LynLake Centers for WellBeing

LynLake Centers for WellBeing Mental health and wellness practice. At LynLake, we believe all people deserve to lead empowered, creative, authentic lives.

We’re here for you, no matter where you’re at. We’re a large, diverse group composed of experienced psychotherapists, dieticians, nutritionists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists and neuropsychologists, acupuncturists, Reiki providers and Yoga therapists, united by our passion for helping to create a healthy, resilient, fulfilled community. Our clinical and psychotherapeutic expertise covers a vast array of needs and focuses, including trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, s*x therapy, codependency, and addiction, LGBTQ concerns, pre- and post- natal, PTSD and trauma, EMDR, DBT, art therapy, narrative therapy, somatic-focused therapy, mindfulness, and many others. Our services are guided by our mission, vision, and values. We view psychotherapy and wellness as a collaborative relationship that has the power to bring individuals, couples, and families into greater harmony with themselves and the world around them. Our clinics provide an equitable, open, accessible space where all are given the room to explore and expand their mental and physical health. By uniting our principals with our practice, we can provide a richer, more intimate experience fully focused on you and your needs.

Friendship isn’t just “nice to have”... it’s actually a cornerstone of mental health. The people we call friends give us...
10/17/2025

Friendship isn’t just “nice to have”... it’s actually a cornerstone of mental health. The people we call friends give us places to laugh, share burdens, feel understood, and be reminded that we matter. Research shows that supportive friendships reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and even improve physical health. But beyond the data, we know the lived truth: having someone to sit with us in the hard moments, or celebrate the small victories, makes life more bearable and more meaningful.

Healthy friendships remind us that we don’t have to carry everything alone. They help regulate our nervous systems, calm our anxiety, and ground us when the world feels overwhelming. And when mental health struggles show up, friends often notice shifts in us before we do, nudging us toward care and offering compassion along the way.

If you’ve been struggling, reach out to a friend you trust—or let yourself be open to building new ones. Nurturing friendship is not a distraction from healing; it’s part of it. Relationships are a powerful form of medicine.

Introducing... Olivia Listrom, MA – Pre-licensed Psychotherapist, under supervision ✨Now Accepting New Clients!Olivia (s...
10/16/2025

Introducing... Olivia Listrom, MA – Pre-licensed Psychotherapist, under supervision ✨

Now Accepting New Clients!

Olivia (she/her) is a compassionate mental health counselor who works with children, teens, adults, and aging adults navigating a wide range of life challenges. She has experience supporting individuals facing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, and relationship or parenting struggles, among other concerns. Using an integrative, personalized approach to therapy, Olivia draws from evidence-based modalities–including Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral, and Somatic therapies. She tailors each session to meet the unique needs of her clients, considering not just the individual but the larger systems and environments influencing their mental health.

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Feeling politically exhausted is more common than ever—and it’s a completely natural response to ongoing tension, divisi...
10/15/2025

Feeling politically exhausted is more common than ever—and it’s a completely natural response to ongoing tension, division, and distressing news. If you notice irritability, hopelessness, heightened anxiety, avoidance, or the sense that nothing you do matters, you may be experiencing political burnout.

Talking about these feelings with a therapist won’t fix the larger issues, but it can help you feel less alone and more equipped to handle the current political realities.

From there, small choices can make a difference:
✨ Set healthy limits on news and media
✨ Focus on meaningful actions within your control
✨ Build in time to connect with others and your community

Protecting your mental health doesn’t mean disengagement. It means preserving your energy so you can keep showing up with clarity, compassion, and strength.

Now Introducing... Nicole Borneman, MA - Pre-Licensed Practitioner, under supervision ✨Now Accepting New ClientsNicole (...
10/14/2025

Now Introducing... Nicole Borneman, MA - Pre-Licensed Practitioner, under supervision ✨

Now Accepting New Clients

Nicole (she/her) works with individuals (13+), romantic partners (monogamous or polyamorous), and family systems. She believes that therapy is sacred work and that effective therapy is an ongoing collaboration between therapist and client(s).

Humor and compassion are integral to Nicole’s work. Her therapeutic approach is a mixture of Emotionally Focused Therapy, attachment theory, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, and somatic work that unifies the mind/body connection. Additionally, Nicole offers Brainspotting and Havening Techniques, which are psychosomatic trauma modalities.

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Sometimes your body sends signals before your mind has words for them. This might manifest as a racing heart, tight shou...
10/13/2025

Sometimes your body sends signals before your mind has words for them. This might manifest as a racing heart, tight shoulders, or a heavy stomach drop… It actually has a name: somatic cues. This is your nervous system’s way of saying “something’s happening here - pay attention!”

Instead of pushing those sensations away, try pausing to notice: What is my body telling me? Do I need to slow down, set a boundary, or take a moment to ground myself?

Your body is often the first to know when you’re overwhelmed, unsafe, or in need of care. By paying attention, you give yourself more space to respond instead of react.

Now introducing... Peter Nelson, Clinical Counseling Intern ✨While moonlighting as a 988 su***de & crisis counselor, Pet...
10/12/2025

Now introducing... Peter Nelson, Clinical Counseling Intern ✨

While moonlighting as a 988 su***de & crisis counselor, Peter (he/him) decided to leave his previous career as a software engineer to help those in need full-time. Peter believes that all people deserve compassion and respect regardless of ethnicity, religion, or gender and s*xual identities. He tries to hear each individual’s unique story in an effort to support them. He has a passion for working with adults of all ages (18+) facing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Having made a substantial career change himself, Peter is passionate about supporting others navigating their own career challenges.

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Saying “no” to a family member, friend, or boss can feel uncomfortable, especially if you’ve spent much of your life peo...
10/11/2025

Saying “no” to a family member, friend, or boss can feel uncomfortable, especially if you’ve spent much of your life people-pleasing. But part of building resilience is learning to set boundaries, and sometimes that starts with a simple “no.”

You don’t need to over-explain. You don’t need a long justification. A short, kind response is enough, and it can be both firm and compassionate.

If you’re not sure how to start, try one of these boundary scripts! Remember: saying no is not unkind. It’s an act of care, for yourself and sometimes even your relationships. Because pouring into others starts with pouring into yourself first.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is often misunderstood as simply “liking things neat.” But in reality, OCD can consume hou...
10/10/2025

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is often misunderstood as simply “liking things neat.” But in reality, OCD can consume hours each day with intrusive thoughts, mental rituals, and distressing compulsions that disrupt work, relationships, and peace of mind.

Our latest blog explores what those with OCD really experience, including the difference between obsessions and compulsions, how it affects daily life, and the evidence-based treatments that help people find relief. From ERP and ACT therapy to integrated care approaches, there are effective paths toward healing.

Read the full article on our website to learn more about OCD and how our providers support clients through recovery.

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Getting a mental health diagnosis can feel complicated. For some, it brings relief: finally having language for what’s b...
10/09/2025

Getting a mental health diagnosis can feel complicated. For some, it brings relief: finally having language for what’s been happening. For others, it stirs grief about how life has been shaped by something you couldn’t name until now. It can also feel empowering, giving you access to resources, community, and self-understanding. At the same time, there’s often the weight of stigma, other people’s assumptions or misunderstandings about what the label means.

A diagnosis is never your whole story… it’s just one piece of your identity. It can help you make sense of your experiences, but it doesn’t define your worth or your future.

How do you want to hold this part of your story?

Introducing... Shannon Murphy, MSW, LICSW ✨Now Accepting New Clients!Shannon (she/her) is a Licensed Independent Clinica...
10/07/2025

Introducing... Shannon Murphy, MSW, LICSW ✨

Now Accepting New Clients!

Shannon (she/her) is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 5+ years working in a school setting. She understands the pressures that young people face both inside and outside of the classroom and strives always to create a safe space where clients can feel seen, supported, and empowered. Additionally, Shannon has worked as a therapist in an intensive outpatient program, providing support to young clients and their families navigating a wide variety of mental health diagnoses.

Working from a trauma-informed and strengths-based lens, Shannon draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches such as EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), play therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

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Attachment styles don’t just shape romantic relationships… they can show up in friendships, too.Anxious attachment in fr...
10/05/2025

Attachment styles don’t just shape romantic relationships… they can show up in friendships, too.

Anxious attachment in friendships can look like overthinking texts, worrying about being left out, or needing constant reassurance. Avoidant attachment may manifest as pulling away when things feel too close, downplaying or not expressing your needs, or maintaining emotional distance. Sometimes that even means not reaching out when you truly need support.

The good news? Awareness creates choice. By noticing your patterns, practicing open communication, and building trust gradually, you can move toward more secure and balanced friendships.

A healthy connection allows for both closeness and independence. Therapy can be a valuable tool to help you develop healthier behaviors.

Ever feel wiped out when having to make decisions? Like what to wear, what to cook, or which task to start first? That’s...
10/03/2025

Ever feel wiped out when having to make decisions? Like what to wear, what to cook, or which task to start first? That’s decision fatigue.

Each choice uses mental energy, and by the end of the day, even minor decisions can pile up. When your brain is running on empty, it’s common to feel irritable, unfocused, or to default to the “easiest” option just to avoid deciding.

You can protect your energy by simplifying where possible:
✨ Build routines around meals or outfits
✨ Handle important decisions earlier in the day
✨ Eliminate unnecessary options (unsubscribe, declutter)
✨ Give yourself permission to rest

Small shifts, like meal prepping or keeping a few go-to outfits, can free up mental space for what matters most.

Address

Minneapolis, MN
55408

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16129792276

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