The LSS Approach
Our culturally-based, trauma and disability-competent staff provide professional, compassionate, effective care and support through comprehensive, strength-based services.
Mental Health
Happy Healthy Lives Have No Age Limit
Improving Mental Health for Individuals, Couples and Families
We believe that behavioral health builds the foundation for health and well-being.
We are passionate about empowering you to create your best life through strong mental health and well-being. No matter what the circumstances, we focus on giving you the tools you need to successfully navigate the challenges you are facing.
COVID-19 Update
We appreciate the trust you have placed in LSS in support of your health. We care about you, our staff and the greater community. We are taking every precaution to minimize exposure to COVID-19 while continuing services that help you maintain strong mental health and well-being.
LSS offices remain closed to continuing protecting the lives of employees, volunteers and the people we serve.
We currently offer counseling appointments via Telehealth and phone, and are providing some in-person service options when needed. Learn more about our response to COVID-19.
Services for Mental Health
Therapy & Mental Health
We offer a full range of mental health services by a compassionate, multidisciplinary team.
Military & Veterans
Community, social and healthcare services for veterans, service members and their families are designed with respect for and understanding of military culture.
Therapists
Our therapists provide high-quality care and treat every individual with respect and compassion. Find therapists by location and competency.
Locations
Mental health services are based in various locations throughout the state. We offer Telehealth appointments, as well as in-home and community-based services where needed.
Therapeutic Foster Care
Therapeutic foster care is a unique model of care that combines a nurturing family environment with therapeutic interventions, guidance and support dependent on each child’s needs.
NuVantage Employee Assistance Program
A high touch, high quality employee assistance program to promote workplace wellness, enhance employee performance, and improve employee retention and engagement.
Career Opportunities
We are looking for passionate Mental Health Practitioners and Professionals to join our team! We are a dynamic, collaborative team that loves supporting each other as much as we are dedicated to improving the lives of the individuals we serve.
Preparing for an appointment
Access information and forms to complete before your first visit.
Our Commitment to Social Justice
LSS Behavioral Health is committed to promoting social justice and advocating for health equity for all Minnesotans. We are dedicated to an affirming system of care for those we serve, our co-workers and the communities that we support. This includes continuous efforts to remove barriers to care, to reduce inequities in how mental health care is delivered, and to provide culturally competent services.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota services are available to all people regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability or age.
Los servicios de los Servicios Sociales Luteranos de Minnesota están disponibles para todas las personas independientemente de su raza, color, credo, religión, origen nacional, sexo, orientación sexual, discapacidad o edad. Si necesita servicios de asistencia lingüística, háganoslo saber. Son gratuitos.