Therapist profile
Kristin Petersen, LICSW
LICSW in Minnesota - Stress and Parenting
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- CBT methods
- Solution focused
- Client centered
About Kristin
Kristin Petersen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Minnesota with 13 years of clinical experience. She provides individual psychotherapy for adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, parenting strain, relationship difficulties, grief, sleep troubles, anger, self-esteem concerns, and related life changes.
Her work is interactive and reflective. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on practical steps people can try between meetings. Kristin combines straightforward conversation with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused methods. She also uses client-centered and narrative ideas to help people make sense of their experiences.
Kristin often helps people reduce distressing symptoms and build clearer coping strategies. This can include breaking down problems into smaller steps, testing changes in thinking or behavior, and identifying strengths to rely on during hard times. She pays attention to attachment issues, codependency, and the effects of trauma or substance use when those topics come up.
Her background includes nearly 13 years of providing individual and group psychotherapy in Minnesota. That work has included people managing mood disorders, ADHD, postpartum depression, and trauma related to abuse. She also supports those facing workplace stress, young adult transitions, and parenting challenges.
People who choose Kristin can expect a practical, respectful approach. She works with clients to set goals, review progress, and adjust plans as needed. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before scheduling a first appointment.
How sessions work
How Kristin blends approaches for online work
Kristin uses cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy as core tools. CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and helps people try small experiments to change patterns that cause distress. Solution-focused work concentrates on concrete goals and practical steps people can take now to feel better and manage parenting or relationship stresses.She also draws on client-centered and narrative ideas to listen for what matters in a person’s story. These approaches help people reframe events and recognize strengths. Choosing the right approach is collaborative - Kristin will discuss options and adapt methods to fit a client's needs, goals, and preferences during early sessions.
Confirm available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or remove the need to travel. The therapist will talk through scheduling, session length, and practical arrangements so meetings can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship strain, grief, sleep problems, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, and related issues.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is interactive and reflective. Sessions combine conversation with practical techniques from CBT, solution-focused work, and client-centered approaches.
How much clinical experience does Kristin have?
She has nearly 13 years of experience providing individual and group psychotherapy in Minnesota.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, MN LICSW, and is based in Minnesota.
Are sessions offered in any languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with scheduling a session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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