Therapists in 53716
As a mental health professional, I understand how important it is to find the right therapist. As a Black Woman, I understand the unique challenges faced by Black and Brown communities when it comes to accessing mental health care. I am committed to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive services to individuals from all backgrounds. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking guidance on life's challenges, I am here to support you on your journey towards greater mental health and wellness.
As a mental health professional, I understand how important it is to find the right therapist. As a Black Woman, I understand the unique challenges faced by Black and Brown communities when it comes to accessing mental health care. I am committed to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive services to individuals from all backgrounds. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or simply seeking guidance on life's challenges, I am here to support you on your journey towards greater mental health and wellness.
Renee Saltzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RDT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53716 (Online Only)
Is your substance use is getting out of hand? Do you feel like you can’t control your anxiety, worry, or fears? Or, are you tired of just existing and feeling like there’s no hope? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic event, are struggling to adjust to a life change, or have been using substances to cope. What if I told you there was hope, and there is another way to live? I have the tools to help you engage with your life, and the people in your life, in a more meaningful, authentic, and peace-filled manner.
Is your substance use is getting out of hand? Do you feel like you can’t control your anxiety, worry, or fears? Or, are you tired of just existing and feeling like there’s no hope? Maybe you have experienced a traumatic event, are struggling to adjust to a life change, or have been using substances to cope. What if I told you there was hope, and there is another way to live? I have the tools to help you engage with your life, and the people in your life, in a more meaningful, authentic, and peace-filled manner.
I have 20+ years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults and families. I utilize a variety of insight and compassion focused, strength-based counseling techniques depending on client goals for therapy. One of my skills is helping clients make connections between their past experiences and current thoughts, feelings and behaviors, which promotes healing from trauma and grief. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience and want clients to feel comfortable, hopeful, and truly understood. I personalize my approach to counseling depending on a client’s age, reason for counseling, and desired outcomes.
I have 20+ years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults and families. I utilize a variety of insight and compassion focused, strength-based counseling techniques depending on client goals for therapy. One of my skills is helping clients make connections between their past experiences and current thoughts, feelings and behaviors, which promotes healing from trauma and grief. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience and want clients to feel comfortable, hopeful, and truly understood. I personalize my approach to counseling depending on a client’s age, reason for counseling, and desired outcomes.
Life can sometimes get out of balance or become outright overwhelming - therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change and personal growth. Working together, I can help you to develop healthier ways of coping with stress, to increase mindfulness and inner calm in your daily life, and to build better relationships - with others and with yourself.
Life can sometimes get out of balance or become outright overwhelming - therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change and personal growth. Working together, I can help you to develop healthier ways of coping with stress, to increase mindfulness and inner calm in your daily life, and to build better relationships - with others and with yourself.
I currently offer individual therapy to clients in both Maine and Wisconsin. Many clients I work with carry day to day stress and anxiety that is rooted in trauma. We tend to think of trauma as one big moment, but it can also be a culmination of moments leading to a negative narrative of the self and a shift in the way we see and interact in the world. My goal is to teach new skills that will help promote control over ones thoughts, feelings and behaviors that can improve health and happiness across multiple settings- emotionally, psychosomatically, in families or relationships and other areas of life.
I currently offer individual therapy to clients in both Maine and Wisconsin. Many clients I work with carry day to day stress and anxiety that is rooted in trauma. We tend to think of trauma as one big moment, but it can also be a culmination of moments leading to a negative narrative of the self and a shift in the way we see and interact in the world. My goal is to teach new skills that will help promote control over ones thoughts, feelings and behaviors that can improve health and happiness across multiple settings- emotionally, psychosomatically, in families or relationships and other areas of life.
Michael Thalasinos
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Monona, WI 53716
Waitlist for new clients
People and families wishing to feel closer and heal past hurts, look to Michael to lead them through those conversations. Children, teens, couples and families come to Michael to help with their thoughts, feelings and relationships. While therapy can feel difficult and hard at first, people oftentimes find themselves feeling better and enjoying happier relationships soon after they begin.
People and families wishing to feel closer and heal past hurts, look to Michael to lead them through those conversations. Children, teens, couples and families come to Michael to help with their thoughts, feelings and relationships. While therapy can feel difficult and hard at first, people oftentimes find themselves feeling better and enjoying happier relationships soon after they begin.
Curtis O'Malley Tindall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53716 (Online Only)
I see anyone within Wisconsin via telehealth - rural or urban, no more being put on the waiting list. I validate and encourage you to become aware of the coping strategies that do not serve you, such as avoidance, numbing, and not showing up for yourself. In the now, we explore how one may be stuck in the past or the future and unable to make healthy choices for today.
I see anyone within Wisconsin via telehealth - rural or urban, no more being put on the waiting list. I validate and encourage you to become aware of the coping strategies that do not serve you, such as avoidance, numbing, and not showing up for yourself. In the now, we explore how one may be stuck in the past or the future and unable to make healthy choices for today.
Lacey Schmidt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a parent who is stressed and burned out of navigating the ups and downs of parenting or trying to deal with other life stressors while being a parent? Is this leading to losing your temper, irritability, tiredness, shutting down, or excessive amounts of parent guilt? Or maybe you’re not a parent, but your anxiety is getting in the way of fully engaging and enjoying life. The “what if’s” and “if only’s”, planning and running through those plans repeatedly, or just having a non-stop busy mind in general can make it really difficult to enjoy anything. I would love to help you!
Are you a parent who is stressed and burned out of navigating the ups and downs of parenting or trying to deal with other life stressors while being a parent? Is this leading to losing your temper, irritability, tiredness, shutting down, or excessive amounts of parent guilt? Or maybe you’re not a parent, but your anxiety is getting in the way of fully engaging and enjoying life. The “what if’s” and “if only’s”, planning and running through those plans repeatedly, or just having a non-stop busy mind in general can make it really difficult to enjoy anything. I would love to help you!
Having borderline personality disorder can feel excruciating. Relationships are scary and unpredictable, and like you might not survive another rejection. Sometimes things feel amazing and sometimes they feel so bad you don’t even want to be alive. It can be hard to find a therapist who understands, and who has the training to work with your specific needs. Together, we can work towards feeling more confident, peaceful, and sure of who you are.
Having borderline personality disorder can feel excruciating. Relationships are scary and unpredictable, and like you might not survive another rejection. Sometimes things feel amazing and sometimes they feel so bad you don’t even want to be alive. It can be hard to find a therapist who understands, and who has the training to work with your specific needs. Together, we can work towards feeling more confident, peaceful, and sure of who you are.
Rebecca Riedel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716 (Online Only)
Michael Scott from The Office once said "Society teaches us that having feelings and crying is bad and wrong. Well, that's baloney, because grief isn't wrong. There's such a thing as good grief. Just ask Charlie Brown." As a therapist, I would agree with Michael and add that all feelings are right and good and meaningful but sometimes we can get stuck in negative thought patterns, relationship conflicts, painful feelings or avoidance strategies. We sometimes need help to create and develop new tools for handling those difficult thoughts or situations.
Michael Scott from The Office once said "Society teaches us that having feelings and crying is bad and wrong. Well, that's baloney, because grief isn't wrong. There's such a thing as good grief. Just ask Charlie Brown." As a therapist, I would agree with Michael and add that all feelings are right and good and meaningful but sometimes we can get stuck in negative thought patterns, relationship conflicts, painful feelings or avoidance strategies. We sometimes need help to create and develop new tools for handling those difficult thoughts or situations.
Kelsey Siegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716
Kelsey Siegel (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience working as an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children and their families. Kelsey has worked in a variety of environments, including in-home and school based services. Kelsey is dedicated to establishing relationships with folks in ways that feel supportive and safe, while holding space for the healing process to unfold. She is committed to advocating for equity within mental health services both individually and on larger levels, acknowledging that power and privilege impact wellness and accessibility.
Kelsey Siegel (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience working as an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children and their families. Kelsey has worked in a variety of environments, including in-home and school based services. Kelsey is dedicated to establishing relationships with folks in ways that feel supportive and safe, while holding space for the healing process to unfold. She is committed to advocating for equity within mental health services both individually and on larger levels, acknowledging that power and privilege impact wellness and accessibility.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, ICS, SEP-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi I'm Jessica! I'm a somatic and IFS-oriented therapist in Madison, WI with over 18 years of experience. My primary specialties are anxiety, panic, trauma, chronic pain as well as supporting those who have difficulties with relationships, communication, self-esteem, boundaries and identity. Other focus areas: life transitions, secondary trauma, chronic stress, burnout, parenting and ADHD. I have a special interest in working with young adults, women, BIPOC, immigrants of color, LGBTQIA+ as well as highly sensitive, intuitive and/or creative people.
Hi I'm Jessica! I'm a somatic and IFS-oriented therapist in Madison, WI with over 18 years of experience. My primary specialties are anxiety, panic, trauma, chronic pain as well as supporting those who have difficulties with relationships, communication, self-esteem, boundaries and identity. Other focus areas: life transitions, secondary trauma, chronic stress, burnout, parenting and ADHD. I have a special interest in working with young adults, women, BIPOC, immigrants of color, LGBTQIA+ as well as highly sensitive, intuitive and/or creative people.
Do you sense that you are "just getting by" in life? Do you feel weighed down by a sadness, restricted by anxieties, or just a sense of detachment and numbness? Are you concerned about a relationship or lack thereof? Or perhaps there are old, unattended wounds still hurting from long-ago. Eastern philosophies remind us that suffering is universal, but not necessary, and that it emerges from a disconnection from our essential nature. Therapy with me uses mindfulness practices and trauma-informed therapy (EMDR) to reconnect with that nature and inquire into the barriers that resist such connection to ourselves and others.
Do you sense that you are "just getting by" in life? Do you feel weighed down by a sadness, restricted by anxieties, or just a sense of detachment and numbness? Are you concerned about a relationship or lack thereof? Or perhaps there are old, unattended wounds still hurting from long-ago. Eastern philosophies remind us that suffering is universal, but not necessary, and that it emerges from a disconnection from our essential nature. Therapy with me uses mindfulness practices and trauma-informed therapy (EMDR) to reconnect with that nature and inquire into the barriers that resist such connection to ourselves and others.
Caitlin Mosman Block
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716
You are busy, hardworking, and known to be capable. On the outside, you’ve got it together but on the inside you’re wondering how to keep your head above water. Stress, anxiety, or distress from obsessive-compulsive (OCD) disorder is too much to take on alone. You're saying "yes" more than you should and losing track of who you are while you succeed in making things ok for everyone else. You have a mind that you can’t turn off and you could really use a moment of peace. Emotions are coming up and out at times you didn't plan. It's hard to be joyful because you wonder, "when is the other shoe going to drop?" Something’s got to give.
You are busy, hardworking, and known to be capable. On the outside, you’ve got it together but on the inside you’re wondering how to keep your head above water. Stress, anxiety, or distress from obsessive-compulsive (OCD) disorder is too much to take on alone. You're saying "yes" more than you should and losing track of who you are while you succeed in making things ok for everyone else. You have a mind that you can’t turn off and you could really use a moment of peace. Emotions are coming up and out at times you didn't plan. It's hard to be joyful because you wonder, "when is the other shoe going to drop?" Something’s got to give.
Reaching out for help is a significant step, and I deeply appreciate the vulnerability and leap of faith it takes to enter into a therapeutic relationship. I believe that taking the time to get a true sense of a client’s perspective and lived experience is the first and most important step in addressing the concerns and challenges brought into treatment. Because of this, I strive to fully understand the clients I have the privilege to work with.
Reaching out for help is a significant step, and I deeply appreciate the vulnerability and leap of faith it takes to enter into a therapeutic relationship. I believe that taking the time to get a true sense of a client’s perspective and lived experience is the first and most important step in addressing the concerns and challenges brought into treatment. Because of this, I strive to fully understand the clients I have the privilege to work with.
Finding a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation for your child might seem like an uphill battle. I began conducting ADHD, Autism, & Gifted evaluations after years of hearing the same concern over and over. "We're on a 6+ month wait list." I decreased hours at UW-Madison to provide community-based autism and ADHD evaluations through insurance and hopefully, in some small way, shorten the time it takes to get (early) intervention services. I have 10 years of experience conducting and supervising evaluations in the schools, in private practice, & at UW-Madison.
Finding a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation for your child might seem like an uphill battle. I began conducting ADHD, Autism, & Gifted evaluations after years of hearing the same concern over and over. "We're on a 6+ month wait list." I decreased hours at UW-Madison to provide community-based autism and ADHD evaluations through insurance and hopefully, in some small way, shorten the time it takes to get (early) intervention services. I have 10 years of experience conducting and supervising evaluations in the schools, in private practice, & at UW-Madison.
I work with adults and adolescents who are seeking support in facing daily life stressors, managing their mental health and trauma symptoms, and developing effective coping skills. My goal is to help them build resilience and achieve a better quality of life. Additionally, I work with couples to navigate and resolve interpersonal conflicts, fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
I work with adults and adolescents who are seeking support in facing daily life stressors, managing their mental health and trauma symptoms, and developing effective coping skills. My goal is to help them build resilience and achieve a better quality of life. Additionally, I work with couples to navigate and resolve interpersonal conflicts, fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
Christie Gause-Bemis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Monona, WI 53716
My ideal client is someone whom is struggling in life and motivated to seek help and make the changes necessary in their thoughts, beliefs or circumstances to get back into wellness. I enjoy working with teens. Most of my career has been with at risk youth. I also work with women's issues, addressing underlying causes of stress and overwhelm. I use Imago and Gottman approaches with couples. When working with men, we discuss the need for vulnerability and self-acceptance. Anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss can all be successfully addressed with psychotherapy.
My ideal client is someone whom is struggling in life and motivated to seek help and make the changes necessary in their thoughts, beliefs or circumstances to get back into wellness. I enjoy working with teens. Most of my career has been with at risk youth. I also work with women's issues, addressing underlying causes of stress and overwhelm. I use Imago and Gottman approaches with couples. When working with men, we discuss the need for vulnerability and self-acceptance. Anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss can all be successfully addressed with psychotherapy.
Elizabeth Sayles (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents, young adults, parents, adoptees, and families as they navigate life's challenges. She has worked across settings with families addressing custodial issues, foster care, hospital and medical care, and outpatient psychotherapy. Elizabeth looks forward to working with people looking to make a change or simply wanting support navigating the challenges of modern life.
Elizabeth Sayles (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents, young adults, parents, adoptees, and families as they navigate life's challenges. She has worked across settings with families addressing custodial issues, foster care, hospital and medical care, and outpatient psychotherapy. Elizabeth looks forward to working with people looking to make a change or simply wanting support navigating the challenges of modern life.
Ted Izydor specializes in adult and adolescent addiction and mental health counseling. His unique counseling approach blends his extensive education with his 25 years of diverse clinical experience as a licensed mental health and addiction counselor. His coaching/counseling sessions strive to provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment so that people can be themselves and achieve the success they so deserve in their lives. Ted has an easy going and relaxed approach and views everyone as having unique strengths and a success mechanism within.
Ted Izydor specializes in adult and adolescent addiction and mental health counseling. His unique counseling approach blends his extensive education with his 25 years of diverse clinical experience as a licensed mental health and addiction counselor. His coaching/counseling sessions strive to provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment so that people can be themselves and achieve the success they so deserve in their lives. Ted has an easy going and relaxed approach and views everyone as having unique strengths and a success mechanism within.
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Number of Therapists in 53716
70+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 53716 who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Relationship Issues |
65% | Grief |
63% | Life Transitions |
57% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Quartz |
55% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
53% | Dean Health |
How Therapists in 53716 see their clients
85% | In Person and Online | |
15% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
19% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.