Blue Cross Blue Shield (Medicaid) Therapists in Minnesota

Accessing mental health care with Blue Cross Blue Shield (Medicaid) can provide affordable, reliable support tailored to your needs, though finding available providers can sometimes be a challenge. With 18 verified therapists in Minnesota who accept Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicaid, you can choose from therapeutic options like cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, and supportive counseling to address issues such as anxiety, trauma, or family dynamics. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is accepting new clients and has upcoming availability, making it simpler to connect with in-network care that aligns with your Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicaid coverage.

Availability updated: 12/6/2025

Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Autism
Parenting
Trauma and PTSD
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Congratulations on taking this first step forward in your growth journey. I take a wholistic aproach to therapy, and believe that you hold the key to your own healing. I am passionate about working with people of all ages and backgrounds to find a way forward through difficult situations. My promise to provide a nonjudgmental space for you to become empowered and experience hope. I have 17 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and the aging population. My background includes work in educational, residential, and outpatient settings. You don't have to stay "stuck", and you don't have to do it alone!
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Crisis Intervention
Family Therapy
Foster Care/Adoption
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Meet Mike Arieta, LICSW Hello and welcome. I’m Mike Arieta, a licensed clinical social worker with nearly three decades of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and teens through life’s most complex challenges. Since 1995, I’ve worked across diverse settings—from foster care and homelessness to adoption and refugee support—and have been practicing clinically since 2011. My therapeutic approach is body-based and trauma-informed. I believe our bodies often speak before our minds can make sense of what we’re feeling. This philosophy guides my work with clients navigating trauma, PTSD, and transitions that require deep emotional resilience. I integrate movement-based and somatic strategies to help clients reconnect with themselves and their communities. Currently, I’m completing my Doctor of Social Work degree at Tulane University, where my research focuses on trauma recovery and evidence-informed practices that foster healing. I also hold advanced training in adoption competence and provide support to foster youth, adoptive families, and caregivers navigating complex systems. Therapy, for me, is a collaborative journey. I’m honored to walk alongside my clients as they reclaim their stories, build strength, and move toward meaningful change. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about my work—I look forward to connecting with you.
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Empowering

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. I have several years of experience providing therapy services. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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ADHD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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Hi there, my name is Amanda, welcome to my profile:) I am a licensed mental health counselor committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and hope. My practice focuses on solution-focused therapies tailored to people experiencing anxiety, depression, as well as ADHD and OCD. I work collaboratively with clients to uncover strengths, set practical goals, and create change—one step at a time. In addition to traditional mental health care, I offer spiritual counseling for individuals from all faiths and backgrounds.
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Authentic
Direct

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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC) and I am based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota working with clients statewide via telehealth. I enjoy working with adults 18+ and specialize in addiction, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions. I have experience working in outpatient treatment programs as well as individual therapy.
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Holistic
Warm
Intelligent

Specialties

Addiction
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Welcome! I'm Violet Scheibel. First, please take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and many more. I believe you are the expert in yourself and I there to assist in this process. I see therapy like you are driving the car and I am in the passenger seat riding copilot offering new tools, organizing the tools you already have and providing a different perspective. More than any modality of therapy the success therapy is dependent on how you, the client, feel in the relationship with your therapist. It is not something to tough out and I encourage you to work with someone you feel you connect with, can be open and honest with.
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Empowering
Authentic

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Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Self Esteem
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Hello! I am Dr. Iesha McLeod, a licensed psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based, culturally responsive care to adults navigating challenges related to mood, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. My clinical approach emphasizes collaboration, insight, and the development of practical coping strategies to support growth and well-being. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that fosters safety, self-understanding, and sustainable change.
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Solution oriented
Empowering
Authentic

Specialties

Sex Therapy
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a trauma informed care practitioner with 16 years of experience in supporting people through a healing journey with EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing and Jungian Dream Analysis. We enter your story with compassion. I am passionate about providing gentle and considerate care. My office is located on a bus line within an ADA accessible building and off-street parking. Virtual sessions are offered. My space is designed for comfort and safety in downtown Duluth, Minnesota.
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Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
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Hello and welcome! I'm Alexandra Brown and I currently work with adults ages 18 and over in individual, couples, and family therapy. At the heart I'm an emotionally-focused therapist who sees through an attachment-based lens. I also incorporate pieces of cognitive-behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, and relational therapy in my work with clients. I believe that true healing cannot occur in isolation, and that the healing process in therapy begins with building a strong and trusting therapeutic alliance. Through building this relationship, we can work together to identify goals, increase understanding of unhelpful patterns leading to distress, and ultimately enact sustainable change. This process, or "the work" in therapy with me does not just consist of addressing and managing surface-level symptoms of various mental health struggles, such as depression, anxiety, or interpersonal conflict, but it involves digging deeper into the issues underlying them. Only then can you gain awareness around how the symptoms began to take life, how they do not serve you anymore, and how to create long-lasting change based on the newly discovered parts of yourself you will uncover in this work.
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Intelligent
Warm
Open-minded

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Addiction
Anxiety
Career Counseling
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Hello, I'm Dr. Aja King, a Counseling Psychologist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in Minnesota. I view therapy as a collaborative journey with someone who comprehends life's complexities. Despite the challenges, I believe in the potential for recovery, inner peace, and clarity. With 23 years of experience in mental health, spanning various states including Alabama, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Minnesota, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including geriatrics, addiction, trauma/crisis, families, and those affected by domestic violence.
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Warm
Authentic

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Depression
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
My name is Myste. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe in the power of resilience and the unique strenghts each person brings to their healing journey. My approach is collaborative, affirming, and grounding in the belief that meaningful change happens when we feel seen, heard, and supported. I specialized in helping clients navigate anxiety, life transitions, identity exploration and relationship challenges, using evidence-based practices with compassionate, inclusive lens. Together, we'll build on your strengths and develop tools to foster growth, balance, and connection.
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Warm
Humorous

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Addiction
Substance Misuse
Suicidal Ideation
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Hello, Hola! I am Elisa Sarmento, MA, LADC, LPCC, based out of Bloomington, MN, fully licensed and working through telehealth in both Minnesota and Florida, practicing for over 15 years. I provide both bilingual (Spanish/English) psychotherapy, life coaching services and am particularly passionate about working with the specific challenges faced by individuals (teens and adults) living in fear and addiction.
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Humorous
Warm

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Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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My first career includes 17 years of retail management. I worked in multiple divisions, environments, and roles within the retail management industry. Most of my experiences were in the Big-Box retail environments or within the corporate office environment, so I understand the expectations and stressors of P&L management, marketing, staff performance/recruitment/training & development, shrinkage, O.S.H.A. compliance, and merchandising. I transitioned from the retail management industry to the human services industry in March of 2010 after receiving my master’s degree in Human Services with a specialty in Mental Health Counseling. This information is pertinent for adults who need assistance to cope with work-life balance, corporate industry standards, stressful work environments, conflict management with co-workers, and work performance due to compassion fatigue or inappropriate time management.
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Empowering
Humorous

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Anxiety
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for serving diverse communities. Hailing from the vibrant culture of Puerto Rico and rooted in the bustling landscape of NY/NJ, I proudly offer bilingual services, fluent in both English and Spanish, catering to the needs of the Spanish-speaking community. Beyond my professional role, I identify as a mother, Christian, woman of color, avid gardener, makeup enthusiast, and devoted animal lover. With extensive training in modalities such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, Imago, Psychodynamic Theory, and Attachment Theory, I bring a comprehensive toolkit to my practice, ensuring tailored therapeutic options for each individual I work with. From trauma recovery to relationship dynamics, I am dedicated to empowering my clients on their journey towards healing and personal growth.
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Open-minded
Solution oriented

Specialties

Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Self Esteem
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Happy to meet you! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota, born and raised in Miami, Florida. I received my Masters from the Florida International University and have been practicing for 7 years. I am bilingual, speaking English and Spanish. I'm a fellow traveler in life and help people find their fulfillment in life. I've had experience with parents, adults with SPMI, adults struggling with life changes. I have Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of Florida and have been practicing for 7 years. I help young adults struggling with career stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves experience in the LGBTQ+ community, Latino community, large families and developing healthy boundaries. I have also worked in addressing challenges related to issues such as men's concerns, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, addiction, young adults, relationship issues, and grief.
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Open-minded
Empowering

Specialties

First Responders/Healthcare Workers
LGBTQ
Spirituality
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Hi, I’m Micah (he/him), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I provide affirming, trauma-informed care to LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC communities, and others navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions. My approach is strength-based and humanistic—I believe you are the expert on your own experience, and I’m here to support you in uncovering what healing and growth look like for you. I’m not here to give you a one-size-fits-all answer or sell you a quick fix. Instead, I offer a grounded, collaborative space where we can explore patterns, values, and goals together. I know therapy can feel vulnerable, and I work to build trust through honesty, warmth, and a deep respect for the complexity of who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, curious, or ready for change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
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Solution oriented
Intelligent
Empowering

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Sexual Abuse
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
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I believe in the healing power of a strong therapeutic alliance. My practice is based on the conviction that with the right support, everyone can effect change in their lives. My style is caring and not judgmental; I utilize Cognitive behavioral therapy, existential therapy, and Brief Cognitive hypnosis to guide you in the process of learning new skills to manage your thoughts, emotions and behavior. I am clinically licensed in the states of Illinois, Texas, Utah and Minnesota. I have been providing therapy through video sessions for more than three years. I am bilingual in Spanish and English. I am a painter and a poet; I consider that Art is another wonderful tool to achieve healing.
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Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Perinatal Mental Health
Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Minnesota. I hold a Master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and have over four years of experience in the field. I specialize in supporting clients with a wide range of issues, from everyday mental health concerns to severe and persistent mental illnesses. My therapeutic approach extends to couples therapy as well, where I work to strengthen relationships by promoting effective communication and fostering mutual understanding.
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Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Minnesota rather than a city like Minneapolis?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Minnesota from Saint Paul to Rochester! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Minnesota.

Will my therapist take Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid?

Yes! If you use Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

What are the "Clients say I’m" badges?

Grow Therapy asks patients about their experience with therapists after they have had a certain number of sessions. After enough responses, we add those characteristics to their profiles to help you find the best online therapists for you. We're still working on collecting this information from all our therapists.

Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What to expect during your first session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.