Karsen Yelle
Karsen Yelle
Therapist Intern
I am a student in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. I have a BA in Psychology from St. John’s University, and an MS in Criminal Justice with a Counseling focus from St. Cloud State University. I am a certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator for pre-marital counseling.

Areas of Expertise
- Anxiety
- Adjustment Issues
- Affair Repair
- Attachment Issues
- Behavioral Issues
- Betrayal
- Bi-cultural relationships
- Blended families
- Caregiver Stress
- CBT
- Conflict Resolution
- Coping Skills
- Couples Therapy
- Depression
- Experiential
- Family Conflict
- Independent Living Skills
- LBGTQIA+
- Parenting
- Self-Esteem
- Severe and Persistent Mental Illness
- Solution-Focused
- Stress Management
More About Karsen
With a decade of experience working in community mental health, I have practice providing culturally responsive care and addressing complex behavioral challenges. With a background rooted in serving diverse populations, I have developed expertise in behavioral interventions, helping clients navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation. My approach is grounded in a sense of optimism and empathy, with the knowledge that you are the expert on your own story.
In therapy, I prioritize a collaborative and strengths-based approach, empowering clients to identify solutions and build on their existing resources. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, I integrate structural and solution-focused techniques to address underlying patterns that impact clients’ relationships and well-being. By focusing on actionable steps and fostering resilience, I aim to help clients achieve meaningful progress in a way that aligns with their values and goals.
As a therapist intern, I am committed to deepening my clinical skills under the supervision of Aaron Kolstad, MA, LMFT, ensuring that my practice is both evidence-based and compassionate. I bring a wealth of knowledge from previous roles while embracing the opportunity to expand my therapeutic repertoire.
I see clients at the Maple Grove office and virtually. I can be reached at Karsen@MN-CCC.com
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