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Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP

(Lorraine Hoffman, LP)

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Specializes in: Psychology
Professional interests include: stress management, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), anxiety, and more.
4300 Edgewood Drive Ne
Saint Michael, MN 55376

Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP is a psychologist in Buffalo, MN specializing in psychology. Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP is affiliated with Allina Health.

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Office Locations

102 Marty Drive
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-5420
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4300 Edgewood Drive Ne
Saint Michael, MN 55376
1-866-603-0016
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Some issues Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP can help you with:

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.

There are three main types of ADHD:

  • Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
  • Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
  • Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type of ADHD.

When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.

Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.

ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a form of psychotherapy or treatment for mental illness. It comes in a variety of methods, but the basic concept behind all CBT is the same -- thoughts cause feelings, which cause actions. If someone wishes to change problematic behaviors or emotions in their lives, they need to start by changing their thoughts. CBT examines ideas and looks for patterns that may be causing harmful actions. The therapist helps patients modify those thought patterns and, in doing so, helps them feel better and cope more effectively.

CBT is one of the most widely studied forms of psychotherapy, and it has been shown to be extremely effective for a variety of mental illnesses. Some of the issues that respond well to CBT include mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, sleep disorders, and psychotic disorders. In some cases, CBT has been shown to be as effective or even more effective than medication. One of the interesting things that the scientific study of CBT has shown is that CBT actually changes the way the brain works, physically improving its function.

CBT differs from traditional psychotherapy in a few key ways. One of the most important distinctions is the emphasis on the power and responsibility of the patient in CBT. The patient will be encouraged to be the one asking the questions in CBT therapy, and most patients are assigned homework to complete outside of therapy sessions. There is a concept in CBT that everyone has power the power to change how they feel, even if they cannot control the situation, and this can be very empowering for patients. Because of this power shift, the therapist-client relationship is not as critical to success in CBT as it is in other modes of therapy. Patients should still get along well with their therapists, but they do not need a deep, dependent emotional connection to them. Finally, because CBT often treats a specific issue or problem, it is usually shorter in duration than traditional therapy. While some therapies may continue for years, CBT lasts on average just 16 sessions.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

  • Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
  • Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
  • A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
  • Unusual sleep or eating habits
  • Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Physical aches and pains
  • Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2013 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 190

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2013 were depression.

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2014 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 190

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2014 were depression and hypertension.

Hypertension 46
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2016 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2016 were depression.

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2017 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 108

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2017 were depression and hypertension.

Hypertension 48
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2018 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 122

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2018 were depression and hypertension.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2019 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 177

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP.

Gender
Male 0
Female 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2019 were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 34
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2020 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 156

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP.

Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2020 were depression, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2021 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 131

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP.

Gender
Male 12
Female 22
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2021 were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 35
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN during 2022 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated during 2022 were depression.

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 72
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated as a psychologist in Buffalo, MN were mental health therapy.

mental health therapy 131

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP.

Gender
Male 1
Female 5
Age
75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 3
65 to 74 0

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 35
High Cholesterol 9
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 74
Chronic Kidney Disease 6
Asthma 0
Osteoporosis 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 3
Atrial Fibrillation 0
Cancer 0
Dementia 0

Education & Training

She is certified by the Board Certification: Psychology and has a state license in Minnesota.

Board Certification: Board Certification: Psychology

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Lorraine S. Hoffman, PhD, LP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allina Health

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Biography

Dr. Lorraine Hoffman's specialty is psychology. Her areas of expertise consist of depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and stress management. Dr. Hoffman is professionally affiliated with Allina Health.

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