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Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline, MN Psychologist LP5835

Licensed Minnesota psychologist focused on attachment and CBT
  • Attachment-based therapy
  • Client-centered care
  • Online sessions available

About Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline is a licensed psychologist in Minnesota with eight years of professional experience and the credential MN Psychologist LP5835, a license to practice psychology in Minnesota. She has worked in medical settings and has supervised other mental health providers, bringing practical experience with both clinical care and team-based practice.

Her clinical work spans the lifespan and addresses concerns such as mood disorders, anxiety management, sleep difficulties, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and coping with medical or life changes. She aims to match treatment interventions to each personâs goals, drawing on an integrated, client-centered approach that includes attachment-based and cognitive behavioral strategies to support meaningful change.

In sessions she focuses on what clients want to change, collaborating to develop practical skills and interpersonal insight that fit individual needs. She also incorporates additional approaches as appropriate, such as mindfulness and hypnotherapy, to tailor care to the presenting concern.

Outside of her professional work she enjoys spending time outdoors and with family, and her two dogs may occasionally appear during video sessions. She values working with people who seek growth and supports steps toward their goals using online therapy as one option for care.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

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 Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline have?

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline has eight years of experience.

Is Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential MN Psychologist LP5835. License details: MN Psychologist LP5835.

In which languages does Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline provide therapy?

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline located?

Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Kara Richardson-Cline 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started 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.

Attachment and Cognitive Approaches for Online Care



Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns in connections and emotion regulation. It helps people explore relational themes such as abandonment, attachment issues, and family dynamics to build more secure, supportive relationships and reduce relationship-driven distress.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and the clientâs own goals. This approach helps people clarify what they want to change, develop self-awareness, and move at a pace that feels right for them, making it useful for concerns like self-esteem, life transitions, and coping with stress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical approach that looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT offers tools for managing anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and unhelpful habits by teaching skills to reframe thinking and change behavioral patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Richardson-Cline collaborates with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time to fit individual needs.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility and accessibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, or physical limitations. These options allow licensed professionals to offer consistent, ongoing support in ways that fit a personâs life while maintaining a focus on effective, goal-oriented care.

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