It’s time to finally move beyond stuck

Therapy for men and athletes in person or online in Minnesota

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If you’ve tried to figure it out on your own and still feel stuck…

You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, and told yourself to just push through — but nothing seems to change. You keep performing at work, on the court, showing up for your family, and doing what’s expected, yet inside it still feels like you’re falling short. The stress, burnout, and pressure keep building. You’re tired of feeling like you’re one bad day away from it all falling apart.

This isn’t about not trying hard enough — it’s about finally having real support from someone who understands how you carry these struggles differently. You don’t have to keep doing it alone.

Then you’ve found the right place.

Introducing Dan VerBout, MA, LPCC

Licensed therapist in the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota.

Dan VerBout Expert Therapist in Healing and Training and Development

As a Licensed Psychotherapist with specially trained in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, and Polyvagal Theory, I focus on helping your nervous system heal from the inside out. These approaches go beyond talking about the problem — they help your brain and body finally let go of stored stress, trauma, and emotional pain.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent years working in business and leadership roles. That background gives me a unique understanding of the pressure men and athletes face to always perform, provide, and push through — even when they’re running on empty. My clients often tell me they appreciate that I bring both expertise and real-world experience into every session.

If you’re ready to stop white-knuckling your way through and start building a life that actually feels good from the inside out, I’d be honored to walk that path with you.

Who Do I Work With?

I have a passion for working with two different groups of people: men who feel like they give it their all and are still stuck and athletes who find themselves wanting to elevate their performance or overcome challenges they have been facing with their performance.

Men Giving Their All

I help men who feel stuck — stuck in old habits, in unwanted sexual behaviors, or in patterns of overperforming and under-fulfillment. Many of the men I work with are driven, capable, and successful on the outside, yet inside they feel restless, disconnected, or ashamed of the things they can’t seem to control. My work helps you get to the root of those experiences so you can move toward a life that feels more grounded, confident, and whole.

I’m not here to judge or tell you who to be. I’m here to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. Together, we’ll work with both the mind and body to release what’s been holding you back — so you can perform better, feel calmer, and connect more deeply with the people and goals that matter most.

Athletes Ready to Elevate Their Performance

You’ve trained your body to perform — to push through pain, pressure, and doubt. But when your mind or emotions start getting in the way, it can feel confusing and frustrating. Maybe you’ve lost confidence after an injury, can’t seem to get “in the zone” again, or find yourself overthinking when it matters most. No amount of discipline or training seems to fix it.

This isn’t about being weak or losing your edge — it’s about understanding how your brain and body respond to stress, fear, and performance blocks. When your nervous system gets stuck in survival mode, your body can’t fully trust itself, and performance naturally suffers.

I help athletes release the tension, self-doubt, and mental blocks that interfere with their natural ability to perform. Using Brainspotting and Somatic Experiencing, we work directly with your body’s stress response to restore focus, confidence, and flow — not just during competition, but in life as well.

Many of the athletes I work with describe our sessions as the missing link between mental skills training and physical recovery. My goal isn’t just to get you back to where you were — it’s to help you perform and live with more presence, calm, and confidence than before.

Methods and Modalities

  • Brainspotting

  • Somatic Experiencing

  • Polyvagal Theory

  • Mindfulness / Self Compassion

  • Harm Reduction

Education and Licensure

  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (MN)

  • Certified in Brainspotting, Brainspotting Consultant (expected in 11/2025)

  • Polyvagal Theory Certificate

  • Trained in Somatic Experiencing - Intermediate Level

  • Master of Business Administration

  • Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services

  • Bachelor of Arts, Psychology & Sociology of Law, Criminology and Deviance

My Services & Fees

  • Individual Therapy: $165 per 50 min session

    Insurances Accepted : BCBS, UCare, Medica, UHC, UMR, Medical Assistance

  • Two Hour Intensive: $400

    Half Day Intensive (4 hours): $800

    Two Half Day Intensives (8 hours total): $1600

    Three Half Day Intensives (12 hours total): $2400

    Payment for intensives are due prior to the start of services. Insurance does not cover intensive services.

  • Reach out to Dan directly to discuss small group/ team mental health & mindset training and fees

  • Individual Brainspotting Consultation to meet the requirements Brainspotting Certification: $135 per session.