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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW (she, her)

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1833 3Rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303
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1833 3Rd Ave Anoka, MN 55303

Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (763) 335-1276
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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Kara is particularly passionate about supporting individuals coping with trauma and its long-lasting effects. She works closely with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with PTSD and trauma-related challenges, helping them process and heal from their experiences. In addition, Kara specializes in childhood behavior issues, providing structured, empathetic support for children and families to address behavioral concerns, improve coping skills, and develop healthier communication patterns.
Her expertise also extends to working with clients who experience anxiety and depression, providing effective treatment strategies to reduce symptoms and improve emotional regulation.
In her work, Kara employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including CBT and DBT, both of which are proven to help clients challenge unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical coping strategies.
Take the first step to help. Call or Kara Engebretson now - (763) 335-1276

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

1833 3Rd Ave

Anoka, MN 55303 map

(763) 335-1276
My website
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
LifeStance Health offers high-quality, evidence-based mental healthcare.
Kara Engebretson
Let's Connect (763) 335-1276
Photo of Kara Engebretson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

1833 3Rd Ave

Anoka, MN 55303 map

(763) 335-1276
My website
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
LifeStance Health offers high-quality, evidence-based mental healthcare.
Kara Engebretson

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
  • Northwell Direct
  • Optum
  • Partners Direct Health
  • Provider Network of America (P
  • Quest
  • Sana Benefits
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
or call with questions - (763) 335-1276
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We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
Photo of Kara Engebretson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
or call with questions - (763) 335-1276

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 24532 Kara Engebretson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended St. Cloud State University, MSW, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Simpson College BA / 2013
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (763) 335-1276
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (763) 335-1276

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Autism
  • Child
  • Family Conflict
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (763) 335-1276
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (763) 335-1276

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Preteen
Teen
Adults

I also speak

English

Age

Toddler
Preteen
Teen
Adults

I also speak

English

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Couples/Marital Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (763) 335-1276
Photo of Kara Engebretson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (763) 335-1276

Location

Primary Location

LifeStance Health

1833 3Rd Ave

Anoka, MN 55303

(763) 335-1276

Nearby Areas

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Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Photo of Kara Engebretson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (763) 335-1276
"
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Photo of Kara Engebretson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Kara Engebretson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (763) 335-1276