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Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline, MN Psychologist LP5835

Psychologist - Anxiety and Stress care

Minnesota

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Credentials
MN Psychologist LP5835
License
Psychologist, Minnesota / LP5835
NPI
1447656723
Experience
8 years
Languages
English
Location
Minnesota
  • Attachment approaches
  • Cognitive behavioral tools
  • Mindfulness practices

About Kara

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline is a Minnesota Psychologist (MN Psychologist LP5835) with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career shifts, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

She uses an integrated, client-centered approach that draws on attachment ideas, cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, and hypnotherapy when appropriate. In plain terms, she listens for what the person wants to change and then picks practical steps to work on those goals. That might mean testing a new behavior between sessions, noticing patterns in relationships, or trying short mindfulness exercises to reduce tension.

Dr. Richardson-Cline has clinical experience in medical settings and has supervised other mental health providers. Her background includes graduate work at the University of North Dakota and supplemental training in rural psychology. She brings that mix of clinical and supervisory experience to her practice and to conversations about medical and behavioral concerns.

In sessions she focuses on clear goals and workable strategies. People can expect conversations about how past relationships shape current patterns, practical cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices to manage stress and sleep. Hypnotherapy may be offered when it fits a person's preferences and goals.

Outside of work she spends time with her two dogs, enjoys nature, and values family time. She views online work as a practical option that can fit into everyday life for many people.

How her approaches translate to online work

Dr. Richardson-Cline commonly uses attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in her work. Attachment-based approaches look at how past relationships shape current patterns and help people notice and change those patterns. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Mindfulness practices teach simple attention and breathing exercises that can lower stress and support better coping.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. She collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made or needs shift. That collaborative process helps clarify what to try next and sets concrete steps between sessions.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can help people try out therapeutic tools in real-life settings and carry strategies back into everyday routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

Minnesota

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, grief, sleep problems, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, career changes, and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is client-centered and practical. She uses attachment ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and sometimes hypnotherapy to help people work toward clear goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has eight years of clinical experience and has worked in medical settings and supervised other mental health providers.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Minnesota Psychologist listed as MN Psychologist LP5835 and practices from Minnesota.

Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

Which session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin an initial session?

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Dr. Kara Richardson-ClineMN Psychologist LP5835

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