Life Development Resources

What Life Development Resources does

Life Development Resources, PA is a privately held, for-profit outpatient mental health and chemical dependency clinic founded in 1987 and headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota, with a second clinic in Oakdale. The organization employs 60+ therapists and serves clients across the lifespan — from a Birth-Age 5 early-childhood program through adult and couples/family services — primarily in the Twin Cities Metro area and statewide Minnesota via telehealth. Its service portfolio is broad and modality-differentiated rather than platform-based, spanning individual counseling, couples/family therapy, play therapy, a full lifespan Dialectical Behavior Therapy franchise (Adult DBT, DBT-A for adolescents, DBT-C for children), trauma/EMDR, medication management, co-occurring substance-use treatment, a Court Referred Program for domestic violence intervention, a Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS) in-home/school/community program, a School-Linked Behavioral Health (SLBH) partnership embedded in 13 schools of ISD 196, a CODE 4 sub-brand serving first responders, and a Mindful Parenting group program.

The underlying technology is intentionally light: a HIPAA-compliant telehealth video platform for remote sessions and a third-party Procentive client portal/EHR for scheduling, secure messaging, and online payments. The core of the business is the clinical workforce and the credentialed modalities they deliver, not software. State certifications — particularly the state-certified DBT program following Dr. Linehan's evidence-based model, APT Approved Provider status for Play Therapy, and HIPAA compliance — function as quality and access differentiators.

The business model is predominantly insurance-based recurring billing. LDR accepts most major Minnesota insurance plans (Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, ComPsych, HealthPartners, Medica, Medicare, Preferred One, U-Care, United Healthcare) plus Medical Assistance/MN Care, and bills for outpatient therapy on weekly or up-front cadences. State-funded CTSS services bill Medical Assistance plans for eligible children, and the Court Referred Program is a state-certified domestic-violence intervention under MN Statute 518B.02. Private-pay and case-by-case hardship options supplement the insurance base, while MNsure Navigator services are provided free of charge. Distribution is multi-channel: two physical clinics, embedded school sites (13 ISD 196 schools), telehealth statewide, in-home CTSS delivery, and the specialized CODE 4 first-responder program. Revenue and headcount-growth figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Life Development Resources

Legal name

Life Development Resources, PA

Website

https://lifedrs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Life Development Resources is a privately held, insurance-based outpatient mental health and chemical dependency clinic in the Twin Cities Metro, with 60+ therapists delivering DBT, EMDR, play therapy, and specialized programs for children, families, first responders, and schools across Minnesota.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outpatient Mental Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neurodevelopmental & Behavioral Therapy Platforms (ADHD/Autism/Behavioral Coaching) (HLALAEAJ), Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) & Emotional Regulation Programs (EDAMAIAC)

Keywords

• Outpatient mental health services
• Behavioral health therapy
• Chemical dependency treatment
• Family counseling services
• Specialized therapy programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakeville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Insurance-Based Outpatient Therapy: The majority of revenue comes from billing health insurance plans for outpatient mental health services. Accepts most major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, ComPsych, Health Partners, Medica, Medicare, Preferred One, U-Care, United Healthcare, and Medical Assistance/MN Care programs.
2. State-Funded CTSS Services: Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS) covered by Medical Assistance and pre-paid Medical Assistance plans for children with Emotional Disturbance or Severe Emotional Disturbance criteria.
3. Private Pay and Hardship Programs: Private pay options and hardship case options available on a case-by-case basis for families without insurance or whose therapy costs are burdensome.
4. MNsure Navigation Services: On-site insurance specialists and MNsure Navigators assist clients with insurance enrollment at no cost, supporting both uninsured and underinsured families to access coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Life Development Resources is a private outpatient mental health and chemical dependency clinic providing psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families across the Twin Cities Metro area and throughout Minnesota. The organization delivers a portfolio of evidence-based therapy programs including DBT, EMDR, Play Therapy, TF-CBT, and co-occurring treatment through 60+ therapists at clinic locations, embedded school sites, in-home settings, and via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.

Product overview

Life Development Resources is a private mental health clinic providing outpatient mental health and chemical dependency services through a portfolio of specialized therapeutic programs. The organization operates as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture, with approximately 60+ therapists delivering services at Lakeville and Oakdale locations in Minnesota and via telehealth. Core services include DBT programs across multiple populations (Adult DBT, DBT-A for adolescents, DBT-C for children), trauma/EMDR therapy, individual/family/couples counseling, play therapy, and specialized programs including School Linked Behavioral Health (SLBH), Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS), the CODE 4 first responder program, Court Referred Program, Co-Occurring Treatment, Birth-Age 5 early childhood services, Mindful Parenting, and Medication Management. Services are delivered through in-person sessions at clinic locations, embedded school sites, and a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CODE 4: A specialized mental health program for first responders (firefighters, paramedics, police officers) offering confidential counseling services tailored to their unique needs.

Products and services

• Individual Counseling One-on-one psychotherapy providing clients with a supportive environment to address emotional distress, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward personal goals. Available to adults seeking mental health counseling for various emotional and psychological concerns.
• Children & Adolescent Counseling Therapeutic services for children and teens addressing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through play therapy and other age-appropriate techniques. Designed for school-aged children and adolescents up to age 18.
• Couples and Family Counseling Marriage and couples therapy focused on strengthening emotional bonds, improving communication, and resolving relationship challenges. Also serves blended families, parenting conflicts, and role division issues.
• Play Therapy APT-approved therapeutic approach using play to help children express feelings, process experiences, and develop healthier behaviors. Provided by Registered Play Therapists.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Adults State-certified, evidence-based intensive one-year outpatient program teaching skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for adults.
• DBT for Adolescents (DBT-A) Multi-family skills group program for teens ages 12-18 teaching DBT skills with parent/caregiver involvement, including individual therapy and coaching calls.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children (DBT-C) Intensive outpatient program for children ages 6-11 with parent training, weekly skills training, and family therapy sessions.
• Trauma / EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for processing traumatic memories and reducing associated distress. Provided by EMDR-certified therapists.
• Medication Management Psychiatric medication evaluation and management services provided by Clinical Nurse Specialists for clients age 16 and older.
• School-Linked Behavioral Health (SLBH) School-based mental health services provided in partnership with 13 schools in ISD 196, offering individual and family therapy within the school setting during school hours.
• Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS) Flexible package of mental health services including psychotherapy, crisis assistance, and skills training delivered 2-5 hours weekly in-home, school, or community settings for children with emotional disturbance covered by Medical Assistance programs.
• Court Referred Program
• CODE 4 First Responder Program Specialized mental health support program for first responders (firefighters, paramedics, police officers) addressing occupational stress, trauma, PTSD, critical incident stress, and mental health challenges, staffed by experienced first responder professionals.
• Mindful Parenting Ten-week parent/caregiver group using evidence-based practices to teach validation and positive behavior shaping techniques.
• Co-Occurring Treatment Integrated outpatient treatment addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
• Birth-Age 5 Program Early childhood program using ABC (Attachment Biobehavioral Catch-Up) and PCIT (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) evidence-based models to support development and attachment for children from birth to age 5.
• Telehealth Services HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform enabling remote therapy sessions for clients who cannot attend in-person appointments, accessible statewide in Minnesota.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35+ years of continuous operation providing mental health services to the Twin Cities Metro area
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ISD 196 (Independent School District 196)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLife Development Resources partners with ISD 196 to provide School-Linked Behavioral Health (SLBH) services at 13 schools within the district. LDR clinicians deliver individual and family therapy, consultation, and training for school staff, with coordination with school mental health teams to ensure comprehensive care for students.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• BetterHelp: Largest consumer online therapy platform; competes for self-pay and increasingly insurance-covered therapy demand nationally. Indirect overlap through telehealth delivery channel rather than direct clinical service.
• Allina Health: Large Minnesota-based integrated health system with outpatient behavioral health services. Comparable outpatient mental health and chemical dependency offerings but as part of a much broader acute-care and primary-care portfolio.
• Talkspace: National online therapy platform competing for the same insurance-paid outpatient therapy demand via telehealth. Comparable evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT) but at much larger scale and with a tech-forward delivery model.

Direct peers

• PrairieCare: Minnesota-based psychiatric and mental health provider specializing in child, adolescent, and young adult services with outpatient and residential levels of care. Comparable in youth-focused DBT, family therapy, and school partnerships.
• Ellie Mental Health: Minnesota-founded outpatient mental health franchise with rapidly expanding Twin Cities and national footprint. Comparable DBT, EMDR, and family therapy offerings with similar insurance-based revenue model.
• Nystrom & Associates: Minnesota-headquartered outpatient mental health and substance use provider with multiple Twin Cities locations, similar insurance-based revenue model, broad therapist base, and comparable DBT and co-occurring treatment offerings.
• Washburn Center for Children: Minneapolis-based nonprofit children's mental health clinic offering outpatient therapy, school-based services, and early childhood programs. Comparable in pediatric mental health focus and Twin Cities Metro school partnerships.
• Lorenz Clinic: Twin Cities outpatient mental health clinic offering therapy, DBT, EMDR, and medication management with multi-site Minnesota locations. Closely comparable service portfolio, payer mix, and geographic focus.
• Fraser: Minnesota-based nonprofit provider of mental health, autism, and disability services for children and families. Directly comparable given shared pediatric therapy focus, CTSS-equivalent programming, and Twin Cities footprint.

Regional players

• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: Minnesota-headquartered national leader in substance use disorder treatment. Overlapping co-occurring treatment and chemical dependency programming, but primarily residential and intensive outpatient rather than community-based therapy.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lifedrs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/life-development-resources-p-a-

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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