Jennifer Kim-Ardakani, LMFT

Compassionate Minnesota LMFT for trauma and relationships

Stress and anxiety support
Trauma and relationship help
Brainspotting therapy

About Jennifer Kim-Ardakani

Jennifer Kim-Ardakani is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Minnesota with seven years of clinical experience. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, addiction, and anger management, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s distinct needs.

Jennifer approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, focusing on collaboration and practical steps that match a client's priorities. As a Brainspotting practitioner, she integrates mind-body techniques to help access deeper emotional material and promote healing and problem resolution. She emphasizes empowerment and support for those taking the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jennifer Kim-Ardakani have?

Jennifer Kim-Ardakani has seven years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Jennifer Kim-Ardakani a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: MN LMFT 4369.

In which languages does Jennifer Kim-Ardakani provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Jennifer Kim-Ardakani located?

She is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Jennifer Kim-Ardakani as my therapist?

You can work with Jennifer Kim-Ardakani through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jennifer Kim-Ardakani work with international clients?

Jennifer Kim-Ardakani does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jennifer Kim-Ardakani cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Jennifer Kim-Ardakani

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps clients clarify values and learn practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while taking meaningful action. ACT is often useful for people managing anxiety, stress, or patterns that interfere with valued living).

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns of connection, trust, and intimacy. It can help people address attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and relationship difficulties by exploring emotional needs and rebuilding secure connections.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathic therapeutic relationship in which the client's experience guides the pace and focus of work. This approach supports people seeking a respectful, collaborative space to process mood concerns, life transitions, or interpersonal challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Jennifer will collaborate with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend techniques to create an individualized plan that feels fitting for the client.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit care into a busy life and to maintain continuity across changes in schedule or location. These options provide flexibility and accessibility, allowing people to work with a therapist in the ways that suit them best.

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