Lakeview Behavioral Health

Lakeview Behavioral Health Hibbing, MN 55746;
Grand Rapids, MN 55744; Brainerd, MN 56401; Duluth, MN 55802

Psychiatric Services
Psychological Services
Chemical Dependency Services
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Medication Management
Medication-Assisted Treatment

Help us welcome Jessie Richards, to the Lakeview team!Jessie is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practi...
06/10/2026

Help us welcome Jessie Richards, to the Lakeview team!

Jessie is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management across the
lifespan. Bringing more than 16 years of healthcare experience, she blends a calm,
patient-centered approach with an unwavering commitment to high-quality care. She
earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Dakota and
completed advanced clinical training at Aris Clinic, specializing in individualized
treatment plans for mood, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Her robust clinical
background includes roles as an acute care Charge Nurse and a Combat Medic in the Minnesota Army National Guard. As a Grand Rapids native, Jessie is proud to return home to deliver holistic, evidence-based mental health care to her local community. Outside of work, she enjoys fishing, boating, swimming, and walking the dogs with her husband and children.

Welcome to the team Jessie!

Help us welcome Athen Waddell to the Lakeview team!Athen holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences from the University of Minn...
06/09/2026

Help us welcome Athen Waddell to the Lakeview team!

Athen holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences from the University of Minnesota Rochester and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of South Dakota.

Athen’s experience and background in human development and client-centered care drives her to provide appropriate and motivated services to her clients through a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Some of these include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy(DBT), Acceptance and Comittment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy. Athen also values practices involving the mind-body connection in her work.

As Licensed Graduate Social Worker- Temporary Licsense with the state of Minnesota, Athen is currently working towards her Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work license. In her free time, Athen enjoys spending time with her husband and two cats, camping, birdwatching, and cooking.

Welcome to the team Athen!

Healing isn’t always found in big moments.Sometimes it’s found in stillness, fresh air, and taking a step outside.
06/08/2026

Healing isn’t always found in big moments.
Sometimes it’s found in stillness, fresh air, and taking a step outside.

Help us welcome Quinten Colsen to the Lakeview team! Quinten was born in Wiesbaden, Germany and moved to Minnesota in 19...
06/03/2026

Help us welcome Quinten Colsen to the Lakeview team!

Quinten was born in Wiesbaden, Germany and moved to Minnesota in 1993. He received his Business Management degree from Central Lakes College through The college of St. Scholastica in Duluth. He has over 20 years in Hotel Management and in 2024 decided to change his focus to healthcare . He has a son, two grandsons and a granddaughter (on the way).

Welcome to the team Quinten!

As we head into summer, here’s your gentle reminder to take care of your mental health too. ☀️Get outside when you can.D...
06/01/2026

As we head into summer, here’s your gentle reminder to take care of your mental health too. ☀️

Get outside when you can.
Drink the water.
Rest when you need it.
Take breaks from the noise.
Spend time with people who make you feel like yourself.

Summer doesn’t have to be “perfect” to be meaningful.

Healing and mental wellness rarely look perfect.Often, it’s found in small choices, quiet moments, and giving yourself a...
05/28/2026

Healing and mental wellness rarely look perfect.
Often, it’s found in small choices, quiet moments, and giving yourself a little more grace than usual.

Be gentle with yourself today 💚

05/26/2026

Stress and anxiety can look a lot alike — but they’re not always the same thing.

One may come from the pressure around us.
The other can linger quietly beneath the surface.

Understanding the difference can help us better support ourselves and the people around us. 💚

If something’s been weighing on you, we’re here to help. Lakeview Behavioral Health offers same-day comprehensive assess...
05/20/2026

If something’s been weighing on you, we’re here to help. Lakeview Behavioral Health offers same-day comprehensive assessments available so you can get started sooner.

Care that meets you where you are. Call 218-327-2001 to get started.

Being a mom can be beautiful, and overwhelming. If you’re feeling stretched thin, you’re not alone.Taking care of your m...
05/18/2026

Being a mom can be beautiful, and overwhelming. If you’re feeling stretched thin, you’re not alone.

Taking care of your mental health is part of taking care of your family, too.

From lake towns to city streets, support is closer than you think. With multiple locations across northern Minnesota, ge...
05/13/2026

From lake towns to city streets, support is closer than you think. With multiple locations across northern Minnesota, getting the care you need shouldn’t feel out of reach! In-person or from the comfort of home, Lakeview is here for you.

218-327-2001 | www.lakeviewbh.com

Address

516 South Pokegama Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN
55744

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18663275253

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