I believe that every person holds the power and resources necessary to find happiness. As a trans woman I understand both the external and the internal forces that create self-doubt and spike fear—the loneliness, the separateness, and the tailspin of uncertainty. I know, too, from professional and personal experience that self-acceptance and happiness are within everyone. Science upholds this belief, telling us that those who seek help benefit from it. For me this is not a theory, but the product of experience. I favor mindful-based approaches, but I also have practice experience with cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidenced-based methods. I work well with people challenged not only by anxiety, depression, trauma (PTSD), but also with those in challenging relationships, gender issues, especially those from LGBTQ and military veteran populations. I welcome all those who seek an empathic, supportive, and nonjudgmental collaborator to a better, more fulfilling and satisfying life.
Additional areas of focus: Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NM LISW SWB-2022-1089
MO LCSW 2024022110
MN LICSW 15966
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Lakshmi Frigo. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She was very compassionate and gentle. This is the exact approach I need for therapy. I’ve never been so comfortable with a therapist in my life.
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
She is incredible. Helping me nonjudmentally unravel familial issues/long and deep rooted traumas so I can live more freely. She is a gift.
Written on Mar 27, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr. Frigo has been extremely helpful with me throughout my therapy. She understands me and gives me great advice and ideas to help me with my needs.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and self esteem
She's very soothing, like a cool balm to a burn. I felt heard and seen in a way I haven't felt in years. I felt safe enough to bare my old scars and admit they hurt and not feel shamed about them. I look forward to speaking with her again and look forward to doing the hardwork of soul work with her assistance. I can confidently say I'm in good hands and if you work with her, as will you.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
I feel very heard and seen and supported
Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Lakshmi for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
I just started with Lakshmi and I am already seeing the difference.
I feel safe, and heard, I feel validated and most of all a I have a northern star to guide me on my escape from Trauma prison.
I have been in the mental health system for 20 years and have done a lot of mental health treatments, and a lot of times that could get you to think that there is nothing anyone could add…But there is! Thank you Better Help and thank you Lakshmi
Written on May 06, 2023 after therapy with Lakshmi for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties