- Client-centered care
- Relationship support
- Parenting guidance
About Kim
Kim Putz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Minnesota who focuses on helping people facing emotional struggles that get in the way of daily life. She often works with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, relationship stress, and parenting concerns. Kim aims to bring empathy and a straightforward presence to sessions so clients feel heard and understood.
She uses client-centered principles to build a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a person’s priorities guide the work. That approach pairs with methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice what matters, shift unhelpful patterns, and take steps that fit their values.
Kim also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method when relationship patterns are central to the issue. She has a special interest in family dynamics, blended family issues, caregiving stress, and attachment-related concerns. Parenting, communication problems, and infidelity are among the areas she addresses in practical ways.
Her background includes 14 years of clinical experience and certification in Prepare/Enrich, a program designed to prepare couples for marriage and strengthen existing relationships. She sees individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families and adapts her work to each person’s situation.
Kim works in English and practices in Minnesota. People who want to start can expect to focus on concrete goals, steady progress, and tools to manage stress and life changes.
How Kim's Approaches Work Online
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person in the room and follows the client's lead. It emphasizes empathy, respect, and understanding so people can name what matters and choose the direction of change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then take steps that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete skills to change them.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to identify goals and try methods that fit the client’s needs and preferences. That collaborative process often includes checking in and adjusting techniques over time so the work stays practical and relevant.
The biography does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to involve a partner or family member from different locations when relationship work is needed. Licensed professionals will discuss logistics and help match the format to the client’s goals and daily schedule.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Kim commonly help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, grief, addictions, trauma, and related concerns such as anger, self-esteem, and career stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is empathetic and authentic, guided by client-centered principles and practical techniques from ACT and CBT to address thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kim brings 14 years of experience working with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families across a range of emotional and relational issues.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Minnesota and practices there.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current options before booking to learn whether in-person or online sessions are offered.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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