About
He specializes in couples issues, anxiety, men's mental health, OCD, spirituality, life transitions, and trauma. Knute believes every client enters therapy with innate wisdom and strengths, and he works with clients to identify these strengths, learn new skills, and gain insights to build resiliency and healing in ways that are unique to each individual. He draws upon various models, including somatic, trauma-informed, emotion-focused, nature-based, Gottman, Attachment theory, Adlerian, person-centered, and neuroscience models. Knute is LGBTQIA+ affirming and strives to provide a warm and nonjudgmental space for his clients. He encourages clients to bring their outdoor, art, music, spiritual, and expressive needs into the therapy space.
Insurance & payment
Knute Christian Sands accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HealthPartners of MN and WI, and UCare insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- UCare
Listed fee: $150 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Couples Counseling
Knute offers support to couples seeking to work through issues and build stronger relationships.
Anxiety Therapy
He specializes in helping clients manage anxiety and develop coping strategies for a more resilient life.
Trauma and PTSD Therapy
Knute works with clients to address trauma and PTSD, using a trauma-informed approach to promote healing and growth.
Individual Therapy for Adults and Teens
He offers individual therapy to adults and teens (13+), addressing a range of issues including men's mental health, OCD, and life transitions.