Kristin Petersen

Kristin Petersen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and mood concerns. She has nearly 13 years of experience providing individual and group psychotherapy and offers a calm, respectful presence for people who are nervous about starting therapy.

Her work focuses on practical steps that reduce symptoms and build better coping skills. She listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people set clear, realistic goals. Kristin aims to make sessions interactive so clients leave with something they can try between meetings.

Kristin combines several approaches to match each person’s needs. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She draws on client-centered methods to keep the work grounded in each person’s values and goals. Trauma-Focused Therapy is part of her practice for people dealing with trauma and abuse histories.

Sessions often include problem-solving, skill practice, and planning for real-life situations. Kristin also uses motivational interviewing and narrative therapy tools to address substance use, ambivalence about change, and the stories people tell about themselves.

She understands that asking for help takes courage and that change can feel uncomfortable. Kristin works at a steady pace so people can build confidence and notice progress over time.

How Kristin's Approaches Translate to Online Work

Kristin uses Trauma-Focused Therapy to support people processing abuse and traumatic events, helping them name difficult memories and practice new ways of coping. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which centers each person's goals and values and keeps the conversation focused on what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kristin will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That process can include trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting as progress is made.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into busy days by removing commute time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use video or phone options depending on what feels most comfortable and practical for their situation.