Therapists for Adults in Saint Paul, MN

Morgan Boeltl: Adults, Trauma
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55114
I am a biracial female therapist who loves working with adult individuals who are ready to prioritize their mental health.
I am in-network with Aetna, BCBS, Anthem, Ucare, Medicaid/Medical Assistance, HealthPartners PMAP/Commercial, Medical PMAP, Hennepin Health, PreferredOne, and Medica/Optum/UMR/UHC Commercial policies. I also have private pay options if you do not wish to use insurance or want to bill for out of network.
I am a biracial female therapist who loves working with adult individuals who are ready to prioritize their mental health.
I am in-network with Aetna, BCBS, Anthem, Ucare, Medicaid/Medical Assistance, HealthPartners PMAP/Commercial, Medical PMAP, Hennepin Health, PreferredOne, and Medica/Optum/UMR/UHC Commercial policies. I also have private pay options if you do not wish to use insurance or want to bill for out of network.
(651) 615-9144 View (651) 615-9144
Adriana Ines Pena
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Saint Paul, MN 55110
I am a therapist pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, complex trauma, narcissistic abuse, relationship challenges, and other life transitions.
You can start your healing journey today! I integrate evidence-based approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Brainspotting, yoga-informed practices, and expressive arts such as painting, music, and movement to support healing and personal growth.
I am a therapist pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, complex trauma, narcissistic abuse, relationship challenges, and other life transitions.
You can start your healing journey today! I integrate evidence-based approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Brainspotting, yoga-informed practices, and expressive arts such as painting, music, and movement to support healing and personal growth.
(651) 858-2896 View (651) 858-2896
Jonathan Sosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55105
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a bilingual therapist and licensed clinical social worker, LICSW, LCSW. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, attachment disruptions, past traumatic or adverse experiences, low self-esteem & grief/loss. I offer immigration evaluations for VAWA, U-Visa, Asylum, and Hardship Waiver cases. And specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with an emphasis on neurodevelopment.
I’m a bilingual therapist and licensed clinical social worker, LICSW, LCSW. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, attachment disruptions, past traumatic or adverse experiences, low self-esteem & grief/loss. I offer immigration evaluations for VAWA, U-Visa, Asylum, and Hardship Waiver cases. And specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with an emphasis on neurodevelopment.
(612) 324-2836 View (612) 324-2836
Adam Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Waitlist for new clients
I possess over 10 years of experience in a variety of professional and volunteer contexts supporting children, adolescents, adults, and the aging.
Clients seeing me will benefit from developing insight into their strengths, a fostering (or improvement) of personal accountability, and nuanced treatment specific to each person. I offer nonjudgmental support to people experiencing a variety of concerns, and I integrate humor (when appropriate), empathy, and openness into each of my sessions. Clients can also expect knowledge of neurobiological functioning, family systems awareness, and a trauma informed lens to be threaded throughout my practice.
I possess over 10 years of experience in a variety of professional and volunteer contexts supporting children, adolescents, adults, and the aging.
Clients seeing me will benefit from developing insight into their strengths, a fostering (or improvement) of personal accountability, and nuanced treatment specific to each person. I offer nonjudgmental support to people experiencing a variety of concerns, and I integrate humor (when appropriate), empathy, and openness into each of my sessions. Clients can also expect knowledge of neurobiological functioning, family systems awareness, and a trauma informed lens to be threaded throughout my practice.
(651) 538-2943 View (651) 538-2943
Kristin Petersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering support for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
I’m so glad you’re here! Prioritizing your mental health and overall wellness is one of the most important steps you can take toward a happier, more balanced life. I strive to create a nonjudgmental, compassionate space where you feel understood and empowered to take steps toward each person’s needs and experiences are unique, I adapt my approach to fit what will best support you. I integrate therapeutic approaches to best fit the individual. It is truly an honor to walk alongside my clients in their most vulnerable moments, and I never take that privilege for granted. Book directly at www.headway.co/providers/kristin-petersen
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, offering support for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
I’m so glad you’re here! Prioritizing your mental health and overall wellness is one of the most important steps you can take toward a happier, more balanced life. I strive to create a nonjudgmental, compassionate space where you feel understood and empowered to take steps toward each person’s needs and experiences are unique, I adapt my approach to fit what will best support you. I integrate therapeutic approaches to best fit the individual. It is truly an honor to walk alongside my clients in their most vulnerable moments, and I never take that privilege for granted. Book directly at www.headway.co/providers/kristin-petersen
(651) 650-4268 View (651) 650-4268
Lorena Villaseñor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Online Only
Clients served: adults, adolescents, couples/families.
Helping you heal and reach your full potential is both a blessing and a privilege. Offering you a healing process filled with compassion, authenticity, warmth, and a non judgmental attitude is my priority. My offering: A healing process that helps you to discover and understand how unresolved painful experiences from the past keep impacting your present thoughts, needs, feelings and behaviors. Developing skills to become aware of these will allow you to have a more loving relationship with ALL the parts of yourself. As a result, more meaningful relationships and deeper connections with others will follow.
Clients served: adults, adolescents, couples/families.
Helping you heal and reach your full potential is both a blessing and a privilege. Offering you a healing process filled with compassion, authenticity, warmth, and a non judgmental attitude is my priority. My offering: A healing process that helps you to discover and understand how unresolved painful experiences from the past keep impacting your present thoughts, needs, feelings and behaviors. Developing skills to become aware of these will allow you to have a more loving relationship with ALL the parts of yourself. As a result, more meaningful relationships and deeper connections with others will follow.
(612) 662-0896 View (612) 662-0896
Matthew Daniel Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Saint Paul, MN 55102
I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. As a dual-licensed counselor (LADC, LPCC), I take a warm, collaborative approach—helping clients build resilience, discover strengths, and move toward meaningful, values-driven living.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. As a dual-licensed counselor (LADC, LPCC), I take a warm, collaborative approach—helping clients build resilience, discover strengths, and move toward meaningful, values-driven living.
(651) 419-5767 View (651) 419-5767
Pamela Gilliam Martin
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Are you in recovery or suffering from an addictive behavior? I run a DBT skills-based treatment for addiction recovery focused on emotional regulation, relapse prevention, and building a meaningful sober life. If you recognize that any of these are getting in the way of your recovery and you are medically stable, this may be the right option for you: • relapse despite motivation • emotional triggers • loneliness and isolation • self-destructive coping • impulsive behaviors • shame spirals • black-and-white thinking • difficulty tolerating distress sober • relationship chaos • “white-knuckling” recovery
Are you in recovery or suffering from an addictive behavior? I run a DBT skills-based treatment for addiction recovery focused on emotional regulation, relapse prevention, and building a meaningful sober life. If you recognize that any of these are getting in the way of your recovery and you are medically stable, this may be the right option for you: • relapse despite motivation • emotional triggers • loneliness and isolation • self-destructive coping • impulsive behaviors • shame spirals • black-and-white thinking • difficulty tolerating distress sober • relationship chaos • “white-knuckling” recovery
(651) 644-4100 x140 View (651) 644-4100 x140
Elliot Rose
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Saint Paul, MN 55104
I work primarily with young adults and adults with concerns related to anxiety, stress, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality/gender, disordered eating, substance use, spirituality, and existential concerns.
I work from a holistic, trauma-informed, affirming standpoint, while honoring the transformative power of an authentic, consensual, and egalitarian therapeutic relationship. I love helping clients find a variety of tools to help them work through their presenting concerns while identifying unique, individualized pathways towards health and wholeness.
I work primarily with young adults and adults with concerns related to anxiety, stress, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality/gender, disordered eating, substance use, spirituality, and existential concerns.
I work from a holistic, trauma-informed, affirming standpoint, while honoring the transformative power of an authentic, consensual, and egalitarian therapeutic relationship. I love helping clients find a variety of tools to help them work through their presenting concerns while identifying unique, individualized pathways towards health and wholeness.
(651) 800-7735 View (651) 800-7735
Reuben Houser
Counselor, MS, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55105
The men I work with care deeply about their relationships. They want to be steady, reliable, emotionally present partners. But no one ever taught them how to do that. They were raised to provide, protect, and stay composed. Now they’re being asked for emotional openness, honest communication, and vulnerability—and they’re trying to figure out how to meet those expectations without shutting down or getting angry. If you’ve ever thought, I want to be a better partner, but I don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place.
The men I work with care deeply about their relationships. They want to be steady, reliable, emotionally present partners. But no one ever taught them how to do that. They were raised to provide, protect, and stay composed. Now they’re being asked for emotional openness, honest communication, and vulnerability—and they’re trying to figure out how to meet those expectations without shutting down or getting angry. If you’ve ever thought, I want to be a better partner, but I don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place.
(651) 240-6430 View (651) 240-6430
Nikki Real
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hi, I’m Nikki and I believe in the power of storytelling and the inherent wisdom of our embodied experiences. Each person in this world is an expert in their own life and you have permission to be human, imperfect, and vulnerable without shame. I see therapy as a collaborative, liberatory practice for us to discover, understand, nurture, and develop your authentic stories and selves. I dream of co-creating a space where we can connect, explore, try new things, and develop functional therapeutic practice for your life together. I hope to help you find a soft spaciousness within yourself that feels connected to who you are.
Hi, I’m Nikki and I believe in the power of storytelling and the inherent wisdom of our embodied experiences. Each person in this world is an expert in their own life and you have permission to be human, imperfect, and vulnerable without shame. I see therapy as a collaborative, liberatory practice for us to discover, understand, nurture, and develop your authentic stories and selves. I dream of co-creating a space where we can connect, explore, try new things, and develop functional therapeutic practice for your life together. I hope to help you find a soft spaciousness within yourself that feels connected to who you are.
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Alaina McNallie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You may feel like you will never find a therapist you connect with, or that no one could understand what you are going through. The pain of struggle and daily life, especially now, can be overwhelming. You may feel alone in this world struggling with daily life tasks. My passion is helping couples who feel completely stuck in their relationship learn how to communicate effectively, as well as individuals seeking therapy who need support to find themselves again. I have competency in all types of relationships, people with physical &/or intellectual disabilities, OCD and anxiety, parenting, sexual orientation, and addiction.
You may feel like you will never find a therapist you connect with, or that no one could understand what you are going through. The pain of struggle and daily life, especially now, can be overwhelming. You may feel alone in this world struggling with daily life tasks. My passion is helping couples who feel completely stuck in their relationship learn how to communicate effectively, as well as individuals seeking therapy who need support to find themselves again. I have competency in all types of relationships, people with physical &/or intellectual disabilities, OCD and anxiety, parenting, sexual orientation, and addiction.
(651) 360-2613 View (651) 360-2613
Ian P McLoone
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LADC
4 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Are you thinking about changing your drinking or substance use, but not sure the typical “go to rehab” approach fits for you? I work with people who want a more individualized, thoughtful way forward. Some have been through treatment before and are looking for something different. Others don’t need a higher level of care, but want to take a closer look at their use while still managing work, family, and daily life. My approach is practical, collaborative, and grounded in real-world addiction treatment. We’ll work to understand what’s going on and build a plan that fits you.
Are you thinking about changing your drinking or substance use, but not sure the typical “go to rehab” approach fits for you? I work with people who want a more individualized, thoughtful way forward. Some have been through treatment before and are looking for something different. Others don’t need a higher level of care, but want to take a closer look at their use while still managing work, family, and daily life. My approach is practical, collaborative, and grounded in real-world addiction treatment. We’ll work to understand what’s going on and build a plan that fits you.
(651) 390-1238 View (651) 390-1238
Joel Grostephan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
5 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55108
I primarily see adults.
I work with clients feel their positive and negative emotions deeply. I work by listening closely and pushing clients know what's going on inside that is driving anxiety or depression, or causing relationships to falter. My hope is that clients are open to this collaboration to explore emotions, relationship patterns in their lives and seek new ways of being.
I primarily see adults.
I work with clients feel their positive and negative emotions deeply. I work by listening closely and pushing clients know what's going on inside that is driving anxiety or depression, or causing relationships to falter. My hope is that clients are open to this collaboration to explore emotions, relationship patterns in their lives and seek new ways of being.
(612) 839-5853 View (612) 839-5853
Fannica Grey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who is ready to look within and explore the patterns that have shaped their life—someone who may feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain but still has a deep desire to grow and heal. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or unresolved family dynamics that continue to influence their present experiences. Often, these clients have spent much of their lives caring for others or managing responsibilities, and now they are realizing it’s time to turn inward and nurture themselves.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to look within and explore the patterns that have shaped their life—someone who may feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain but still has a deep desire to grow and heal. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or unresolved family dynamics that continue to influence their present experiences. Often, these clients have spent much of their lives caring for others or managing responsibilities, and now they are realizing it’s time to turn inward and nurture themselves.
(651) 433-6226 View (651) 433-6226
Patty Ostberg-Speiker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Current afternoon openings. Clients often tell me they feel overwhelmed with anxiety in parenting or their marriage. They feel unable to manage daily stressors or keep up with expectations at home and work. Daily stressors feel heavy and they end up arguing with their spouse, kids or coworkers. There are evidence-based techniques that can help you feel more in control to manage conflict effectively and role model better strategies. Triggers feel awful and there are proven remedies to stop them. Together through therapy we can eliminate negative thoughts and memories that prevent you from being your best self and feeling happier.
Current afternoon openings. Clients often tell me they feel overwhelmed with anxiety in parenting or their marriage. They feel unable to manage daily stressors or keep up with expectations at home and work. Daily stressors feel heavy and they end up arguing with their spouse, kids or coworkers. There are evidence-based techniques that can help you feel more in control to manage conflict effectively and role model better strategies. Triggers feel awful and there are proven remedies to stop them. Together through therapy we can eliminate negative thoughts and memories that prevent you from being your best self and feeling happier.
(651) 409-9107 View (651) 409-9107
Annie Curtis Nelson
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Saint Paul, MN 55104
I work with adults 18+ and specialize in life transitions, managing stress, anxiety, trauma and addiction, and have a particular interest in how our childhood experiences impact us as adults.
Welcome to Through the Woods Counseling! I am a feminist therapist licensed in the state of Minnesota to treat co-occurring disorders - that’s just a way of saying I’m trained in working with folks that struggle with more than one issue at a time. Think things like anxiety and alcohol abuse, trauma and depression, stress management and ADHD, and so on… I believe mental health diagnoses can be helpful in giving us a starting point for evidence based ways to improve our mental wellness, but they are also labels rooted in and created by classically oppressive systems, so diagnosis is not a primary focus of sessions.
I work with adults 18+ and specialize in life transitions, managing stress, anxiety, trauma and addiction, and have a particular interest in how our childhood experiences impact us as adults.
Welcome to Through the Woods Counseling! I am a feminist therapist licensed in the state of Minnesota to treat co-occurring disorders - that’s just a way of saying I’m trained in working with folks that struggle with more than one issue at a time. Think things like anxiety and alcohol abuse, trauma and depression, stress management and ADHD, and so on… I believe mental health diagnoses can be helpful in giving us a starting point for evidence based ways to improve our mental wellness, but they are also labels rooted in and created by classically oppressive systems, so diagnosis is not a primary focus of sessions.
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Kyle Edward Sundberg
Counselor, LPC
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or a quieter existential weight, and have tried hard to feel better, without things quite adding up. They're thoughtful, self-aware, genuinely trying. What's rarely obvious is that the mind and body are deeply intertwined, and that our most natural responses to suffering, pushing it away, waiting it out, working harder to control it, can end up keeping us more entangled. That's not a personal failing. It's just how the mind works, and fortunately, there is another way.
Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or a quieter existential weight, and have tried hard to feel better, without things quite adding up. They're thoughtful, self-aware, genuinely trying. What's rarely obvious is that the mind and body are deeply intertwined, and that our most natural responses to suffering, pushing it away, waiting it out, working harder to control it, can end up keeping us more entangled. That's not a personal failing. It's just how the mind works, and fortunately, there is another way.
(763) 203-7100 View (763) 203-7100
Simon Benarroch
Pre-Licensed Professional
Saint Paul, MN 55118
People who have experienced specific traumas work well with me, as do those who have struggled for a long time with hard-to-define, deep-seated patterns of thinking, feeling and relating. As a therapist I have some annoying tendencies. I think everything you say and do is meaningful (especially when you deny it), I always suspect you are caught up in some feeling or other about me, and I often answer questions with questions. If you can put up with it, you’ll gain a compassionate listener and ally. You’ll also quickly get a sense of the freedom and peace that can be achieved through the type of therapy I practice - psychoanalysis.
People who have experienced specific traumas work well with me, as do those who have struggled for a long time with hard-to-define, deep-seated patterns of thinking, feeling and relating. As a therapist I have some annoying tendencies. I think everything you say and do is meaningful (especially when you deny it), I always suspect you are caught up in some feeling or other about me, and I often answer questions with questions. If you can put up with it, you’ll gain a compassionate listener and ally. You’ll also quickly get a sense of the freedom and peace that can be achieved through the type of therapy I practice - psychoanalysis.
(651) 867-3165 View (651) 867-3165
Nomcebo Nkosi
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
I am a compassionate therapist who is deeply committed to serving marginalized and underserved communities. My areas of specialization include trauma, with special emphasis on intergenerational and racial trauma, women's issues, identity issues, and addressing unique challenges that come with being an immigrant or refugee. I am particularly drawn to working with college-age, international, and non-traditional students who often navigate complex transitions and cultural adjustments. I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I am a compassionate therapist who is deeply committed to serving marginalized and underserved communities. My areas of specialization include trauma, with special emphasis on intergenerational and racial trauma, women's issues, identity issues, and addressing unique challenges that come with being an immigrant or refugee. I am particularly drawn to working with college-age, international, and non-traditional students who often navigate complex transitions and cultural adjustments. I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
(651) 650-0435 View (651) 650-0435

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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.

How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.

How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.