Behavioral Issues Therapists in Stevens Point, WI

It's time to change but you’re not sure where to start. Dealing with the mood swings, sadness, and fear have become overwhelming but it’s hard to ask for help. Maybe you or someone in your family has experienced abuse or trauma and is scared or embarrassed to talk about it. It feels like you’ve tried everything to help yourself or teen and you’re worried the situation will get worse. The emotional roller coaster needs to stop but you don’t know where the controls are anymore. By reading this, you are already starting a path to change. There is no shame is asking for help.

In a collaborative, client-centered professional approach, I use biblical principles integrated with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy as interventions for change. This approach is highly effective because the client's emotional, behavioral, contextual, and spiritual needs are addressed. This approach can significantly help all ages across various issues achieve healing, reconciliation, and solutions related to various emotional and psychological problems. Those problems include child behavioral problems, family dysfunction, depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, and relationship problems.

I work with patients in a collaborative manner to treat a variety of mental health problems. Together, we will develop a treatment which is tailored to suit your needs. We will work together to develop a plan so that you are able to meet your goals. I work with children and adults to address problems like depression, anxiety, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, behavioral issues, attention, concentration and obsessions or compulsions among among many others. I also offer a full range of psychological assessments including personality assessment, educational testing, neuropsychological testing and intelligence testing.

I am a counseling psychologist with expertise in assisting athletes across diverse levels and fields. People seek my services for various concerns, such as depression, anxiety, injury rehabilitation, diminished self-esteem, burnout, self-criticism, and managing stress associated with juggling multiple life roles. Additionally, I offer guidance in psychological skills encompassing motivation, goal establishment, concentration, self-assurance, and emotional regulation.

For over 20 years, I have provided therapy services to individuals ranging from age 8 to adults. Additionally, I work with couples and whole families. I support and treat a wide range of issues and concerns, including (but not limited to) adjustment disorders, anxiety and depressive disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, ADHD, behavioral concerns and parenting challenges. I am a strong local advocate for the Transgender community and I provide gender affirming therapy for all ages and LGBTQIA+ specific support. I am a member of WPATH and can write letters for established clients to support them in their gender journey.

I earned my Master’s in Community Counseling in 2003, am a fellow of the Harris Institute of Infant Mental Health (IMH), a nationally certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist, and hold a WI-AIMH Endorsement (Mentor Level) for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-Promoting IMH. I also work with elementary and middle school age children struggling with anxiety, depression, selective mutism, ADHD, anger and emotional reactivity, adjustment issues (i.e. divorce, moves, blended families), issues specific to gifted and talented children, sensory integration disorders, adoption, & attachment.

Individuals, couples, and families encounter challenges in life that can be difficult to manage. I like to assist others in effectively understanding themselves, others, and the world in which we live. I assist clients' in further developing their coping skills and developing manners to regulate their emotions, behaviors, thoughts, and interpersonal skills to become more effective. If my clients' seek to integrate their spirituality and faith into the counseling process, I welcome the opportunity. I provide counseling services in English and Spanish. Los individuos, las parejas y las familias encuentran desafíos en la vida que pueden ser difíciles de manejar. Me gusta ayudar a otros en la comprensión efectiva de sí mismos, otros, y el mundo en el que vivimos. Asisto a los clientes en el desarrollo de sus habilidades de afrontamiento y el desarrollo de modales para regular sus emociones, comportamientos, pensamientos y habilidades interpersonales para ser más efectivos. Si mis clientes buscan integrar su espiritualidad y fe en el proceso de consejería, acojo con satisfacción la oportunidad. Proporciono servicios de consejería en inglés y español.

Life is full of surprises. Unexpected situations occur that impact the ways in which we cope with the world and our circumstances. Handling these issues over and over can leave us feeling exhausted, frustrated, out-of-control and saddened. When things just don’t feel right, it is time to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to face your challenges alone. I’m a big fan of helping you find your voice and live the life you love. I want to help you find your power and purpose so you can navigate life like a boss!