About

Cindy Rurup, LISW, provides virtual mental health counseling to patients of all ages.

Rurup brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach to her practice. “I believe in helping others recognize their potential and maximize their strengths,” Rurup said. “My professional experience includes working with sexual assault survivors, domestic abuse perpetrators, individuals facing food insecurity or housing instability, and those healing from trauma. I also have experience with a wide range of mental health diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and trauma-related disorders.”

Rurup’s approach to therapy emphasizes the power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit. She is dedicated to cultivating healthier thought patterns and behaviors to strengthen individuals’ sense of self and relationships. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Minnesota and previously worked at Mercy Behavioral Services, Hancock County Health System and Central Rivers Area Education Agency.

Services & Specialities

  • Behavioral and Mental Health
  • Anxiety
  • Counseling
  • Depression
  • Family/Couples Therapy
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorder
  • Social Work
  • Telemedicine
  • Trauma
  • Virtual Visits

Certifications & Education

Master of Social Work

  • University of Minnesota

We are currently accepting nominations year-round. The 2025 DAISY award will be announced during Nurses Week in early May.

Mitchell County Regional Health Center is proud to honor its outstanding nurses with the DAISY Award — an international program that celebrates skilled, compassionate nurses who provide care to patients and families every day.

The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award was established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who died at 33 of an autoimmune disease. The Barnes family was awestruck by the clinical skills and compassion of the nurses who cared for Patrick, so they created this award to say thank-you to nurses everywhere.

DAISY Award Recipients:

NOMINATE A NURSE FOR THE 2025 DAISY AWARD

Anyone can nominate a nurse — patients, family members, visitors, physicians, staff members and volunteers — by sharing a story of the outstanding care the nurse provided.

The DAISY Award committee selects one nurse who exemplifies the following characteristics:

  • Established a special connection with a patient/family
  • Has significantly made a difference in the life of a patient
  • Shows empathy in all situations
  • Is an outstanding role model for the nursing profession
  • Generates enthusiasm and energy towards meeting the challenges of nursing
  • Consistently exhibits excellent interpersonal skills
  • Exemplifies the essence of professional nursing in all activities

The DAISY Award recipient will be recognized at a public ceremony and will receive a DAISY Award certificate, a DAISY Award lapel pin and a hand-carved stone sculpture titled A Healer’s Touch.

To nominate a nurse, please fill out the form below.