- CBT focused
- Skill building
- Strengths based
About Laurie
Laurie Orbeck is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 17 years of clinical experience. She brings a practical, strengths-based approach to sessions and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and life changes. Laurie uses everyday language and clear steps to help clients feel understood and make small, usable changes.
Her work centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. Laurie emphasizes building on existing strengths and teaching skills that people can use between sessions. She aims to make therapy collaborative and goal-oriented so progress feels concrete.
Laurie has a long background in social services and has provided therapy to adults and teens for many years. That experience informs a practical style focused on coping skills, communication, and managing strong emotions. She also addresses issues such as grief, addiction, parenting strain, and career-related stress.
In sessions she works at a steady pace and adapts tools to each person’s needs. Expect straightforward conversation, skill practice, and problem-solving tailored to real-life demands. The goal is clearer thinking, better coping, and improved day-to-day functioning.
She practices in Minnesota and conducts work in English. People considering therapy are invited to review options and confirm session details before booking.
How Laurie’s approaches adapt to online work
Laurie commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her practice. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication for people who struggle with intense feelings.She also uses mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to help people notice what’s happening in the moment and to find practical next steps. Mindfulness can reduce reactivity, while solution-focused work narrows attention to doable changes and immediate goals.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Laurie will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what helps. That collaborative process makes it easier to mix tools from different methods when needed.
Session formats are not listed in this profile, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or letting people use a phone call instead of video when that suits them. Licensed professionals and therapists tailor pacing and exercises so therapy integrates with daily routines rather than adding burden.
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Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Laurie address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, career stress, ADHD, and other mood or coping challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
Laurie uses a practical, strengths-based style that focuses on usable skills and clear goals. Sessions combine talking, skill practice, and short-term problem solving.
How long has she worked in therapy?
Laurie has 17 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a long background in social services.
Where does Laurie practice and what is her credential?
She practices in Minnesota and holds the MN LICSW credential listed as LICSW.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Do you need to confirm session formats before booking?
Yes. The therapist's profile does not specify session formats here, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Laurie?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.