Linda Gensheimer, Clinical Social Worker in Minneapolis, 55408

Linda Gensheimer, MSW, LICSW, PhD

Profession(s):
Clinical Social Work, Other
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LICSW

My Approach to Helping

Bringing Together Art and Science is a statement that reflects how I work. My clinical practice with adults, adolescents and couples has a theoretical grounding in attachment theory, developmental/complex trauma, cognitive behavioral theory, psychodynamic theory and cultural competency. My clinical practice also integrates emerging neuroscience research about the brain and how childhood and family experiences, including trauma, affects the brain and becomes the blueprint for subsequent relationships throughout our lives.

But my clinical practice also has a human and artistic element in terms of how these theoretical frameworks and knowledge is applied. Everyone is different and unique and I do not practice from a one-size-fits-all approach. Services are customized to fit the needs and strengths of each client and we decide together the approach that is the best fit for your particular goals.

Here is my basic philosophy of therapy: self-reflection + gaining insight + applying one or more specific models/approaches of making change + courage + relationship with a therapist = the possibility to make change in your life

More Info About My Practice

Individual or couple therapy sessions: $125
For clients who do not have insurance or who choose to pay out of pocket, a 20% discount is provided. I am also open to discussing the option of a sliding fee scale.

Below is a list of insurance and EAP plans with whom I am contracted. If a plan is not listed, it is often possible to use out-of-network benefits. There are pros and cons to using health insurance benefits to pay for therapy and I am happy to discuss this with potential clients.

Insurance Plans Accepted:
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CIGNA
Health Partners (note: primary network for MA and PMAP; secondary/out of network for all others)
Metropolitan Health Plan
Preferred One
UCARE
Sandcreek
EAPrefer
Total Employee Assistance Management (T.E.A.M.)