Child Therapists in Oak Creek, WI
Kaylee Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome. As a therapist, my goal is to help children and their families receive the relief they need from day to day life. I focus on creating a safe and accepting space for children and families because I believe this is the first step to growth and healing. I approach our work together as a member of your team assisting in the overall goal you would like to achieve. You know you best. I am here to listen to your concerns, understand where you currently are in life, and gently guide the beautiful process called healing. By the end of treatment, my hope is that you will leave therapy a healthier happier YOU!
Welcome. As a therapist, my goal is to help children and their families receive the relief they need from day to day life. I focus on creating a safe and accepting space for children and families because I believe this is the first step to growth and healing. I approach our work together as a member of your team assisting in the overall goal you would like to achieve. You know you best. I am here to listen to your concerns, understand where you currently are in life, and gently guide the beautiful process called healing. By the end of treatment, my hope is that you will leave therapy a healthier happier YOU!
Kettle Moraine Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
We offer adult, couples, family and child therapy.
6 locations Mayville, Madison, Germantown, West Bend, Cedarburg and Oak Creek. 40 plus providers to help. 2 NP’s for medications. See website for therapist information.
We offer adult, couples, family and child therapy.
6 locations Mayville, Madison, Germantown, West Bend, Cedarburg and Oak Creek. 40 plus providers to help. 2 NP’s for medications. See website for therapist information.
Leslie Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC, CSAC, ICS-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
I have a solid foundation in mental health and substance abuse counseling having worked with both adolescents and adults for the past thirteen years. I also enjoy working with college students and believe that being a student in today's world can be challenging with the pressures of academics, peers, and self-discovery. I appreciate working with adults to gain high self-confidence and self-esteem. It is very powerful for me to watch as clients life gain inner strength for themselves . I specialize in DBT, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, communication skills, stress management, and addictions. New clients can schedule today!
I have a solid foundation in mental health and substance abuse counseling having worked with both adolescents and adults for the past thirteen years. I also enjoy working with college students and believe that being a student in today's world can be challenging with the pressures of academics, peers, and self-discovery. I appreciate working with adults to gain high self-confidence and self-esteem. It is very powerful for me to watch as clients life gain inner strength for themselves . I specialize in DBT, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, communication skills, stress management, and addictions. New clients can schedule today!
Katy M Hagmeyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
Alannia Mosley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Higher Appeal Counseling & Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, CTLC, BS
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.
Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.
Aziza Daher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
Deborah Lau Schingen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My practice is split between children 10 yrs /old up to adults 70 yrs/old You are encouraged to be open to your feelings and know that you will be safe with your expression.
My primary focus of therapy is help foster a safe, secure environment where you the client can verbalize your feelings, vent your fears and frustrations, and strive to achieve your goals which will lead to your personal success and well being. While we can not change our past nor can we guarantee our future we can and must live with the present and make life the best it can possibly be. You are the captain of your ship.
My practice is split between children 10 yrs /old up to adults 70 yrs/old You are encouraged to be open to your feelings and know that you will be safe with your expression.
My primary focus of therapy is help foster a safe, secure environment where you the client can verbalize your feelings, vent your fears and frustrations, and strive to achieve your goals which will lead to your personal success and well being. While we can not change our past nor can we guarantee our future we can and must live with the present and make life the best it can possibly be. You are the captain of your ship.
More Therapists Nearby
Alyssa Bacon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, APSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, WI 53132
My experience includes working with children, teens, and maternal mental health.
Welcome! I am an individual therapist with experience working with kids, teens, and young adults. I strongly believe that connection is at the heart of the therapeutic process. Through fostering a genuine and trusting relationship, I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their challenges, emotions, and desires. I am here to listen and understand, offering empathy and support. By building a strong therapeutic alliance, we can work together towards positive change and personal growth.
My experience includes working with children, teens, and maternal mental health.
Welcome! I am an individual therapist with experience working with kids, teens, and young adults. I strongly believe that connection is at the heart of the therapeutic process. Through fostering a genuine and trusting relationship, I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their challenges, emotions, and desires. I am here to listen and understand, offering empathy and support. By building a strong therapeutic alliance, we can work together towards positive change and personal growth.
Carrie Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults.
I believe it is important to empower others to consciously narrate their lives. I value helping people through empowerment, nurturance, and education. I am innovative provider and enjoy creativity in the therapy room. I utilize a strengths based approach in therapy, and see the therapy as a collaborative process. I am passionate for helping individuals find confidence and courage, and I admire their resilience.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults.
I believe it is important to empower others to consciously narrate their lives. I value helping people through empowerment, nurturance, and education. I am innovative provider and enjoy creativity in the therapy room. I utilize a strengths based approach in therapy, and see the therapy as a collaborative process. I am passionate for helping individuals find confidence and courage, and I admire their resilience.
Mary Plouff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Greenfield, WI 53228
Waitlist for new clients
Is your Autistic child struggling socially, at school, at home or all of the above? Are you struggling with parenting your child? Do you feel that your child and you could use some strategies for better emotional regulation? I would be happy to help you and your family reach your goals. I provide psychotherapy to individuals of all ages with special interest in children and adolescents ages 3+. My experience includes years of working with children and families. I have provided services in schools, homes, residential facilities and outpatient clinics. In 2021 I began my private practice so that I can better serve my clients' needs.
Is your Autistic child struggling socially, at school, at home or all of the above? Are you struggling with parenting your child? Do you feel that your child and you could use some strategies for better emotional regulation? I would be happy to help you and your family reach your goals. I provide psychotherapy to individuals of all ages with special interest in children and adolescents ages 3+. My experience includes years of working with children and families. I have provided services in schools, homes, residential facilities and outpatient clinics. In 2021 I began my private practice so that I can better serve my clients' needs.
April D. Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenfield, WI 53220
Struggling with your child's depression or anxiety? Does your teen or pre-teen have intense moments of crisis? Are they having thoughts of harming themselves? If you are looking for answers or just feel lost in what to do next, let's do this together. Finding your way back to your child does not have to be done alone.Let me help you navigate your adolescent's world. Together we can rebuild trust and communication with your child.
Struggling with your child's depression or anxiety? Does your teen or pre-teen have intense moments of crisis? Are they having thoughts of harming themselves? If you are looking for answers or just feel lost in what to do next, let's do this together. Finding your way back to your child does not have to be done alone.Let me help you navigate your adolescent's world. Together we can rebuild trust and communication with your child.
Emma Nelson
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Whether you're looking for therapy for yourself or your child, in my office, you will find a warm, collaborative, and judgment-free space.
Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for support and ways to cope? Whether you are going through recent stressors or had past challenges, there is a path to a better tomorrow. Through exploration of your unique self, we can work together to guide you to your goals.
Whether you're looking for therapy for yourself or your child, in my office, you will find a warm, collaborative, and judgment-free space.
Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for support and ways to cope? Whether you are going through recent stressors or had past challenges, there is a path to a better tomorrow. Through exploration of your unique self, we can work together to guide you to your goals.
Alexandra Zens
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Trying to support a child who may be acting out at school, at home, or withdrawing from those around them can be frustrating & scary.
Children and adolescents often struggle verbalizing their feelings which may lead to problems in school, difficulties at home, or in developing relationships. My clients are often experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, struggling in school, or developing appropriate social skills. In providing a safe space to explore and express themselves through art making, I support clients in developing positive coping skills, building confidence, and identifying their strengths within the context of a therapeutic relationship.
Trying to support a child who may be acting out at school, at home, or withdrawing from those around them can be frustrating & scary.
Children and adolescents often struggle verbalizing their feelings which may lead to problems in school, difficulties at home, or in developing relationships. My clients are often experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, struggling in school, or developing appropriate social skills. In providing a safe space to explore and express themselves through art making, I support clients in developing positive coping skills, building confidence, and identifying their strengths within the context of a therapeutic relationship.
Luciana Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Restoring harmony and connection between parents and children is essential, so that kids can turn to family for support when they are struggling.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body.
Restoring harmony and connection between parents and children is essential, so that kids can turn to family for support when they are struggling.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body.
Aimee Rovane
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201 (Online Only)
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
Alexandra Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Please call or email to schedule an appointment if you think she would be a good fit for you or your child.
Alexandra fosters a therapeutic relationship where she offers emotional support, insight, and clinical skills. She aims to empower individuals with what they need to live a flourishing life, including the strength to face hardships, support to make difficult changes, and space to find healing. Alexandra is a warm and genuine counselor who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a wide range of clinical needs. She creates a safe environment for each individual who walks into her office.
Please call or email to schedule an appointment if you think she would be a good fit for you or your child.
Alexandra fosters a therapeutic relationship where she offers emotional support, insight, and clinical skills. She aims to empower individuals with what they need to live a flourishing life, including the strength to face hardships, support to make difficult changes, and space to find healing. Alexandra is a warm and genuine counselor who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a wide range of clinical needs. She creates a safe environment for each individual who walks into her office.
Steven Petrie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Steven has more than thirty-five years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, families and adults with a specialization in children, adolescents and families. Areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder, depression, grief, anxiety, and school-related problems. He enjoys working with families and believes that parents need to be an integral part of the treatment process. Mr. Petrie works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment goals that capitalize on their strengths and to develop solutions for the problems they bring to therapy.
Steven has more than thirty-five years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, families and adults with a specialization in children, adolescents and families. Areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder, depression, grief, anxiety, and school-related problems. He enjoys working with families and believes that parents need to be an integral part of the treatment process. Mr. Petrie works collaboratively with his patients to develop treatment goals that capitalize on their strengths and to develop solutions for the problems they bring to therapy.
Carrie Banaszak
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Franksville, WI 53126
She strives to help her clients, who include children, families, and adults find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as healthy, complete, whole, and safe.
Carrie Banaszak is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Master of Science in Community Psychology from Alverno College. Carrie values the healing potential of human connection and believe that sharing moments of loss, shame, joy, and disappointment can lead to stronger self-acceptance and connection with others. Her priority is to provide a comfortable and safe space for you to talk about your personal issues and concerns. Carrie is non-judgmental, patient, and understanding.
She strives to help her clients, who include children, families, and adults find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as healthy, complete, whole, and safe.
Carrie Banaszak is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Master of Science in Community Psychology from Alverno College. Carrie values the healing potential of human connection and believe that sharing moments of loss, shame, joy, and disappointment can lead to stronger self-acceptance and connection with others. Her priority is to provide a comfortable and safe space for you to talk about your personal issues and concerns. Carrie is non-judgmental, patient, and understanding.
Melissa Geason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults in settings that include outpatient, inpatient, school, and community-based. She uses treatment approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Structural family therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, play therapy, and crisis planning. She has a Bachelors degree in Family Studies and Human Relations and a Masters degree in Social Work. Melissa believes that it is a privilege to be a part of another person/families recovery and healing.
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults in settings that include outpatient, inpatient, school, and community-based. She uses treatment approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Structural family therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, play therapy, and crisis planning. She has a Bachelors degree in Family Studies and Human Relations and a Masters degree in Social Work. Melissa believes that it is a privilege to be a part of another person/families recovery and healing.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Oak Creek, WI provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Oak Creek build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Oak Creek build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.