Kari Hammer, MA, LPC-S

I am passionate about supporting adult clients (18+, telehealth only) through the many seasons of life, especially during times of transition that can feel overwhelming or distressing. As a person-centered psychotherapist, my goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and shame-free space where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges. Together, we work toward healing, growth, and greater self-understanding. My hope is for each client to feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I bring care, compassion, kindness, and—when appropriate—humor into the therapeutic relationship.

My clinical interests include depression, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence, adjustment to life transitions, grief and bereavement, caregiving challenges, trauma, and recovery from sexual abuse. I also have experience supporting individuals within the LGBTGEQIAP+ community, clients impacted by HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, and terminal illness, as well as families and loved ones of sex offenders. In addition, I provide sex offender aftercare treatment.

Friends often describe me as attentive, caring, a good listener, and sometimes funny. Outside of my work, I enjoy music, walking, hiking, biking, connecting with others, and spending time near water.

Credentials:

I hold an LPC-S license in the State of Minnesota and am currently under supervision while I work toward my LPCC licensure, which requires 4,000 clinical hours. I also hold a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management.

Educational Background

Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marshall University, Huntington, WV

Master of Nonprofit Management, Regis University, Denver, CO

Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration, St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN