About Nystrom & Associates

Who We Are

With over three decades serving patients, Nystrom & Associates is one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the country. We are on a mission to empower people to be the best version of themselves by providing therapy, psychiatry, substance use and a variety of other services for adults, children, couples, and families.

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Our Beliefs

  • Every person is valuable and worthy of kindness, love, and compassion.
  • Profound change is possible.
  • By meeting people where they are and engaging them with dignity, we help individuals deal with life’s challenges.
  • It takes courage and vulnerability to make changes in one’s life.
  • It is a privilege and honor to share this journey.

Our Vision

We are striving for a world in which focusing on your mental wellbeing is recognized as a strength, getting help is easy, and every person is seen as valuable, with unique gifts.


Our Values

Our values guide our actions and we operate from a place of HOPE: humility, optimism, people-centered, ethical practice.


Our Reach

We serve more than 100,000 patients through approximately 1 million patient encounters annually. Our team of nearly 2,000 includes over 1,000 clinical staff with expertise and specialties that span the gamut of behavioral health services and other supports.


Services & Programs

  • Therapy
  • Psychiatry
  • Substance Use Treatment
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Psychological Testing (including ADHD)
  • Community-based services

Where We’re Located

  • 60+ locations in five states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.
  • In-person and virtual options.
  • We accept most commercial and state insurance.

Ensuring Equal Access to Care

  • We accept all insurance plans, including Medical Assistance (MA), Medicare, and various public and private pay options. This ensures equal access to our services, no matter your insurance coverage. A reduced rate for private pay patients is also available.
  • Nobody will be denied services due to their inability to pay. A discounted/sliding scale fee schedule is available, based on family size and income. Everyone can get the care they need, regardless of their financial situation.
  • To verify your insurance or ask about payment options, call our Intake Coordinators at 651-628-9566.

Investing in Communities

  • We are committed to making a difference in our communities and industry, and participate in many organizations and events, including:
American Psychiatric Association
American Psychological Association
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness
Saint Paul Walk for Recovery
Twin Cities Pride Festival
  • In addition, our dedicated experts spend time at the local and national level, shaping policy, educating others on behavioral health issues, and volunteering with various nonprofits and advocacy organizations
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