Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Sleepy Eye, MN
With over 24 years of experience, I bring a deep commitment to helping individuals, children, couples, and families understand, heal, and grow. You’ll be working with someone who emphasizes building on your existing strengths—believing the capacity for healthy change is already within you—and provides a safe, supportive environment tailored to your needs. From talk, art, and play therapy modalities to working with complex issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family conflict, and domestic abuse, my goal is to guide you toward greater clarity, healthier relationships, and a more satisfying life.
With over 24 years of experience, I bring a deep commitment to helping individuals, children, couples, and families understand, heal, and grow. You’ll be working with someone who emphasizes building on your existing strengths—believing the capacity for healthy change is already within you—and provides a safe, supportive environment tailored to your needs. From talk, art, and play therapy modalities to working with complex issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, family conflict, and domestic abuse, my goal is to guide you toward greater clarity, healthier relationships, and a more satisfying life.
I have been helping couples and families find ways to bring calm, relaxation and even FUN back into their lives. Every family is unique and I will help you find your authentic and genuine connection by communicating and interacting in new ways that express your individuality. Through regaining trust and opening up communication families are reducing stress and depression and finding their way back together ... I'd like to show you how. Depression and anxiety are on the rise and can be making a big impact on how your marriage. Learning how to manage stressors and reduce fighting is a game changer, let's get started !
I have been helping couples and families find ways to bring calm, relaxation and even FUN back into their lives. Every family is unique and I will help you find your authentic and genuine connection by communicating and interacting in new ways that express your individuality. Through regaining trust and opening up communication families are reducing stress and depression and finding their way back together ... I'd like to show you how. Depression and anxiety are on the rise and can be making a big impact on how your marriage. Learning how to manage stressors and reduce fighting is a game changer, let's get started !
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Hello, I'm Lindsay Boettger and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor(LPCC). I have been practicing in the field for twelve years in various roles including therapy, clinical supervision, and as Director. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and my first goal is helping you to feel comfortable and supported. I provide individual and family therapy. Although I typically think about your concerns using a developmental lens, I believe it is imperative that I tailor my approach to you and your needs.
Hello, I'm Lindsay Boettger and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor(LPCC). I have been practicing in the field for twelve years in various roles including therapy, clinical supervision, and as Director. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and my first goal is helping you to feel comfortable and supported. I provide individual and family therapy. Although I typically think about your concerns using a developmental lens, I believe it is imperative that I tailor my approach to you and your needs.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
I find it rewarding beyond words to be allowed to share in my patient's unique life experiences and witness their growth and transformation. It is an honor to be trusted with another person's inner world and to be able to build a therapeutic relationship that helps them recover from whatever difficulties that they are experiencing. I provide a therapeutic space in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere that deviates from the "going to the local mental health center" experience.
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I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and minority clients navigating trauma, ADHD, and relationship stress. I'm dedicated to helping individuals overcome the impacts of daily stress, past trauma, and relationship difficulties. With a personalized approach rooted in empathy and evidence-based, I am committed to supporting you as we work together through PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, identity exploration, and sexual concerns. Every step of the way, I’ll work to provide a positive and collaborative approach to living a more fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ and minority clients navigating trauma, ADHD, and relationship stress. I'm dedicated to helping individuals overcome the impacts of daily stress, past trauma, and relationship difficulties. With a personalized approach rooted in empathy and evidence-based, I am committed to supporting you as we work together through PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, identity exploration, and sexual concerns. Every step of the way, I’ll work to provide a positive and collaborative approach to living a more fulfilling life.
Dr. Jim is a Performance Consultant & Mental Conditioning Coach who provides performance enhancement & counseling to athletes of all ages and levels, teams, organizations, businesses, military & governing bodies. He works in these sectors to improve performance both on & off the field of play, welling-being & mental health while reducing stress and anxiety. He has worked with pro teams and athletes, and he has worked with & trained thousands of athletes, coaches, & parents over the past 24 years. He also works with performing arts, business professionals, military, and law enforcement as an performance coach and consultant.
Dr. Jim is a Performance Consultant & Mental Conditioning Coach who provides performance enhancement & counseling to athletes of all ages and levels, teams, organizations, businesses, military & governing bodies. He works in these sectors to improve performance both on & off the field of play, welling-being & mental health while reducing stress and anxiety. He has worked with pro teams and athletes, and he has worked with & trained thousands of athletes, coaches, & parents over the past 24 years. He also works with performing arts, business professionals, military, and law enforcement as an performance coach and consultant.
Are you the "fixer" or the "peacekeeper" who's secretly drowning in anxiety or trauma? On the outside, you have it all together and you are the one everyone leans on. But on the inside, you're exhausted from chronic worry, disrupted sleep, or using a drink or gummy to finally "turn off" your brain. That relentless inner critic whispers you are never good enough, your "fawn" response makes saying "no" feel impossible, and guilt piles up from burdens that aren't yours. These aren't just symptoms. They're the hidden costs of over-functioning for others while neglecting yourself, often rooted in trauma or Complex PTSD.
Are you the "fixer" or the "peacekeeper" who's secretly drowning in anxiety or trauma? On the outside, you have it all together and you are the one everyone leans on. But on the inside, you're exhausted from chronic worry, disrupted sleep, or using a drink or gummy to finally "turn off" your brain. That relentless inner critic whispers you are never good enough, your "fawn" response makes saying "no" feel impossible, and guilt piles up from burdens that aren't yours. These aren't just symptoms. They're the hidden costs of over-functioning for others while neglecting yourself, often rooted in trauma or Complex PTSD.
I provide services for individuals and families of all ages and from all walks of life through in-person and online. My current areas of focus are children/adolescents/adults, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life adjustments and transitions, grief, mood regulation, personality disorders, substance use, family conflict, self-esteem, healthy lifestyles, and effective communication. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy where there is an integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
I provide services for individuals and families of all ages and from all walks of life through in-person and online. My current areas of focus are children/adolescents/adults, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life adjustments and transitions, grief, mood regulation, personality disorders, substance use, family conflict, self-esteem, healthy lifestyles, and effective communication. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy where there is an integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
Lee Thao
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, CCTP, NCC
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, grief, relationships, or a loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life? Does it feel like most of the time you are just going through the motions of life? Just trying to get through the day, answering emails, texts, or calls because you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, or sad? Do you question, wonder, or hope that things could be better? Together we work through and move past challenges/losses, make sense of emotions, and learn coping skills to help manage, improve, and overcome difficult relationships.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, grief, relationships, or a loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life? Does it feel like most of the time you are just going through the motions of life? Just trying to get through the day, answering emails, texts, or calls because you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, lost, or sad? Do you question, wonder, or hope that things could be better? Together we work through and move past challenges/losses, make sense of emotions, and learn coping skills to help manage, improve, and overcome difficult relationships.
Along with my team (pre-licensed doctoral candidate colleagues under my supervision), we conduct Pre-Surgical Evaluations for spine stimulators and pain pumps and Pre-Bariatric Surgery Psychological Evaluations. We also provide psychological testing and evaluation for Adults who suspect possible Autism, ADHD rule-out evaluations for individuals age 8+, Personality testing, Cognitive and Memory testing, Behavior/Mood, Trauma, and other comprehensive mental health testing evaluations (ages 8+ for testing, except for only Adults for Autism). I also help people with Pre-Adoption Psychological Evaluations prior to international adoption.
Along with my team (pre-licensed doctoral candidate colleagues under my supervision), we conduct Pre-Surgical Evaluations for spine stimulators and pain pumps and Pre-Bariatric Surgery Psychological Evaluations. We also provide psychological testing and evaluation for Adults who suspect possible Autism, ADHD rule-out evaluations for individuals age 8+, Personality testing, Cognitive and Memory testing, Behavior/Mood, Trauma, and other comprehensive mental health testing evaluations (ages 8+ for testing, except for only Adults for Autism). I also help people with Pre-Adoption Psychological Evaluations prior to international adoption.
I offer individual therapy locally in my Edina office and virtually throughout MN. I'm a therapist of 18 years, and I really enjoy working with people (18+) who want help and guidance with sexual health concerns, body image, relationship disconnection, prenatal/postpartum issues, parenting strategies, sobriety, and career changes. I especially like working with those that are curious about themselves. I want to understand what it is you find meaningful in your life and relationships. By doing this, I can help you identify and navigate how to align with your values through awareness of unhelpful patterns and incremental shifts.
I offer individual therapy locally in my Edina office and virtually throughout MN. I'm a therapist of 18 years, and I really enjoy working with people (18+) who want help and guidance with sexual health concerns, body image, relationship disconnection, prenatal/postpartum issues, parenting strategies, sobriety, and career changes. I especially like working with those that are curious about themselves. I want to understand what it is you find meaningful in your life and relationships. By doing this, I can help you identify and navigate how to align with your values through awareness of unhelpful patterns and incremental shifts.
My ideal clients are adults seeking support with trauma‑related symptoms, anxiety, depression, attachment patterns, substance‑use concerns, grief, and chronic stress. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in long‑standing patterns, or navigating major life transitions. At Maplewood Psychology, clients receive coordinated, trauma‑informed care within a supportive clinical team. I provide structured, evidence‑based treatment while Maplewood’s administrative and clinical systems ensure a smooth, consistent experience that helps clients move toward greater clarity, stability, and emotional well‑being.
My ideal clients are adults seeking support with trauma‑related symptoms, anxiety, depression, attachment patterns, substance‑use concerns, grief, and chronic stress. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in long‑standing patterns, or navigating major life transitions. At Maplewood Psychology, clients receive coordinated, trauma‑informed care within a supportive clinical team. I provide structured, evidence‑based treatment while Maplewood’s administrative and clinical systems ensure a smooth, consistent experience that helps clients move toward greater clarity, stability, and emotional well‑being.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious about life changes? Transitions like starting college, navigating early parenthood, adjusting to an empty nest, or coping with unexpected challenges can feel stressful and uncertain. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, solution-focused therapy, and existential approaches, I help clients manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, stress, and life transitions by building on existing strengths, uncovering unhelpful patterns. Therapy offers a supportive space to process emotions, explore challenges, build confidence, and find steadiness while moving forward in life.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious about life changes? Transitions like starting college, navigating early parenthood, adjusting to an empty nest, or coping with unexpected challenges can feel stressful and uncertain. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, solution-focused therapy, and existential approaches, I help clients manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, stress, and life transitions by building on existing strengths, uncovering unhelpful patterns. Therapy offers a supportive space to process emotions, explore challenges, build confidence, and find steadiness while moving forward in life.
I believe that helping people realize a positive outcome in therapy begins with building a relationship founded on trust, confidence, and safety. I work hard to provide a therapeutic environment free of judgment with defined boundaries, clear communication, and stability.
I believe that helping people realize a positive outcome in therapy begins with building a relationship founded on trust, confidence, and safety. I work hard to provide a therapeutic environment free of judgment with defined boundaries, clear communication, and stability.
I believe life's challenges are opportunities for us to grow as human beings. Whether you or a family member are struggling with an old problem that keeps coming back or facing an entirely new problem, there is hope. I use research based assessments and treatments to help you or your family member overcome these concerns and thrive in your life. If I am unavailable to see you, I highly recommend our other warm and compassionate Nowlogy doctors.
I believe life's challenges are opportunities for us to grow as human beings. Whether you or a family member are struggling with an old problem that keeps coming back or facing an entirely new problem, there is hope. I use research based assessments and treatments to help you or your family member overcome these concerns and thrive in your life. If I am unavailable to see you, I highly recommend our other warm and compassionate Nowlogy doctors.
As your therapist, it is my hope to collaborate with you from a person-centered lens towards a better quality of life. I value a holistic approach, especially investigating how environments and systems can influence our mental well-being. My goal as your therapist is to explore how you can make life at least 1% more enjoyable. I will utilize your strengths and inner resilience to guide us. Together, we can find the best way for you to move forward.
As your therapist, it is my hope to collaborate with you from a person-centered lens towards a better quality of life. I value a holistic approach, especially investigating how environments and systems can influence our mental well-being. My goal as your therapist is to explore how you can make life at least 1% more enjoyable. I will utilize your strengths and inner resilience to guide us. Together, we can find the best way for you to move forward.
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or weighed down by life’s challenges?
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or substance use, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Many people carry invisible burdens that quietly affect their confidence, relationships, and peace of mind. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack those struggles and move toward lasting change. Together, we’ll explore underlying patterns and build practical skills for resilience and personal growth.
Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or weighed down by life’s challenges?
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or substance use, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Many people carry invisible burdens that quietly affect their confidence, relationships, and peace of mind. Therapy offers a safe, compassionate space to unpack those struggles and move toward lasting change. Together, we’ll explore underlying patterns and build practical skills for resilience and personal growth.
Lorin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Waitlist for new clients
Currently have a waitlist, happy to refer!
Do you feel exhausted from constantly masking or trying to keep up with expectations that never quite seem to fit? Many of the adults I work with are navigating sensory overwhelm, social burnout, anxiety, and the quiet exhaustion of feeling misunderstood in work, relationships, or daily life.
I offer trauma-informed, neurodivergent, and queer affirming therapy for adults navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, CPTSD, burnout, and life transitions. I am also trained in WPATH Standards of Care and provide letters of support for individuals seeking gender-affirming medical care.
Currently have a waitlist, happy to refer!
Do you feel exhausted from constantly masking or trying to keep up with expectations that never quite seem to fit? Many of the adults I work with are navigating sensory overwhelm, social burnout, anxiety, and the quiet exhaustion of feeling misunderstood in work, relationships, or daily life.
I offer trauma-informed, neurodivergent, and queer affirming therapy for adults navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, CPTSD, burnout, and life transitions. I am also trained in WPATH Standards of Care and provide letters of support for individuals seeking gender-affirming medical care.
Samuel D Paulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Waitlist for new clients
I have nearly 10 years of experience in the mental health field, with careers ranging from community and residential mental health to leading mental health groups in a substance use treatment setting. I enjoy working with clients of all backgrounds and experiences. With that, I do not feel as if there is an ideal client, as everyone deserves a therapeutic, trusting relationship.
I have nearly 10 years of experience in the mental health field, with careers ranging from community and residential mental health to leading mental health groups in a substance use treatment setting. I enjoy working with clients of all backgrounds and experiences. With that, I do not feel as if there is an ideal client, as everyone deserves a therapeutic, trusting relationship.
My work is guided by a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I specialize in individual and family therapy, supporting clients navigating a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relational conflict, parenting stress, and intergenerational trauma. I offer in-home and telehealth individual and family therapy to meet people where they are, whether that means stepping into the comfort of their living room or connecting virtually from a space that feels safe and familiar. I aim to remove common barriers such as transportation issues, availability, or discomfort with traditional clinical settings.
My work is guided by a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I specialize in individual and family therapy, supporting clients navigating a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relational conflict, parenting stress, and intergenerational trauma. I offer in-home and telehealth individual and family therapy to meet people where they are, whether that means stepping into the comfort of their living room or connecting virtually from a space that feels safe and familiar. I aim to remove common barriers such as transportation issues, availability, or discomfort with traditional clinical settings.
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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.