Therapists in 53092
Heather Hart Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I view psychotherapy as a powerful tool for breaking out of confusion and pain. I work with people seeking help with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, performance, life transitions, job problems, relationship issues, loneliness, and unhappiness. I actively and compassionately work with individuals (adults and adolescents) to help them regain a sense of hope, meaning, and connection in their lives, improving their coping skills and to manage daily stress and overcome destructive behaviors. As a therapist, I work with people to create the lives they want, allowing them to interact more successfully in their families, relationships, and the broader community.
I view psychotherapy as a powerful tool for breaking out of confusion and pain. I work with people seeking help with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, performance, life transitions, job problems, relationship issues, loneliness, and unhappiness. I actively and compassionately work with individuals (adults and adolescents) to help them regain a sense of hope, meaning, and connection in their lives, improving their coping skills and to manage daily stress and overcome destructive behaviors. As a therapist, I work with people to create the lives they want, allowing them to interact more successfully in their families, relationships, and the broader community.
Mary W Ferguson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
I feel honored and fortunate to be a psychologist. I love working with people to find their best selves, to set boundaries and to improve their lives in whatever way is best for them. I have an intimate, comfortable office in Mequon, WI, and I also offer virtual therapy for those who prefer the comfort of therapy in their own homes/offices. My ideal client is anyone who is coping with past trauma, dealing with chronic illness, or who is trying to manage complex personality traits in themselves or others. My ideal client is motivated to work on themselves, or to learn how to help themselves manage a loved ones' complicated behavior.
I feel honored and fortunate to be a psychologist. I love working with people to find their best selves, to set boundaries and to improve their lives in whatever way is best for them. I have an intimate, comfortable office in Mequon, WI, and I also offer virtual therapy for those who prefer the comfort of therapy in their own homes/offices. My ideal client is anyone who is coping with past trauma, dealing with chronic illness, or who is trying to manage complex personality traits in themselves or others. My ideal client is motivated to work on themselves, or to learn how to help themselves manage a loved ones' complicated behavior.
Jeanine M Swenson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
My areas of expertise include: stress management, helping couples in crisis or transition, intimacy, parenting issues, adoption, fertility challenges and individuals & families living with chronic illness.
Are you feeling stuck in your personal or professional life? Are you missing closeness or comfort that has wained ? I am trained and licensed in Marriage & Family Therapy (systems) and enjoy helping patients and their families work on relational issues. My work is relationship & sex positive, and my focus is strength-based and solution-focused. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your unique story.
My areas of expertise include: stress management, helping couples in crisis or transition, intimacy, parenting issues, adoption, fertility challenges and individuals & families living with chronic illness.
Are you feeling stuck in your personal or professional life? Are you missing closeness or comfort that has wained ? I am trained and licensed in Marriage & Family Therapy (systems) and enjoy helping patients and their families work on relational issues. My work is relationship & sex positive, and my focus is strength-based and solution-focused. I look forward to meeting you and hearing your unique story.
Holly Wonder
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I also have experience working with people diagnosed with serious mental and physical illness.
I believe that success in psychotherapy ultimately depends on developing a genuine dialogue between you as a person, and me as your therapist. The gentle art of change also means discussing the context of your life-- where you are at now-- and how you got there (including how you developed and maintain the values you live by). Your values provide the "richness" to living. Most of all, the process of psychotherapy means understanding what you've already tried, whether it has worked (or not worked) -- and yes-- what gets in the way of you living a better life.
I also have experience working with people diagnosed with serious mental and physical illness.
I believe that success in psychotherapy ultimately depends on developing a genuine dialogue between you as a person, and me as your therapist. The gentle art of change also means discussing the context of your life-- where you are at now-- and how you got there (including how you developed and maintain the values you live by). Your values provide the "richness" to living. Most of all, the process of psychotherapy means understanding what you've already tried, whether it has worked (or not worked) -- and yes-- what gets in the way of you living a better life.
Gretchen Mead
LCSW, CYT
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I'd like to support you on your journey while you grow resilient from past pain, learn from relationship mistakes, ease yourself through stressful times, and carry the weight of the world when you must, all while moving through the discomfort toward a happier, healthier, and more robust version of your best self.
Currently accepting clients for ketamine assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic integration and psychotherapy. I would like the opportunity support you in reaching your fullest potential. By helping you reduce your symptoms of sadness, anxiety, anger, lethargy, and trauma, then replacing those symptoms with a life filled with health, wellness, joy, love, creativity, relationships and passion. As a uniquely trained ecotherapist, psychedelic integration specialist and yoga teacher, I bring a holistic perspective to mental health - including deeply connecting to our own mind, body and spirit, others, the earth, and a larger purpose.
I'd like to support you on your journey while you grow resilient from past pain, learn from relationship mistakes, ease yourself through stressful times, and carry the weight of the world when you must, all while moving through the discomfort toward a happier, healthier, and more robust version of your best self.
Currently accepting clients for ketamine assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic integration and psychotherapy. I would like the opportunity support you in reaching your fullest potential. By helping you reduce your symptoms of sadness, anxiety, anger, lethargy, and trauma, then replacing those symptoms with a life filled with health, wellness, joy, love, creativity, relationships and passion. As a uniquely trained ecotherapist, psychedelic integration specialist and yoga teacher, I bring a holistic perspective to mental health - including deeply connecting to our own mind, body and spirit, others, the earth, and a larger purpose.
Ciara Christensen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I am dedicated to supporting young adults and adults grappling with various challenges, including pain management, headaches, sleep disturbances, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Life can get or feel messy sometimes, especially when we encounter experiences that leave us feeling bewildered, overwhelmed, or as if we're merely surviving rather than thriving. It's during these moments that the guidance of a skilled psychological professional can become invaluable. My practice offers a place where individuals are invited sit and engage in one-on-one conversations, providing time to be fully heard, explore their experiences in depth, and gain some insights.
I am dedicated to supporting young adults and adults grappling with various challenges, including pain management, headaches, sleep disturbances, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Life can get or feel messy sometimes, especially when we encounter experiences that leave us feeling bewildered, overwhelmed, or as if we're merely surviving rather than thriving. It's during these moments that the guidance of a skilled psychological professional can become invaluable. My practice offers a place where individuals are invited sit and engage in one-on-one conversations, providing time to be fully heard, explore their experiences in depth, and gain some insights.
Mind Body Spirit Program
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Every person has rheir own story wrought with pain, suffering, despair, and loss.
Immediate Appointments Available Visit www.mindbodyspiritprogram.com. We treat each client with the the respect and compassion they deserve. We work as a team to help each client accomplish their goals, fulfill their potential and live their best life. Each client has rheir own story and we collaboratively design a plan to accomplish success. We believe that providing a ZERO judgement zone is crucial. We will be your guide, mentor, and biggest cheerleader. Together we will accomplish your goals so you can live the life you were meant to live
Every person has rheir own story wrought with pain, suffering, despair, and loss.
Immediate Appointments Available Visit www.mindbodyspiritprogram.com. We treat each client with the the respect and compassion they deserve. We work as a team to help each client accomplish their goals, fulfill their potential and live their best life. Each client has rheir own story and we collaboratively design a plan to accomplish success. We believe that providing a ZERO judgement zone is crucial. We will be your guide, mentor, and biggest cheerleader. Together we will accomplish your goals so you can live the life you were meant to live
Annette Knutson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Annette Knutson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. Annette has more than 20 years of training and experience in person-centered, trauma-informed, co-occurring care across the lifespan. Life is a complex journey filled with ups and downs. Your journey is your unique experience and requires your own personal choices and solutions. Annette looks forward to joining you on your personal journey, helping you to find comfort or resolution to the situations that cause you distress, and helping you celebrate your accomplishments along the way a healthier and happier you!.
Annette Knutson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. Annette has more than 20 years of training and experience in person-centered, trauma-informed, co-occurring care across the lifespan. Life is a complex journey filled with ups and downs. Your journey is your unique experience and requires your own personal choices and solutions. Annette looks forward to joining you on your personal journey, helping you to find comfort or resolution to the situations that cause you distress, and helping you celebrate your accomplishments along the way a healthier and happier you!.
Caroline Schmidt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I’m Dr. Caroline Schmidt, a licensed psychologist and experienced psychotherapist. I help people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship problems.
I’m Dr. Caroline Schmidt, a licensed psychologist and experienced psychotherapist. I help people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship problems.
Holly Wonder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Successful therapy begins with a genuine dialogue between you as a person and me as your therapist. The gentle art of change means discussing the context of your life where you are at now and how you got there (including how you developed and maintain the values you live by). Your values provide the "richness" to living. Most of all, psychotherapy means understanding what you've already tried, what has worked and yes- what gets in the way of you living a better life.
Successful therapy begins with a genuine dialogue between you as a person and me as your therapist. The gentle art of change means discussing the context of your life where you are at now and how you got there (including how you developed and maintain the values you live by). Your values provide the "richness" to living. Most of all, psychotherapy means understanding what you've already tried, what has worked and yes- what gets in the way of you living a better life.
Veronica Pyatt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Veronica Pyatt is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than five years of experience. Prior to becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor, she worked in the field of education. She was licensed in the state of Wisconsin in elementary education with a focus in special education. It was her experience, working with children in the academic setting, that caused her to pursue a career in counseling. She earned a trauma certification while completing the master's program at Mount Mary University. Veronica works with children aged 2 and older, adolescents, adults, and families.
Veronica Pyatt is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than five years of experience. Prior to becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor, she worked in the field of education. She was licensed in the state of Wisconsin in elementary education with a focus in special education. It was her experience, working with children in the academic setting, that caused her to pursue a career in counseling. She earned a trauma certification while completing the master's program at Mount Mary University. Veronica works with children aged 2 and older, adolescents, adults, and families.
Rachel Gerber
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward your wellness! Choosing a counselor can be difficult. I aspire to provide a safe, relaxed, and empathetic space, that allows individuals and families to gain awareness, learn effective coping strategies, and promote a supportive environment. Through a collaborative process, we will work towards overcoming obstacles, achieving your goals, self-discovery, and self-acceptance. I encourage a relaxed environment with some humor to create a therapeutic environment. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness. Most appointments are in the evening.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step toward your wellness! Choosing a counselor can be difficult. I aspire to provide a safe, relaxed, and empathetic space, that allows individuals and families to gain awareness, learn effective coping strategies, and promote a supportive environment. Through a collaborative process, we will work towards overcoming obstacles, achieving your goals, self-discovery, and self-acceptance. I encourage a relaxed environment with some humor to create a therapeutic environment. I look forward to helping you on your journey to wellness. Most appointments are in the evening.
Julia Crivello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thiensville, WI 53092
I am a therapist focused in helping individuals with trauma, stress, relationship issues, abuse, negative self-talk/image, anxiety, depression, and more. I look at each client holistically by using my skills as a certified integrative therapist by focusing on the mind, physical body and overall spirit. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - life can be very challenging. Having an unbiased, safe, and compassionate space to build a therapeutic relationship and explore the past and find ways to gain control, relief, self-love and joy in life together are my goal as a therapist.
I am a therapist focused in helping individuals with trauma, stress, relationship issues, abuse, negative self-talk/image, anxiety, depression, and more. I look at each client holistically by using my skills as a certified integrative therapist by focusing on the mind, physical body and overall spirit. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - life can be very challenging. Having an unbiased, safe, and compassionate space to build a therapeutic relationship and explore the past and find ways to gain control, relief, self-love and joy in life together are my goal as a therapist.
Ann Marie Arvoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
My approach in therapy is to be honest and direct with the people I work with, but in a way that is combined with compassion and understanding. I am often told by my clients that they feel they are truly listened to and not judged. I have success in working with people who want to alleviate stress, decrease depression and anxiety, identify and work through negative patterns and create more joy and passion in their lives.
My approach in therapy is to be honest and direct with the people I work with, but in a way that is combined with compassion and understanding. I am often told by my clients that they feel they are truly listened to and not judged. I have success in working with people who want to alleviate stress, decrease depression and anxiety, identify and work through negative patterns and create more joy and passion in their lives.
Emily Berson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092 (Online Only)
Being seen and valued for who we truly are, particularly in a space free of judgment, bias, and pretense, is an incredible feeling. When we feel safe to be ourselves, peace and healing naturally follow. From there, we can blossom, grow, and thrive! It often takes that feeling of safety and security for the truest parts of ourselves to be free to emerge. The essence of therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship and the sense of safety that comes with it. Knowing that you are in a space where your confidence is kept, your story is protected, and your whole person is viewed with loving kindness allows for growth.
Being seen and valued for who we truly are, particularly in a space free of judgment, bias, and pretense, is an incredible feeling. When we feel safe to be ourselves, peace and healing naturally follow. From there, we can blossom, grow, and thrive! It often takes that feeling of safety and security for the truest parts of ourselves to be free to emerge. The essence of therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship and the sense of safety that comes with it. Knowing that you are in a space where your confidence is kept, your story is protected, and your whole person is viewed with loving kindness allows for growth.
Susan Nolte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
Whether you are struggling with parenthood, having frequent conflicts with your partner, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in the field of psychology, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic for children doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and I have strategies and techniques to start helping you right now.
Whether you are struggling with parenthood, having frequent conflicts with your partner, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in the field of psychology, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic for children doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and I have strategies and techniques to start helping you right now.
Susan Wasserman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Are you looking for a warm and trusting connection to help you be truly seen and understood? Do you feel depressed, anxious, lost, or stuck? Do you struggle with self-esteem or relationship challenges? With support and compassion I facilitate self-awareness, transformation and a greater sense of well being. I provide tools to work through trauma and grief, diminish negative patterns. and increase self compassion.
With over 27 years experience, my approach is holistic. I honor diversity and complexity, I work best with those interested in exploring their inner resources, gaining insight into themselves, and releasing blocks to progress.
Are you looking for a warm and trusting connection to help you be truly seen and understood? Do you feel depressed, anxious, lost, or stuck? Do you struggle with self-esteem or relationship challenges? With support and compassion I facilitate self-awareness, transformation and a greater sense of well being. I provide tools to work through trauma and grief, diminish negative patterns. and increase self compassion.
With over 27 years experience, my approach is holistic. I honor diversity and complexity, I work best with those interested in exploring their inner resources, gaining insight into themselves, and releasing blocks to progress.
Carin A Pittleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Seeing a therapist can be scary and takes courage. I use a Strength Based approach to deal with issues including anxiety, depression, health related issues, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and parenting. By listening to you, reflecting and sharing information we will explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and behaviors in a gentle, safe and understanding environment. I am passionate about helping you think "outside the box" with regard to your personal development to regain confidence and hope.
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Seeing a therapist can be scary and takes courage. I use a Strength Based approach to deal with issues including anxiety, depression, health related issues, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and parenting. By listening to you, reflecting and sharing information we will explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and behaviors in a gentle, safe and understanding environment. I am passionate about helping you think "outside the box" with regard to your personal development to regain confidence and hope.
Jill Spielmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
I have a strong passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma and who are motivated to find relief and better coping strategies. Additionally, I enjoy helping individuals who are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, and relationship concerns.
I have a strong passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma and who are motivated to find relief and better coping strategies. Additionally, I enjoy helping individuals who are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, and relationship concerns.
Carly Lupo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSW, BCN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mequon, WI 53092
The therapeutic bond is a healing space that is completely safe. That means, you can do close to no wrong in our relationship. This is a space that you are held with unconditional positive regard and should not be afraid to share things that you feel you may have done “wrong” that week, or avoid sharing something you weren’t able to accomplish. I want you to feel that you can tell me your deepest darkest thoughts and find that sometimes the best work comes when you are faced with things that make you uncomfortable.
The therapeutic bond is a healing space that is completely safe. That means, you can do close to no wrong in our relationship. This is a space that you are held with unconditional positive regard and should not be afraid to share things that you feel you may have done “wrong” that week, or avoid sharing something you weren’t able to accomplish. I want you to feel that you can tell me your deepest darkest thoughts and find that sometimes the best work comes when you are faced with things that make you uncomfortable.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.