Online therapy in Minnesota

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Minnesota. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

This page is here to help you find therapists licensed in Minnesota who offer online care. Whether you are in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth, or a smaller community elsewhere in the state, telehealth can make it easier to compare options across Minnesota and choose based on fit, not just driving distance. You can narrow your search using filters for specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want a therapist, medication management provider, or both. Use profiles to compare style, scheduling, payment options, and availability before you reach out.

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Dr. Nichole Vincent

Life In Progress Psychological Services

Psy.D.

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who look like they have it together, butttt internally feel anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer fit who they’re becoming. You might find yourself constantly in your head, questioning your decisions, or feeling like you “should” be fine, but aren’t. I support people navigating life transitions, identity shifts, and relationship patterns they’re ready to understand and change at a deeper level. My clients are curious, reflective, and willing to be honest with themselves; not looking for quick fixes, but for clarity, alignment, and meaningful change that lasts.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Paul W Anderson PhD

Paul W Anderson, Inc

LP PhD, PSYPACT, Medicare

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Families, couples, elderly across State lines.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Executive Coaching · Grief · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Substance Use
Licensed In:
Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio
“I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel truly heard and supported. I work with individuals, families and couples. The age range I work with is from 18 to 99.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Body Dysmorphia · Burnout · Cancer · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Disability · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
Emily Pieper

The Bellevue Trauma Recovery Center

LMHC, SUDP

Licensed In:
California, Colorado, Minnesota, Washington
“I work with a wide range of clients. I primarily work with couples, adolescents and adults. I am compassionate however, can be direct at times after rapport has been established. I work individuals challenged with symptoms of trauma/PTSD, betrayal trauma and addictions including alcohol and drug addiction and sex addiction. I am a certified sexual addiction therapist. I work with those challenged with adverse religious experiences/trauma as well.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Relationship Issues · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Dr Dorian Kondas

Awakenings Counseling

MA, PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I've had the privilege of working with a wide variety of diverse adult clients--perhaps like you! I provide individual and group therapy (currently not couples or family therapy). Coming from both a generalist and specialist background, I'm able to work with many concerns that could include any of the following: PTSD and trauma (of many kinds) Queer / LGBTQ issues Racial/Ethnic concerns Depression and anxiety Grief, loss, transitions Relationship or family conflict Aging, chronic illness / pain / HIV/AIDS Sexuality, gender, body shame Sexual addiction / compulsion Academic stress and achievement Recovering from narcissistic abuse Interpersonal issues in group therapy Religious trauma, conflict and cult recovery Job stress, burnout, and finding "calling" Student, academic and career concerns Adverse experiences from prayer and meditation Racial discrimination / recovering from hate crime Climate change distress / political anxiety / social justice concerns.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt

Loving Roots Project

Licensed Psychologist

Licensed In:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with adults and couples who are feeling stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or uncertain how to move forward. Many of my clients are navigating relationship challenges, communication difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, stress, self-esteem concerns, or the emotional impact of past experiences. Some individuals come to therapy feeling frustrated by repeating the same patterns in their relationships, while others seek greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, or a stronger sense of purpose. Whether you are struggling individually or as a couple, I provide a supportive space where you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself, achieve clarity, and create meaningful change.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Depression · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Women’s Mental Health
Julianne Mattson Krogstad

Headwaters of Healing Therapy, PLLC

LMFT

Licensed In:
Alaska, Minnesota, South Dakota, Wisconsin
“I work with couples who are desiring to strengthen their relationship and also who may have some stuck patterns that feel discouraging to them. I also work with adult individuals who find that despite their best efforts, they feel like they can't get to a place of peace and contentment in their relationships or even within themselves. They find themselves feeling like they are spinning their wheels, trying harder, but still not quite able to be who they know they could be. Often they are quite competent at work, but find challenges in their interpersonal relationships and find themselves caught up in remorse or self-condemnation, thinking if they could just try harder or be more consistent they would finally get it right. They often have hurts around family of origin dynamics or church systems and feel a sense of inadequacy and not measuring up. I work with clients who would like spiritual direction. This is separate from therapy and is not regulated by therapy licensing boards. This is detailed more on my website.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Burnout · Codependency · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Weight Loss
Dana Martinez

Dana Martinez, PsyD, LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“adolescent, young adults, adults”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Codependency · Depression · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Amber Teubert

Serenity Therapy, LLC

LMHC, LPC, LCPC, LPCC

Licensed In:
Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin
“So many of the adults I work with are high-functioning on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside. Anxiety has become a constant companion. Something from the past still shows up in unexpected ways, affecting relationships, sense of safety, or how they see themselves. And no matter what they accomplish, it never feels like enough. If you're hard on yourself, caught in cycles of perfectionism, or carrying more than you let on, you're not alone. I work with adults navigating anxiety, healing from trauma, and untangling the belief that their worth depends on what they produce or how perfectly they perform. My approach is warm and collaborative, and I'll meet you exactly where you are.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Domestic Abuse · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Ashley Carreras

The Gratitude Center

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Do you struggle with overthinking, self-doubt, or feeling like your mind constantly spirals to the worst-case scenario? I specialize in helping women with anxiety and trauma break free from constant overthinking, negative self-talk, and the pressure to chase the next achievement. I often work with women who appear “fine” on the outside but, behind closed doors, wrestle with worries about what could go wrong and a persistent feeling that they’re never doing enough. I support women in transforming unhelpful thought patterns, reducing anxiety, and learning how to quiet the mental spiral so they can start truly living. My goal is to help you create a life that feels aligned, grounded, and authentic not one driven by fear and anxiety.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Mary Duran

Healing Lane Therapy

LCSW, LCDC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, DC
“I am passionate about working with clients living with borderline personality disorder (BPD), substance use disorders, and those struggling to find their place in this world. My clients often struggle with emotional dysregulation, impulse control, and low self-esteem. I work primarily with young adults, teens (14+), and adults.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Elissa Gemphel

Optimal Brain MN, Joon Psychiatry and Wellness

PMHNP-BC

Licensed In:
Iowa, Minnesota
“As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with over a decade in the healthcare field, I am passionate about helping individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey. With training across the lifespan beginning at age five, I currently focus my practice on adults 18 and older with plans to expand services to children and adolescents in the future. The initial intake appointment is a comprehensive clinical evaluation to ensure your needs align with the services I provide. I currently focus on treating patients with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with disordered eating, graduate students and professionals navigating stress and mental health concerns.”
Services:
Medication Management
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Eating Disorders · Life Transitions · Personality Disorders

Finding online care in Minnesota

Online therapy can be especially practical in Minnesota because the state combines a large seven-county Twin Cities metro with many communities spread across greater Minnesota. The right therapist for you may not be nearby, and virtual care can widen your options without adding drive time. It can also help when snow, ice, poor visibility, or long winter trips make getting to an office harder than expected. Minnesota law also requires private health plans sold, issued, or renewed in the state to cover telehealth-covered services in the same manner as in-person care, though network status, deductibles, and the type of service still matter. For many people, online care makes it easier to fit therapy around work shifts, parenting, school schedules, or follow-up medication visits. Use this page to compare fit, cost, and availability first, then use the resources below if you want to verify a license or find added support.

Online therapy in Minnesota: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Minnesota?

Start with what matters most to you: the issue you want help with, the age group you are seeking care for, your budget, insurance, language preferences, and whether you want therapy, medication management, or both. Then use the filters to narrow by specialty, therapy approach, availability, and session format. Because online care lets you look beyond the closest office, it often helps to compare a few profiles before booking. Once you have a shortlist, check each provider’s license, fees, scheduling options, and whether they seem like a good personal fit.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask practical questions that help you decide whether the provider is a good fit. Helpful questions include whether they are licensed in Minnesota, whether they have experience with what you want help with, what sessions cost, whether they take your insurance, what their cancellation policy is, whether they offer evening or lunch-hour appointments, and how they handle technology issues or emergencies during a virtual visit. If you travel often, it is also a good idea to ask whether they can still see you when you are out of state.

Does my online therapist have to live in Minnesota, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. What usually matters most is where you are physically located during the appointment, not where your therapist lives. Minnesota’s telehealth law treats the patient’s location at the time of care as the key location, so a therapist who can see you while you are in Minnesota may not be able to see you if you are temporarily in another state for vacation, work, or school. Tell your provider before the session if you will be traveling. If you are often in more than one state, it may help to look for someone with multiple licenses or interstate practice authority. You can browse therapists licensed in multiple states. Some psychologists may also practice across state lines through the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Minnesota?

On this directory, you may find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability depends on the provider, your age group, and whether the service is a good fit for video, phone, or a hybrid approach.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. If you want help with prescriptions, use the medication management filter to look for prescribers who offer psychiatric medication visits online. Medication management usually focuses on evaluation, prescriptions, side effects, refills, and follow-up, while therapy focuses more on emotions, coping, relationships, behavior patterns, and long-term change. Some people use one service, and some use both. If you need a controlled substance prescribed, check with the provider before booking because telehealth prescribing rules can involve extra requirements and may vary by medication and situation.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Minnesota?

A good place to start is with county or tribal mental health services, United Way 211 Minnesota, National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota (NAMI Minnesota), FastTrackerMN, or the Minnesota Warmline. Those options can help you find crisis support, support groups, local services, and lower-cost care. You can also ask clinics whether they take Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare, offer reduced-fee spots, or can suggest community options. The official links are in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Minnesota license?

The easiest way is to use Minnesota’s official licensing boards. For therapists, that usually means the Board of Social Work, the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy for licensed professional counselors and licensed professional clinical counselors, the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy, or the Board of Psychology. For prescribers, use the Board of Nursing for psychiatric nurse practitioners and the Board of Medical Practice for psychiatrists and physician assistants. Directory profiles can help you compare fit, but the official board links below are the best place to confirm a license and review public information.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Minnesota, and how does payment usually work?

Often, yes. Minnesota law requires private health plans sold, issued, or renewed in the state to cover telehealth-covered services in the same manner as in-person care, and cost sharing for telehealth cannot be higher than it would be for the same service in person. MinnesotaCare and Minnesota Health Care Programs members can also receive many services through telehealth. In everyday use, though, payment still depends on whether the provider is in network, whether the service is covered, and whether you have met your deductible. Some providers are private pay only, and some can give you paperwork to request out-of-network reimbursement from your plan.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video. Depending on the provider, secure messaging may be used for follow-up or logistics. Many providers also have their own rules about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead if privacy or location may be an issue.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Minnesota that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Minnesota’s population is split between the Twin Cities area and many communities across greater Minnesota, so online care can help when the right match is not close by. It can also be especially useful during winter weather, when snow, ice, black ice, or whiteout conditions can make even a normal drive harder or less predictable. Online appointments can also be easier to fit around work, school pickup, college schedules, or time between other appointments.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 right away. Minnesota also has county crisis lines and mobile crisis services available statewide, and the official links are listed below.

Minnesota mental health resources

988 Minnesota Lifeline

Call, text, or chat 988 for free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support in Minnesota.

Minnesota county mental health crisis phone numbers

Find your county’s adult and children’s crisis lines and crisis response contacts.

Minnesota Warmline

Non-crisis peer support by phone, text, or chat when you want to talk with someone.

FastTrackerMN

Free search tool for Minnesota mental health and substance use care with availability information.

United Way 211 Minnesota

Free, confidential help finding local mental health and other community resources statewide.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota (NAMI Minnesota)

Statewide support groups, education, and resources for individuals and families.

Minnesota Board of Social Work license lookup

Verify social workers, including Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers.

Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy license verification

Verify licensed professional counselors and licensed professional clinical counselors.

Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy license verification

Verify marriage and family therapists through the official state board.

Minnesota Board of Psychology verifications

Look up psychologists and review official verification information.

Minnesota Board of Nursing license verification

Verify advanced practice registered nurses, including psychiatric nurse practitioners.

Minnesota Board of Medical Practice practitioner lookup

Verify physicians, including psychiatrists, and physician assistants.

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