Zoe Citrowske Lee

Zoe Citrowske Lee is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota. She moved from undergraduate studies in psychology and women and gender studies into social work to turn a long-standing interest in advocacy into clinical practice. Zoe brings five years of social work experience to her practice and centers respect and empathy in each meeting.

She identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community and understands the personal work involved in living authentically. That perspective informs her attention to issues such as sexual identity, body image, and the interplay between stigma and mental health. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship concerns.

Zoe draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a trauma-informed lens learned during graduate studies at St. Catherine University. In sessions she focuses on building trust, exploring how past attachment and life experiences affect the present, and reducing shame related to identity or bodies.

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She aims to make therapy a place to talk through painful feelings, practice new ways of relating, and set manageable goals. Zoe also works with caregivers facing chronic illness or disability and people managing chronic pain.

People who choose Zoe often want an ally who combines activism and clinical skill. She emphasizes ongoing learning and professional development and approaches work with a clear commitment to dignity, equity, and practical support.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Zoe uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside a trauma-informed perspective. One approach she often uses focuses on understanding how past attachments and relationships shape current patterns; it helps people see why they react the way they do and practice different ways of connecting. Another common element is work on body image and shame, where conversations and behavioral experiments aim to reduce self-criticism and improve day-to-day coping.

Choosing a therapeutic method is a collaborative process. Zoe will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. She adapts the approach over time so the work stays practical and aligned with what the client needs.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also help people access consistent support while balancing work, caregiving, or health concerns.