Norah Knabe, LMFT
Minnesota LMFT for relationships and resilience
- Individual therapy
- Couples and family therapy
- Animal assisted approaches
About Norah Knabe
Norah Knabe is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Minnesota who offers individual, couples, and family therapy both online and in outpatient settings. She has been in practice since 2011 and brings a blend of practical strategies and compassionate support to people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, eating and body image concerns, mood disorders, addictions, and trauma-related difficulties.
Norah focuses on helping clients name and regulate emotions, validate their experiences, and develop skills that reduce symptoms while addressing underlying patterns that contribute to distress. She draws on evidence-informed techniques to provide actionable tools for coping with life changes, parenting challenges, career stress, and issues of intimacy and attachment.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, Norah has a special interest in animal-assisted approaches and the therapeutic use of emotional support animals when appropriate. She aims to empower people by hearing their stories, offering practical strategies for emotion regulation, and supporting gradual steps toward meaningful change. Prospective clients who are seeking a collaborative, empathic therapist will find a practitioner who values connection, resilience, and steady progress.
Norah focuses on helping clients name and regulate emotions, validate their experiences, and develop skills that reduce symptoms while addressing underlying patterns that contribute to distress. She draws on evidence-informed techniques to provide actionable tools for coping with life changes, parenting challenges, career stress, and issues of intimacy and attachment.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, Norah has a special interest in animal-assisted approaches and the therapeutic use of emotional support animals when appropriate. She aims to empower people by hearing their stories, offering practical strategies for emotion regulation, and supporting gradual steps toward meaningful change. Prospective clients who are seeking a collaborative, empathic therapist will find a practitioner who values connection, resilience, and steady progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Norah Knabe have?
Norah Knabe has 15 years of clinical experience.
Is Norah Knabe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license is MN LMFT 2731.
In which languages does Norah Knabe provide therapy?
Norah provides therapy in English.
Where is Norah Knabe located?
Norah is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Norah Knabe as my therapist?
You can work with Norah through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Norah Knabe work with international clients?
No. Norah does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Norah Knabe cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Norah. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online
Norah typically integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship where the therapist supports the client's own capacity for growth and self-understanding - it is useful for building self-esteem, processing relationships, and finding direction during life transitions.CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more constructive patterns. It is practical for anxiety, depression, stress, and symptom reduction through skill building and problem solving. DBT provides structured strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and coping with urges.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Norah works with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adjusting methods over time to match changing needs and progress.
Online therapy with Norah is offered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and flexibility. These options allow people to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from home or elsewhere while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to each individual.