Lindsay Smutney

Lindsay Smutney brings over a decade of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Holding a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UW-Lakeland, a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies from UW-Stout, and an Associate’s in Early Childhood Education from CVTC, Lindsay brings a deep, well-rounded educational background to her practice.

Lindsay focuses on creating a secure, warm, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely respected. Working collaboratively, she empowers adults, adolescents, and families to develop practical skills, build confidence, and navigate life’s challenges effectively.

Areas of Focus & Specializations

• Client-Centered & Collaborative Care: Tailoring therapy to match each client’s unique needs, values, and pace.
• Play Therapy & Early Childhood Insights: Utilizing creative, play-based strategies to help young people process emotions and build key developmental skills.
• Sensory Integration & Somatic Approaches: Incorporating body-awareness tools and sensory techniques to help clients regulate their nervous systems and manage stress.
• Cognitive & Behavioral Tools: Drawing on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach practical, actionable coping mechanisms.
• Adolescent & Family Support: Helping individuals and families strengthen relationships, improve communication, and restore emotional balance.

Therapeutic Approach

Lindsay believes that healing happens best in an atmosphere of warmth and security. By blending evidence-based interventions like DBT and CBT with expressive mediums like play and somatic work, she equips her clients with clear, practical strategies to foster long-term personal growth and resilience.

Outside the Clinic

Away from the office, Lindsay stays active and loves exploring the outdoors with her family and pets. Fun fact: Lindsay keeps her love for travel and movement alive by running a 5K in a different state every year!