Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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10 Endorsed

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

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Available both in-person and online

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

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At Forward Healing Therapy, we believe in empowering you to embrace a brighter, healthier future. Our dedicated team of therapists use evidenced-based, modern techniques such as EMDR, early childhood therapy, and art therapy to support individuals of all ages—from early childhood to adulthood.

Our approach is solution-focused and strengths-based approach, and we offer advanced modalities such as EMDR, Art Therapy, and Infant Mental Health Therapies that improve efficiency in attachment and trauma recovery.

Finding the right therapist is essential to beginning your healing journey. We offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure the best fit with our therapists. We look forward to meeting you!

Call or Email Forward Healing Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (262) 205-7849

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Forward Healing Therapy

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

(262) 205-7849

Website

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and Trauma and PTSD

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (262) 205-7849

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Forward Healing Therapy

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

(262) 205-7849

Website

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and Trauma and PTSD

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Victim's Compensation
Out of Network

I can help with reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. Please reach out with any questions, I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable. I also work with Crime Victim's Compensation, a program which offers free therapy for victims of crimes.

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Lilly Risch

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Wisconsin / 9771-123 Lilly Risch

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 17 years

Attended University of Denver, MSW, Child Welfare, Graduated 2009

Additional Credentials

License: Colorado LCSW CSW.09923275 / 2013

License: Minnesota LICSW 33128 / 2024

I am licensed in Colorado, Minnesota and Wisconsin. I am certified in EMDR, and currently a Consultant in Training.

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

I am licensed in Colorado, Minnesota and Wisconsin. I am certified in EMDR, and currently a Consultant in Training.

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Anxiety
Bisexual
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Teen Violence
Transgender

I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression and relationships. During our initial sessions, we will dive deeply into your symptoms and discuss the roots from a neurobiological and nervous system perspective. We will develop a treatment plan for EMDR and other skill-building techniques to help you heal the past, and move forward with a healthier future.

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

10 Endorsements

Megan Dinnebeil

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C

Lilly is a skilled and experienced social worker and therapist. She is engaging, supportive and genuine. I whole heartedly recommend her.

Susan Nolte

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Lilly is professional and ethical in her approach to therapy and is very insightful in her work with clients. She does a great job of building a strong alliance with her clients and creates a safe environment in which clients can do this important work.

Abby Simon

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Lilly gets results! She is an amazing blend of compassion and science based treatment, she will sit with you in the hard stuff while gently guiding you forward. She is relatable, kind, and deeply passionate and skilled at helping heal trauma.

Kate Sayers

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

Lilly brings her wealth of knowledge, trauma expertise, and affirmative therapy into each session. She is an skilled connector, attuned therapist, and powerful advocate. I highly recommend her for those seeking supervision or personal therapy!

Tracy Keller

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C

Lilly is so invested in her clients. She is super easy to talk to and so knowledgeable on trauma. Would definitely recommend!

Kristin Damato

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C

Lilly's presence and attunement, paired with her expert trauma knowledge makes her such a safe place for clients to heal trauma from the inside out. She is always learning and soaking up the latest science to hone her craft, and her passion is so evident.

Josie Beck

Counselor, LPC-IT, ATR-P

Lilly is such a kind, understanding, empathetic individual! Every time someone talks to her, you can tell that she is fully engaged in the conversation and invests her focus in each person she interacts with. She is an amazing clinician!

Carlie Deadman

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, MS, EMDR-AC

Lilly is not only an exceptional clinician, she is an on-going learner, EMDR guru, fearless leader and champion of mental health in the community. She is so easy to connect with and makes the people around her feel seen and valued. Highly recommend!

Dr. Jamie Camphouse

Psychologist, PsyD

Lilly has the most beautiful energy about her; she truly attunes to your unique needs while bringing comfort and safety. She is a gem of a colleague, friend, and trauma therapist. I would recommend to my closest friends and family.

Rachel Jones

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

Sharing clients with Lilly, I have seen firsthand the quality of her work. She's insightful, collaborative, and deeply caring with clients. She's the kind of therapist I trust to provide excellent, thoughtful care.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Art Therapy
Attachment-based
EMDR
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

We provide art therapy for people who want to explore a different method for healing from trauma, perinatal mental health concerns, and life transition stages. We also provide EMDR which is a highly-researched intervention for trauma recovery.

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (262) 205-7849

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Forward Healing Therapy

Wauwatosa, WI 53213

(262) 205-7849

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Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (262) 205-7849

Forward Healing Therapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (262) 205-7849

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