WELCOME
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I am pleased to offer In Person and TeleHealth appointments! Virtual therapy is a great option that allows us to connect from the comfort and safety of your home. TeleHealth sessions are conducted using doxy.me, a video platform that’s easy to use and HIPAA compliant. Therapy can provide a safe and nurturing environment where you can share experiences and fears without judgment. Problems and relationships can sometimes be upsetting and discouraging leaving you feeling stuck or overwhelmed. I have experience and provide counseling to those struggling with:
I am a fully Certified EMDR Therapist. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is an integrative approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma, EMDR is also an effective method used for managing anxiety, fear, depressive symptoms and negative self beliefs that often keep us stuck.
As an EMDR Therapist I get really excited to see my clients meeting their personal goals and living life more fully- sometimes after one session of EMDR processing. Please check out this powerful YouTube video about EMDR courtesy of EMDR International Association at https://www.emdria.org. |
Lynn Harris Luetgers LMFT
CERTIFIED EMDR THERAPIST 612-385-6630 Contact me for more information or to schedule a complimentary 15 minute consultation.
Providing services to the Western Suburbs including: Victoria, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Maple Grove, Plymouth, Orono, Chaska, Eden Prairie, Chanhassen, Excelsior, Mound, Waconia, St. Boni, Long Lake, etc. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS 
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SERVICES
My experience includes working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, stress, fear, trauma, depressive symptoms and self worth issues. We'll work collaboratively to make positive, healthy changes in your life.
Utilizing a trauma lens and relationally focused viewpoint, we'll work together to identify and unlock the cycle and patterns that often create defensiveness and "walls" in your relationship.
I offer Trauma Consultation for adults seeking support who live outside of Minnesota.
RATES
Session Pricing for Individual In-Person & Teletherapy
50 minute session - $175.
30 minute session - $105.
A complimentary 15 minute consultation is available to new clients to answer your questions and explore your goals for therapy. Discounted fee services are available to clients with limited income upon request and are based on availability.
30 minute session - $105.
A complimentary 15 minute consultation is available to new clients to answer your questions and explore your goals for therapy. Discounted fee services are available to clients with limited income upon request and are based on availability.
Payment Options
Cash, Checks or Credit Cards are accepted and payment is due at each session.
You have the convenient option to pay using your credit, debit, HSA, FSA or PayPal account. Select session option, add to cart, then you'll have the option to use PayPal or check out using another credit/debit card. A PayPal account is not required.
You have the convenient option to pay using your credit, debit, HSA, FSA or PayPal account. Select session option, add to cart, then you'll have the option to use PayPal or check out using another credit/debit card. A PayPal account is not required.
Insurance
To provide you with the most personal and confidential therapy services, I do not submit billing to insurance organizations. Your Insurance provider may pay for out-of-network services, depending on your plan. Alternatively, you can use your FSA or HSA to cover services. Please check your coverage carefully.
Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
Forms
Please print and fill out the 3 forms below and bring them with you to your first appointment.
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What to expect. During our first appointment we'll begin discussing the changes you'd like to see happening in your life, your expectations, and begin developing a treatment plan. Together, we'll create a "counseling roadmap" so you know where we're going and indicators that tell us when we get there.
EMDR
Why EMDR?
Sometimes negative experiences, memories or traumas that aren't processed properly can result in increased anxiety, depression, reactivity, nightmares and feeling triggered.
Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) speeds up processing of distressing experiences and memories by stimulating both the emotional and intellectual parts of our brain, similar to the REM sleep cycle, therefore reducing anxiety. Statistics report fast and positive outcome rates for most clients treated with EMDR.
Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) speeds up processing of distressing experiences and memories by stimulating both the emotional and intellectual parts of our brain, similar to the REM sleep cycle, therefore reducing anxiety. Statistics report fast and positive outcome rates for most clients treated with EMDR.
How does EMDR work?
During EMDR, a therapist works with the client to identify disturbing issues that get locked in the brain. EMDR therapy uses eye movement, auditory or tactile stimulation, which repeatedly activates the opposite sides of the brain, releasing emotional experiences that are "trapped" in the nervous system. This assists the neurophysiological system, the basis of the mind/body connection, to free itself of blockages. By the end of the session, most client's report a decreased level of distress.
Who performs EMDR?
EMDR trained professionals are required to complete 2 phases of training in addition to supervised consultation. Please ask your therapist about their qualifications and experience in dealing with your particular issue. EMDR may be used as an adjunct to traditional therapy with a separate therapist or as a treatment by itself.
How long does EMDR take?
One or two sessions at the onset of therapy are required to answer questions, identify issues and determine if EMDR is right for you. Once EMDR therapy begins, the amount and types of issues will determine how many sessions are necessary. Each session lasts 50 minutes.
Does EMDR really work?
Controlled studies consistently found that EMDR effectively decreases or eliminates symptoms of intrusive thoughts, nightmares and anxiety for the majority of clients.
Can EMDR help me?
If you feel that anxiety is affecting your life, there is hope. I am a certified EMDR clinician and I'd be happy to talk with you more about how this technique might work for you. Please contact me with any questions or to schedule a complimentary 15min consult to determine if EMDR would be a good fit for you.
This information and more can be found at EMDR International Association or EMDR Institute websites.
This information and more can be found at EMDR International Association or EMDR Institute websites.
RESOURCES
How stress impacts your health, relationships and more ...
Here's what happens: Something stressful comes up. It may be related to work, finances, relationships, family, or even your history. Your amygdala, an almond-shaped part of your midbrain, senses danger and initiates your body’s "fight-or-flight" response to stress. The body releases adrenaline and cortisol (known as the stress hormone), diverting blood away from your major internal organs and into your large muscle groups, leaving you less able to digest food and absorb nutrients (and in the long term, retain weight).
As these stressful thoughts continue over time, your blood pressure increases while your body's immune response decreases. Your brain’s creative center is deemed "nonessential" and shuts down. Down go your problem-solving abilities, your creative skills, and your intuition. In this physiological "crisis mode," you’re more vulnerable to chronic illnesses like arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, stomach ulcers, and more. You feel increasingly irritable, isolated, and impatient. Your relationships suffer. Your sleep quality diminishes, and your metabolism slows.
The prolonged effects of stress: After releasing too much cortisol for too long, your body goes into adrenal fatigue, making you feel depleted, exhausted, and depressed. You no longer have the energy to adhere to your exercise routine, your healthy eating, meditation, or yoga practices. Migraines, insomnia, stress-related hair loss, chronic pain, and any number of other issues become regular parts of your life. Battling low energy makes it tough to focus.
It's important to recognize the signs because you can manage it. Many people turn to food, alcohol, drugs, etc., for stress relief, but what are some healthier options?
Breath work, aerobic exercise, mindfulness and meditation practices, yoga; focusing on gut health and sleep hygiene; addressing negative self beliefs and unrealistic expectations- These are a just a few good strategies.
With chronic stress on the rise, it's important to start self-care rituals and continue to expand your anxiety toolbox.
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As these stressful thoughts continue over time, your blood pressure increases while your body's immune response decreases. Your brain’s creative center is deemed "nonessential" and shuts down. Down go your problem-solving abilities, your creative skills, and your intuition. In this physiological "crisis mode," you’re more vulnerable to chronic illnesses like arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, stomach ulcers, and more. You feel increasingly irritable, isolated, and impatient. Your relationships suffer. Your sleep quality diminishes, and your metabolism slows.
The prolonged effects of stress: After releasing too much cortisol for too long, your body goes into adrenal fatigue, making you feel depleted, exhausted, and depressed. You no longer have the energy to adhere to your exercise routine, your healthy eating, meditation, or yoga practices. Migraines, insomnia, stress-related hair loss, chronic pain, and any number of other issues become regular parts of your life. Battling low energy makes it tough to focus.
It's important to recognize the signs because you can manage it. Many people turn to food, alcohol, drugs, etc., for stress relief, but what are some healthier options?
Breath work, aerobic exercise, mindfulness and meditation practices, yoga; focusing on gut health and sleep hygiene; addressing negative self beliefs and unrealistic expectations- These are a just a few good strategies.
With chronic stress on the rise, it's important to start self-care rituals and continue to expand your anxiety toolbox.
mindbodygreen.health
4-7-8 Breath: lower your stress and anxiety in one minute
One of the most effective stress management techniques I've discovered is the 4-7-8 Breath Exercise. Here’s how:
To get the most from this exercise, think about breathing into your diaphragm, not shallow "chest" breathing. Your stomach area should rise more than your chest. Practice breathing throughout the day and notice the difference!
- Sit or lay down comfortably.
- Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose, to a mental count of 4.
- Hold your breath for a count of 7.
- Exhale completely in one long breath through your mouth, to a count of 8.
- Now inhale again and repeat the cycle for a total of four breaths.
To get the most from this exercise, think about breathing into your diaphragm, not shallow "chest" breathing. Your stomach area should rise more than your chest. Practice breathing throughout the day and notice the difference!
Emergency Situations
If you feel you are in a crisis situation that requires immediate assistance, please call 911, go to an emergency room, or contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.