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Lawrence Charles Aronow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleton, WI 53562  (Online Only)
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
(608) 557-4221 View (608) 557-4221
Photo of Bonnie Dilley (Lubet), Licensed Professional Counselor in Middleton, WI
Bonnie Dilley (Lubet)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC, RN, EMDR
Verified Verified
Middleton, WI 53562
I have comprehensive experience & enjoy working with individuals, couples, and parents.
There are many reasons for seeking guidance and today, you have taken the first courageous step by looking for help. I invite you to take the next step and call 608-577-4222 for a NO COST “get acquainted” phone consult. Maybe your current coping strategies are not working, or you haven't healed from emotionally painful life experiences/trauma that are negatively impacting you today. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship and learn effective communication skills. Together we can work to find effective solutions and coping strategies that work for you. I am honored to partner with you on your journey to your best self.
I have comprehensive experience & enjoy working with individuals, couples, and parents.
There are many reasons for seeking guidance and today, you have taken the first courageous step by looking for help. I invite you to take the next step and call 608-577-4222 for a NO COST “get acquainted” phone consult. Maybe your current coping strategies are not working, or you haven't healed from emotionally painful life experiences/trauma that are negatively impacting you today. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship and learn effective communication skills. Together we can work to find effective solutions and coping strategies that work for you. I am honored to partner with you on your journey to your best self.
(608) 844-2117 View (608) 844-2117
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Anesis Center for Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleton, WI 53562
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
We love to collaborate with clients to help them draw from their own expertise, build on their own positive values, discover their own skills, and use these new tools to work through conflicts and hardships. We are systems therapist. What that means is: we like to approach problems that people have within the context of social, political and cultural storylines that influence the way we view ourselves and our own personal stories. We use this same approach in family therapy to seek ways to change the way the family system works rather than trying to "fix" a specific family member.
(608) 802-7669 View (608) 802-7669
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Michelle Marking
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Middleton, WI 53562
Life presents many challenges and changes. I have been providing mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for many years. My goal is to listen and assist clients in making changes that will increase their ability to live and enjoy life. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of children, teens and adults. I enjoy the variety of ages and issues clients present.
Life presents many challenges and changes. I have been providing mental health services to children, teens, adults and families for many years. My goal is to listen and assist clients in making changes that will increase their ability to live and enjoy life. I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of children, teens and adults. I enjoy the variety of ages and issues clients present.
(608) 546-9058 View (608) 546-9058

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Dave Minden, Psychologist in Middleton, WI
Dave Minden
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I work with adults, couples, and youth.
I have provided psychotherapy for over 35 years. I listen to your concerns and your strengths to find the best ways to help you make the changes needed. You may have already made some changes and these are vital to build upon. No concern is too small, and we will often see a snowball of positive changes occur.
I work with adults, couples, and youth.
I have provided psychotherapy for over 35 years. I listen to your concerns and your strengths to find the best ways to help you make the changes needed. You may have already made some changes and these are vital to build upon. No concern is too small, and we will often see a snowball of positive changes occur.
(608) 440-8161 View (608) 440-8161
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Amal Othman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53703
Resilience is the capacity to prepare for, recover from, and adapt in the face of stress, challenge or adversity. I provide a brave space for holistic health and well-being. I offer compassionate and integrative counseling to individuals and couples. I explore with you the practice of resilience, the embodiment of wellness, and how to access your innate wisdom to empower yourself and improve the quality of your life. My clinical approach is influenced by Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, and various relational, cognitive, and behavioral modalities.
Resilience is the capacity to prepare for, recover from, and adapt in the face of stress, challenge or adversity. I provide a brave space for holistic health and well-being. I offer compassionate and integrative counseling to individuals and couples. I explore with you the practice of resilience, the embodiment of wellness, and how to access your innate wisdom to empower yourself and improve the quality of your life. My clinical approach is influenced by Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, and various relational, cognitive, and behavioral modalities.
(608) 200-3215 View (608) 200-3215
Photo of Ruth Ellen Saul, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Middleton, WI
Ruth Ellen Saul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I partner with my clients to reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and malaise, while also building strengths and adaptation strategies. To do this, we usually 1) explore any straightforward or creative ways to alter life circumstances that contribute to the malaise, and 2) identify, then make and implement a plan to reduce any self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, assumptions, and doubts that contribute to my clients' distress. While this sounds abstract and difficult, I am informal in my approach and we often have a good time getting where we're going!
I partner with my clients to reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and malaise, while also building strengths and adaptation strategies. To do this, we usually 1) explore any straightforward or creative ways to alter life circumstances that contribute to the malaise, and 2) identify, then make and implement a plan to reduce any self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, assumptions, and doubts that contribute to my clients' distress. While this sounds abstract and difficult, I am informal in my approach and we often have a good time getting where we're going!
(608) 567-4703 View (608) 567-4703
Photo of Karen K Kimball, Psychologist in Middleton, WI
Karen K Kimball
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I work with adolescents and adults, both individually and in couples.
I love my work: helping individuals and couples solve problems, grow and flourish. We grow by learning mastery; to me this means being competent in dealing with yourself and the outside world. I help clients do this by gaining self-knowledge and learning the skills necessary to be empowered to reach their goals and improve their most important relationships. Since starting my practice in 1983 I have been dedicated to helping clients achieve mastery. I take a very active role, and do "what works" for each client, using a variety of treatment approaches.
I work with adolescents and adults, both individually and in couples.
I love my work: helping individuals and couples solve problems, grow and flourish. We grow by learning mastery; to me this means being competent in dealing with yourself and the outside world. I help clients do this by gaining self-knowledge and learning the skills necessary to be empowered to reach their goals and improve their most important relationships. Since starting my practice in 1983 I have been dedicated to helping clients achieve mastery. I take a very active role, and do "what works" for each client, using a variety of treatment approaches.
(608) 515-5314 View (608) 515-5314
Photo of Jean Daute, Licensed Professional Counselor in Middleton, WI
Jean Daute
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC, MAC, ICS
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53704
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and groups with the focus often being addiction, co-dependency, mood and anxiety issues.
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.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and groups with the focus often being addiction, co-dependency, mood and anxiety issues.
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.
(608) 440-8241 View (608) 440-8241

Online Therapists

Photo of Judy Lauwasser-Bruett, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Middleton, WI
Judy Lauwasser-Bruett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224  (Online Only)
Has your relationship been shaken by an affair? Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, confused? Do you worry and wonder if you and your relationship can survive the overwhelming sense of betrayal? An affair rocks the foundation of a relationship. No one thinks it can happen to them or that they can survive the intense emotions of infidelity.
Has your relationship been shaken by an affair? Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, confused? Do you worry and wonder if you and your relationship can survive the overwhelming sense of betrayal? An affair rocks the foundation of a relationship. No one thinks it can happen to them or that they can survive the intense emotions of infidelity.
(262) 395-7807 x103 View (262) 395-7807 x103
Photo of Tracy Treacy, Licensed Professional Counselor in Middleton, WI
Tracy Treacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SLRC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor and wellness consultant with 20+ years of professional experience in the areas of higher education, holistic mental health, and wellness. I have experience working with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds in various populations with mental health/wellness issues toward their goal of healing and wellness.
I am a licensed professional counselor and wellness consultant with 20+ years of professional experience in the areas of higher education, holistic mental health, and wellness. I have experience working with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds in various populations with mental health/wellness issues toward their goal of healing and wellness.
(414) 410-9034 View (414) 410-9034
Photo of Rebecca Laird, Counselor in Middleton, WI
Rebecca Laird
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54914
I work with Adolescents, Individuals, Couples and Families.
I have over 20 years of experience providing warm, compassionate care using the most current, research based treatment approaches. My work is highly individualized and tailored to your own unique needs and circumstances as a client. I have worked with a wide variety of people and problems over the years. I love my work and I am deeply committed to helping you achieve your goals. I am doing office visits as well as teletherapy.
I work with Adolescents, Individuals, Couples and Families.
I have over 20 years of experience providing warm, compassionate care using the most current, research based treatment approaches. My work is highly individualized and tailored to your own unique needs and circumstances as a client. I have worked with a wide variety of people and problems over the years. I love my work and I am deeply committed to helping you achieve your goals. I am doing office visits as well as teletherapy.
(920) 541-6657 View (920) 541-6657
Photo of Claudia M Moreno, Counselor in Middleton, WI
Claudia M Moreno
Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
Waukesha, WI 53186
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor and certified hypnotherapist. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, compassion and a willingness to gain new insights. I strive to create an emotionally safe and warm environment promoting trust in the healing process. I utilize a holistic and strengths based-approach and promote collaboration to create a personalized plan of action.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor and certified hypnotherapist. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, compassion and a willingness to gain new insights. I strive to create an emotionally safe and warm environment promoting trust in the healing process. I utilize a holistic and strengths based-approach and promote collaboration to create a personalized plan of action.
(262) 278-0229 View (262) 278-0229
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Peaceful Pines Healing Practices, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ED, LPC
Verified Verified
Stevens Point, WI 54481
I believe that every person has the ability to grow, change and overcome obstacles in their life. Within the nurturing environment of a therapeutic relationship, individuals can deepen their understanding of themselves, while learning new ways to handle life's difficulties. I strive to be compassionate, non-judgmental, genuine and down-to-earth, so individuals feel safe and comfortable sharing their deepest feelings. If this is your first time seeking counseling, please know that I will help you feel as comfortable as possible. Please see my website to watch my introduction video and to learn more about me and my practice.
I believe that every person has the ability to grow, change and overcome obstacles in their life. Within the nurturing environment of a therapeutic relationship, individuals can deepen their understanding of themselves, while learning new ways to handle life's difficulties. I strive to be compassionate, non-judgmental, genuine and down-to-earth, so individuals feel safe and comfortable sharing their deepest feelings. If this is your first time seeking counseling, please know that I will help you feel as comfortable as possible. Please see my website to watch my introduction video and to learn more about me and my practice.
(715) 952-5201 View (715) 952-5201
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Robert Keehn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookfield, WI 53045
When I meet a new client, they usually come in having a great mentality, a ton of resilience, & have reasonable expectations about life. However, they still feel unwell emotionally or physically. I often hear people say: "My life is pretty good, I don't know why I feel this way..." Whether it's anxiety, depression, obsessiveness, low confidence, relationship issues, intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviors: Despite their best efforts, they're hurting, or acting in ways they don't understand. The issue isn't simply in thinking, mindset, or not having a positive-enough perspective. Emotional disruption happens at a deeper level.
When I meet a new client, they usually come in having a great mentality, a ton of resilience, & have reasonable expectations about life. However, they still feel unwell emotionally or physically. I often hear people say: "My life is pretty good, I don't know why I feel this way..." Whether it's anxiety, depression, obsessiveness, low confidence, relationship issues, intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviors: Despite their best efforts, they're hurting, or acting in ways they don't understand. The issue isn't simply in thinking, mindset, or not having a positive-enough perspective. Emotional disruption happens at a deeper level.
(262) 661-7310 View (262) 661-7310
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Philip Sutton Chard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pewaukee, WI 53072
My overall goal is to partner with you to relieve suffering and promote well-being. If you are seeking lasting behavior change, spiritual growth, improved relationships, emotional healing, adaptation to health challenges or access to the power of your subconscious mind, we may be a good match. I enjoy collaborating with those who've had less than satisfactory experiences with prior therapy, or who feel stuck in their efforts to move forward in life. My approach is intuitive, empathic and grounded in evidence-based methods.
My overall goal is to partner with you to relieve suffering and promote well-being. If you are seeking lasting behavior change, spiritual growth, improved relationships, emotional healing, adaptation to health challenges or access to the power of your subconscious mind, we may be a good match. I enjoy collaborating with those who've had less than satisfactory experiences with prior therapy, or who feel stuck in their efforts to move forward in life. My approach is intuitive, empathic and grounded in evidence-based methods.
(262) 314-4663 View (262) 314-4663
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A Healing Place, Complete Counseling Care
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Neenah, WI 54956
We specialize in treating trauma disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, life stressors, domestic violence trauma, parenting issues, couples and family counseling.
At A Healing Place we are here to truly listen to you to help you achieve a better quality of life. Life can be difficult, stressors and expectations can wear any one of us down, you may find yourself struggling to enjoy life or worry constantly. These are signs of burnout or stress. Some of you may have had a difficult childhood or a recent event that has caused irrational behaviors or thoughts. Many times our clients will say to us "I think I am going crazy". We let them know these feelings or reactions are normal. We are able to help you in your journey of healing so you can be a better you. Why just survive, when you can thrive!
We specialize in treating trauma disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, life stressors, domestic violence trauma, parenting issues, couples and family counseling.
At A Healing Place we are here to truly listen to you to help you achieve a better quality of life. Life can be difficult, stressors and expectations can wear any one of us down, you may find yourself struggling to enjoy life or worry constantly. These are signs of burnout or stress. Some of you may have had a difficult childhood or a recent event that has caused irrational behaviors or thoughts. Many times our clients will say to us "I think I am going crazy". We let them know these feelings or reactions are normal. We are able to help you in your journey of healing so you can be a better you. Why just survive, when you can thrive!
(920) 776-6753 View (920) 776-6753
Photo of Daniel W Bishop, Psychologist in Middleton, WI
Daniel W Bishop
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSAC
Verified Verified
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
One of my specialty areas includes relationship counseling including premarital, cohabitation, marital, parent-child, parent-parent, co-parenting.
Having extensive experience and clinical supervision with adolescent and adults in various health settings, I have come to appreciate the uniqueness of each person and the journey they are on to wellness. I am non-judgmental and don't feel it is necessary to shame or parent those I work with. In addition to being a psychologist, I am also a college professor, working with students pursuing master and doctorate degrees and a clinical supervisor. These unique perspective allows me to stay on the cutting edge of research and therapeutic approaches to a variety of issues. I am not a corporate or large for profit practice.
One of my specialty areas includes relationship counseling including premarital, cohabitation, marital, parent-child, parent-parent, co-parenting.
Having extensive experience and clinical supervision with adolescent and adults in various health settings, I have come to appreciate the uniqueness of each person and the journey they are on to wellness. I am non-judgmental and don't feel it is necessary to shame or parent those I work with. In addition to being a psychologist, I am also a college professor, working with students pursuing master and doctorate degrees and a clinical supervisor. These unique perspective allows me to stay on the cutting edge of research and therapeutic approaches to a variety of issues. I am not a corporate or large for profit practice.
(262) 214-6568 View (262) 214-6568
Photo of Chiara Simeone-Difrancesco, Psychologist in Middleton, WI
Chiara Simeone-Difrancesco
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Oshkosh, WI 54901  (Online Only)
Author of: "Schema Therapy (ST) with Couples", Wiley.
Specialty: 1) Marriage. Make it better: heal hurts; recover post affair(s); reconnect from drifting. Expertise in helping couples fall in love again. Often with children and careers spouses find they are not so connected ...sometimes with "bad behavior" trust becomes severely damaged or sexual issues...Hope and expert guidance are to be had... Personality rough edges can become smoother as persons learn how to connect. I work especially well with busy professionals who want better marriages. 2) INDIVIDUAL Therapy & Counseling, 33 years experience/training. Try a National Register Psychologist & see the difference!
Author of: "Schema Therapy (ST) with Couples", Wiley.
Specialty: 1) Marriage. Make it better: heal hurts; recover post affair(s); reconnect from drifting. Expertise in helping couples fall in love again. Often with children and careers spouses find they are not so connected ...sometimes with "bad behavior" trust becomes severely damaged or sexual issues...Hope and expert guidance are to be had... Personality rough edges can become smoother as persons learn how to connect. I work especially well with busy professionals who want better marriages. 2) INDIVIDUAL Therapy & Counseling, 33 years experience/training. Try a National Register Psychologist & see the difference!
(920) 633-3678 View (920) 633-3678
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Joleena Abrams
CCTSA, MA, CLC, CMEMI
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
(414) 441-5732 View (414) 441-5732

Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.