Specialized Care. Deep Clinical Roots.
Mind Matters was founded on the belief that individuals and families deserve access to the highest level of neuropsychological and psychological care without significant barriers.
Why Mind Matters Exists
For years, the pathway to specialized mental health care has been congested with significant barriers. We believe that timely evaluation and treatment changes outcomes. By operating as a community-based practice, Mind Matters removes the barriers oftentimes encountered in larger scaled organizations.
Our Core Mission
Board-certified expertise in a warm, non-clinical setting.
The Meaning Behind Our Logo
The Mind Matters logo depicts a dove with a heart at its center and four rays of color underneath it. In many traditions, the dove is a symbol of faith, hope, and love — qualities that reflect the spirit in which our work is carried out. The heart at the center represents steadfast compassion, a guiding presence in our group.
The four rays denote the dove moving forward and upward. Each color reflects the experiences and emotions of the individuals and families we serve:
- Purple — distress or struggle
- Red — courage and wisdom
- Green — ongoing growth
- White — joy and triumph
Together, these elements express the movement from challenge to resilience and ultimately to flourishing — the heart of what Mind Matters strives to support.
Meet Dr. Mike Zaccariello
PhD · LP · ABPP · LTC USAR (RET)
Dr. Mike Zaccariello is Southeast Minnesota's only community-based, board-certified clinical neuropsychologist — the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) designation representing the highest standard of professional certification in the field.
With over 70 years of combined clinical experience across the practice, Dr. Zaccariello's team brings expertise in pediatric neuropsychological assessment, ADHD evaluation, learning differences, autism spectrum disorder, and complex medical and neurological conditions.
Dr. Zaccariello helped develop the pediatric neuropsychology practice at Mayo Clinic, Rochester and developed the pediatric neuropsychology postdoctoral training program. He was a Staff Consultant at Mayo Clinic for 17 years. Dr. Zaccariello has trained and worked in the mental health field for over 30 years as a case manager and providing adult psychotherapy with both civilians and military service members.
Dr. Zaccariello founded Mind Matters to address a critical gap in healthcare — the oftentimes extremely long-faced waitlists families and individuals face to get neuropsychological and psychological services. His goal: board-certified expertise by providing clarity, direction, and hope, empowering families and individuals to grow, heal, and thrive.
A retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, Dr. Zaccariello brings discipline, mission focus, and a deep respect for service members and their families to his clinical practice. As a Catholic Deacon, Dr. Zaccariello staunchly believes in the sanctity and value of everyone.
Meet Kim Bailey
MS School Psychology · Psychometrist
Kim Bailey has been a Psychometrist for a mere 25 years and counting. She has specialized in both child and adult testing while also coordinating a multitude of research studies that require cognitive testing. Prior to finding her niche in psychological assessment, she worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant in various settings.
In her free time, Kim is also a strong supporter and volunteer within the Special Olympics community. Recognizing the need for better support for individuals with ADHD/EF challenges, she continues to pursue additional education and certifications in special needs athletic training and ADHD/EF coaching using movement-based activities.
Meet Tara Kuehn-Garteski
MS Psychology · Psychometrist
Tara Kuehn-Garteski holds a Master of Science in Psychology and is a psychometrist specializing in the administration and scoring of neuropsychological and psychological assessments. With more than 30 years of professional experience, she has worked extensively with children across home-based ABA therapy, school settings supporting students with disabilities, and clinical environments providing pediatric neuropsychological evaluations.
Her broad experience with diverse populations has equipped her with the ability to adapt to each child's unique needs in the testing environment. Tara is dedicated to meeting children where they are emotionally, mentally, and physically, creating a warm, supportive atmosphere that encourages their best performance. She is passionate about delivering high quality, accurate assessments that help reveal each child's individual strengths and the roadmap for how they can thrive.
What We Believe
Clarity
Where science meets humanity, where clarity leads to confidence and where every mind truly matters.
Precision
Evaluation reports are not just documents. Diagnoses are not just labels. They are tools for understanding, direction, and growth.
Accessibility
Efficient scheduling without the hurdles oftentimes encountered in larger organizations.
Partnership
People work directly with a specialist-not rotating staff or large institutional systems.
"Mind Matters delivers compassionate, high-fidelity pediatric neuropsychological evaluations, ADHD/Executive Function coaching, and adult psychotherapy. Our services provide children, families, and individuals with clear, actionable insight into their strengths, challenges, and path forward. As the region's only community-based practice led by a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, we combine advanced testing and treatment, deep clinical expertise, and compassionate care to help individuals become the best versions of themselves."
Why Families Choose Mind Matters
We are here to help you find clarity, direction, and hope.
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