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As a school and clinically based psychologist I have been working with children, adolescents, their parents, and other adults for over 30 years. My goal is to help individuals use their strengths and learn how to better cope with a variety of challenges that affect their happiness and emotional strength in many different environments. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach which helps individuals better understand the the relationship between their thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.I specialize in the identification and treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children, adolescents, and adults. I also specialize in treating the geriatric population.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in individual and couples therapy exclusively at my private practice, Two Willows Counseling, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Among my areas of expertise are mood disorders, trauma and eating disorders.

If you suspect that your present life is being affected by your past adverse experiences, you are not alone. If you feel that it is time for you to have a trained professional to help you with your healing journey, I will be honored to offer you my knowledge and experience. I help people feel more integrated and whole after surviving trauma, so that they can live to their fullest potential.

"Your vision will become clear when you look into your heart, who looks outside dreams, who looks inside awakens", Carl Jung. Temenos means sacred space and Sand Play Therapy is about the individual's free and protective space. Temenos Counseling Services can provide a free and protective sacred space to heal the trauma and awaken the vision within yourself.

LEARN HOW TO MELT STRESS. I will teach you how to return to your composure so you can think clearly again and direct your actions towards doing what you 'can do' and stop worrying about the rest. www.firststepacceptance.com is my website. Insurance companies that I accept are listed. I also offer a sliding scale. Videos explaining how I approach healing work are also available.

I am very committed to creating a safe space where you feel understood. I also make an effort to understand you and your culture(s).

I have two assumptions about you that I want to share. First, you are human. Second, being human means at your core you need to feel understood, accepted, supported, and secure. I have over twenty years of working with couples that have lost their way and had the pleasure of being part of the process that helps them to connect again in ways that matter. Additionally, I have worked with individuals who are experiencing anxiety and distress, grief, and historical trauma.

Viewing therapy through the metaphor of a flower, I help clients plant seeds. Through intentional nurturing, the right environment and soil conditions, enough water, light and time, these seeds eventually flourish into beautiful blooms. I am both a board-certified art therapist and licensed professional counselor who works collaboratively with young adult and adult women who struggle with mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, poor body image, relationships issues, transitions, and general life concerns.

Over the past 12 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples in a variety of capacities; at a hospital, clinic, community behavioral health organization, and within school settings. I went to graduate school to specifically study how each aspect of our system plays a part in our overall mental and physical health. One's system might include family, friends, work, school, social activities, alone time, running errands, chores, etc. This is all part of our system and should be included in the therapy process and if it isn't symptoms are likely to resurface or become more prevalent.

Are you depressed, anxious, or stuck? Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, weight or your relationship with food?Are you looking for a therapist who is caring, supportive and accepting? I am an experienced psychotherapist who works with adults ages 18-70. My areas of interest include depression/mood disorders, addictions, anxiety, emotional eating/weight loss, grief, self-esteem, and women's issues. I consider it an honor and a privilege to help empower clients to make positive changes in their lives.

Reflect on your life as it is today. What comes to mind? Are you content? Feeling overwhelmed? Make a change today. I am here to provide you with the guidance needed in order to live your best life. After all, when you choose to do things differently, you are choosing a different out come. "May your CHOICES reflect your HOPES, not your fears."(Nelson Mandela).

I am honored to be a person with whom friends, colleagues and clients have trusted to share their stories and trials and triumphs of life. I believe that our shared connections, compassion and authenticity are precious gifts to our health and wellness. The ups and downs of life often get in the way of becoming our best selves. I love working with clients who are struggling to find that voice of authenticity that’s been hidden by loneliness, comparing themselves to an impossible ideal, or even years of trauma and abuse. Together, we’ll work in collaboration, incorporating connection to mind and body to reclaim a sense of wholeness.

Parenting a adolescent or teen? Feeling afraid to say no because they might go from 1–100 super fast? Feelings confused, stressed, stuck, guilty? Does this sound like you? “I’m willing to do anything to help them feel better. Maybe they just need someone to talk to. The whole family is feels stuck. I’ve tried all the coping skills and they aren’t working, am I doing something wrong?” You don’t have to live like this! Together we can help figure out what’s going on and team up to help your kiddo feel happier! Your whole family can feel whole again and you can build back routines, relationships and communication. Let’s do this!

Looking for greater balance in body and peace of mind? If you are seeking solution-focused, holistic coaching or counseling, I can help you find the power within you to heal, make meaning of your life, and sort out your life challenges. I help people of all ages to master stress, anxiety, and panic. I specialize in helping parents with concerns about their babies (pre-natal to age 5). I am an advanced practice nurse who prescribes herbal medicine rather than pharmaceuticals. I offer clinical supervision for nurses.

I believe that human connection, compassion, and empathy are key to our wellness and becoming our authentic selves. As a psychotherapist, I use an integrative approach that is client-centered, insight oriented, and rooted in a deep understanding of the impact of stress and trauma on the body, mind, and relationships. Together we will create goals and a holistic plan to foster your strengths and empower you to live your best life possible.

I believe that difficulties develop within relational contexts influenced by early relationships and current interactions. Good treatment is goal focused, and based on the here-and-now distress that brings you to treatment while also being curious about how the present is influenced by the past. Treatment must occur within a safe professional relationship. In my work, the therapeutic relationship is an important part of the healing process. Through on-going conversations and shared curiosity my clients and I broaden our understanding of their current distress and future aspirations. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

I work with empowering people to be the best they can be. I work with identify your personal resources and move towards developing a plan to commit to your growth, development and self care. It's all about moving forward!

I approach therapy with the belief that the individual is more than the difficulties they are currently experiencing. I evaluate what clients want out of therapy, what meaning they make of their current difficulties and how these concerns manifest themselves. I work in a collaborative, strengths-based manner. I understand the desire for immediate relief of the difficulties that brings someone to therapy, while also bringing an openness to exploring the factors that contributed to the development of these difficulties. My approach is predominately psychodynamic, drawing from relational, systems, and gender-sensitive approaches.

Life presents many challenges. I bring my many life's experiences along with professional training to my clinical practice to provide a counseling atmosphere that relates to the concerns of my clients. From my twenty-plus years as a therapist, over 10 years as a college instructor and administrator and years as an employee assistance professional, I strive to bring such experience for the benefit of my clients. I also cherish the value of my personal story as a counselor, adoptive parent, Teamster, coach, small business owner and volunteer as important parts that make me an effective counseling partner.

Are you living in a distressed or conflicted marriage? Connection with a skilled and compassionate therapist can help couples work through conflict and ease communication problems. I work with couples facing these issues, as well as infidelity, substance abuse, and lack of intimacy. I believe that by learning new skills, you can deal with problems in a healthier way. Relationships can grow through crisis, and deep healing is possible.