Linda Phanthavong (she/her)

LGSW
Accepting Clients

My name is Linda, and I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Clinical Trainee working towards my independent social work licensure.

Clinical Trainee in Minnesota
Supervised by Marcus Manning, LPCC

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Invest in yourself: Discover growth and healing in therapy. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate anxiety, racial identity, and life transitions. You may be struggling with self-doubt, feeling unseen, or uncertain about the path ahead. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can explore your emotions and experiences without judgment.

My Background and Approach

My professional background encompasses over six years working in various roles within the social services field, such as case management, school settings, and residential treatment centers. I have experience with a diverse range of populations, including the LGBTQIA2S+ community, the BIPOC community, individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, adults who have faced long-term homelessness, and adolescents with co-occurring disorders. Furthermore, I have experience addressing anxiety, depression, life transitions, developmental delays, autism, behavioral/emotional issues, trauma, and co-occurring disorders. I utilize therapeutic modalities including person-centered, culturally responsive, and strengths-based perspectives, as well as relational, mindfulness, holistic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and motivational interviewing approaches.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

As a child of immigrants and from a bi-cultural background, I offer a unique perspective on life and mental health. I believe that mental health is crucial to overall health and well-being; however, I recognize that not everyone has equitable access, privilege, or views about mental health. Therefore, I am committed to bridging this gap and combating mental health stigma. Passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, I aim to provide services to BIPOC and marginalized communities. As an Asian-American, I understand how intimidating it can feel to ask for help, but you are not alone. Taking the step to seek therapy is courageous, and it’s normal to feel hesitant—it’s all part of the journey toward healing and growth. My goal is to create a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to build a more fulfilling life.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Therapy Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems
  • Family Therapy
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Relationship Counseling

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma Self-Esteem
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Health Partners
  • Healthpartners
  • Minnesota Medical Assistance
  • UCare
  • Hennepin Health
  • Evernorth
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Rate: $90 - 175/session

Reach out to Linda