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Kristin Petersen, LICSW

  • Experience13 years
  • LocationMinnesota
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Kristin

Kristin Petersen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota who brings 13 years of clinical experience to her practice.

Background and approach

She works with adults facing a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, trauma and abuse, and related issues like grief, relationship struggles, sleep problems, and workplace stress. Her manner is interactive and reflective, grounded in respect and compassion.

Kristin integrates cognitive behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, and client-centered principles to help clients identify patterns, set achievable goals, and build practical coping skills. She draws on motivational and narrative elements when useful to support change and meaning-making.

Kristin aims to collaborate with each person to develop a tailored plan that reduces distress and strengthens healthy routines. She acknowledges the courage involved in seeking help and offers steady support through the challenges of change, with the goal of fostering greater well-being and increased resilience.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy



Kristin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood dysregulation. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, emphasizing a respectful, nonjudgmental stance that helps clients explore their priorities and build self-directed coping skills. In many cases she incorporates Motivational Interviewing techniques to support readiness for change and strengthen commitment to treatment goals.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kristin works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and will adjust methods over time so the work stays practical and relevant. Clients can expect shared decision making about which strategies to try and how progress will be measured.

Online formats make it possible to use these evidence-informed methods across video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, let clients engage from familiar environments, and support ongoing skill practice between sessions while maintaining continuity of care with licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, relationship and parenting challenges, grief, sleep difficulties, and career or workplace problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is interactive and reflective, blending client-centered care with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques to help clients set goals and build coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kristin has provided individual and group psychotherapy for 13 years, working across a variety of mental health and substance-related concerns.
What credentials and location are associated with this therapist?
She holds the LICSW credential and is listed as MN LICSW 21218 practicing in Minnesota.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Kristin offers a variety of remote options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCodependencyDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameImpulsivityMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Minnesota

Languages

English

What Kristin can help with

Kristin Petersen works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and depression.

Kristin works with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

How Kristin approaches therapy

Kristin's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Kristin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Minnesota, with 13 years of clinical experience.