseling in Sioux Falls That Bridges the Gaps in Care

At Linking the Gap Counseling, we provide judgment-free mental health support that meets people where they are. Many individuals face barriers, long waitlists, or services that don’t understand their experiences. We exist to bridge those gaps. Our licensed therapists offer accessible, individualized counseling—combining trauma-informed care, addiction support, mental health therapy, and specialized services for youth, adults, and families—so every person feels seen, heard, and supported on their path to healing.

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Our Services

We provide accessible, compassionate support for individuals who have felt overlooked or misunderstood elsewhere. Our licensed therapists deliver evidence-based, person-centered care designed to meet each client’s unique needs. Whether you're navigating addiction, trauma, mental health concerns, or major life challenges, we walk with you every step of the way.

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In-Person and Telehealth Options

We are located in Sioux Falls and offer a comfortable, private space for in-person sessions. If coming into the office feels difficult or doesn’t work for your routine, we also offer secure telehealth services so you can receive support from wherever you are across South Dakota.

A Different Kind of Counseling Experience

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    Client-Centered Care

    Your story, experiences, and goals guide everything we do. Rather than telling you what to do, our therapists listen deeply and walk alongside you, offering support that respects your autonomy and lived experience.

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    Flexible Scheduling

    We understand that life doesn’t always allow for long waitlists. That’s why we offer short-notice appointments and flexible timing options—so you can receive help when you need it most.

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    Community-Focused & Collaborative

    As a community-driven organization, we collaborate with local partners, families, and support systems to connect clients with the resources they need for stability, safety, and long-term success.

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    Licensed, Specialized Therapists

    Our counselors bring extensive training across mental health, social work, addiction, eating disorders, intellectual disabilities, EMDR, trauma-informed care, and technology addiction. You receive evidence-based support grounded in compassion and expertise.

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    Barrier-Free, Judgment-Free Support

    We specialize in helping those who have felt overlooked, misunderstood, or turned away elsewhere. Every person is welcomed with respect, dignity, and understanding—no matter their background or challenges.

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    Individualized Support

    No two people share the same journey. Our team creates personalized treatment plans tailored to your needs, strengths, and pace, ensuring you always feel seen, valued, and supported.

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    Holistic Approach to Healing

    We support the whole person—emotional, physical, social, and environmental needs—through trauma-informed practices, mindful therapies, and a focus on connection and belonging.

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    Accessible, Stigma-Free Care

    We work to remove the common barriers that prevent people from seeking help by offering inclusive services, trauma-aware staff, and a welcoming space for all identities and life experiences.

Our Team, Your Support

  • Nikki Roth, experienced trauma, addiction, and dual diagnosis therapist in Sioux Falls providing holistic and person-centered mental health care.

    Nikki Roth, MA, LPC-MH, LAC, LPCC, CCTP, QMHP

    Nikki specializes in trauma, dual diagnosis, addiction, and eating disorders with 26+ years of experience. She uses multiple modalities, holistic wellness, and person-centered care for adolescents and adults.

  • Jen Walker, licensed therapist in Sioux Falls specializing in intellectual and developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis, trauma, and family support.

    Jennifer (Jen) Walker, MSW, LCSW-PIP, QMHP, NADD-CC

    Jen specializes in IDD, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, trauma, and adolescent/adult mental health. With lived caregiver experience and multiple-modality training (including EMDR), she creates deeply supportive, inclusive, and community-focused care.

  • Amanda Boer, holistic and integrative therapist in Sioux Falls offering EMDR, mindfulness, and mind-body approaches for trauma and nervous system healing.

    Amanda Boer, QMHP, MSW, LCSW, RYT-200, Reiki Master

    Amanda blends EMDR, Brainspotting, mindfulness, hypnosis, somatics, and holistic healing. She supports trauma, medical stress, spirituality, ADHD/AuDHD, LGBTQ+ clients, and nervous system regulation through an integrative mind-body-spirit approach.

  • Mason Kennedy, child and family therapist in Sioux Falls specializing in play therapy, foster and adoptive families, anxiety, and emotional development.

    Mason Kennedy, M.A. (Under Supervision)

    Mason works with children, teens, families, and dads—specializing in play based therapy, adoption/foster care, IDD, FASD, anxiety, depression, and first responder mental health. He offers a warm, strengths-based, connection-focused style.

  • Annika Allen, therapist in Sioux Falls supporting teens and adults with anxiety, burnout, identity, and life transitions through a person-centered approach.

    Annika Allen (Under Supervision)

    Annika works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, identity, and self-worth. She uses person-centered, strengths-based, and integrative approaches including mindfulness and narrative work to support clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.

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