Female Therapists in Madison, WI
You deserve to heal. You deserve to be supported, respected, and seen for all you have been, all you will be, and all you are in this moment. I trust you to be the expert on yourself and your own experiences within the body, identities, and relationships that inform your ways of knowing yourself and your world. Our work together will not focus on identifying what’s “wrong” with you, and won’t aim to “fix” you. Together, we will explore areas of distress, discomfort, or questioning through a systemic lens. I will support your intentions toward transformative change and growth from perspectives that matter to you.
You deserve to heal. You deserve to be supported, respected, and seen for all you have been, all you will be, and all you are in this moment. I trust you to be the expert on yourself and your own experiences within the body, identities, and relationships that inform your ways of knowing yourself and your world. Our work together will not focus on identifying what’s “wrong” with you, and won’t aim to “fix” you. Together, we will explore areas of distress, discomfort, or questioning through a systemic lens. I will support your intentions toward transformative change and growth from perspectives that matter to you.
Cate Kalin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53705 (Online Only)
I help women and college students who identify as emotionally sensitive. You may struggle with perfectionism, anxiety, depression, losing yourself in others, setting boundaries, or trauma. This heightened compassion is your super power! It is the source of your creativity, your passion, and your intuition! But in our culture, it can often be met with criticism leading us to feel as though we don’t belong. We learn to push away our emotions to gain acceptance only to feel more isolated. My clients want to step out of conditioning based in shame, patriarchy, and trauma and learn to trust their gifts, emotions, and intuition!
I help women and college students who identify as emotionally sensitive. You may struggle with perfectionism, anxiety, depression, losing yourself in others, setting boundaries, or trauma. This heightened compassion is your super power! It is the source of your creativity, your passion, and your intuition! But in our culture, it can often be met with criticism leading us to feel as though we don’t belong. We learn to push away our emotions to gain acceptance only to feel more isolated. My clients want to step out of conditioning based in shame, patriarchy, and trauma and learn to trust their gifts, emotions, and intuition!
Therapist seeks individuals who are ready to find themselves and their passion in life. Its difficult when we get stuck and do not know where to turn. Need someone to talk to? Or some guidance on situational issues? Relationship or communications with partners or family?
Therapist seeks individuals who are ready to find themselves and their passion in life. Its difficult when we get stuck and do not know where to turn. Need someone to talk to? Or some guidance on situational issues? Relationship or communications with partners or family?
Tammy Sytsma
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53703
I specialize in utilizing cognitive strategies, motivational strategies, and mindfulness techniques based in neuroscience to change thinking patterns and habits, stress and anxiety reactions, and behavioral symptoms. These techniques have research and history behind them that prove they work. My training allows me to teach and use techniques to help clients actually change their brains and nervous systems for better mental and physical health. My techniques are less about talk therapy and more about creating actions and practices that work toward change and the creation of a happy, healthy life!
I specialize in utilizing cognitive strategies, motivational strategies, and mindfulness techniques based in neuroscience to change thinking patterns and habits, stress and anxiety reactions, and behavioral symptoms. These techniques have research and history behind them that prove they work. My training allows me to teach and use techniques to help clients actually change their brains and nervous systems for better mental and physical health. My techniques are less about talk therapy and more about creating actions and practices that work toward change and the creation of a happy, healthy life!
Amanda R Schield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53718
I approach therapy from a viewpoint of balance between therapeutic relationship and skills-based intervention that are best fit for the individuals involved. My background in therapy includes primarily working with children, adolescents, and families including youth in foster care. These experiences created a foundation of viewing attachment and secure relationships as a foundation for mental health wellbeing. I continue to practice from this lens and hold it as a central component throughout treatment. From this basis we will consider what approach will work best to help you along your path towards growth and healing.
I approach therapy from a viewpoint of balance between therapeutic relationship and skills-based intervention that are best fit for the individuals involved. My background in therapy includes primarily working with children, adolescents, and families including youth in foster care. These experiences created a foundation of viewing attachment and secure relationships as a foundation for mental health wellbeing. I continue to practice from this lens and hold it as a central component throughout treatment. From this basis we will consider what approach will work best to help you along your path towards growth and healing.
My clients are adult individuals, couples, and partners who want deeper relationships. They're experiencing life transitions, grief, or they've reached a point in their lives where old strategies aren't working anymore and they want to create new patterns in their lives. They want to release old hurts, feel more ease and freedom in their spirits and bodies, and understand themselves and their partners better.
My clients are adult individuals, couples, and partners who want deeper relationships. They're experiencing life transitions, grief, or they've reached a point in their lives where old strategies aren't working anymore and they want to create new patterns in their lives. They want to release old hurts, feel more ease and freedom in their spirits and bodies, and understand themselves and their partners better.
I support clients to identify challenges, nurture strengths, and reconnect with feelings of vitality, wholeness, and purpose. I collaborate with each person to support meaningful connections to self and loved ones, to pets, to creative and spiritual practices, to work, community, and to the natural world. Compassion and a commitment to honoring each person as unique are guiding principles for my practice. I feel honored to listen to and support clients of diverse backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
I support clients to identify challenges, nurture strengths, and reconnect with feelings of vitality, wholeness, and purpose. I collaborate with each person to support meaningful connections to self and loved ones, to pets, to creative and spiritual practices, to work, community, and to the natural world. Compassion and a commitment to honoring each person as unique are guiding principles for my practice. I feel honored to listen to and support clients of diverse backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
Jennifer Limmex is a psychotherapist who graduated with her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin "“ Whitewater. She carries two licenses in the State of Wisconsin which are for Professional Counseling and Clinical Substance Abuse Counseling and also has a CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) certification. Her experience in working with addiction and trauma inevitably leads her to focus on shame, anxiety, and depression since they are quite often co-occurring disorders. Jennifer utilizes Acceptance & Commitment Therapy to facilitate a majority of her sessions.
Jennifer Limmex is a psychotherapist who graduated with her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin "“ Whitewater. She carries two licenses in the State of Wisconsin which are for Professional Counseling and Clinical Substance Abuse Counseling and also has a CCTP (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) certification. Her experience in working with addiction and trauma inevitably leads her to focus on shame, anxiety, and depression since they are quite often co-occurring disorders. Jennifer utilizes Acceptance & Commitment Therapy to facilitate a majority of her sessions.
Sheri Nagel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2012. She has an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services and English Literature from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point and a graduate degree in Education and Professional Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. Life can bring challenges that affect us psychologically, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Sheri is committed to understanding every person's unique perceptions, feelings, and beliefs, while recognizing and respecting people for where they are on their journey.
Sheri Nagel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2012. She has an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Human Services and English Literature from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point and a graduate degree in Education and Professional Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. Life can bring challenges that affect us psychologically, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Sheri is committed to understanding every person's unique perceptions, feelings, and beliefs, while recognizing and respecting people for where they are on their journey.
Being a former classroom and special education teacher, I love helping families whose children are for any reason struggling in school, as I know what happens at school impacts the family and vice a verse. I also love working with relationships within families, and supporting all kinds of parents as they strive to best the best parents they can be. Sometimes this even includes working with individuals and couples who are struggling with the relationships in their lives. All in all, I love to work with anyone who would like less suffering in their life, and more joy.
Being a former classroom and special education teacher, I love helping families whose children are for any reason struggling in school, as I know what happens at school impacts the family and vice a verse. I also love working with relationships within families, and supporting all kinds of parents as they strive to best the best parents they can be. Sometimes this even includes working with individuals and couples who are struggling with the relationships in their lives. All in all, I love to work with anyone who would like less suffering in their life, and more joy.
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.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working with individual adults and couples. I have advanced training in the Gottman method, EMDR, and perinatal mental health. I work with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, women's health, and ajustment challenges.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working with individual adults and couples. I have advanced training in the Gottman method, EMDR, and perinatal mental health. I work with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, women's health, and ajustment challenges.
Lindsey M Jacobsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I offer a warm space to work with individuals who are interested in processing relational trauma and developing skills to cope with a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship conflicts.
I offer a warm space to work with individuals who are interested in processing relational trauma and developing skills to cope with a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship conflicts.
My therapeutic process is defined by a commitment to nurturing personal evolution through inquisitiveness, empathy and challenging our unconscious biases. I explore how our experiences intersect with society and systemic challenges, helping clients navigate life's complexities. I foster empowerment, curiosity, self compassion and growth. I deeply believe in your innate wisdom and aim to create a a warm, authentic space where you feel valued.. In our collaborative journey, I will help you find meaning, understanding and compassion to your concerns. Please contact with me with any questions.
My therapeutic process is defined by a commitment to nurturing personal evolution through inquisitiveness, empathy and challenging our unconscious biases. I explore how our experiences intersect with society and systemic challenges, helping clients navigate life's complexities. I foster empowerment, curiosity, self compassion and growth. I deeply believe in your innate wisdom and aim to create a a warm, authentic space where you feel valued.. In our collaborative journey, I will help you find meaning, understanding and compassion to your concerns. Please contact with me with any questions.
Marriage and Family Focus, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53703
At Marriage and Family Focus we strive to provide the best therapeutic experience we can. Our therapists offer well-rounded and open-minded therapeutic approaches that are modeled to help best suit your personal needs. Please visit our website: marriageandfamilyfocus.com to learn more about us and what we can offer you!
At Marriage and Family Focus we strive to provide the best therapeutic experience we can. Our therapists offer well-rounded and open-minded therapeutic approaches that are modeled to help best suit your personal needs. Please visit our website: marriageandfamilyfocus.com to learn more about us and what we can offer you!
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist of nearly 20 years who has been working with individuals, families, and couples within a wide range of ages (14+). I have developed experience in working with women, couples, divorce, trauma, anxiety and depression and am EMDR trained. I am also a certified telehealth provider. I work with clients who are the experts in their lives while I am the expert in therapy and together as a team we can work to meet their goals. I now look forward to applying my experience using telehealth so that I can better help meet the needs of those seeking mental health services.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist of nearly 20 years who has been working with individuals, families, and couples within a wide range of ages (14+). I have developed experience in working with women, couples, divorce, trauma, anxiety and depression and am EMDR trained. I am also a certified telehealth provider. I work with clients who are the experts in their lives while I am the expert in therapy and together as a team we can work to meet their goals. I now look forward to applying my experience using telehealth so that I can better help meet the needs of those seeking mental health services.
Laura B. W. Cleavland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53705
I offer an authentic and compassionate presence for all of my clients. I am welcoming, and genuinely interested in understanding my clients so that I can support them to find alignment in their life. I view therapy as an aid in your self-exploration and understanding. I take a collaborative approach, prioritizing the development of a trusting relationship with my clients in order to be most effective in our work together. I provide therapy for young adults, adults, and couples. My specialties include: life transitions, relationship issues, mindfulness, personal identity, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and family dynamics.
I offer an authentic and compassionate presence for all of my clients. I am welcoming, and genuinely interested in understanding my clients so that I can support them to find alignment in their life. I view therapy as an aid in your self-exploration and understanding. I take a collaborative approach, prioritizing the development of a trusting relationship with my clients in order to be most effective in our work together. I provide therapy for young adults, adults, and couples. My specialties include: life transitions, relationship issues, mindfulness, personal identity, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and family dynamics.
Baine Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705 (Online Only)
I work with adults in individual and couples therapy to help address the challenges of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, divorce, and relationship problems. I believe that psychotherapy is collaborative and that the relationship between the therapist and client is essential to the process of change. I work to develop this relationship through gaining a deep understanding and respect for each individual and their unique circumstances.
I work with adults in individual and couples therapy to help address the challenges of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, divorce, and relationship problems. I believe that psychotherapy is collaborative and that the relationship between the therapist and client is essential to the process of change. I work to develop this relationship through gaining a deep understanding and respect for each individual and their unique circumstances.
I am well-equipped to work with individuals who are choosing therapy to better understand their experiences or work toward behavioral change & symptom management. As a clinical rehabilitation counselor, I specialize in working with people who identify as having a disability or who are recovering from a major health or role change. Specifically, I have extensive experience working with women, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, people who are involved in the justice system, & people with a TBI. I have worked for over five years as a substance use counselor, and can provide support for goals from harm reduction to abstinence.
I am well-equipped to work with individuals who are choosing therapy to better understand their experiences or work toward behavioral change & symptom management. As a clinical rehabilitation counselor, I specialize in working with people who identify as having a disability or who are recovering from a major health or role change. Specifically, I have extensive experience working with women, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, people who are involved in the justice system, & people with a TBI. I have worked for over five years as a substance use counselor, and can provide support for goals from harm reduction to abstinence.
Hi, I am Kathy. I work with a variety of clients who want to enrich their lives, reduce personal or relational distress and suffering, and increase their vitality in life. I treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, relational/developmental trauma, PTSD, and surgical trauma, including preparing for surgery. I work with adults (ages 18+) in individual sessions. I am an LGBTQ+ friendly therapist.
Hi, I am Kathy. I work with a variety of clients who want to enrich their lives, reduce personal or relational distress and suffering, and increase their vitality in life. I treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, relational/developmental trauma, PTSD, and surgical trauma, including preparing for surgery. I work with adults (ages 18+) in individual sessions. I am an LGBTQ+ friendly therapist.
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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.