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Nichole Fritts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Are you looking for something different when it comes to therapy? I believe therapy can be more relaxed & not always serious & "stuffy". My goal is for you to have an experience of comfort and encouragement while also working through difficult situations and feelings. We talk about your concerns but also about your strengths & looking at things from different perspectives. During these conversations, we can laugh about some things, have a cup of coffee/tea together and color a picture. I work hard to provide a positive, accepting and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to talk about your reality and truth.
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Open Space LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, WI 53719
It was really a revelation for me to realize Life in front of me and to st art living again.
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It was really a revelation for me to realize Life in front of me and to st art living again.
My best fit client is an individual or couple or family that is ready for change. I work best with clients who are ready to embrace themselves or relationships in a nonjudgemental and accountable way. I will at times provide therapeutic homework and I can extend sessions to longer than hour because people need to express themselves in more than 55 minutes sometimes. If you are someone who likes to think outside of the box, you will enjoy my expressive arts background that supports inner wisdom and treats you, the client, as the other expert in the room. I am also a Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist.
(608) 496-9614 View (608) 496-9614
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YouBloomCounseling LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, WI 53713  (Online Only)
Taking New Clients! Hello! Welcome to YouBloomCounseling. I am a humanistic driven psychotherapist dedicated to creating a safe and healing space for individuals ready to bloom and grow. We all need the right amount of sunlight, water, care, and space to flourish. You are allowed to take up space, to exist, and to be you. You do not need to apologize for your pointy thorns, dried roots, and maybe even your wilted stem. In the end you will bloom into a vibrant being in a field of many flowers, weeds, and trees. You will Bloom beautiful Human. It will be okay!
Taking New Clients! Hello! Welcome to YouBloomCounseling. I am a humanistic driven psychotherapist dedicated to creating a safe and healing space for individuals ready to bloom and grow. We all need the right amount of sunlight, water, care, and space to flourish. You are allowed to take up space, to exist, and to be you. You do not need to apologize for your pointy thorns, dried roots, and maybe even your wilted stem. In the end you will bloom into a vibrant being in a field of many flowers, weeds, and trees. You will Bloom beautiful Human. It will be okay!
(608) 200-3167 View (608) 200-3167
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Tracy Fey Blackstone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Not accepting new clients
If you’re ready to st art this journey, reach out to schedule a session.
Therapy doesn’t have to be conventional, especially when your mind isn’t wired that way—and neither is mine. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring a unique perspective to our work together. I specialize in helping adults with ADHD navigate their fast-paced, often overwhelming world with strategies tailored to you. Whether you’re managing a career, balancing work and family, or adapting to life with a disability, I’m here to help you tackle executive functioning challenges.I am NOT your typical therapist as I take a more casual, non-traditional approach that prioritizes humor, and authenticity, over showcasing my expertise.
If you’re ready to st art this journey, reach out to schedule a session.
Therapy doesn’t have to be conventional, especially when your mind isn’t wired that way—and neither is mine. As a neurodivergent therapist, I bring a unique perspective to our work together. I specialize in helping adults with ADHD navigate their fast-paced, often overwhelming world with strategies tailored to you. Whether you’re managing a career, balancing work and family, or adapting to life with a disability, I’m here to help you tackle executive functioning challenges.I am NOT your typical therapist as I take a more casual, non-traditional approach that prioritizes humor, and authenticity, over showcasing my expertise.
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Verified Verified
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Sara L Devine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MT-BC, LCSW, ICGC-II
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
Art therapy and/or music therapy combined with counseling techniques allows individuals a unique approach to traditional talk therapy.
My ideal client is someone who is interested in helping themselves and creating change in their life. At Expressive Therapies, we work with the creative arts (music and art therapies) along with mental health counseling to provide a holistic approach unique to each individual. Sara is also a qualified gambling treatment provider, for gambler and their loved ones.
Art therapy and/or music therapy combined with counseling techniques allows individuals a unique approach to traditional talk therapy.
My ideal client is someone who is interested in helping themselves and creating change in their life. At Expressive Therapies, we work with the creative arts (music and art therapies) along with mental health counseling to provide a holistic approach unique to each individual. Sara is also a qualified gambling treatment provider, for gambler and their loved ones.
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Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.