- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- CBT and ACT
About Lynn
Lynn Craig is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Minnesota with 32 years of practice. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, parenting, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, and family of origin concerns.
Lynn draws on client-centered and humanistic ideas, starting from the view that clients know themselves best. Sessions focus on practical steps and building on strengths. She uses clear tools from cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try different ways of responding.
Her background includes work in healthcare, schools, residential programs, and mental health clinics. That variety has shaped a flexible approach that aims to match methods to what each person needs. She pays attention to communication, attachment, and how past family roles show up now.
In a session Lynn talks through current problems, identifies small changes to test, and teaches skills to manage moods, urges, or relationship patterns. She checks progress so people see if something is helping and adjusts the plan when needed.
Lynn also brings experience with adoption and foster care, first responder issues, gender dysphoria, and challenges around fertility and grief. She works with people on eating and body image concerns, substance use, ADHD-related struggles, and guilt or shame that can follow difficult life events.
How Lynn uses evidence-based approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and practice small actions that match those values, often used for anxiety, avoidance, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with respect and letting the person guide the topics, which can help when sorting out family roles and expectations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete tools to test unhelpful thoughts and change reactions, useful for depression, anxiety, and managing impulses.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Lynn will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on what feels useful. That collaborative process means methods may shift over a few sessions as priorities become clearer.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins, and remove the need to travel. Therapists can use mindfulness exercises, ACT experiments, and CBT skill practice in remote sessions to help people notice patterns from their family of origin and try new responses.
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Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Minnesota, Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting, addictions, eating concerns, self-esteem, relationship and family problems, and family of origin issues among others.
What is her general approach in therapy?
Her approach is integrative and client-centered, emphasizing strengths, practical skills, and clear methods from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 32 years of experience working in healthcare, schools, residential settings, and mental health clinics.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LMSW and LICSW and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Current session formats are not specified here; please confirm the available formats before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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