Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

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Eric Bender
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Eric brings a compassionate, collaborative, and fun approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. He strives to create a safe environment for clients to share their stories and learn more about themselves and their world. Eric encourages growth by providing tools to better understand emotions and the way they influence our daily lives. Eric completed his Master's degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. He has experience providing individual, family, and group therapy in adolescent day treatment, outpatient, and in­ home settings.
Eric brings a compassionate, collaborative, and fun approach to working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. He strives to create a safe environment for clients to share their stories and learn more about themselves and their world. Eric encourages growth by providing tools to better understand emotions and the way they influence our daily lives. Eric completed his Master's degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. He has experience providing individual, family, and group therapy in adolescent day treatment, outpatient, and in­ home settings.
(952) 260-2983 View (952) 260-2983
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Paradigm Psychotherapy, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Online Only
My primary goal is to help people feel effective in managing their mental health and building a life congruent with their values and goals. People come to me because they are feeling stuck and want a therapy that is active and brings about change in their daily lives and their functioning. They are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or personality patterns that are not serving them. I assist people in clearly defining their mental health problems and applying effective treatments. I help clients develop a clear idea of what to practice between sessions in order to meet therapy goals and grow beyond identified problems.
My primary goal is to help people feel effective in managing their mental health and building a life congruent with their values and goals. People come to me because they are feeling stuck and want a therapy that is active and brings about change in their daily lives and their functioning. They are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or personality patterns that are not serving them. I assist people in clearly defining their mental health problems and applying effective treatments. I help clients develop a clear idea of what to practice between sessions in order to meet therapy goals and grow beyond identified problems.
(612) 887-9454 View (612) 887-9454
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Margaret Peltier
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CSC
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55414
As an anxiety and OCD specialist, I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP (exposure) therapies to help you better manage your symptoms. I have extensive experience treating social anxiety, health anxiety, generalized anxiety, phobias, and every subtype of OCD. Depression, trauma, and other co-occurring disorders often exist alongside anxiety or OCD, and can be treated simultaneously. As an ASD specialist, I am also familiar with treatment modifications that could help neurodivergent clients approach their symptoms and manage them more effectively.
As an anxiety and OCD specialist, I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP (exposure) therapies to help you better manage your symptoms. I have extensive experience treating social anxiety, health anxiety, generalized anxiety, phobias, and every subtype of OCD. Depression, trauma, and other co-occurring disorders often exist alongside anxiety or OCD, and can be treated simultaneously. As an ASD specialist, I am also familiar with treatment modifications that could help neurodivergent clients approach their symptoms and manage them more effectively.
(651) 362-1653 View (651) 362-1653
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Mikayla Lash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Minneapolis, MN 55401
I do individual therapy with clients (17+). Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Feel like everyone else has a manual on life that you somehow missed? Maybe you can’t stop overthinking. Whether you want to understand yourself better, prioritize your needs more, or just need a safe space to vent, I am here to help you in a way that feels right for you. I bring lived experience as a bisexual AuDHD therapist. Outside of sessions, you’ll usually find me reading, bouldering, or going on walks outside. I often work with clients navigating autism, ADHD, polyamory/enm, people-pleasing patterns, trauma, and/or grief.
I do individual therapy with clients (17+). Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Feel like everyone else has a manual on life that you somehow missed? Maybe you can’t stop overthinking. Whether you want to understand yourself better, prioritize your needs more, or just need a safe space to vent, I am here to help you in a way that feels right for you. I bring lived experience as a bisexual AuDHD therapist. Outside of sessions, you’ll usually find me reading, bouldering, or going on walks outside. I often work with clients navigating autism, ADHD, polyamory/enm, people-pleasing patterns, trauma, and/or grief.
(651) 240-2852 View (651) 240-2852
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Dr. Sarah Durant
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, NCC, ACS
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Have you found yourself running into the same patterns over and over in relationships or in life? Perhaps therapy can help you to understand the root of these problems and make some meaningful changes. As a therapist, I provide a safe and compassionate environment where you can feel understood and supported, while offering current research-based treatment and psychoeducation related to your current goals for therapy. For more information about my practice and background, please see my website and send a message here or by email to contact me.
Have you found yourself running into the same patterns over and over in relationships or in life? Perhaps therapy can help you to understand the root of these problems and make some meaningful changes. As a therapist, I provide a safe and compassionate environment where you can feel understood and supported, while offering current research-based treatment and psychoeducation related to your current goals for therapy. For more information about my practice and background, please see my website and send a message here or by email to contact me.
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Elina Sargsyan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Minneapolis, MN 55401
In our work together, I hope to create a supportive space where emotions are not minimized or avoided, but explored and honored. I understand how difficult it can be to express feelings, especially those shaped by trauma, cultural expectations, or unspoken experiences. My goal is to meet each person exactly where they are. Whether you are just beginning to explore your inner world or feel overwhelmed by what’s already there, we will go at your pace, together.
In our work together, I hope to create a supportive space where emotions are not minimized or avoided, but explored and honored. I understand how difficult it can be to express feelings, especially those shaped by trauma, cultural expectations, or unspoken experiences. My goal is to meet each person exactly where they are. Whether you are just beginning to explore your inner world or feel overwhelmed by what’s already there, we will go at your pace, together.
(651) 650-2821 View (651) 650-2821
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Bethani Goodrum
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a laid back, queer, therapist who enjoys working with those who are facing challenges with sense of self, relationships/ family dynamics, or difficulties managing the stressors of anxiety or depression. Our past can impact how we view the world and ourselves and I aim to create a space that feels comfortable for you to gain clarity and insight into how your life has created your current experiences. For me, it's important to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-exploration and desire to better understand the complexities of what makes you, you. I enjoy working with young adults, adults, and LGBTQIA+ folks.
I'm a laid back, queer, therapist who enjoys working with those who are facing challenges with sense of self, relationships/ family dynamics, or difficulties managing the stressors of anxiety or depression. Our past can impact how we view the world and ourselves and I aim to create a space that feels comfortable for you to gain clarity and insight into how your life has created your current experiences. For me, it's important to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-exploration and desire to better understand the complexities of what makes you, you. I enjoy working with young adults, adults, and LGBTQIA+ folks.
(651) 615-9317 View (651) 615-9317
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Nora Halverson
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Waitlist for new clients
My mission as your therapist is to accompany you on your unique path to healing and self-discovery. I am here to listen, support, and empower you while also gently and respectfully encouraging you to step outside your comfort zone in service of your goals. I will encourage you in caring for all dimensions of you – mind, body, spirit, relationship. As a clinical psychologist, I offer therapy services for a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I specialize in providing trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual abuse and intimate partner violence.
My mission as your therapist is to accompany you on your unique path to healing and self-discovery. I am here to listen, support, and empower you while also gently and respectfully encouraging you to step outside your comfort zone in service of your goals. I will encourage you in caring for all dimensions of you – mind, body, spirit, relationship. As a clinical psychologist, I offer therapy services for a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I specialize in providing trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual abuse and intimate partner violence.
(612) 482-2773 View (612) 482-2773
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Val McGann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you find yourself holding it together on the outside while feeling anxious, burned out, or quietly self-critical on the inside? Many people I work with are deeply capable and responsible, yet feel emotionally exhausted from carrying pressure, expectations, and the sense that they should be doing better than they feel. You may be tired of overthinking, questioning yourself, or managing stress alone — and looking for therapy that helps you understand what’s happening beneath the surface, not just how to cope with it. I specialize in working with high-achieving adults who struggle with burnout, anxiety, and self-esteem concerns.
Do you find yourself holding it together on the outside while feeling anxious, burned out, or quietly self-critical on the inside? Many people I work with are deeply capable and responsible, yet feel emotionally exhausted from carrying pressure, expectations, and the sense that they should be doing better than they feel. You may be tired of overthinking, questioning yourself, or managing stress alone — and looking for therapy that helps you understand what’s happening beneath the surface, not just how to cope with it. I specialize in working with high-achieving adults who struggle with burnout, anxiety, and self-esteem concerns.
(952) 592-6495 View (952) 592-6495
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Kait Nolte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Are you feeling exhausted from just trying to survive? Feeling worn down by the various systems and institutions at play? Are you seeking connection and a space to show up fully? I’m Kait, a queer-identified, systems-focused therapist who works with other humans navigating their experiences of the world within the many contexts in which make up their reality. My perspective of mental health and wellbeing considers not only the immediate circumstances such as how your functioning in this moment; but the effects of historical trauma, systems, institutions and lived experiences that shape our relationships with ourselves and others.
Are you feeling exhausted from just trying to survive? Feeling worn down by the various systems and institutions at play? Are you seeking connection and a space to show up fully? I’m Kait, a queer-identified, systems-focused therapist who works with other humans navigating their experiences of the world within the many contexts in which make up their reality. My perspective of mental health and wellbeing considers not only the immediate circumstances such as how your functioning in this moment; but the effects of historical trauma, systems, institutions and lived experiences that shape our relationships with ourselves and others.
(651) 615-4657 View (651) 615-4657
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Rachel Hawkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a therapist who believes in the transformative power of therapy, I work alongside clients as they address problems big and small while balancing acceptance and change. I take a non-judgmental stance and strive to remain client-centered. I believe change takes place through our co-created relationship. With experience supporting clients with a wide range of symptoms, labels, and concerns I work to join clients on their journey to identify and achieve their therapeutic goals.
As a therapist who believes in the transformative power of therapy, I work alongside clients as they address problems big and small while balancing acceptance and change. I take a non-judgmental stance and strive to remain client-centered. I believe change takes place through our co-created relationship. With experience supporting clients with a wide range of symptoms, labels, and concerns I work to join clients on their journey to identify and achieve their therapeutic goals.
(952) 260-8144 View (952) 260-8144
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Solstice Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
We have current availability - email us to schedule a consultation call! If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, we are here to support you. Therapists at Solstice Therapy and Wellness will hold space, and collaborate with you to work towards meaningful change, improved self-care, healthy relationships, valued living, and more joy.
We have current availability - email us to schedule a consultation call! If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, we are here to support you. Therapists at Solstice Therapy and Wellness will hold space, and collaborate with you to work towards meaningful change, improved self-care, healthy relationships, valued living, and more joy.
(612) 482-2115 View (612) 482-2115
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Travis Mathias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Minneapolis, MN 55402
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and trauma. Racing thoughts, panic attacks, sleepless nights — anxiety and trauma can drain your energy and confidence. Together we will focus on what works: evidence-based tools to shift unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping, and rebuild trust in yourself. My goal is that you leave sessions feeling more capable, calm, and connected in your daily life. My first step is to understand you: what you've been carrying, how it affects your relationships, and what feels most urgent to change.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and trauma. Racing thoughts, panic attacks, sleepless nights — anxiety and trauma can drain your energy and confidence. Together we will focus on what works: evidence-based tools to shift unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen coping, and rebuild trust in yourself. My goal is that you leave sessions feeling more capable, calm, and connected in your daily life. My first step is to understand you: what you've been carrying, how it affects your relationships, and what feels most urgent to change.
(763) 230-0679 View (763) 230-0679
Lolita King-Bethel
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LICSW
Minneapolis, MN 55411
My ideal client is someone who has carried too much for too long and is finally ready to prioritize their own healing. They want a safe, culturally aware space to feel seen, understood, and supported. Their goals include healthier relationships, clear boundaries, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self. They seek therapy because they’re ready for real, meaningful change.
My ideal client is someone who has carried too much for too long and is finally ready to prioritize their own healing. They want a safe, culturally aware space to feel seen, understood, and supported. Their goals include healthier relationships, clear boundaries, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self. They seek therapy because they’re ready for real, meaningful change.
(763) 354-1550 View (763) 354-1550
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Emma Schneider
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Waitlist for new clients
As a human navigating this ever-changing world, it is my belief that we each hold knowledge, power, and peace within ourselves. However, it is fair to say that we don't always feel this way. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, shame, depression, life change, and trauma. My therapeutic goal is to hold space for you, support you, and help you enrich your life. I am committed to social justice and believe that systemic dynamics influence a person's mental health. I continually strive to have a validating space for all identities, and I advocate for anti-oppression on both community and systemic platforms.
As a human navigating this ever-changing world, it is my belief that we each hold knowledge, power, and peace within ourselves. However, it is fair to say that we don't always feel this way. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, shame, depression, life change, and trauma. My therapeutic goal is to hold space for you, support you, and help you enrich your life. I am committed to social justice and believe that systemic dynamics influence a person's mental health. I continually strive to have a validating space for all identities, and I advocate for anti-oppression on both community and systemic platforms.
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Sam Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Minneapolis, MN 55414
My approach is strength-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I strongly believe that treatment is most effective when it is collaborative, and clients are met where they are in their journey towards healing and recovery. I deeply respect client autonomy and believe your contributions are vital. Together we will build a strong therapeutic alliance to address the struggles and stressors that are present in your life.
My approach is strength-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I strongly believe that treatment is most effective when it is collaborative, and clients are met where they are in their journey towards healing and recovery. I deeply respect client autonomy and believe your contributions are vital. Together we will build a strong therapeutic alliance to address the struggles and stressors that are present in your life.
(612) 260-4350 View (612) 260-4350
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Jason Kell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55413
I’ve received my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Denver Seminary, and practice as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I specializes in therapies that work towards the healing of people who have experienced trauma and other stress-related disorders. I’m fully trained as an EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) therapist. Moreover, I have completed the Somatic Experiencing (Beginning I, II & III) training modules through the SE Trauma Institute focused on healing and restoration.
I’ve received my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Denver Seminary, and practice as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I specializes in therapies that work towards the healing of people who have experienced trauma and other stress-related disorders. I’m fully trained as an EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) therapist. Moreover, I have completed the Somatic Experiencing (Beginning I, II & III) training modules through the SE Trauma Institute focused on healing and restoration.
(763) 878-7568 View (763) 878-7568
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New Hope Psychology Center
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Online Only
Are you wondering how past traumatic events are impacting your life? Would you like to heal from childhood trauma? Or, do you describe yourself as angry and resentful and want to manage your emotions more healthily? Or, do you need to feel understood and not judged? If any of these scenarios describe you, you need a safe space to fully express all aspects of what you are experiencing to find emotional well-being.
Are you wondering how past traumatic events are impacting your life? Would you like to heal from childhood trauma? Or, do you describe yourself as angry and resentful and want to manage your emotions more healthily? Or, do you need to feel understood and not judged? If any of these scenarios describe you, you need a safe space to fully express all aspects of what you are experiencing to find emotional well-being.
(952) 592-8578 View (952) 592-8578
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Davida Thompson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, LCDC, CCTP
Online Only
Anxiety and trauma are powerful forces that shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world. While good anxiety helps us perform at our best, too much anxiety can be crippling and hold us back from the life we desire to live. Everyone has encounters with trauma and anxiety on some level—so the real question is, "Is how is it affecting your life today? Some people learn to manage anxiety or recover from trauma with time, but most get stuck in some area of their life. If you find yourself feeling stuck or dissatisfied with an area of your life, I want to help you gain the tools to strive to live the life you were meant to live!
Anxiety and trauma are powerful forces that shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world. While good anxiety helps us perform at our best, too much anxiety can be crippling and hold us back from the life we desire to live. Everyone has encounters with trauma and anxiety on some level—so the real question is, "Is how is it affecting your life today? Some people learn to manage anxiety or recover from trauma with time, but most get stuck in some area of their life. If you find yourself feeling stuck or dissatisfied with an area of your life, I want to help you gain the tools to strive to live the life you were meant to live!
(612) 482-4475 View (612) 482-4475
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Anna Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping adults & couples navigate mental health concerns and life stressors including family dynamics, trauma, co-parenting, sexual health, intimacy, self-worth, and attachment. I also work with First Responders navigating trauma and work/life balance stressors. I work with couples to build communication skills and bring true intentions to light and with individuals seeking to learn more about their pasts and future.
I am passionate about helping adults & couples navigate mental health concerns and life stressors including family dynamics, trauma, co-parenting, sexual health, intimacy, self-worth, and attachment. I also work with First Responders navigating trauma and work/life balance stressors. I work with couples to build communication skills and bring true intentions to light and with individuals seeking to learn more about their pasts and future.
(612) 712-1889 View (612) 712-1889

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Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists
How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.

What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.

How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.

How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.