Laurie Orbeck, LICSW

LICSW specializing in CBT and life changes

CBT and DBT informed
Works with adults and teens
Focus on grief and stress

About Laurie Orbeck

Laurie Orbeck is a LICSW - a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - with a long career in social services and extensive experience providing psychotherapy. She has spent three decades working within social services and has delivered therapy to adults and teens for the past 19 years. Her work centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she also integrates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, strength-based approaches, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care into her clinical practice.

Laurie approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, emphasizing clients' existing resources and skills as the foundation for managing life’s challenges. She regards the role of therapist as a privileged position and focuses on helping people build practical strategies and skills to address stress, grief, relationship concerns, mood difficulties, addictions, and other challenges. Her style blends evidence-informed techniques with attention to individual goals, aiming to support adults and adolescents in navigating change and improving day-to-day functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCancerCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Laurie Orbeck have?

Laurie Orbeck has 17 years of experience.

Is Laurie Orbeck a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LICSW. License details: MN LICSW 17315.

In which languages does Laurie Orbeck provide therapy?

Laurie Orbeck provides therapy in English.

Where is Laurie Orbeck located?

Laurie Orbeck is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Laurie Orbeck as my therapist?

Clients can work with Laurie Orbeck through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Laurie Orbeck work with international clients?

Laurie Orbeck does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Laurie Orbeck cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be the right option?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy makes a real difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is the flexibility it provides. Clients can connect with licensed professionals using the mode that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and maintain continuity of care.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may choose to switch providers if they prefer a different fit. For people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints, online therapy can expand access to consistent therapeutic support while using many of the same evidence-informed methods found in face-to-face care.

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