LICSW

Laurie Orbeck, LICSW

Experience17 years
LocationMinnesota
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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About Laurie

Laurie Orbeck is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 17 years of direct therapy experience in Minnesota.

Background and approach

She centers her work in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while drawing on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-informed techniques to help people develop practical skills for day-to-day challenges. Laurie approaches clients from a strengths-based perspective, aiming to build on existing skills and resilience rather than starting from deficits.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and career questions, and ADHD among other focus areas. Laurie also offers support for more specific situations such as blended family dynamics, hospice and end-of-life counseling, compulsive behaviors, panic symptoms, and coping with life transitions.

She emphasizes collaboration, helping each person identify goals and the strategies that fit their circumstances. Sessions are offered in multiple online formats to increase accessibility, and Laurie helps clients find approaches that match their preferences and needs.

Her background in social services informs a pragmatic, compassionate style that balances structure with empathy.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them through behavioral experiments and practical exercises; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and many daily coping challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness through concrete skills practice, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that support coping with rumination, stress, and mood fluctuations.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Laurie works collaboratively with clients to explore which combination of methods best matches their goals, symptoms, and preferences, adjusting tools and pacing as the work unfolds. This shared planning helps tailor sessions to practical outcomes and supports steady skill building.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during life changes, and use a mix of synchronous and asynchronous contact when useful for practice and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does she address?

Laurie works with many issues including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem, career questions, and ADHD among other focus areas.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her practice is pragmatic and strengths-based, using CBT as a foundation while integrating DBT, mindfulness techniques, and solution-focused strategies to build coping skills and practical tools.

What is her background and experience level?

She has 17 years of therapy experience and a longer history in social services, working with adults and teens over the course of her career.

Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?

Laurie holds the credential LICSW and is licensed in Minnesota with MN LICSW 17315.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working together?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.

How is cost and payment handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCancerCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

Minnesota

Languages

English

What Laurie can help with

Laurie Orbeck works with clients on stress and anxiety, grief, and depression.

How Laurie approaches therapy

Laurie's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Laurie is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Minnesota, with 17 years of clinical experience.