Dr. Mark Thelen, MN Psychologist
Experienced psychologist who centers your story
Details
| Name | Dr. Mark Thelen |
|---|---|
| Credentials | MN Psychologist |
| Based in | Minnesota |
| Licensed in | Minnesota |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 40 |
About Mark
Dr. Mark Thelen helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by life. He focuses on everyday problems like stress, anxiety, sleep trouble, grief, and problems with mood or motivation.
He speaks plainly and aims to make sessions feel practical and relatable for worried parents and busy adults. He has 40 years of experience as a Minnesota psychologist, MN Psychologist 2992, and has worked in community mental health centers, hospitals, small clinics, and independent practice.
Background and approach
That range shaped a straightforward style that mixes listening with clear tools people can try between sessions. In sessions he pays attention to each person's story and strengths. He uses approaches such as Narrative Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns, test new ways of thinking, and try small changes.
He also brings solution-focused ideas to set achievable steps forward. People who work with him can expect practical conversations about what is happening now and what they want next. He talks through concrete skills for managing anger, improving sleep, or handling stressful situations.
He frames difficulties as problems to be worked on together rather than labels. Dr. Thelen supports people coping with life changes, relationship strains, addiction concerns, parenting stress, and compassion fatigue.
His approach balances listening with active problem-solving so clients leave with clear next steps.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger management among the things Mark works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Traumatic brain injury
- Workplace issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Mark among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Mark among the ways he works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Mark among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Mark among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Mark among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Mark directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Mark directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Narrative and Practical Therapies Work Online
Dr. Thelen uses Narrative Therapy to help people tell and rethink the stories they live by, which can shift how problems are seen and reduce their hold. He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening without judgment and building on a person’s strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try concrete behavior changes that can ease anxiety or mood problems.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. He will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels doable. Together they try methods, review what helps, and adjust the plan so the work stays relevant and realistic.
Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and shared visual work. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging can support quick reflections, notes between sessions, or coaching-style check-ins. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep momentum between meetings.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style centers your story and strengths while offering clear tools. Sessions mix listening with practical exercises and small steps to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has 40 years of professional experience across community mental health centers, hospital units, small group clinics, and independent practice.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered as MN Psychologist 2992 and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what works best for the person.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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