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Laurie Orbeck, LICSW

Strengths-focused LICSW supporting adults and teens
  • CBT centered practice
  • Incorporates DBT skills
  • Video phone chat messaging

About Laurie Orbeck

Laurie Orbeck is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with deep experience in social services and clinical care. She has spent three decades working within social service systems and for the past 19 years has focused on providing therapy to adults and teens. Her clinical practice centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical, skills-based approach - while also drawing on elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, strength-based strategies, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care.

Laurie approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, viewing the therapeutic relationship as a privileged opportunity to build on a person’s existing resources and skills. Her work emphasizes collaboration: identifying concrete tools, practicing new coping strategies, and tailoring interventions to match each individual’s goals and life circumstances. She aims to help people manage the challenges life presents by strengthening resilience, clarifying priorities, and supporting sustained change.

As an LICSW Laurie holds an advanced clinical social work license, which reflects specialized training and authorization to provide psychotherapy. Her practice style combines practical techniques with compassionate attention to each person’s story and strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

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 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. Laurie holds the LICSW credential. LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, a license that indicates advanced clinical social work training and the ability to provide psychotherapy. License details are MN LICSW 17315.

In which languages does Laurie Orbeck provide therapy?

Laurie provides therapy in English.

Where is Laurie Orbeck located?

Laurie is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Laurie Orbeck as my therapist?

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

Does Laurie Orbeck work with international clients?

No. 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 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 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Laurie Orbeck’s work draws heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, along with solution-focused techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering concrete skills for managing intense feelings and improving relationships. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on goals and strengths, helping clients identify actionable steps and small changes that move them toward what matters most.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Laurie collaborates with each person to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies over time so the work remains useful and relevant. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to the individual rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy with Laurie is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats increase flexibility, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from different locations, and use a communication style that feels most comfortable. Licensed professionals can deliver effective treatment through these modalities while working with clients to apply therapeutic skills between sessions.

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