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Dee brings over 30 years of experience in academic, industrial, governmental and social services. Dee has directed treatment for chronic pain and specialized in marriage and the family, Dee has additional specialties in overcoming fear and anxiety, coping with stress, lifting depression, divorce prevention and building positive families.  Dee began her career as an educator. Later, she served on the advisory committee for Special Education to the Duluth School Board, and served as a board member for United Cerebral Palsy. Dee continues to serve on the Interagency Early Intervention Committee for families. Walt and Dee are pleased to have combined their 35+ years of clinical training and 35 years of marriage, with personal training by Dr. John Gray to bring a Couples Counseling Center to Minnesota.

Kim has been in practice for over 13 years and enjoys working with a broad variety of patients of all ages. She strives to individualize therapy to fit each patient’s unique needs. Dr. Schmidt competed her predoctoral internship in the Hawaiian Islands where she had the opportunity to receive specialized training in working with cross-cultural patients and post traumatic stress disorder. Additional specialties include sexual abuse, women’s issues, psychological evaluations, hypnosis and crisis intervention.

Jonathan Beyer, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist

Jonathan has been a Licensed Psychologist since 1992.  He has enjoyed working with a diverse population and recently returned to the Duluth area from Bemidji , Minnesota where he worked in a community mental health center.    In 2000, Jonathan received his Doctoral degree from Walden University in Clinical Psychology.  Although he specializes in conducting clinical assessments and forensic evaluations, he also enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults in therapy.  Although a generalist, he specializes in working with couples and families with special needs children and/or couples experiencing marital problems.  Jonathan has worked at Northwood Children’s Services, the Archdeacon Gilfillan Center , and the Northwest Minnesota Juvenile Center before joining the clinical staff at APC.  He has worked in day treatment settings, with school psychologists, and probation officers to help youth and their families address difficult issues.  Jonathan does conduct evaluations to rule out learning disabilities, attention disorders, and other developmental delays.  He has worked with school professionals and parents to help establish Individualized Educational Programs and 504 plans.  Jonathan also specializes in mood disorders, chemical abuse and dependency, as well as chronic pain, and anger management.  On a lighter note, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.  He enjoys many outdoor activities that include cross- country skiing, running, and hunting. 

Dr. ElizaBeth Carver, Psy. D., Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Carver has had a variety of experiences working with diverse clients in a multitude of settings – schools, inpatient mental health hospitals, outpatient mental health centers, hospitals, neonatal care units, correctional settings, and group homes. She served as the clinical director of the residential and day treatment programs at Northwood Children's Services for 4 ½ years, treating individuals aged 2 years to 18 years. Her early training included specialization in play therapy, attachment, sexual abuse, trauma, early childhood development and psychological assessment for children, adolescents and adults. She has also had extensive experience in toddler and preschool assessment/intervention and parent education. Dr. Carver’s warm and receptive manner compliments her strong reliance on a collaborative approach with clients in order to guide them through the therapeutic process. Areas of interest include stress management, skill building, coping strategies, and relaxation training.

Dr. Julianne Davis, Psy. D., Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Davis has practiced as a licensed psychologist in Kansas and Iowa, where she was most recently Clinic Director of a mental health center.  Dr. Davis brings experience in consultation, assessment, and individual therapy to APC.  Dr. Davis works with adult clients who are experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, and adjustment problems, as well as with adults struggling with thought disorders and chemical dependency.  Assessments offered by Dr. Davis include bariatric surgery evaluations, disability assessments, court-ordered evaluations for parenting capacity and probation, and diagnostic evaluations. Dr. Davis has provided consultation services to hospital units, chemical dependency treatment centers, and residential facilities for adults with chronic mental illnesses.  In addition to her clinical work here at APC she is also providing counseling services for the Women's Bethel Work Release Program.  She is available to provide training and to facilitate group supervision or staffing for treatment facilities. 

Dr Davis joined Arrowhead Psychological Clinic, P.A. in 2007 and has prompt appointments available.

Beth Berg, M.A., Psyhchotherapist
Amber Hilgart, MEq., Doctoral Intern
Jon Aligada, MEq., Doctoral Intern

jhaugdahl@mnpsych.com