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Dr. Brenden Troster, LMFT
Minnesota
LMFT - Anxiety and Trauma focused
See online therapy options- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and ACT methods
About Brenden
Dr. Brenden Troster is an LMFT practicing in Minnesota with seven years of clinical therapy experience and a background in developmental psychology. He has worked in school-based mental health, addiction treatment, residential care for children and teens, and outpatient settings. He helps people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addiction, relationship challenges, grief, and parenting strain.
Before becoming a therapist he spent many years as a coach, and that practical experience informs his approach. He listens for the patterns that keep people stuck and helps them try different ways of responding. Sessions focus on concrete steps, building skills, and addressing what gets in the way of daily functioning.
Dr. Troster draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and the Gottman Method among other approaches. He prefers a collaborative style - clients describe their goals and he offers strategies to test between sessions. Progress is tracked with specific actions rather than vague promises.
He has supported people with complex presentations including co-occurring conditions, self-harm, addiction including pornography, and recovery from abuse. He also works with concerns such as sleep problems, anger, career stress, intimacy issues, and compassion fatigue. His practice considers both short-term skill building and longer-term change.
Sessions are offered in English and are based in Minnesota. The therapist asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session to discuss goals and next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Troster uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, then builds practical experiments to try different responses. ACT focuses on values and committed action, helping people take meaningful steps even when strong emotions are present. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients can clarify goals and make their own choices.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress is reviewed.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into work days, reduce travel time, and use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Online work also makes it easier to move from skill learning in session to practicing those skills in everyday life without waiting for an in-person visit.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Minnesota, Iowa, Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, relationship issues, grief, parenting concerns, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem among other areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach focused on skills and behavior change. Sessions typically involve noticing unhelpful patterns and trying new responses between meetings.
What is his relevant background and experience?
He holds a PhD in Developmental Psychology and has seven years as a therapist plus over 25 years as a coach, with work in schools, addiction treatment, residential care, and outpatient settings.
What credentials and location information apply?
He is an MA LMFT and a Minnesota LMFT based in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are used for appointments?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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