Female Therapists in Dane County, WI
Taryn Cates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
Waitlist for new clients
Our life experiences can feel so overwhelming at times, and when you're trapped in the middle of it all, it's hard to know how to move forward. Whether you're working through a life transition, a loss, the overwhelm of constantly taking care of others, or everyday stress, you deserve a space that is just yours to slow down, give space to your emotional experience, and find hope that things truly can feel different.
Our life experiences can feel so overwhelming at times, and when you're trapped in the middle of it all, it's hard to know how to move forward. Whether you're working through a life transition, a loss, the overwhelm of constantly taking care of others, or everyday stress, you deserve a space that is just yours to slow down, give space to your emotional experience, and find hope that things truly can feel different.
Sarah Francois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53713 (Online Only)
I work with patients to address Depression, Anxiety, OCD as well as trauma sequelae which are manifest by depressed or anxious mood, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, insomnia, substance misuse, and interpersonal problems. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)(ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) and relevant clinical adaptations to address mood or anxiety disorders, co-occurring substance use disorders and/or trauma recovery as well as singular diagnoses. I have significant clinical experience in addressing deep, psychological wounds often referred to as "moral injury”.
I work with patients to address Depression, Anxiety, OCD as well as trauma sequelae which are manifest by depressed or anxious mood, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, insomnia, substance misuse, and interpersonal problems. I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)(ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) and relevant clinical adaptations to address mood or anxiety disorders, co-occurring substance use disorders and/or trauma recovery as well as singular diagnoses. I have significant clinical experience in addressing deep, psychological wounds often referred to as "moral injury”.
Sarah Rosencrans Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53705
Positive change is possible when a person is provided the tailored support needed to draw upon their own strengths and insight. There is value in knowing and treating the whole person and I focus on the diverse set of characteristics and circumstances that can both create life challenges and be better understood to overcome personal obstacles. Skill building to address mental health needs, increasing confidence and self-esteem, and creating targeted goals are primary elements of my practice. Initial Consult: https://app2.luminello.com/sarahrobinsonlcsw/form
Positive change is possible when a person is provided the tailored support needed to draw upon their own strengths and insight. There is value in knowing and treating the whole person and I focus on the diverse set of characteristics and circumstances that can both create life challenges and be better understood to overcome personal obstacles. Skill building to address mental health needs, increasing confidence and self-esteem, and creating targeted goals are primary elements of my practice. Initial Consult: https://app2.luminello.com/sarahrobinsonlcsw/form
Rachel Grzenia-Franchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has found their passion in treating diagnoses along the anxiety spectrum, including Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety and Trauma/PTSD, I enjoy working with individuals ages 13 and older, and utilize evidenced based treatments to support them in reducing challenges presented by their diagnoses. I have worked in several different settings including residential and intensive outpatient programs. I enjoy working with clients to meet their treatment goals, and celebrate their success with them.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has found their passion in treating diagnoses along the anxiety spectrum, including Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety and Trauma/PTSD, I enjoy working with individuals ages 13 and older, and utilize evidenced based treatments to support them in reducing challenges presented by their diagnoses. I have worked in several different settings including residential and intensive outpatient programs. I enjoy working with clients to meet their treatment goals, and celebrate their success with them.
Ellie Welch
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
Are you looking for relief from daily stressors and support in building a healthier future? I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families providing systemic, relational therapy to all clients. My therapy approach is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on client’s strengths to inform treatment. I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and EMDR into my therapy practice. I am passionate about helping clients process life transitions including working with adolescents and young adults.
Are you looking for relief from daily stressors and support in building a healthier future? I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families providing systemic, relational therapy to all clients. My therapy approach is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on client’s strengths to inform treatment. I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and EMDR into my therapy practice. I am passionate about helping clients process life transitions including working with adolescents and young adults.
Leslie Golden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53704
I provide individual therapy to adults with an emphasis on exploration, collaboration, and discovery. I focus on a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, identity, women’s issues, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, chronic pain and other medical challenges. I work from a psychodynamic lens to help you identify the powerful forces that shape your life and are often hiding in plain sight. Together we can explore your personal experience, early life, and family history to better understand patterns, to gain meaning and self-understanding, to relieve suffering, and to feel empowered to change the way you live.
I provide individual therapy to adults with an emphasis on exploration, collaboration, and discovery. I focus on a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, identity, women’s issues, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, chronic pain and other medical challenges. I work from a psychodynamic lens to help you identify the powerful forces that shape your life and are often hiding in plain sight. Together we can explore your personal experience, early life, and family history to better understand patterns, to gain meaning and self-understanding, to relieve suffering, and to feel empowered to change the way you live.
Meshel Lewinski Langford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53726
What keeps you from being truly happy? Together we will work on a plan to help your deepest dreams come true. I provide a supportive environment of warmth, humor, creativity and respect. Together we will explore, with curiosity, and without judgement.
What keeps you from being truly happy? Together we will work on a plan to help your deepest dreams come true. I provide a supportive environment of warmth, humor, creativity and respect. Together we will explore, with curiosity, and without judgement.
Casey-Ann R Dohse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Middleton, WI 53562
Not currently accepting new clients. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a plan with you that Awakens your Vitality.
Not currently accepting new clients. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a plan with you that Awakens your Vitality.
Audrey Thompson Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Monona, WI 53713
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in child and family therapy. I see children ages 0-18 and/or their caregivers. I love to work with parents and caregivers in supporting and better understanding their little one(s). I can also offer support during the precious, and most stressful perinatal period.
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in child and family therapy. I see children ages 0-18 and/or their caregivers. I love to work with parents and caregivers in supporting and better understanding their little one(s). I can also offer support during the precious, and most stressful perinatal period.
Shelley Rae Hoepfner
Counselor, MA, LPC, SAC-IT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53719
Are you feeling stuck in life and not sure which direction to take? We can work together to address the challenges you feel may be affecting your day to day life; regaining clarity around your goals and allowing yourself the permission to move forward. Whether your struggles are with alcohol and drug abuse, an abusive relationship, a life transition or struggling with depression/anxiety, sometimes a different perspective and support is all that's needed to feel empowered and reconnected with you inner self.
Are you feeling stuck in life and not sure which direction to take? We can work together to address the challenges you feel may be affecting your day to day life; regaining clarity around your goals and allowing yourself the permission to move forward. Whether your struggles are with alcohol and drug abuse, an abusive relationship, a life transition or struggling with depression/anxiety, sometimes a different perspective and support is all that's needed to feel empowered and reconnected with you inner self.
Elizabeth Schreiber
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53719
I believe therapy is a collaborative process in which we will work together to determine your goals and then achieve them. Because I work both cognitive-behaviorally and psychodynamically, I am able to work with you on two different, but both very important levels depending on your goals. On one level, I can help you simply feel better and improve your coping skills. And on another level, and to the extent to which you are interested in doing so, I can help you understand the deeper roots of your symptoms and life patterns.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process in which we will work together to determine your goals and then achieve them. Because I work both cognitive-behaviorally and psychodynamically, I am able to work with you on two different, but both very important levels depending on your goals. On one level, I can help you simply feel better and improve your coping skills. And on another level, and to the extent to which you are interested in doing so, I can help you understand the deeper roots of your symptoms and life patterns.
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Monona, WI 53713
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Nichole Fritts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Are you looking for something different when it comes to therapy? I believe therapy can be more relaxed & not always serious & "stuffy". My goal is for you to have an experience of comfort and encouragement while also working through difficult situations and feelings. We talk about your concerns but also about your strengths & looking at things from different perspectives. During these conversations, we can laugh about some things, have a cup of coffee/tea together and color a picture. I work hard to provide a positive, accepting and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to talk about your reality and truth.
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Mya Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53711
I have dedicated my career to encouraging, supporting, and uplifting children, youth and families by overcoming challenging and traumatic experiences in their lives. It is my belief that circumstance, situation or crises define one's future path or life's trajectory. It is my life's work to help build capacity and strengthen the belief in the possibility of change and growth in the lives of the individuals that I am fortunate and honored to counsel and serve. "- Mya R. Johnson Mya combines powerful leadership skills with a deep concern for the wellbeing of every individual.
I have dedicated my career to encouraging, supporting, and uplifting children, youth and families by overcoming challenging and traumatic experiences in their lives. It is my belief that circumstance, situation or crises define one's future path or life's trajectory. It is my life's work to help build capacity and strengthen the belief in the possibility of change and growth in the lives of the individuals that I am fortunate and honored to counsel and serve. "- Mya R. Johnson Mya combines powerful leadership skills with a deep concern for the wellbeing of every individual.
Rachel Morehouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53719
As a family therapist, I utilize a wholistic, solution-focused approach with an eye toward strength and skill generalization. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in my practice. I work to support self-advocacy, symptom reduction and behavior change related to a variety of mental health, developmental, and phase of life challenges.I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to building a foundation of trust and respect in order to help overcome these challenges. I approach my clients with compassion and respect for their unique perspectives and life experiences.
As a family therapist, I utilize a wholistic, solution-focused approach with an eye toward strength and skill generalization. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in my practice. I work to support self-advocacy, symptom reduction and behavior change related to a variety of mental health, developmental, and phase of life challenges.I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to building a foundation of trust and respect in order to help overcome these challenges. I approach my clients with compassion and respect for their unique perspectives and life experiences.
Deanna Houck
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53718
Deanna is a licensed professional counselor who earned a bachelor of science degree in psychology from Marian College at Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and a master’s of science degree in educational/professional counselor tract from Concordia University in Mequon, Wisconsin. Often described as compassionate, hard-working, creative and curious, Deanna has experience working with individuals who live with substance use disorders, chronic mental health disorders and developmental disabilities. She has worked in day treatment settings, residential treatment facilities and in a methadone clinic.
Deanna is a licensed professional counselor who earned a bachelor of science degree in psychology from Marian College at Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and a master’s of science degree in educational/professional counselor tract from Concordia University in Mequon, Wisconsin. Often described as compassionate, hard-working, creative and curious, Deanna has experience working with individuals who live with substance use disorders, chronic mental health disorders and developmental disabilities. She has worked in day treatment settings, residential treatment facilities and in a methadone clinic.
Ginger Liebmann
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
Are you feeling like you're stuck in a rut? Maybe the holiday season isn't bringing you as much joy as you hoped, or perhaps you're feeling that you've lost yourself in trying to please those around you. Our relationships with ourselves and others have a direct impact on our overall mental health and wellbeing, and it's hard to feel like our best selves when we are overwhelmed and exhausted. These feelings are especially common this time of year - days are short, stress is high, and to do lists are long. If you're feeling burnt out and looking for a recharge, I'd love to help you work through this process.
Are you feeling like you're stuck in a rut? Maybe the holiday season isn't bringing you as much joy as you hoped, or perhaps you're feeling that you've lost yourself in trying to please those around you. Our relationships with ourselves and others have a direct impact on our overall mental health and wellbeing, and it's hard to feel like our best selves when we are overwhelmed and exhausted. These feelings are especially common this time of year - days are short, stress is high, and to do lists are long. If you're feeling burnt out and looking for a recharge, I'd love to help you work through this process.
Holly Erskine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Hello, my name is Holly Erskine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin. You have demonstrated a lot of courage by reaching out for help. I am here to offer you a safe space where you can feel heard. I approach psychotherapy using a trauma-informed perspective which means your struggles are understandable based on your life experiences and we can work together to find effective ways to achieve your goals.
Hello, my name is Holly Erskine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin. You have demonstrated a lot of courage by reaching out for help. I am here to offer you a safe space where you can feel heard. I approach psychotherapy using a trauma-informed perspective which means your struggles are understandable based on your life experiences and we can work together to find effective ways to achieve your goals.
Ellanora Ward
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53713
I try and help people increase the "quality" of their lives which often means helping people whose thinking/behavior and feelings don't seem to connect.I use many different approaches to therapy and draw upon numerous orientations if helpful to the client's goal of change. I strongly advocate for the mind/body connection; healthy mind helps the body be healthier. Past issues are of importance but don't have to be the major focus. I can help you with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and PTSD. I am proud to be a Tricare provider.
I try and help people increase the "quality" of their lives which often means helping people whose thinking/behavior and feelings don't seem to connect.I use many different approaches to therapy and draw upon numerous orientations if helpful to the client's goal of change. I strongly advocate for the mind/body connection; healthy mind helps the body be healthier. Past issues are of importance but don't have to be the major focus. I can help you with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and PTSD. I am proud to be a Tricare provider.
Michele Laux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711 (Online Only)
Specialty practice around anxiety symptoms, including those associated with trauma/abuse. Everyone needs support, and sometimes we decide we need the compassionate support of a professional psychotherapist. In this safe, therapeutic, environment, I will help you to gently address challenging issues and gain insights to improve the overall quality of your life. You will be supported in connecting to your strengths, while exploring and practicing more effective and healthy ways of living. (Please contact me directly at my email address. I don’t currently work with insurance, but have a sliding scale which starts at $80 per session.)
Specialty practice around anxiety symptoms, including those associated with trauma/abuse. Everyone needs support, and sometimes we decide we need the compassionate support of a professional psychotherapist. In this safe, therapeutic, environment, I will help you to gently address challenging issues and gain insights to improve the overall quality of your life. You will be supported in connecting to your strengths, while exploring and practicing more effective and healthy ways of living. (Please contact me directly at my email address. I don’t currently work with insurance, but have a sliding scale which starts at $80 per session.)
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.