Therapists in Wisconsin

An ideal client is one who is being just who they are in spite of all the challenges or concerns they may be dealing with. I have weekend and some evening hours. I work as a counselor and as an instructor for SUDC students at CVTC. I have a masters degree in counseling from the University of Iowa and am credentialed with a LPC and CSAC in Wisconsin. I work with persons who have issues related to emotional well-being, whether mental health, adjustment related, substance-use related, or couple's issues. I have worked in a private practice setting for 12 years. I have experience with emergency work at a ER (primary suicidal assessments). I have worked in substance use disorder agencies (hospitals and clinics, inpatient and outpatient, small non-profit and a few which are profit-based). I have extensive work with employee assistance counseling. I have also worked with clients with correctional issues. Getting to understand what one is going through is a priority. Developing a working alliance with that person is essential. Patient empowerment and collaborative problem solving are cued in on.

I am a licensed therapist with fifteen years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, from those going through significant life changes to those healing from traumatic experiences. I graduated from UW-Milwaukee in 2009 with Bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Psychology and an honors in Liberal Arts. I continued there and graduated in 2011 with a Master's degree in Educational Psychology, with a specialty in Community Counseling. In 2018, I graduated from UW-Madison with an additional capstone degree in Infant, Early Childhood, and Family Mental Health. For the first ten years of my career I worked primarily with families through in-home therapy in Milwaukee, the City of Neighborhoods! I then joined the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin as a Child and Family Therapist and Agent for the Bureau of Child Welfare as an advocate and therapist for families in the Healthy Infant Court program at the Vel R. Phillips Juvenile Justice Center. I have worked as an independently contracted therapist through the Betterhelp site since 2020 and enjoy navigating the very new field of telehealth and online therapy. I obtained licenses from Texas and Florida in 2024. The first few times we meet, the focus will be on your life and how you have been impacted by what has happened to you. We will work together to figure out how you can get to where you’d like to be. I’m happy to answer any questions you might have about my approach, or the counseling process in general! Send me a message :) Harassment has no place in the workplace - know your rights :) I have additional education and experience in the following: Identity and Parts Work Personality and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Nutrition for Mental Health and Disordered Eating Attachment Theory and Assessment/ Developmental Psychology Cognitive Behavioral Therapy And Short-Term Behavioral Health Jungian Therapy Career Development, Work Environments, and Group Dynamics Intimacy, Sensate-Focus, and Couples Counseling Polyamorous, Open, and Alternative Relationship Structures & Dynamics Psychodynamic Therapy Healing from Break-ups and Relationship Grief Imago Relationship Therapy Dream Analysis Child Development and Child-Parent Psychotherapy Adoption Competency Foster-Care/Adoption, Separation/Divorce, and Family Legal Processes Perinatal Mental Health and Post-Partum Depression Intergenerational Mental Health Impact and Collective Consciousness Multicultural Counseling, Role of Culture in Health Practices LGBTQA+ Affirmative Practices Spirituality & Faith Experiences of Death, Dying, Grief, and the After-life Reflective Practices and Supervision Creative Therapies: Art, Writing, and Music Applied Behavior Analysis Meditation and Mindfulness Yoga (Registered Teacher at 200-Hour Level) and Somatic Experiencing Due to HIPAA law and ethics within the therapy field, all information shared during therapy is kept on the site. I do not save, print, or store any information shared in sessions off of the site in a physical location. I am unable to respond to emails from clients because of the inability to identify the sender of the email. In order to ensure information is kept secure, all requests for information or documentation of therapy must come through the secured portal of your client account. Sessions may not be recorded, although live chat (synchronous messaging) sessions may be saved in the client's online journal for continued reference.

Welcome! My name is Emily and I am a licensed professional counselor in the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Wisconsin. I have over 18 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings including schools, residential, outpatient, in-home, and private practice. I feel so committed to this kind of work; the ability to partner with others and help them see their strengths and abilities to empower them. I work to create a healing space where growth, understanding and change can occur. I love the quote by Carl Jung, "We are not what happened to us, we are who we choose to become." This is what I think therapy is all about; helping people understand this and see their future, one that is full of hope and the ability to overcome the challenges and struggles that life can bring. This is not just a philosophy or modality of a treatment. It is a way of being and seeing in the world, a way of seeing the potential and nobility in anything or anyone. SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Parenting issues Relationships Self esteem Depression Also experienced in: Addictions , LGBT, Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes Years of Experience: 18

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I work with clients ages 5 though adult, and have experience dealing with issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, disabilities, adoption and foster care and much more! I use an eclectic approach, using primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered techniques (depending on the particular client’s need).

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have been in practice since 2012 and have served many populations at every level of care. I have worked with the entire lifespan at the outpatient, in-home, in-patient and in groups over the last decade. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced traumatic life events, are going through life transitions, have anxiety, depression, family conflict and parenting conflicts. I believe in mutual respect and providing the space for your healing process to occur. I use a cognitive behavioral approach embedded with trauma informed care. I tailor each treatment plan to each client and modify as we both see fit. It takes courage to invest in yourself. I look forward to guiding you on your journey.

I am a therapist licensed in Wisconsin with over 4 years of experience working as a counselor, Clinical Mental Health Professional and Social Worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and Solution Focused Therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin with over six years of experience helping families and individuals with their relationships, mental health, and addiction issues. I work with clients with addictions, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, grief, and overall life stress. I have a Trauma-informed Care Certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and this gives me a unique perspective when interacting with clients. My counseling style is compassionate, warm, and engaging. I believe in removing barriers to treatment, such as stigmatizing labels, and respecting each person's unique strengths and goals. I start where the client is to help them navigate life's successes and challenges. I combine motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and humanistic approaches to help clients live happier and more fulfilling lives. Our discussions will focus on the issues and topics that are relevant to you, and I will collaborate with you to meet your specific goals and needs. I know that reaching out for help can be difficult, and change is never easy. If you are ready to begin the journey of living a happier and more fulfilling life, I am here to help you reach this goal. I look forward to working with you!

Troubled times can create anxious thoughts and choices. Whether wanting the sadness to end, or [re]discovering purposefulness, or wrestling with uncomfortable thoughts, targeted therapy can help. I believe that the answers lay within each of us. My training has focused on mitigating trauma, resolving grief, and tolerating uncertainty. I am EMDR certified, utilize mindfulness and cognitive therapy models, and have advanced training in working with addictions and other troubling behavior issues. Adding meditation as a daily ritual can be clarifying and fruitful in making everyday decisions. My encouragement will be to go beyond the surface of your life to explore the depth within. Fear, loss, joy and awareness are contained in the cells of our being. We carry every experience of and response to our lives deep inside. I believe each of us has the answers to our life's puzzles, and my job is to provide a compassionate and safe space for that journey. I look forward to working alongside you.

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." - Maya Angelou Congratulations on taking the first step in this part of your journey toward healing! Whether you have been struggling for a while or are just beginning your journey, whether you have sought therapy before or are new to this experience, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we will work to better understand your unique challenges, find solutions that work for you, and help you to achieve your goals. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have training and experience which allows me to provide treatment to a wide array of individuals, across the lifespan, and varying mental health concerns. I utilize a collaborative, solution focused, person-centered approach, working to understand your unique background, history, experiences, and needs, in a supportive and nonjudgmental manner. I have training and experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, am gender affirming, kink aware, and poly-friendly. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, compassion, sensitivity, and dignity and these tenants are the building blocks of my therapeutic work. All are welcome and supported here. By being here, you have already taken one of the biggest steps to finding peace and a more fulfilling and happier life. I am looking forward to working with you as you continue on this journey!

Joel Kirchstein is a graduate from Liberty University. He holds a degree in Religion, and a degree in Psychology with a specialty in Christian Counseling and Life Coaching. His post graduate studies include an M.A. degree in Professional Counseling and an M.A. degree in Human Resource Counseling. Joel also holds certificates of completion from AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors) in Caring for Kid's God's Way, Caring for People God's Way, Healthy Sexuality, Breaking Free, and Marriage Works. Joel is licensed in Wisconsin with 3 years of professional work experience. He has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & intimacy related issues. He also has experience working with coping with life changes. Joel is currently working on his doctoral degree in Christian Education and Research. "I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process."

Hello. I am Christi, and I am licensed in Wisconsin with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have worked with children and teens ages 4-18, as well as adults and families. One of my specialties is working with individuals, and helping work through various family dynamics. It is essential to help children and parents learn to communicate and understand each other so that they can better themselves and their relationships. We all can work to improve ourselves everyday, and it takes courage to come forward and ask for the help. There is no one quick fix, but I will work with you to see how we can help you improve your quality of life and relationships with others. Specifically, I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, ADHD, depression, personality disorders, trauma, family conflicts, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, confidence, and much more. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes a lot of courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Wisconsin with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Wisconsin with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a licensed counselor and a certified rehabilitation counselor operating in Wisconsin. I’ve worked in many colorful and exciting fields and alongside and for many incredible people: I most recently served as a counselor with the state's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. I've practiced within the community (Madison, WI) as a case manager and a forensic mental health counselor for approximately 4 years - helping folks that had severe and persistent mental illnesses navigate their wellness and the courts. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked as an agent for the Department of Corrections. I was a trained financial planner, a licensed airplane mechanic (A&P), and I've moved pianos up and down hot narrow stairways in Houston, TX. My style and substance are client-centered and very heavily influenced by Rogerian or humanistic psychology. I am not the boss within my clients’ lives. And I strongly believe in counselors maintaining unconditional and positive regard for all clients, past, present, and future, but additionally, to maintain rationalism about what may be going on in someone's life, and above all else, that we be 100% honest with all of our people.