Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
Avian Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
My practice is half children and half adults. Having fostered and adopted myself, I am particularly skilled to assist foster and adoptive family needs. I also use play, expressive arts, sand tray and music to assist in therapy. First responders, gender non conforming, clients with anxiety, depression, thought and mood disorders, are particularly welcome. I am located in the east side of Milwaukee near the lake.
My practice is half children and half adults. Having fostered and adopted myself, I am particularly skilled to assist foster and adoptive family needs. I also use play, expressive arts, sand tray and music to assist in therapy. First responders, gender non conforming, clients with anxiety, depression, thought and mood disorders, are particularly welcome. I am located in the east side of Milwaukee near the lake.
Pathways Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Our clinician's are known best for our expertise in child and family therapy, problematic sexual behavior, couples counseling, and transgender/gender affirmation.
Pathways Counseling Center was established in 1985 as a state certified, outpatient mental health clinic. We have several therapists that provide a variety of services for various challenges. We offer services to individual clients, their families and significant others in treatment settings that include individual, couples, and group sessions. Our mental health professionals provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples to help our clients achieve emotional health and well-being.
Our clinician's are known best for our expertise in child and family therapy, problematic sexual behavior, couples counseling, and transgender/gender affirmation.
Pathways Counseling Center was established in 1985 as a state certified, outpatient mental health clinic. We have several therapists that provide a variety of services for various challenges. We offer services to individual clients, their families and significant others in treatment settings that include individual, couples, and group sessions. Our mental health professionals provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples to help our clients achieve emotional health and well-being.
Mimi E Porat
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Our stories of historical trauma, family strife, and significant life events can affect us daily, determining how we interact with the world around us.
As a therapist, I so value the healing potential of human connection. Emotion and suffering are natural reactions to life, and the ability to sit with and process life’s challenges with another person can be a gift. Sharing moments of loss, shame, joy, and disappointment can lead to stronger self-acceptance and connection with others. I strive to be welcoming, open, and empathetic to all clients who walk through the door.
Our stories of historical trauma, family strife, and significant life events can affect us daily, determining how we interact with the world around us.
As a therapist, I so value the healing potential of human connection. Emotion and suffering are natural reactions to life, and the ability to sit with and process life’s challenges with another person can be a gift. Sharing moments of loss, shame, joy, and disappointment can lead to stronger self-acceptance and connection with others. I strive to be welcoming, open, and empathetic to all clients who walk through the door.
Johanna Winter Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Would you like to find new patterns of living and loving? Are you or your family struggling to communicate in constructive and loving ways? Have you lost faith and hope that life will ever hold joy and love? Do you struggle with self-criticism and extending compassion to yourself or others? I practice from a systemic, attachment and emotion-focused lens. I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming, and am open to working with individuals of all ages, relationships of all configurations, and families of all varieties.
Would you like to find new patterns of living and loving? Are you or your family struggling to communicate in constructive and loving ways? Have you lost faith and hope that life will ever hold joy and love? Do you struggle with self-criticism and extending compassion to yourself or others? I practice from a systemic, attachment and emotion-focused lens. I am LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming, and am open to working with individuals of all ages, relationships of all configurations, and families of all varieties.
Lauri Budzynski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Is your child stressful? Do they get anxious more than their friends? Is your child or teen down & unmotivated? Is your family adjusting to adoption or foster care, or maybe a recent death or divorce in the family? Are you a young adult who isn't sure about what next steps are or maybe life is just really hard? If any part of these questions resonated with you, please reach out. Clients describe me as down to earth, easy to talk to, works well in crisis situations, & is non-judgmental. In my free time you can find me by Lake Michigan with a cup of coffee, on a walk with my family, finding new houseplants, or gardening outside.
Is your child stressful? Do they get anxious more than their friends? Is your child or teen down & unmotivated? Is your family adjusting to adoption or foster care, or maybe a recent death or divorce in the family? Are you a young adult who isn't sure about what next steps are or maybe life is just really hard? If any part of these questions resonated with you, please reach out. Clients describe me as down to earth, easy to talk to, works well in crisis situations, & is non-judgmental. In my free time you can find me by Lake Michigan with a cup of coffee, on a walk with my family, finding new houseplants, or gardening outside.
Bernadette Mullins Miller, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Most typically, I work with children, adolescents and adults in individual, couple and family psychotherapy.
My intentions are simple. I work to create the type of therapeutic relationship that clients will need to do the exploring, processing and growing that psychotherapy allows. I've always considered it a great privilege to be allowed into client's lives, and are consistently in awe of one's ability to grow and heal.
Most typically, I work with children, adolescents and adults in individual, couple and family psychotherapy.
My intentions are simple. I work to create the type of therapeutic relationship that clients will need to do the exploring, processing and growing that psychotherapy allows. I've always considered it a great privilege to be allowed into client's lives, and are consistently in awe of one's ability to grow and heal.
Wendy Cohen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Specializing in trauma, solution-focused therapy, and family dynamics, I love working with kids and teens too.
Nature-Inspired Therapy offers a holistic approach to healing, embracing the power of the outdoors. Ideal clients are individuals seeking to connect with nature through animal companionship, walking, and outdoor activities. Together, we'll explore the therapeutic benefits of nature, integrating its elements into your healing journey. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, or seeking greater harmony, our sessions will guide you towards wholeness, using nature as a transformative tool for growth and healing.
Specializing in trauma, solution-focused therapy, and family dynamics, I love working with kids and teens too.
Nature-Inspired Therapy offers a holistic approach to healing, embracing the power of the outdoors. Ideal clients are individuals seeking to connect with nature through animal companionship, walking, and outdoor activities. Together, we'll explore the therapeutic benefits of nature, integrating its elements into your healing journey. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, or seeking greater harmony, our sessions will guide you towards wholeness, using nature as a transformative tool for growth and healing.
Wendy Joy Cohen
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
No client is an island but a connected member of a family, so I often practice therapy with parents or spouses, and siblings. My style is practical, focusing on solutions. I am creative and find it essential to evaluate each client’s unique needs in the therapy office. For example, I often use hands-on therapy, such as making art or playing, to help with expression and focus. Parenting does not come with instructions. It is mysterious. But, the smallest successes can produce a profound sense of accomplishment. Helping parents find their way through counseling and walking along side of you through that journey is my mission.
No client is an island but a connected member of a family, so I often practice therapy with parents or spouses, and siblings. My style is practical, focusing on solutions. I am creative and find it essential to evaluate each client’s unique needs in the therapy office. For example, I often use hands-on therapy, such as making art or playing, to help with expression and focus. Parenting does not come with instructions. It is mysterious. But, the smallest successes can produce a profound sense of accomplishment. Helping parents find their way through counseling and walking along side of you through that journey is my mission.
Sarah P. La Follette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
You deserve to be happy. No matter what has happened, or where you've been. We all have troubles, and we all need a little help sometimes. I am here to help you figure things out. You hold the key to getting better. You know yourself better than anyone, but sometimes when we're close to an issue it's hard to see the bigger picture or the best solutions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space.
You deserve to be happy. No matter what has happened, or where you've been. We all have troubles, and we all need a little help sometimes. I am here to help you figure things out. You hold the key to getting better. You know yourself better than anyone, but sometimes when we're close to an issue it's hard to see the bigger picture or the best solutions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space.
David Joel Guetzkow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
David believes in not only helping the individual facing challenges, but helping that person also build their supports that are around them outside of session. David is a military veteran who knows the struggle of being trauma informed and also person-centered in care. What works for one, doesn't always work for the other. David believes in treating the person and not the diagnosis because we are not what the words say we are!
David believes in not only helping the individual facing challenges, but helping that person also build their supports that are around them outside of session. David is a military veteran who knows the struggle of being trauma informed and also person-centered in care. What works for one, doesn't always work for the other. David believes in treating the person and not the diagnosis because we are not what the words say we are!
Christine Foskett
Psychologist, RN, PsyD, Jungian, Analyst
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201
I bring to my work a lifetime of experience with many different people in many different circumstances. My early life experience as a registered nurse enriches me as a psychologist and provides me with a unique perspective in navigating the path towards healing. I believe that the psyche holds within itself the power to heal, but our egos often get in the way. Through the struggles of life, we can lose contact with our own deep well of inner wisdom. My focus is on helping individuals develop the tools to re-connect with their true vital selves and restore balance.
I bring to my work a lifetime of experience with many different people in many different circumstances. My early life experience as a registered nurse enriches me as a psychologist and provides me with a unique perspective in navigating the path towards healing. I believe that the psyche holds within itself the power to heal, but our egos often get in the way. Through the struggles of life, we can lose contact with our own deep well of inner wisdom. My focus is on helping individuals develop the tools to re-connect with their true vital selves and restore balance.
Carrie Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201
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 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.
Emily Berson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201 (Online Only)
Being seen and valued for who we truly are, particularly in a space free of judgment, bias, and pretense, is an incredible feeling. When we feel safe to be ourselves, peace and healing naturally follow. From there, we can blossom, grow, and thrive! It often takes that feeling of safety and security for the truest parts of ourselves to be free to emerge. The essence of therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship and the sense of safety that comes with it. Knowing that you are in a space where your confidence is kept, your story is protected, and your whole person is viewed with loving kindness allows for growth.
Being seen and valued for who we truly are, particularly in a space free of judgment, bias, and pretense, is an incredible feeling. When we feel safe to be ourselves, peace and healing naturally follow. From there, we can blossom, grow, and thrive! It often takes that feeling of safety and security for the truest parts of ourselves to be free to emerge. The essence of therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship and the sense of safety that comes with it. Knowing that you are in a space where your confidence is kept, your story is protected, and your whole person is viewed with loving kindness allows for growth.
Applied Therapies & Wellness Center, SC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, SAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
In my 19 years of providing mental health therapy, I have strived to assist individuals to find elements of success in managing their emotions and behaviors on a day-to-day basis. As a believer in effective communication, I develop a nurturing environment for individuals and families that involves enthusiasm, flexibility, accountability, and a willingness to change and adapt. I am credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and a Substance Abuse Counselor. Please look at our website and see what our therapists have to offer! www.appliedtherapiesandwellness.com
In my 19 years of providing mental health therapy, I have strived to assist individuals to find elements of success in managing their emotions and behaviors on a day-to-day basis. As a believer in effective communication, I develop a nurturing environment for individuals and families that involves enthusiasm, flexibility, accountability, and a willingness to change and adapt. I am credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and a Substance Abuse Counselor. Please look at our website and see what our therapists have to offer! www.appliedtherapiesandwellness.com
Brie Pero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53201
I believe that effective therapy starts with a strong therapeutic relationship, so I try to bring humor and my authentic self into sessions. I want to provide a space where clients feel heard, validated, and understood. I am open to exploring a variety of interventions approaches, so that a client’s needs and wants are met in a way that fits them best.
I believe that effective therapy starts with a strong therapeutic relationship, so I try to bring humor and my authentic self into sessions. I want to provide a space where clients feel heard, validated, and understood. I am open to exploring a variety of interventions approaches, so that a client’s needs and wants are met in a way that fits them best.
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Daniel Louis Huber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sheboygan, WI 53081
My therapeutic focus is helping my clients of all ages gain a deeper appreciation of who they are on all levels of their being: body,mind and spirit. To that extent, I incorporate a variety of clinical tools including Emotional Freedom Technique(EFT),Mindfullness based meditation ,Transpersonal vision Quest/journey work,sensory motor soothing methods, Internal Family Systems ,and Heart Centered Hypnotheray. I also offer the MARI(Mandala Assessment Research Instrument), a powerful tool to help clients understand,explore and expand consciousnessl. My ideal client would be willing to learn these tools to live life more joyfully.
My therapeutic focus is helping my clients of all ages gain a deeper appreciation of who they are on all levels of their being: body,mind and spirit. To that extent, I incorporate a variety of clinical tools including Emotional Freedom Technique(EFT),Mindfullness based meditation ,Transpersonal vision Quest/journey work,sensory motor soothing methods, Internal Family Systems ,and Heart Centered Hypnotheray. I also offer the MARI(Mandala Assessment Research Instrument), a powerful tool to help clients understand,explore and expand consciousnessl. My ideal client would be willing to learn these tools to live life more joyfully.
Monica Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brookfield, WI 53005
My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples to meet the challenges they may be experiencing such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, anger management, addiction, self-esteem issues or perhaps spiritual emptiness. One of my goals is to shed light on the issues that you are currently experiencing, noticing the internal roots of conflict, and finding ways to make meaningful and purposeful shifts in your life. My treatment approach is integrative, and following an assessment of the individual needs of my client determines which modalities I utilize.
My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples to meet the challenges they may be experiencing such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, anger management, addiction, self-esteem issues or perhaps spiritual emptiness. One of my goals is to shed light on the issues that you are currently experiencing, noticing the internal roots of conflict, and finding ways to make meaningful and purposeful shifts in your life. My treatment approach is integrative, and following an assessment of the individual needs of my client determines which modalities I utilize.
Online Therapists
Neko J Vanevenhoven
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Supervi
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Little Chute, WI 54140
I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Graduate School.
Hello and welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! In addition, I am dually licensed in MN and WI and an approved supervisor for LMFT and LPCC. My name is Neko and I joined this field because I believe that life is a journey where invitations to heal, grow and prosper are constantly received.
I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Graduate School.
Hello and welcome to the beginning of your healing journey! In addition, I am dually licensed in MN and WI and an approved supervisor for LMFT and LPCC. My name is Neko and I joined this field because I believe that life is a journey where invitations to heal, grow and prosper are constantly received.
Authentic Roots Therapy PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LP, LPCC, LADC, Supervi
Verified Verified
Little Chute, WI 54140
Authentic Roots Therapy is a mental health collaborative where licensed professionals provide individual, couple, & family mental health therapy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We specialize in working with children, couples, families, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals who are questioning, curious, transitioning, or identifying as transgender/non-binary, mothers in postpartum, faith communities, individuals experiencing traumatic symptomatology, and highly sensitive men!
Authentic Roots Therapy is a mental health collaborative where licensed professionals provide individual, couple, & family mental health therapy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We specialize in working with children, couples, families, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals who are questioning, curious, transitioning, or identifying as transgender/non-binary, mothers in postpartum, faith communities, individuals experiencing traumatic symptomatology, and highly sensitive men!
Lisa k Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSW
Verified Verified
Kenosha, WI 53140
I believe that happiness and recovery are possible! Anxiety, depression, PTSD, partner conflict and family issues can make life hard and can make people feel stuck. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to change their lives to have more fulfillment and contentment. I want my clients to not just survive but to thrive. The first step is having the courage to get help. Don't live a unfulfilled life when assistance is available to you. Happiness and hope are possible and it is my goal to assist people to live life to the fullest of their ability.
I believe that happiness and recovery are possible! Anxiety, depression, PTSD, partner conflict and family issues can make life hard and can make people feel stuck. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to change their lives to have more fulfillment and contentment. I want my clients to not just survive but to thrive. The first step is having the courage to get help. Don't live a unfulfilled life when assistance is available to you. Happiness and hope are possible and it is my goal to assist people to live life to the fullest of their ability.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.