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Sarah Krohn, MSW, LICSW

I’ve spent more than 20 years serving clients in the behavioral health field, and one thing has remained true throughout my career: I continue to be amazed by the human capacity for growth and healing. I see my job as helping you tap into your innate capacity for healing by offering the tools, support, and space you need to move toward the life you want to create.

I specialize in individual therapy for adults and adolescents who are navigating mood and anxiety disorders, relationship challenges, life transitions (e.g., college/post‑high school changes, job shifts, or divorce), cultural and social identity concerns, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. Additionally, I am passionate about supporting clients experiencing trauma symptoms or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. I also have extensive experience working with clients experiencing new and long-standing serious mental illness, including psychotic disorders, major depressive disorder, and bipolar disorder.

I take an integrative, evidence‑based approach to therapy, grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In our work together, we will explore the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, identify patterns that may be getting in your way, and build practical strategies to help you feel more grounded and confident to support you moving toward your goals.

I also bring in developmental and relational perspectives, helping you understand how early experiences and family dynamics may have shaped the beliefs you carry about yourself, others, and the future. Many people find that this insight opens the door to new ways of coping and responding to challenges.

My style is strengths‑based, relational, and person‑centered. I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard and supported, so I focus on building a trusting relationship where you can show up exactly as you are. Cultural humility is central to my practice — I value the identities, histories, and lived experiences each person brings, and I strive to create a space where your experience and history is honored.

I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from St. Thomas University, and I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals from many different backgrounds and communities. If you’re looking for a collaborative, compassionate space to explore what’s going on in your life and move toward healing, I’d be honored to work with you.

 
 

Education

 
  • Master's of Social Work - University of St. Thomas

  • Bachelor of Arts - Major in English, Minor in Theology

 
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 Clinical Experience

 
  • Gateway Recovery Center - Manager of Clinical Administration

    Residential detox services for folks with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MN - Clinical Program Development Manager

    Partnered with community providers to improve behavioral health care for BCBS members.

  • Perspectives, Inc. - Vice President - Supportive Housing and Clinical Programs

    Provides comprehensive wrap-around behavioral health, case management services, and supportive housing to support mothers and children overcoming multigenerational cycles of trauma, addiction, homelessness, and poverty.

  • Lutheran Social Service of MN - Regional Director - Behavioral Health

    Non-profit social service organization offering a wide range of programs supporting children, families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities.  

  • People Incorporated - Sr. Program Manager/Clinical Supervisor - Mental Health Crisis Residence

    Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) providing a safe and supportive environment for folks experiencing a mental health crisis

  • PrairieCare - Therapist - First Episode Psychosis Program and General Therapy

    Provides a wide variety of psychiatric services, including specialized, evidence-based Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed for young adults experiencing early signs of psychosis. 

  • Minneapolis VA Medical Center  - Therapist

    Hospital outpatient behavioral and mental health services tailored for Veterans.

  • PRIDE Institute - Clinical Social Worker

    Offers specialized identity-affirming mental health and addiction counseling designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ community.

  • Andrew Residence - Clinical Social Worker

    Long-term residential mental health treatment for folks with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders.