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Essie Lemley, MSW, LGSW
Bio
Welcome to your new era: An era of healing, growth, self-discovery, and lots of grace along the way! Taking the first step to prioritize your mental health can be challenging, but your bravery and willingness to grow are truly inspiring.
At my core and within my therapy practice, I maintain the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing. I take a collaborative approach with my client’s self-worth, inner strengths, and self determination in mind. It is my passion to help my clients strengthen their relationship with themselves, building a strong foundation, and discovering peace along the way. It is my main priority to provide a warm and welcoming environment that is a place of safety for all. I am an avid supporter of human rights and a fierce LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.
Over my years of practice, I have had the privilege to work with many wonderful humans of different backgrounds. Areas of practice that stand out include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Grief and loss, trauma work, chemical dependency, LGBTQ+ affirming care, gender affirming care, anxiety, depression, stress management, adjusting to life changes, self-esteem work, relationship conflicts, and end of life support and bereavement concerns.
I obtained my Master of Social Work degree from Wayne State University in my hometown of Detroit, Michigan and am currently licensed to practice in Minnesota. Outside of my therapy practice, I am a Hospice Medical Social Worker, providing end-of-life support and bereavement resources. In my free time, I enjoy taking my dog Bingo on walks by the lake, spending time with my horses Norman and Willow, listening to podcasts, discovering new restaurants, traveling to Maryland, boating on the Chesapeake Bay, and enjoying some Maryland Blue crab!
Specialties
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy & Skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Grief & Loss
Trauma work
Chemical Dependency
LGBTQ+
Affirming and Gender Affirming care
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Adjusting to Life Changes
Self-Esteem
Relationship Conflict
Clinical approaches:
In my practice I utilize Dialectical behavioral therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused brief therapy, strengths-based therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
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Now offering: Medication Management
Now accepting clients for medication consultation and management.
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