Dr. Francie L. Stone, graduated from WSPP with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Stone is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist specializing in sex therapy for a variety of sexual health concerns for women and men. These include orgasmic dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, sexual pain disorders, lack of interest/desire in sex, and sexual addictions. She focuses on what the individual is expressing as the primary concern and the emotional impact it may have in their present life. She utilizes a solution-focused therapeutic model, stressing collaboration with the individual/couple in order to personalize the treatment approach. She also provides general relationship therapy and psychotherapy.

Lately you have been worrying about things all the time and have been frustrated because as hard as you try not to, your anxiety is right there, all the time. Or maybe you have been replaying that event in your mind, you have tried to forget. You notice you are angrier, sadder and more worried. You just want to be able to live your life instead of having this issue get in the way daily. You just need someone to listen to you without judging you. Someone to help you deal with your issues. It would be nice to enjoy the things you used to. To connect with people more than you do now. To be a better you.

****CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS**** Choosing a therapist can be difficult. You want someone you can trust and who has the experience to help with your needs. I am qualified to treat most conditions that cause people distress. Some areas of special interest include LGBTQ+, healthcare workers, anxiety (OCD, phobias, general anxiety), stress management, work-life balance, depression, trauma, relationships, parenting, boundary-setting, and developing assertiveness. I am a strong LGBTQAI+ ally and have experience and special training working with LGBTQAI+ couples and individuals.

Clients wanting to optimize their potential and willing to explore effective solutions from Western and Eastern wisdom traditions are my specialty. During my forty plus years working in psychiatric hospitals, leading residential treatment programs, teaching relationship courses for couples and presenting Mind, Body and Spirit healing seminars, helping others heal the core of their issue is my passion. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples from every orientation. Of course, the LBGT community is welcome. Respectful of every religious orientation, I love working with anyone wanting to unite their physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual aspects of their being.

I believe an important part of a person's mental health is what has happened to them. I have experience working with clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses including Bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, borderline personality disorder and trauma. I use a variety of approaches to meet each person's individual needs always with a focus on being person centered. I have experience working with women, men and people who have various genres or are nonbinary.

I enjoy working with clients that are ready for a change, or a least know on some level things need to be different. Whether you are looking for a shift in perspective, helpful coping skills, or an overhaul change in life, I am passionate about exploring the many ways of achieving those goals. Therapy DOES NOT have to be a daunting process! It can be full of wonderment, light, and healing- which I love being able to show my clients!

If the current situation has you trying to overcoming anxieties, depression, substance abuse, and eating disorders, my commitment to you is to support and empower you. My therapeutic approach is to build trusting relationships with my clients while helping them find healing life skills, and sustainable wellness. I view my work as a supporter who empowers you towards self-actualization.

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, teen, or child 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.

Navigating a career and other major life choices (marriage, parenthood, career change) successfully is often done without the benefit of objective insight and/or planning. Some will make effective choices, others will feel the anxiety and stress of an uncertain outcome. Through an active coaching process, the goal is to identify your strengths, needs, and personal goals to inform the development of an effective action plan. Achieving work-life -balance while being successful is the aim. Identifying personal strengths/resources/options, reducing stress, and increasing motivation and satisfaction are the objectives.

My name is Nicole Bell. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and owner of Synergos Counseling. I received a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling and a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Development from UW-Madison. I am frequently involved in the day to day operations at Synergos Counseling. We offer a variety of services including but not limited to counseling. We also provide personal training at Capital Fitness that does not require a membership, nutrition consultations, financial coaching and more. Visit us at www.synergoscounseling.com

My ideal client is one motivated to understand their concerns and work on them. Therapy is challenging and takes commitment. If you are ready for change, I am ready to assist!

Recognizing the need to seek mental health services allows you to push through barriers that interfere with daily functioning. At this point, you likely have found the courage to admit you need help and would like to address concerns that are impeding on your ability to enjoy activities. You are looking for someone to assist you in overcoming barriers and your primary focus is to improve your quality of life. I can assist you with managing your emotions and coping with challenging situations.

Individuals looking for counseling are often struggling with issues that have developed over time. Often, these issues can be caused by painful relationships, work environments, family problems, traumatic events, health issues, alcohol or drug addiction as well as being an affected family member or friend, loss of loved ones or simply feeling stuck in an unsatisfactory place in life. My focus is to carefully listen and understand the issues that you want to address and then focus on helping you to utilize your strengths, abilities, and skills to find a sense of empowerment in your life.

My clients seek guidance for mental health struggles as well as encouragement in areas where they may feel stuck. I understand that everyone is an individual and offer therapy that integrates personal interests.

Many Roads Clinic (MRC), provides psychotherapy and other mental health services to a broad range of clients in the Milwaukee area. Inspired by the notion that there are many roads to recovery, MRC strives to meet the needs of it's clients by providing diverse, evidence based therapies and interventions that are personalized to each individual. We provide for a wide range of client issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, addictions, substance use, trauma, relationship/family issues, stress management, anger management and grief/loss. MRC provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to heal and grow.

I am here to help you bring some change to your life! My priority is to meet you where you're at, and help you to identify and achieve your goals. I am experienced in treating trauma/PTSD, depression, and generalized anxiety disorder. I am passionate about supporting women through infertility, pregnancy and postpartum issues. I also have experience with meeting the unique needs of Veterans. I am one of few clinicians in the area trained in prolonged exposure for PTSD. In addition, I also support members of the LGBTQ+ community to address unique treatment needs, including offering support through gender-affirming transitions.

Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression and anger, feeling misunderstood, stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be scary. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and difficult life changes. I am committed to working with and specially trained in supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.

**I'm not accepting clients at this time.** I value working with individuals from many different backgrounds, including folx from the queer and trans community, POC, and both college students and working adults. I’m a strong advocate for trans* health and have experience in supporting clients as they navigate gender affirming changes in their lives. A significant focus of my work involves helping my clients to deepen their understanding of themselves and their relationships.

I work collaboratively to help people discover the best versions of themselves, to repair broken relationships, to forgive wounds of the past, and to discover strategies to help them enjoy a greater quality of life. The purpose of NBCC is to help individuals achieve their personal life goals by providing evidence-based theoretical approaches that addresses all areas of life. Life can be difficult with obstacles and barriers that may seem impossible for you to be successful. There is no point in allowing anyone or anything to persist in standing in the way of you being your best self.

Don't you wish life came with an instruction manual? Sadly, it does not. Do you want or need to make a change in your life, but do not know where to start, or feel hopeless because you have tried and failed before? Do you want to gain the insights necessary to make lasting changes in your life? If so, I would love to help you find your way through life. Each client is unique, has a unique journey, which is I meet each client where they are when they start counseling.