When you live in a resort town like Lake Geneva, you may feel pressured to be happy all the time. Nobody expects someone who lives in a vacation town to be unhappy but no matter where you live, mental and emotional conditions can affect anyone. If you or someone you care about is having signs of mental or emotional illness, it is important to talk to a mental health professional.
No matter who you are and how strong you may be, everyone needs help sometime in their life. It’s good to know that you can do things on your own, but it’s also important that you know that in the Lake Geneva area, there are many mental health experts who can give you a hand when it is needed.

Kaitlyn Schobert
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. I am licensed in both New Jersey and Wisconsin. My therapeutic focus is to help people live well and move beyond suffering. Therapy is an opportunity that allows for you to have a deeper connection with yourself, helping you to show up differently and more authentically in your life. Through exploration, my clients gain knowledge of negative patterns and limiting beliefs. This information increases self-awareness leading to powerful conscious change. I draw from several therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs. My style is warm, direct, honest and open. I welcome you to share your story. I am hopeful that together we can create powerful change, helping you to live well and see new possibilities. It’d be my pleasure to journey with you on the path toward that place. www.yournewlight.co

Johanna Lopez
Hello! I am here for you, to listen and guide. What exactly does that mean? I understand the issues that you bring to our sessions are very important to you. You deserve to be heard. And in the process of listening to you, I intend to question and comment, giving you compassion, reflection, and the sum total of my expertise. That experience is broad and complex. I have a master's degree in Educational Psychology from The University of Wisconsin-- Milwaukee (1983) and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Wisconsin. In August of 2014, I also earned a Certificate of Completion from The University of Wisconsin-- Madison, focused on the topic of Mental Health and the Older Adult. It was important to me to back up my experience with scientific evidence regarding the aging process. After teaching middle school students for 15 years, I discovered that the best part of the school day was counseling individuals after school! So I became a guidance counselor, working in the same school long enough to counsel the children of my former students. I progressed into in-home therapy, working with teens who had a "brush" with the law. Rather than put them in detention, a judge would send them back home, to the same school, but with a counselor (like me!) who worked with them in both the school setting as well as the home setting. I eventually worked with another organization that specialized in helping Medicaid families. They needed counseling in child rearing, budgeting, time management, and basic survival skills. My therapeutic style is eclectic, that is, I use a variety of techniques to reach the goals you, the client, set in the beginning of our relationship. I do more listening than speaking. I move as fast or as slowly as you choose. Hopefully, you will trust me enough to be honest with me, knowing I won't judge you or hurt you with my words. I believe that people can change. If you are ready, I would love to support you in your journey. It would be a privilege to work with you.

Bonneka Seals
I recognize each person has their own unique struggles and seeking help is a big step. Thank you for taking the first steps in seeking help. I offer a variety of services tailored to your specific needs. As a Nationally Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, I provide social and emotional support to individuals struggling with relationships, life stressors, depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, trauma, mental health challenges, as well as many other life situations. I serve adults who are suffering and/or perhaps feel "stuck" in their lives due to sadness, worries about the future, negative self-evaluations, dissatisfaction with how they look, dealing relationship conflicts, or difficulty navigating through major life decisions. My specialized training in trauma allows me to help empower survivors of traumatic situations including abusive relationships to facilitate change. My focus is on the person as a whole, not the mental health disorder. Together we can work through the process of growth and change as well as helping you free yourself from “unhealthy patterns.” Developing mindfulness and self-awareness is the origin of change. There is a strong connection between mental health and happiness. You are in control of your happiness. Let me help you navigate to your destination of " happiness. " My counseling philosophy is based on a collaborative empathic relationship between the client and the therapist. When asked about my treatment approach, I often respond with "it's 'our' approach." My role is collaborative. Therefore, I will not tell you what to think or do, but rather, develop a relationship that allows us to find the answers together. As a licensed therapist, my theory for counseling is an integrative approach which includes client-centered, emotionally focused, and evidence based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, Person-centered, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Therapy. My areas of specialty include substance abuse, trauma, anxiety/depression, domestic violence, life coaching, career counseling, relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem issues, severe mental health issues and mindfulness. As a licensed mental health therapist, I am committed to "being there" for you. I am the perfect match for you as a therapist. You are in the driver seat of your life. When you are ready to make the changes for a happier "you" contact me. I look forward to working with you!

Mary Newbauer
My name is Mary Newbauer, I am recently retired after 28 years of providing service to patients and families at the end of life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Wisconsin. I received my masters degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1999. After all these years it is still my wish to provide comfort through counseling to those who hurt, not only from the death of a loved one, but also loss through divorce, ending of a significant relationship, even our own aging process. I work with individuals who are going through life transitions. My counseling practice provides a confidential, empathetic space to navigate difficult and painful times, assisting clients in adapting to those changes and eventually creating new life. The counseling techniques I practice most are : Solution focused, Client Centered, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) and Mindfulness. I also embrace experience and wisdom. If you believe I can be helpful, I am honored to assist you with supportive presence, active listening and my years of experience and wisdom. SPECIALTIES: Stress/Anxiety Depression end of life/bereavement Aging Coping with with life changes Relationships (not couple counseling)

Jamie OConnor
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. 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.

Heidi Skattebo
I am licensed in Minnesota with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, and depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Tom Gozinske
I am a licensed professional counselor in Wisconsin and Iowa and have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss, anger, and other issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Patricia Johnson-Haney
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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.

Rebecca Thierfelder
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!

Ashley Baird Urbanski
I am licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin with about a decade of experience as a therapist. I have specialized skills in helping clients with eating disorders, body image issues, disordered eating, stress, anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I can help you make rapid changes with specialized approaches that I have extensive training in. It truly 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 and empower you in that journey! My whole goal is to help you!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Lake Geneva
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 Lake Geneva that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 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 Lake Geneva available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Lake Geneva 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, Lake Geneva therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Lake Geneva region and in the state of Wisconsin.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Lake Geneva 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 Lake Geneva may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.