Therapists in Appleton, WI
While mental health counseling can be an effective treatment for conditions like anxiety disorders or depression, therapy can do so much more. Many therapists help people in developing skills for building healthy relationships, stress management, and working with them in an ongoing and positive way to create meaningful change in their lives.
When it comes to finding a therapist, Appleton, WI may offer more options than surrounding rural areas, but finding the right therapist can be more complicated than making an appointment at a nearby counseling space. Within psychotherapy there are numerous treatment modalities and therapeutic approaches, and which is most effective can depend on what challenge is being addressed as well as personal preference. Adolescent and adult clients experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder may work best with a mental health therapist utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, while an individual trying to set professional goals may prefer solution focused therapy. What you need may not necessarily be available or accessible near you. This is where online therapy can help.
BetterHelp is an online platform that offers access to a variety of mental health professionals with expertise in a number of therapeutic approaches and with experience working with diverse populations. Simply fill out an online questionnaire and BetterHelp will match you with the therapist that best meets your needs. And because a person centered approach can be essential to success, if you need to change therapists for any reason you can do so at no additional cost.
Tracie Stewart
Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D.(c), LPC,BC-TMH
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
9 years offering treatment
I empower individuals and help them overcome obstacles. I have worked with many individuals by applying evidenced-based interventions in therapy. I have earned a master's degree in clinical psychology and as of recently, another master's degree in health psychology. I am a licensed professional counselor as well as distance credentialed counselor in the state of Wisconsin. I value overall wellbeing from a holistic perspective and I enjoy providing therapy that allows the development of improved life skills.
Michelle Jerard
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,ATR
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
13 years offering treatment
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.
Victoria Jackson
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW, LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
7 years offering treatment
Hi, my name is Victoria Jackson! I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin and I have been working in the field for 14 years since obtaining my Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and then I completed my Master's Degree in Social Work soon after. I've worked with individuals throughout the years in providing psychotherapy with the focus of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, substance abuse and trauma. I utilize treatment approaches that sustain real results with Strengths-Based, Solutions Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I have a person centered approach and help them to identify sustainable goals and solutions. I enjoy seeing the difference I make in people's lives and truly advocate to assist those in need. Therapy is a team effort and I work collaboratively with you in achieving your best outcomes. I look forward to work with you!
Justine Terzinski
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW (licensed clinical social worker),SAC-IT (substance abuse counselor- in training)
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyEating disordersSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment
My name is Justine, and I am a licensed clinical social worker from Wisconsin who provides clinical therapy to individuals over 18 who are struggling with mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, eating disorder, self esteem issues, relationship problems, etc. I have been working in the helping profession for over 10 years and truly enjoy the work I do. My treatment philosophy is rooted in empowerment based techniques focusing on healing and self worth. I like a positive, holistic approach to therapy. I think it is important to find balance in your life and it starts with improving self-esteem and implementing good self care. I am compassionate and supportive. My main priority is to truly hear my clients and to help them feel validated and encouraged to meet their goals. Consider reaching out to me today!
Holly Gardenier
Clinician
License Type(s): LMS, LPC, CASC, ICS
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
35 years offering treatment
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.
Mary Hargarten
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment
My name is Mary Hargarten and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am located in Milwaukee, WI. I have been doing therapy in person and online for 22 years. I have done therapy with individuals, couples and families. I have worked with clients around issues such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, relationship issues, family issues, domestic violence, self-esteem, sexual abuse, women’s issues, aging and issues at different life stages. It is my belief that we all have the resources we need inside of us to cope with the challenges that life throws at us. Sometime we just need a little help finding those coping skills and bringing them out. We all have strengths that we can develop and build on to help us cope better in day to day life. I believe that our family of origin can have a lot of influence on our ideas and beliefs so it is important to explore that influence and how it may be helping or hurting us in the present day. I believe in treating the whole person and in trying to find a good balance in all areas of our lives - physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual. My style is to be warm, caring, non-judgmental, compassionate and I have a good sense of humor. I try to step into your shoes so I can better understand exactly where you are coming from. You are the expert on your life and I am the expert on therapeutic strategies so we need to work together to see what will work best to get you where you want to go in your life. I think it takes tremendous courage to go to therapy and talk about your deepest feelings and fears. So just taking that step shows you are already moving in the right direction to shift your life in the way you want it to go. I use different types of therapy - Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Bowen’s Family System’s therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps us look at our thoughts and beliefs and actions and how they are working positively or negatively for us. Solution Focused Therapy is about focusing on one issue at a time and setting goals to solve the problem. Motivational Interviewing is about finding out what motivates you to make changes in your behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy teaches how to accept the things we cannot change and commit to changing the things we can. It also teaches Mindfulness which is a very useful tool in everyday life. Bowen’s Family System Therapy talks about how we each need to “individuate” from our families by developing our own values and beliefs as an individual. I truly look forward to working with you. I love doing this work and being reminded daily of the strength of the human spirit.
Penny Collins
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
40 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Arizona and Wisconsin with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Madison Knowles
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorder
3 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Matthew Kangas
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.
Rebecca Thierfelder
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
11 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with decades of experience in the mental health field. I have been called compassionately challenging with a validating approach that aids forward movement from emotional stuck points. I am empathetic and use well placed humor to facilitate the self-reflection process. I have extensive experience working across a vast spectrum of conditions and challenge areas given my experience working in community mental health settings. I have utilized both individual and group interventions to assist people with navigating life changes, stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, addictions and trauma. I have training in various modalities including (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (DBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, (MI) Motivational Interviewing, (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, and (ACT) Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. These techniques allow me to approach my interactions with a flexible style based on your values to build a life worth living. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Availability is an important factor in selecting a therapist that can meet your scheduling needs. I offer live sessions via chat, video, and phone on weekday evenings and some weekends. Another feature of this service is messaging that is available to you at anytime. I strive to respond to messages within 24 hours in between live sessions. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling & happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey!
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Appleton?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Appleton that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Appleton available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Appleton therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Appleton therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Appleton region and in the state of Wisconsin.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Appleton can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Appleton may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Appleton offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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