Chelsea earned her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Minnesota Duluth, and obtained her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at St. Mary’s University Minneapolis. Chelsea has experience working with ages 10 and older in an outpatient, school-based, and in-home setting. She utilizes an integrative approach to therapy. Meaning, she chooses and combines different aspects of therapeutic approaches in order to meet each individual’s/couple’s specific needs.

Chelsea is certified in premarital and marital enrichment counseling through the PREPARE/ENRICH program. She has completed training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and brings this training into the therapy room with all of her clients; due to the substantial body of research that outlines the effectiveness of EFT. In addition, she has completed Discernment Counseling training to assist couples and individuals who are struggling to decide the direction for their marriage.

Overall, Chelsea believes learning how to manage today’s stressors, how to identify and express individual needs, and how to communicate effectively with the important people in our lives are strategies that can make a big difference in how we think and feel in our daily life.

Chelsea enjoys working with those experiencing or impacted by:

• Marital Dissatisfaction
• Relationship Problems
• Divorce
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Parenting Issues/Concerns
• Family Conflict
• Trauma and Abuse
• Grief and Loss
• Stress Management
• Life Transitions

My name is Larry Bengtson and I am the Founder and Administrator for Lighthouse Counseling, Ltd. I have a passion and a dedication for the Building of Strong Marriages (Couples) and Healthy Families. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling from the University of Wisconsin -River Falls after earning my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Sociology from St. Ambrose University. I am also a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH). Lighthouse Counseling was established to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment for people to disclose their personal struggles, receive help and restore their relationships. I have been practicing as a Professional Counselor for over 25 years and specialize in treating marriages/couples and families. I have helped hundreds of families and individuals navigate the complexities of life.

I believe in providing treatment from a holistic viewpoint that includes the emotional, psychological, mental, physical, and spiritual condition of each person. I am proud to share greatest accomplishment is my marriage of over 30 years, the raising of my 4 children and now the welcoming of my new grandchildren. I am the developer of the Marriage/Couples Forever Program which is designed to help couples who are experiencing a relationship crisis or married couples who are contemplating divorce. The program is designed to help people acquire the skills and knowledge to save their relationship and to make an informed decision before separation or divorce. I am available for public speaking, seminars, and training. I enjoy working closely with area physicians and pastors providing consultation, education, and support.

My Special Interests are working with:

• Marriage/Couples Counseling
• Relationship Counseling
• Post-Affair Recovery
• Blended Families
• Remarriage
• Marital/Relationship Dissatisfaction
• Empty Nest
• Life Transitions

Men's Issues:

• Fatherhood
• Intimacy
• Anger management
• Communication
• Depression and Anxiety
• Post Chemical Dependency treatment

Kayleen earned her Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2017 after receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology in 2012. Kayleen is married with 5 children to include one child in the military. Kayleen has worked primarily in an in home setting with individuals and families. As a licensed professional clinical counselor Kayleen utilizes client centered approaches and strengths based therapy. Kayleen enjoys building rapport with clients to help provide a trusting environment in which individuals and families can learn and grow towards their goals. Kayleen’s professional experience includes volunteer work as a child advocate. Kayleen is passionate about family systems and understanding each individual within a family. Kayleen receives regular ongoing training surrounding trauma. Kayleen enjoys working with individuals or families.

Her experience includes working with those who have stressors such as:

• Domestic Violence
• Addiction/Chemical Dependency
• Abuse/Neglect
• Parenting issues/concerns
• Legal issues
• Trauma
• PTSD
• Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
• Family conflict
• Divorce
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI)
• Attachment disorders

Welcome, my name is Julie. I received my Master’s in Counseling and Psychotherapy from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and my undergraduate degree in Social Work from St. Olaf College. Mental health is a passion of mine in which I believe all individuals deserve to find peace and harmony within themselves. I have nearly 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. The majority of my experiences have been in supporting adolescents and adults journeying through unique circumstances of grief, trauma, mood disorders, familial issues, and life transitions.

I believe that developing a safe and trusting relationship is the bedrock of successful therapy. I feel honored to join individuals in their personal experiences, supporting and encouraging them along their path and collaboratively identifying their strengths and goals for treatment. I pride my life’s work in healing wounds, exploring new patterns of thinking, deepening self-acceptance and creating skills to manage the stresses of everyday life.

I have a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I tailor to each individual, integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches including: Strengths Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy.

I look forward to meeting you and supporting you in your journey to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

My areas of specialization include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Life Transitions
• Family Conflict
• Relationship Issues
• Stress Management

J Ervin Miller received his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Walden University in 2013 and has completed his Master’s Degree from Capella University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program. His background includes 22 years in law enforcement and correctional experience providing his clients a unique and credible insight into those individuals that place themselves in harm’s way to help others. 

Additionally, Ervin provides counseling services for children and adolescents, adults, couples and families, active members and veterans of the military, and other Public Safety members suffering from various maladaptive behaviors.   

Ervin is a goal directed, solution-focused, results orientated psychotherapist, that also embraces the ideology of the Bowenian therapy model. 

Areas of interests include:

• Trauma
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Divorce
• Stress Management
• Grief and Loss
• Marital Problem

I received my Master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from St. Mary’s University in Minneapolis and completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree at California Lutheran College in California. I was also honored to receive departmental distinction in my class at California Lutheran University. 

I have extensive experience working in the mental health field and more specifically in the area of relationship healing. I work with adults, couples and families as they deal with challenges and struggles in life. I work with individuals in the areas of depression, grief/loss, anxiety, spectrum disorders, relationship challenges, betrayal, sexuality issues and more. My work and experience with couples centers around communication, conflict management, affair repair, sex/intimacy issues, loss of connection and relationship healing. I believe 90% of life is not what happens to us but how we react to situations. I am here to navigate through difficult situations and life stressors, and to help you find hope, healing, fulfillment, and personal growth.

I am passionate about providing a safe, respectful, and warm environment to work through a variety of concerns and begin the healing process in a person-centered way. I believe spirituality is an essential component of mental health and practice from a Christian worldview. I use an eclectic approach in therapy, including psychoeducation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I would be honored to journey with you through your therapeutic process.

Patricia earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental

Health Counseling in Psychology. She has experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. Based on each individuals needs, Patricia utilizes Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, and Gestalt techniques in her counseling sessions.

Patricia takes a holistic approach with each person and provides a safe

space and hope for healing. She will help navigate through the challenges and difficulties you may be having. Understanding the courage, it takes to get help, she will meet you where you’re at and be alongside you to meet your goals.

Works with those who may be experiencing:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Stressing situations
• Bereavement

Hello, my name is Tomasina Uttecht. I received my bachelor’s in psychology with a minor in human services from Crown College where I am also completing my master’s in counseling. As a participant in the program, I have the privilege of interning with Lighthouse Counseling, LTD, where I can serve my home community. Most recently, my work focused on children’s behavioral health and special education, specifically autism, ADHD, and anxiety. This work has cultivated a profound passion for children, family, and couples counseling. I've witnessed firsthand how the right support can help families and individuals thrive and grow, even in the face of personal, interpersonal, and unexpected life challenges.



I am passionate about helping others find and take hold of the person they were created to be. I believe that true wellness comes from embracing our authentic selves, rather than conforming to the hardships of life, but overcoming the burden of those hardships is a process that often requires support outside of ourselves. And that’s okay!

Therefore, my approach is person-centered and relational, but also systematic and logical. It is rooted in empathy, genuineness, and positive regard, a cornerstone to building a relationship and environment that is safe and supportive. It is also systematic and logical, providing a structured framework for navigating emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges that can be difficult to identify and overcome.

I look forward to getting to know you!