Depression Therapists in 53217
Tracie J. Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Clients have come to see me for counseling with a variety of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, PTSD, and ADHD. My treatment approach is to help individuals reach their goals by using evidence-based methods and techniques. That means, from a client-centered perspective, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), desensitization, mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR), and positive psychology when it is necessary and appropriate to suite the individual's needs.
Clients have come to see me for counseling with a variety of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, PTSD, and ADHD. My treatment approach is to help individuals reach their goals by using evidence-based methods and techniques. That means, from a client-centered perspective, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), desensitization, mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR), and positive psychology when it is necessary and appropriate to suite the individual's needs.
Carin A Pittleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Seeing a therapist can be scary and takes courage. I use a Strength Based approach to deal with issues including anxiety, depression, health related issues, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and parenting. By listening to you, reflecting and sharing information we will explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and behaviors in a gentle, safe and understanding environment. I am passionate about helping you think "outside the box" with regard to your personal development to regain confidence and hope.
Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Seeing a therapist can be scary and takes courage. I use a Strength Based approach to deal with issues including anxiety, depression, health related issues, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and parenting. By listening to you, reflecting and sharing information we will explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and behaviors in a gentle, safe and understanding environment. I am passionate about helping you think "outside the box" with regard to your personal development to regain confidence and hope.
Janice Bourke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Jan is a licensed psychotherapist who has been practicing in the Milwaukee area for over 25 years in both in-patient and outpatient settings. While working with some adolescents, she primarily sees adults experiencing such difficulties as depression, anxiety, addictions, co-dependency, verbal abuse, grief and workplace stresses. She deals with relationship issues both with individuals and couples. A specialty area of Jan's is integrating spirituality into treatment to promote well-being and help alleviate symptoms.
Jan is a licensed psychotherapist who has been practicing in the Milwaukee area for over 25 years in both in-patient and outpatient settings. While working with some adolescents, she primarily sees adults experiencing such difficulties as depression, anxiety, addictions, co-dependency, verbal abuse, grief and workplace stresses. She deals with relationship issues both with individuals and couples. A specialty area of Jan's is integrating spirituality into treatment to promote well-being and help alleviate symptoms.
Emma Low
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Emma is a Licensed professional Counselor with over 23 years of clinical experience working in residential and outpatient settings in England and the United States. Emma works with children, teenagers and adults experiencing distress that is negatively impacting their emotional well-being, close relationships, and social, school or work functioning. Her specialty areas include but are not limited to individuals with long standing difficulties associated with past traumatic events, depression, OCD and other anxiety related problems. Emma also works with couples and families to improve communication and manage conflict.
Emma is a Licensed professional Counselor with over 23 years of clinical experience working in residential and outpatient settings in England and the United States. Emma works with children, teenagers and adults experiencing distress that is negatively impacting their emotional well-being, close relationships, and social, school or work functioning. Her specialty areas include but are not limited to individuals with long standing difficulties associated with past traumatic events, depression, OCD and other anxiety related problems. Emma also works with couples and families to improve communication and manage conflict.
Jackie Wichert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Part of the success in therapy is your relationship with your therapist. That is why my goal is to create an authentic, genuine, and compassionate space for you to process and work through life's most difficult challenges. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety), depression, and trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional). I work with children 8 and up, teens, and adults.
Part of the success in therapy is your relationship with your therapist. That is why my goal is to create an authentic, genuine, and compassionate space for you to process and work through life's most difficult challenges. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety), depression, and trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional). I work with children 8 and up, teens, and adults.
Alexander Yundt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Glendale, WI 53217
He specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, sexualized behaviors, and other mood disorders.
As the owner of Psychological Health Sanctuary, Alexander views clients as the experts of themselves, and clinicians as the experts of theory and application. Together a positive change can be made to develop new ways of experiencing life. Metaphorically, Alexander walks side by side with you on your mental health journey - stepping on the same sticks and stones you do.
He specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, sexualized behaviors, and other mood disorders.
As the owner of Psychological Health Sanctuary, Alexander views clients as the experts of themselves, and clinicians as the experts of theory and application. Together a positive change can be made to develop new ways of experiencing life. Metaphorically, Alexander walks side by side with you on your mental health journey - stepping on the same sticks and stones you do.
Frank P Urtz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
I find that clients who benefit from my services are typically experiencing excessive stress or a personal crisis in their lives. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, grief, guilt or depression on a periodic or chronic basis; they may face work problems or ongoing health problems that increase their psychological distress; they may also feel confused or disheartened by relationship problems with partners, family members or friends. I am able to assist these clients by helping them understand the underlying source of their problems and by developing realistic alternatives that can help resolve these issues.
I find that clients who benefit from my services are typically experiencing excessive stress or a personal crisis in their lives. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, grief, guilt or depression on a periodic or chronic basis; they may face work problems or ongoing health problems that increase their psychological distress; they may also feel confused or disheartened by relationship problems with partners, family members or friends. I am able to assist these clients by helping them understand the underlying source of their problems and by developing realistic alternatives that can help resolve these issues.
Zach Meyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, WI 53217
Are you struggling in ways you don't feel equipped to handle? Anxiety, depression, academic issues, or changes in your eating or sleeping habits? It's okay! You aren't supposed to have all the answers. Getting professional support now can give you a lifetime of better mental health by teaching you the skills you need to succeed in an environment that feels safe and supportive.
Are you struggling in ways you don't feel equipped to handle? Anxiety, depression, academic issues, or changes in your eating or sleeping habits? It's okay! You aren't supposed to have all the answers. Getting professional support now can give you a lifetime of better mental health by teaching you the skills you need to succeed in an environment that feels safe and supportive.
Paul M Smerz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217
I work with adults and adolescents presenting with a variety of mental health and relationship issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, health problems, and other crises that may accompany life.
As a clinical psychologist I strive to provide a transformative experience that not only resolves the symptoms and issues that brought you to treatment, but also develops deeper insight and awareness that promotes lasting change. I work to collaborate with you to develop a plan for continued growth that reflects your life-long plans, goals, and unmet needs. To that end, I strive to facilitate an experience for you of change in those aspects of your life that are most meaningful to you, including your inner world, relationships, spiritual beliefs, work life and world views.
I work with adults and adolescents presenting with a variety of mental health and relationship issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, health problems, and other crises that may accompany life.
As a clinical psychologist I strive to provide a transformative experience that not only resolves the symptoms and issues that brought you to treatment, but also develops deeper insight and awareness that promotes lasting change. I work to collaborate with you to develop a plan for continued growth that reflects your life-long plans, goals, and unmet needs. To that end, I strive to facilitate an experience for you of change in those aspects of your life that are most meaningful to you, including your inner world, relationships, spiritual beliefs, work life and world views.
Thomas Galten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
He is accustomed to addressing all concerns which people typically bring to counseling, including depression, anxiety, drug/alcohol abuse, couples’ issues, parent/child concerns and bereavement.
Thomas Galten is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and clinical substance abuse counselor (CSAC) working with individual adults, couples and families with children. He has been practicing since 1994, when he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a master’s degree in social work (MSW). Tom’s therapy style is relaxed and reflective and he seeks always to create and encourage an atmosphere of trust, good will and rapport with those who come to him for counseling. He is client-centered and strengths-based and believes in the client’s capacity to achieve higher levels of empowerment, freedom, happiness.
He is accustomed to addressing all concerns which people typically bring to counseling, including depression, anxiety, drug/alcohol abuse, couples’ issues, parent/child concerns and bereavement.
Thomas Galten is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and clinical substance abuse counselor (CSAC) working with individual adults, couples and families with children. He has been practicing since 1994, when he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a master’s degree in social work (MSW). Tom’s therapy style is relaxed and reflective and he seeks always to create and encourage an atmosphere of trust, good will and rapport with those who come to him for counseling. He is client-centered and strengths-based and believes in the client’s capacity to achieve higher levels of empowerment, freedom, happiness.
Catherine Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
My experience has allowed me to work with people who cope with mood disorders, depression, substance use disorders and similar addictions such as gambling or spending, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and OCD/anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety, hair pulling or skin picking.
I am a licensed mental health & substance abuse counselor working with people ages 18+. I appreciate the diversity of human beings and welcome all individuals; I do my best to be an ally. I have worked in the behavioral health/substance use field since 1990, obtaining my Masters in Social Work in 2017. I've worked in a variety of areas: direct care, admissions, completing insurance reviews and advocating for care, so I can offer a unique perspective on the continuum of care and the in's and out's of getting the treatment that is best for you.
My experience has allowed me to work with people who cope with mood disorders, depression, substance use disorders and similar addictions such as gambling or spending, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and OCD/anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety, hair pulling or skin picking.
I am a licensed mental health & substance abuse counselor working with people ages 18+. I appreciate the diversity of human beings and welcome all individuals; I do my best to be an ally. I have worked in the behavioral health/substance use field since 1990, obtaining my Masters in Social Work in 2017. I've worked in a variety of areas: direct care, admissions, completing insurance reviews and advocating for care, so I can offer a unique perspective on the continuum of care and the in's and out's of getting the treatment that is best for you.
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Amy Perkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Amy is a licensed therapist who provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, which may include psychoeducation and supportive work with families and guardians. Her experience includes working with ADHD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ, and autism spectrum disorders. Amy utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to empower clients to identify their strengths and help them utilize these strengths to succeed in life. She also helps clients learn the impact their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors have on their overall well-being.
Amy is a licensed therapist who provides individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, which may include psychoeducation and supportive work with families and guardians. Her experience includes working with ADHD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ, and autism spectrum disorders. Amy utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to empower clients to identify their strengths and help them utilize these strengths to succeed in life. She also helps clients learn the impact their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors have on their overall well-being.
Jeffrey Nerone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Sessions may address needs related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men’s issues, intimacy, effective communication, self-esteem/self-worth.
Jeff Nerone, MA, LPC Counseling Philosophy: Jeff’s approach to counseling centers on guiding clients to a deeper understanding of self by helping them identify and navigate barriers to healing. Jeff provides a safe, supportive, environment in which clients engage in the work of building self-trust, purpose, and a renewed sense of empowerment over their life choices. Educational Background: After graduating cum laude from Marquette University with a double major in Psychology and Professional Communications, Jeff earned his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology through Cardinal Stritch University.
Sessions may address needs related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men’s issues, intimacy, effective communication, self-esteem/self-worth.
Jeff Nerone, MA, LPC Counseling Philosophy: Jeff’s approach to counseling centers on guiding clients to a deeper understanding of self by helping them identify and navigate barriers to healing. Jeff provides a safe, supportive, environment in which clients engage in the work of building self-trust, purpose, and a renewed sense of empowerment over their life choices. Educational Background: After graduating cum laude from Marquette University with a double major in Psychology and Professional Communications, Jeff earned his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology through Cardinal Stritch University.
Gina Yauck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Gina Yauck is a Master's prepared Psychotherapist who received her degree from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a relationship therapist who works with adults, couples and families. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and self esteem issues. Gina enjoys working with women's issues throughout the lifespan including career counseling, dating and marriage, parenting, menopause and retirement.
Gina Yauck is a Master's prepared Psychotherapist who received her degree from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a relationship therapist who works with adults, couples and families. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and self esteem issues. Gina enjoys working with women's issues throughout the lifespan including career counseling, dating and marriage, parenting, menopause and retirement.
Melanie Wasserman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Melanie's areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Divorce and separation, parenting challenges, grief and loss issues, adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Melanie Wasserman provides psychotherapy to individuals 17 and older. She received her Master in Social Work degree from UW - Milwaukee, where her training focused on mental health, trauma counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Melanie has practiced psychotherapy since 1999 and her therapeutic approach to treatment includes Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotional Focused and Insight Oriented Therapy. Additionally, Melanie is skilled in group therapy and facilitating psycho-educational and bereavement groups.
Melanie's areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Divorce and separation, parenting challenges, grief and loss issues, adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Melanie Wasserman provides psychotherapy to individuals 17 and older. She received her Master in Social Work degree from UW - Milwaukee, where her training focused on mental health, trauma counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Melanie has practiced psychotherapy since 1999 and her therapeutic approach to treatment includes Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotional Focused and Insight Oriented Therapy. Additionally, Melanie is skilled in group therapy and facilitating psycho-educational and bereavement groups.
Andrea Sandora
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
I also specialize in Brainspotting, a powerful intervention that addresses emotional/body pain, stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am a certified Licensed Clinical Therapist with more than 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both one-on-one and group settings. As a compassionate therapist, I use a personalized approach to establish your treatment plan so you can attain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. As every person and situation is unique, my mission is to help you use your own inner strengths to define your journey, and reach your goals.
I also specialize in Brainspotting, a powerful intervention that addresses emotional/body pain, stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am a certified Licensed Clinical Therapist with more than 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both one-on-one and group settings. As a compassionate therapist, I use a personalized approach to establish your treatment plan so you can attain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. As every person and situation is unique, my mission is to help you use your own inner strengths to define your journey, and reach your goals.
Alev Ildiz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217 (Online Only)
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My clinical interests include identity development, family and relationship concerns, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
My clinical interests include identity development, family and relationship concerns, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
Lisa Schneider
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Schneider has worked extensively with people of all ages with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression management and life skills.
Lisa Schneider is a 2012 graduate of Mount Mary University earning a Master's of Science degree in Art Therapy. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wisconsin as well as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Ms. Schneider specializes in working with children and adolescents having previous experience at a residential school for special needs children/adolescents and acute care.
Schneider has worked extensively with people of all ages with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression management and life skills.
Lisa Schneider is a 2012 graduate of Mount Mary University earning a Master's of Science degree in Art Therapy. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wisconsin as well as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Ms. Schneider specializes in working with children and adolescents having previous experience at a residential school for special needs children/adolescents and acute care.
Joshua Dolan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Maybe you are dealing with a chronic issue like depression or anxiety and have tried other avenues before. Perhaps you are dealing with or contemplating a major life change. A safe environment and neutral party can help you get your life back on track and reach your goals. I believe that healing and growth is a personal change process that happens in the context of a caring, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship based upon research supported techniques. I will work collaboratively with you to figure out where you want to go and determine the best path to get there.
Maybe you are dealing with a chronic issue like depression or anxiety and have tried other avenues before. Perhaps you are dealing with or contemplating a major life change. A safe environment and neutral party can help you get your life back on track and reach your goals. I believe that healing and growth is a personal change process that happens in the context of a caring, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship based upon research supported techniques. I will work collaboratively with you to figure out where you want to go and determine the best path to get there.
Anne Repaci
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
I am a Master's prepared psychotherapist with a Rehabilitation Psychology Degree from UW - Madison. I have widespread experience in providing therapy in the areas of adjustment disorders in individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities - with extensive experience in brain injury, as well as, depression, anxiety, stress management, pain management, addiction issues, relational issues, and health and wellbeing.
I am a Master's prepared psychotherapist with a Rehabilitation Psychology Degree from UW - Madison. I have widespread experience in providing therapy in the areas of adjustment disorders in individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities - with extensive experience in brain injury, as well as, depression, anxiety, stress management, pain management, addiction issues, relational issues, and health and wellbeing.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.