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Dr. Lorraine M. Brutsche
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Brian
May 30, 2025
I was a client of Lorraine's when I was a kid. We met through Luther Child Services. She helped me a really rough patch of my early life, and I have profound gratitude for her help. I think of her often through challenging times, her early interventions like "safe place" visualization, total relaxation, and play therapy are hallmarks of my memory of her that still help me today, and I am reminded of this in my work as mental health counselor.
Nancy Tronnes
January 25, 2009
My granddaughter and I had the good fortune to be on the same Great Britain tour as Lorraine. We instantly gravitated to her happy enthusiasm. She added so much life to our trip. In a very short time my granddaughter and I felt that we had known Lorraine for a long time. Her laughter, warmth and joy was a large part of our vacation. We were honored. Lorraine, you were so special! Thank you, Nancy & Rachael
Heather Iverson
January 9, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes to the family. Dr. Brutsche was my daughter's counselor and I am very sad to hear of this shocking news. She was very patient, encouraging and believed in my daughter's abilities. This is a very sad day. We have lost a very caring contribution to our community. Again, I am sorry for your loss and mine as well.
Kathy Caling
January 8, 2009
Seth, my heart goes out to you and your family. I know the pain you are feeling as I lost my mother last year. It is not an easy journey you are experiencing, but you will come through it. Feel free to contact me if there is anything I can do to help you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul Schoenfeld, PhD
January 7, 2009
Lorraine was a valued member of the Behavioral Health Department of The Everett Clinic for almost 15 years. We will miss her very much and we wish to extend our sympathies to her family.She was a talented child therapist who contributed a great deal to our community.
Laura
January 7, 2009
My deepest condolences. She was a lovely woman who deeply cared for her patients. She was very dutiful to her parents when they needed her.
C & T
January 6, 2009
We were so shocked to receive a letter just before Christmas from Dr. Linda Crabtree regarding Dr. Brutsche's passing. Even though my daughter was Lorraine's patient, I (like others have mentioned) learned a lot about myself as well as my daughter during her visits over a 13 year period after I became a single mother. Dr. Brutsche helped both of us to understand everything she was going through and how to survive all those tough times that followed together with tons of compassion, patience and gentle persistance when necessary from Lorraine. Dr. Brutsche definitely loved her job and deeply cared about all her patients. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. We both miss her dearly. Lorraine was a beautiful person.
Dr. Karen Rossman
January 6, 2009
I will truly miss Lorraine. We were co-workers and friends. I will miss our phone conversations, our occasional lunch (not frequent enough), and our many laughs. My sympathies to her family.
Terry Luton
January 6, 2009
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Brusche's passing. She helped my children so much. My prayers are with her family. She was a special women and so dedicated to helping make the world a better place, one child at a time.
Andi
January 5, 2009
My son was a patient of Lorraine's. He didn't want to go to his first appointment, but after meeting her, he didn't want to leave. She was his friend and they shared a love of Legos. My son wanted to see her even after she said he no longer needed to see her. She gave me her cell # in case my son needed to talk with her. She was a selfless woman and I will never forget her. She was wonderful and I am so sad this world has lost a beautiful woman who gave so much. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dr. Scott Wykes
January 5, 2009
On behalf of Fountaingate Psychological Services, our deepest sympathies to the friends, family and clients of Dr. Brutshe, --a dedicated colleague who will be sadly missed in the Marysville community.
Kim
January 5, 2009
I think my son learned the biggest lesson in life from Dr. Lorraine Brutsche'. When we first came into her office, my son immediately went for her castle of toys. Dr. Brutsche' explained to my son, how important it was to ask to play with someone's toys and to be very gentle, because they had been played with alot. My son will always remember how Dr. Brutsche' looked into his eyes as we started to leave and said, "remember the rules, if you take something out to play with, you have to pick it up and put it away as well." Everytime we came to visit, Dr. Brutsche' never had to remind him. He knew the rules and it has stuck with my son over the years. One of the many valuable things we learned from Dr. Brutsche'. We are saddened to hear of her passing and we will miss her so much.
Our prayers are with the Everett Clinic and all of her friends and family.
Jeanette Cannon
January 5, 2009
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Lorraine's family and friends. I worked with Lorraine at Luther Child Center and have so many memories of her. She was a very dedicated therapist and will be missed by many.
vickie labrake
January 4, 2009
we will miss lorraine very much. my son has seen her for almost 2 years. she alway made him happy and understood his kind, gentle heart. may god bless all who have been touched by her.
nicole Smith
January 4, 2009
I was shocked and saddened to see the obituary today! I have seen Dr. Brutsche' over the years at the clinic. She was always friendly and had a wonderful presence about her. I am so sorry for the loss. I will pray for the family and coworkers of this wonderful lady!
Melissa Shoop
January 4, 2009
I was shocked and deeply grieved when I happened to see this obituary today. My son was also a patient of Dr. Brutshe. Even though we only visited with her a few times during the summer, the visits helped my son and gave my husband and I the encouragement and help we needed. My son loved his visits with her and has often asked when he could go see "that lady that studies my brain" again. :) We loved her gentle manner and obvious love for her work. I always felt more confident as a parent after leaving her office. Our prayers will be with Dr. Brutsche's family - and all who are missing her - that they may be comforted in this time of grief.
Theresa Jones
January 4, 2009
My son was a patient of Dr. Brutsche. He was very fond of her. She helped him a great deal. We will miss this wonderful women. My condolences to her family
Debbie Licker
January 1, 2009
Dr. Brutsche treated our daughter for her mood disorder-she was a pivotal person/Doctor, whom taught us things we did not know re: relating to each other. She was key in helping our daughter, and ultimately restoring our family. Her works here on earth were a gift she used well, but ultimately, God decides when to call us home. I wish comfort and strength, and in time, joy for her family. All who knew her were blessed, and we won't forget her wonderful smile and warmth. Thank you Dr. Brutsche-
Robin Moberly
January 1, 2009
Dr. Brutsche has been our daughter's therapist for the last three years. She worked with not only our daughter, but our entire family. She was a God-send to us - her insight, practical wisdom, intuitiveness and advice changed our lives. We are extremely saddened that she has left this world and we will miss her. Deep condolences to her son - she spoke of you often and with deep love.
Mary
December 31, 2008
Dr. Brutsche is going to be missed so very much. My son had been seeing her for the last year and half. She was an amazing woman and doctor. She gave me my son back. And for that I will be forever grateful. My son and I will miss her terribly. We were very lucky to have had her in our lives. Once again thank you for everything you have done for us. Our prayers go out to her family....
JoAnn Moffitt
December 26, 2008
I am shocked and saddened by the news of Lorraine's passing. She was an angel to many in our community and will truly be missed. Lorraine's family is in my prayers.
Kelli
December 24, 2008
Our prayers are with her family at this time. God Bless
HEATHER DALTON
December 19, 2008
Lorraine saw my son a few times over the years and he really liked her. I also enjoyed working with her, she was a wonderful lady and cared so much about those around her. she will be deeply missed. My thoughts go out to her loved ones.
Stacey Ahrens
December 19, 2008
I am very suprised and saddened to learn of Lorraine's death. She worked with my son and I with his impulsiveness. He played "sorry" with her a few times. She always let him win (bless her soul)! She was very inlightening for us both and many others. She was a highly respected therapist locally and I will miss her as a personal and professional collegue. I send happy, warm, comforting thoughts to her family and am thankful that they could share such a wonderful lady with so many others. My son, Kyle, sends his love also.
Paula Skomski
December 18, 2008
I am so saddened to hear of Lorraine's passing. She was a great help to my daughter, stepson and me over the years. She was a wonderful therapist, woman and colleague. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Carol Jason
December 18, 2008
I am so shocked to have heard of Dr. Brutsche's passing. I have referred her to many of my friends. She helped our family so much and we are very grateful. I pray for her son, whom she spoke highly of.
Shirley Siegel
December 17, 2008
I' m so sorry to hear of Lorraine's passing. The area has lost a GREAT THERAPIST and a great person. I will miss consulting with her and her sense of humor. My prayers are with her family.
Dorothy Renfro
December 17, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Brutsche. She treated our granddaughter and we thought a lot of her.
Our hearts and prayers go out for her family.
Rebekah Olson
December 17, 2008
She was my therapist when I was around 11 years old. In fact, last couple times I visited the Marysville location I saw her.
My prayers are with her loved ones. She was a good person and had a big heart.
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