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Best for: frequent check-ins via messaging
Ways to connect: messaging + live sessions
Notes: great if you like consistent async support

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Elk River YMCA

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • 13337 Business Ctr Dr, Elk River, MN 55330
  • Adult Day Programs
  • After-School / Community Activities

About Elk River YMCA

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2. How much is this affecting your day-to-day life?
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About Elk River YMCA

At Elk River YMCA, we provide a wide range of fitness and community-building services and programs, including swim lessons, group exercise classes, and personal training. With a gym membership, you’ll have access to our family-friendly amenities, such as aquatics with a whirlpool, indoor pool, waterslide, sauna, and outdoor splash pad, a basketball court, free weights, and cardio machines. Come and join us to experience our dedicated and welcoming staff and take advantage of all that we have to offer!

Is online therapy actually effective?
Research shows that for many issues—such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties—online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. What often matters most is finding a therapist you connect with and staying consistent over time.
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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Is online therapy private and secure?
Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

Closed all day

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/21/2026 1:20 pm

Languages

  • English

Have questions?

Contact Phone number is (763) 230-2800.
https://www.ymcanorth.org

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