Luke A Tervola, LICSW

Minnesota LICSW supporting healing and growth

Trauma and abuse
Depression and anxiety
Grief and loss

About Luke A Tervola

Luke A Tervola is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota who brings seven years of focused experience in the mental health field. He works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and difficult life transitions, supporting them as they explore thoughts and feelings in a nonjudgmental space. Luke integrates evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and selected Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) techniques and resources when appropriate to the client and the format of care.

He aims to collaborate with clients to build practical skills for coping, increase emotional awareness, and identify values that guide meaningful change. Luke emphasizes a compassionate, exploratory stance that helps people work through complicated emotions like guilt, shame, isolation, and issues tied to attachment and life purpose. He also offers coaching-oriented support for career concerns, coping with life changes, and challenges related to mood disorders and ADHD.

Outside of his clinical work, Luke enjoys hiking, vegetable gardening, attending concerts, and cheering for Minnesota sports teams including the Vikings, Twins, and Wild. He is not currently accepting new clients.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesControl issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Luke A Tervola have?

Luke A Tervola has 7 years of experience working in the mental health field.

Is Luke A Tervola a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. His license in Minnesota is listed as MN LICSW 20767.

In which languages does Luke A Tervola provide therapy?

Luke provides therapy in English.

Where is Luke A Tervola located?

He is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Luke A Tervola as my therapist?

You can work with Luke A Tervola through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Luke A Tervola work with international clients?

Luke A Tervola does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Luke A Tervola cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult emotions while committing to valued actions. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and finding direction during life changes.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating that develop from early connections and seeks to strengthen secure ways of connecting, which can help with relationship difficulties, loneliness, and attachment issues. It supports exploring how past bonds influence current behaviors and emotions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and to develop concrete skills for managing mood symptoms, anxiety, and daily challenges. CBT is action-oriented and often used to create short-term gains in coping and functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. A therapist will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time to find the best fit. This collaborative stance helps tailor interventions so they feel relevant and workable for the individual.

Online therapy expands access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and engage in therapy from familiar settings while working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.

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