We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team at Lighthouse Counseling LTD’s Waconia, MN location—Tomasina Uttecht, an intern with a passion for helping children, families, and couples thrive in the face of life’s challenges.

Meet Tomasina Uttecht

Tomasina is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in counseling from Crown College, where she also completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in human services. Her most recent work has focused on children’s behavioral health and special education, including autism, ADHD, and anxiety. Tomasina’s experience in this field has shaped her deep commitment to family and couples counseling, where she has seen firsthand how compassionate, tailored support can make a transformative difference.

A Message from Tomasina

"Hello! I’m Tomasina, and I’m excited to be joining the team at Lighthouse Counseling LTD. As an intern at the Waconia location, I feel privileged to serve my home community and contribute to the well-being of children, families, and couples. I am passionate about helping others discover who they were created to be and believe true wellness comes from embracing your authentic self. Life’s challenges can make that process difficult, but with the right support, anyone can overcome obstacles and find growth and healing."

Tomasina’s approach to counseling is both person-centered and relational, grounded in empathy, genuineness, and positive regard. At the same time, she employs a systematic and logical framework to help individuals and families navigate the emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges they face. By building a safe, supportive environment, Tomasina works to empower her clients as they take steps toward emotional and mental well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Children’s Behavioral Health: Specializing in the unique challenges of children, including autism, ADHD, and anxiety.

Family Counseling: Helping families find unity and strength through life’s ups and downs.

Couples Counseling: Supporting couples as they work through interpersonal challenges and find ways to grow together.

Anxiety: Providing tools and techniques to manage and overcome anxiety.

Special Education: Working closely with children and families to navigate the behavioral and emotional challenges related to special education needs.

Tomasina’s Approach

Tomasina’s counseling style is rooted in a person-centered and relational approach. She believes that building a foundation of empathy, positive regard, and authenticity is essential to the therapeutic relationship. She also integrates a systematic, logical approach to guide clients through their challenges in a structured, practical way. This combination of empathy and structure provides clients with both emotional support and clear guidance on their journey to healing.

Schedule an Appointment with Tomasina

Tomasina is excited to begin her internship at our Waconia location, and she is now accepting new clients. If you or your family are facing challenges related to children’s behavioral health, anxiety, or relationship difficulties, Tomasina is here to offer her compassionate and expert support.

Lighthouse Counseling LTD – A Beacon of Hope and Healing

Located in Waconia, MN, we offer comprehensive counseling services to support children, families, and couples as they navigate life’s emotional and psychological challenges. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with Tomasina or any of our skilled counselors.