Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in Minnesota
Lighthouse Counseling has dedicated itself to strengthening marriages and fostering healthy families since 1993. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience in individual, couples, and family therapy, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and spiritual issues. All therapists hold advanced degrees from accredited institutions, ensuring evidence-based care tailored to each client's unique needs.We prioritize holistic treatment plans that integrate emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions across seven Minnesota locations. Our mission remains rooted in creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can achieve personal growth and relational healing through personalized guidance.
Services
Family Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Addiction Counseling
Spiritual Guidance
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years specializing in marriage and family therapy
- Seven convenient locations across Minnesota
- Master's-level clinicians with specialized certifications
- Accepts most major insurance plans
- Integrates faith-based perspectives with evidence-based practices
What people say
Life-changing support
Exceptional therapist match
Effective relationship tools
Safe nonjudgmental space
Noticeable progress achieved
Services
Family Therapy
Our family therapy sessions address communication breakdowns, intergenerational patterns, and relational conflicts through evidence-based approaches. Therapists help families develop healthier interaction patterns while respecting individual needs. Sessions focus on improving understanding and collaboration among family members to create lasting positive change.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized marriage counseling helps couples navigate infidelity, communication issues, and life transitions. Therapists use Emotionally Focused Therapy and PREPARE/ENRICH assessments to strengthen relationships. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust and enhancing emotional connection through structured interventions.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma specialists employ EMDR and somatic therapies to address PTSD and complex trauma. Treatment plans incorporate safety strategies and nervous system regulation techniques. Therapists help clients process traumatic memories while developing coping mechanisms for daily functioning.
Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive addiction treatment addresses chemical dependencies and behavioral addictions through individual and group modalities. Therapists integrate 12-step principles with cognitive-behavioral techniques. Treatment emphasizes relapse prevention and holistic recovery planning for sustained sobriety.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure telehealth sessions provide accessible mental health care across Minnesota. Virtual appointments maintain therapeutic continuity for clients in remote areas. This service ensures consistent support while maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards.
People
Michelle Jarman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 36 years of marriage experience, offering medication management and psychotherapy. Specializes in individualized treatment plans combining holistic and evidence-based approaches for all mental health conditions.
Larry Bengtson
Founder & Therapist
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 25+ years experience in marriage and family therapy. Developer of the Marriage/Couples Forever Program for relationship crisis intervention. Certified Clinical Telemental Health provider serving Minnesota communities.
Chelsea Krzmarzick
Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in premarital counseling and emotionally focused therapy. Certified in PREPARE/ENRICH assessments with experience treating relationship issues and anxiety disorders across six Minnesota locations.
Jake Tastad
Addiction Specialist
Mental health practitioner with specialized training in sexual addiction recovery. Former pastor with eight years of ministry experience, offering confidential counseling using the Sexual Addiction Screening Test (SAST) and recovery frameworks.
Tomasina Uttecht
Clinical Counselor
Master's-level counselor specializing in adolescent mental health and life transitions. Uses relational therapy approaches to address anxiety, depression, and family system dynamics. Provides both in-person and telehealth sessions for Minnesota residents.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide family therapy, marriage counseling, individual sessions, trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and telehealth appointments using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Contact us to verify your specific coverage.
Are faith-based services available?
Many of our therapists integrate Christian perspectives into treatment when requested, offering spiritually sensitive counseling while respecting all belief systems.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Schedule through our website, call 855-454-2463, or visit one of our seven Minnesota locations in Hutchinson, Waconia, Willmar, Litchfield, Sauk Rapids, or Shakopee.
What are your session costs?
We offer sliding scale fees and work with insurance providers to make quality mental health care accessible and affordable for all clients.
Do you offer emergency services?
While we don't provide crisis intervention, we can connect you with appropriate emergency resources and prioritize same-day appointments when needed.
