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 / non-monogamous 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
MN LICSW 15966
NM LISW SWB-2022-1089
MO LCSW 2024022110
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.
Dr. Frigo is sensational. She is perceptive, compassionate, and dedicated to her patients. I feel lucky to have her as my therapist!
Written on Oct 17, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Lakshmi has been a blessing since day one. She is incredibly kind and well spoken. Can't wait to continue our sessions.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She one of the best therapists I've had. I appreciate the talks I have with her. Sometimes she finds little stories that relates to what we're talking about and goes on these little speeches, it comforts me a lot. I've only ever had therapists that kinda just ask you questions and never really go over what you're feeling with examples (or if they do it's very scientific with big words and such), but she's such a smooth talker and goes over everything with such ease that it gives me such comfort. It's like chatting with a friend, but obviously she'll keep it professional. I will forever cherish my time with her, she deserves the best! 1000/10!!!!!
Written on Sep 09, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Lakshmi is an amazing provider and has completely changed my life! She is endlessly compassionate and always guiding me to find my own path.
Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with Lakshmi for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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