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Kelly Schinke
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913
Hello, are you looking for direction? I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and foster a sense of stability and personal meaning. My approach to therapy is collaborative, working together to provide you with support and tools for change. I advocate mindfulness based therapy; however, I use a variety of treatment modalities in my practice. Your phone calls and emails are welcome! Please visit my website at www.alternative-pathways.com for more information. Email: info@alternative-pathways.com. Phone: 920-213-8881.
Hello, are you looking for direction? I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and foster a sense of stability and personal meaning. My approach to therapy is collaborative, working together to provide you with support and tools for change. I advocate mindfulness based therapy; however, I use a variety of treatment modalities in my practice. Your phone calls and emails are welcome! Please visit my website at www.alternative-pathways.com for more information. Email: info@alternative-pathways.com. Phone: 920-213-8881.
(920) 482-6581 View (920) 482-6581
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Beth Specht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused therapy techniques to guide my practice.
Hello, and welcome! My name is Beth, and I am a mental health therapist with a certification in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with teens and adults who experience a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, and bipolar disorder, but my area of expertise is in perinatal mood disorders. I greatly enjoy walking alongside mothers as they transition throughout the many stages of motherhood. I also enjoy helping families navigate chronic medical conditions, specifically type I diabetes in the pediatric population.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused therapy techniques to guide my practice.
Hello, and welcome! My name is Beth, and I am a mental health therapist with a certification in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with teens and adults who experience a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, and bipolar disorder, but my area of expertise is in perinatal mood disorders. I greatly enjoy walking alongside mothers as they transition throughout the many stages of motherhood. I also enjoy helping families navigate chronic medical conditions, specifically type I diabetes in the pediatric population.
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Mark A Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
To assist in a wide range of challenges I incorporate trauma-informed and mindfulness practices.
I am welcoming new clients who are looking for help with life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences. I currently have the capacity to serve older teens and adults via telehealth using a wide range of evidenced-based techniques and approaches. Whether this is your first time in therapy or not I believe in equipping you with knowledge and tools to use throughout your life to overcome behavioral and emotional barriers. If you are unsure of your goals or ideal outcomes, we collaborate to outline what you hope to change, improve, and accomplish and use outcome metrics to measure progress.
To assist in a wide range of challenges I incorporate trauma-informed and mindfulness practices.
I am welcoming new clients who are looking for help with life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences. I currently have the capacity to serve older teens and adults via telehealth using a wide range of evidenced-based techniques and approaches. Whether this is your first time in therapy or not I believe in equipping you with knowledge and tools to use throughout your life to overcome behavioral and emotional barriers. If you are unsure of your goals or ideal outcomes, we collaborate to outline what you hope to change, improve, and accomplish and use outcome metrics to measure progress.
(920) 717-1401 View (920) 717-1401
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Abdulla Mogherbi, MSE, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911
I use therapeutic approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Management, Mindfulness, Mind-Body, Integrative and Holistic Therapies to help clients improve in their symptoms.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. Ages 6+ with issues include Anxiety, Panics, Depression, ADD/ADHD, ODD, Anger, Explosive Anger, OCD, Tics, Tourettes, Autism, sleep difficulties, pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, GI issues, IBS, Brain Gut, CVS, Hypertension. I work with clients according their individual and unique needs using the therapeutic approaches that fits those needs. I highly respect their values and beliefs. I teach and train them to learn good coping skills to manage and have control over their difficulties.
I use therapeutic approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Management, Mindfulness, Mind-Body, Integrative and Holistic Therapies to help clients improve in their symptoms.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. Ages 6+ with issues include Anxiety, Panics, Depression, ADD/ADHD, ODD, Anger, Explosive Anger, OCD, Tics, Tourettes, Autism, sleep difficulties, pain, Fibromyalgia, migraines, GI issues, IBS, Brain Gut, CVS, Hypertension. I work with clients according their individual and unique needs using the therapeutic approaches that fits those needs. I highly respect their values and beliefs. I teach and train them to learn good coping skills to manage and have control over their difficulties.
(920) 944-6097 View (920) 944-6097
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Lisa k Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSW
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911
I specialize in trauma focused therapies as well as mindfulness, and positive psychology .
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 specialize in trauma focused therapies as well as mindfulness, and positive psychology .
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.
(920) 482-4729 View (920) 482-4729
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Advanced Counseling & Consulting Services (ACCS)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54911
While combining such powerful tools as brainspotting, Heartmath biofeedback, and mindfulness based strategies.
Advanced Counseling and Consulting Services offers a very different experience to those seeking services. Through combining cutting edge therapies with an attuned therapist, ACCS seeks to provide a pathway that leads to long tern change. "I opened ACCS as I hadn't seen the kind and level of services being provided elsewhere in the Fox Valley" states Jeff Ryan, the owner.
While combining such powerful tools as brainspotting, Heartmath biofeedback, and mindfulness based strategies.
Advanced Counseling and Consulting Services offers a very different experience to those seeking services. Through combining cutting edge therapies with an attuned therapist, ACCS seeks to provide a pathway that leads to long tern change. "I opened ACCS as I hadn't seen the kind and level of services being provided elsewhere in the Fox Valley" states Jeff Ryan, the owner.
(920) 888-4071 View (920) 888-4071
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Maria T Barrera Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW, SAC-T, Spanish, EAP
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911
My focus is to help my clients work toward having balance in life through mindfulness and cognitive approaches that help in treating the mind, body, and spirit.
Every client has unique circumstances and issues that can be addressed during counseling through individualized treatment. My focus is to meet my clients' specific needs, through holistic and cognitive approaches during counseling. (Cada cliente tiene circunstancias y problemas únicos que pueden abordarse durante la consejería a través de un tratamiento individualizado. Mi enfoque es satisfacer las necesidades específicas de mis clientes, a través de enfoques holísticos y cognitivos durante la consejería).
My focus is to help my clients work toward having balance in life through mindfulness and cognitive approaches that help in treating the mind, body, and spirit.
Every client has unique circumstances and issues that can be addressed during counseling through individualized treatment. My focus is to meet my clients' specific needs, through holistic and cognitive approaches during counseling. (Cada cliente tiene circunstancias y problemas únicos que pueden abordarse durante la consejería a través de un tratamiento individualizado. Mi enfoque es satisfacer las necesidades específicas de mis clientes, a través de enfoques holísticos y cognitivos durante la consejería).
(920) 626-8690 View (920) 626-8690
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New Depth Counseling & Wellness Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
The treatment models I often use are brain-body based therapies like Brainspotting with somatic mindfulness approaches that supports the body's natural ability to heal.
My purpose is to teach, guide, and support all those seeking to live up to their highest potential. My intentions as a psychotherapist are to help you understand, release, and heal the parts of "self" that are felt to be out of balance, stuck, and/or wounded. We have the innate ability to heal ourselves from past stories that no longer serve us in the present. This profound healing can transform your life to have more meaning and purpose. My area of strengths include treating trauma, secondary trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, performance issues, mood disorders, and/or other behavioral health issues hindering your quality of life.
The treatment models I often use are brain-body based therapies like Brainspotting with somatic mindfulness approaches that supports the body's natural ability to heal.
My purpose is to teach, guide, and support all those seeking to live up to their highest potential. My intentions as a psychotherapist are to help you understand, release, and heal the parts of "self" that are felt to be out of balance, stuck, and/or wounded. We have the innate ability to heal ourselves from past stories that no longer serve us in the present. This profound healing can transform your life to have more meaning and purpose. My area of strengths include treating trauma, secondary trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, performance issues, mood disorders, and/or other behavioral health issues hindering your quality of life.
(920) 656-5622 View (920) 656-5622
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Amanda Line
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54911  (Online Only)
In my office you will find an approachable, down to earth and compassionate therapist experienced in using cognitive behavioral therapy, Mindfulness techniques, family systems, and more.
It's time to change but you’re not sure where to start. Dealing with the mood swings, sadness, and fear have become overwhelming but it’s hard to ask for help. Maybe you or someone in your family has experienced abuse or trauma and is scared or embarrassed to talk about it. It feels like you’ve tried everything to help yourself or teen and you’re worried the situation will get worse. The emotional roller coaster needs to stop but you don’t know where the controls are anymore. By reading this, you are already starting a path to change. There is no shame is asking for help.
In my office you will find an approachable, down to earth and compassionate therapist experienced in using cognitive behavioral therapy, Mindfulness techniques, family systems, and more.
It's time to change but you’re not sure where to start. Dealing with the mood swings, sadness, and fear have become overwhelming but it’s hard to ask for help. Maybe you or someone in your family has experienced abuse or trauma and is scared or embarrassed to talk about it. It feels like you’ve tried everything to help yourself or teen and you’re worried the situation will get worse. The emotional roller coaster needs to stop but you don’t know where the controls are anymore. By reading this, you are already starting a path to change. There is no shame is asking for help.
(920) 247-2528 View (920) 247-2528
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Amber Greuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54914
Waitlist for new clients
I practice a person-centered approach where I strive to treat all individuals with respect which promotes autonomy. I provide a respectful, accepting, and empathetic counseling perspective. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and I have a special interest with working within the framework of holistic wellness.
I practice a person-centered approach where I strive to treat all individuals with respect which promotes autonomy. I provide a respectful, accepting, and empathetic counseling perspective. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families and I have a special interest with working within the framework of holistic wellness.
(920) 781-3923 View (920) 781-3923
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Risa Lynn Janowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54911
If you are looking for someone who specializes in working with children and adolescents I have over 20 years of experience. Helping children and teens with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, relationship issues, ADHD, learning struggles, low self esteem, parent/child, teen conflict, and sexual identity are all areas I enjoy working with. I am one of the few qualified therapists who provide services for children age 3 and up.
If you are looking for someone who specializes in working with children and adolescents I have over 20 years of experience. Helping children and teens with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, family issues, relationship issues, ADHD, learning struggles, low self esteem, parent/child, teen conflict, and sexual identity are all areas I enjoy working with. I am one of the few qualified therapists who provide services for children age 3 and up.
(920) 657-5226 View (920) 657-5226
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Shifting Perspectives
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54914
Are you noticing life is difficult to cope with because of obstacles and/or stressors? Having trouble knowing/finding the person you want to be is a struggle for many of us. It can get in the way of how we want to present/ be recognized and live. If you or a loved one are struggling with difficulties no matter what stage of life you are or what circumstances you face; You don't have to, 'just deal with it alone,' there are caring professionals who can help us find a new normal. Have experience working with age ranges 7-60+ together we work to identify and find resolution to issues.
Are you noticing life is difficult to cope with because of obstacles and/or stressors? Having trouble knowing/finding the person you want to be is a struggle for many of us. It can get in the way of how we want to present/ be recognized and live. If you or a loved one are struggling with difficulties no matter what stage of life you are or what circumstances you face; You don't have to, 'just deal with it alone,' there are caring professionals who can help us find a new normal. Have experience working with age ranges 7-60+ together we work to identify and find resolution to issues.
(920) 782-7616 View (920) 782-7616
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Kerrin Sendrowitz O'Connor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54914  (Online Only)
A few years ago, I moved from upstate New York to Appleton, Wisconsin. I'm loving life in the Midwest! I am happy to be licensed in both Wisconsin and New York. At this time, I am ONLY seeing clients virtually using a HIPAA-compliant app called Spruce for video-based telehealth sessions. As of January 2023, I’ve recently had a few client spaces open up. These openings are mostly during the work week hours, but I’d love to see if we’re a fit. I’m not accepting insurance directly, but many of my clients are able to receive reimbursement by submitting my superbill to their insurance.
A few years ago, I moved from upstate New York to Appleton, Wisconsin. I'm loving life in the Midwest! I am happy to be licensed in both Wisconsin and New York. At this time, I am ONLY seeing clients virtually using a HIPAA-compliant app called Spruce for video-based telehealth sessions. As of January 2023, I’ve recently had a few client spaces open up. These openings are mostly during the work week hours, but I’d love to see if we’re a fit. I’m not accepting insurance directly, but many of my clients are able to receive reimbursement by submitting my superbill to their insurance.
(920) 383-3498 View (920) 383-3498
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Sandra Lee Mittelsteadt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE , LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
I am compassionate, understanding, and supportive. I care deeply about others and the struggles life brings. I believe every person has the ability to make positive changes in their life. I provide effective counseling to families, couples, and individuals that will encourage life changes in many ways.
I am compassionate, understanding, and supportive. I care deeply about others and the struggles life brings. I believe every person has the ability to make positive changes in their life. I provide effective counseling to families, couples, and individuals that will encourage life changes in many ways.
(920) 212-4435 View (920) 212-4435
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Katie Huskey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54911
I believe balance, healing, and growth is possible and I'd like to help you on your journey to discover those things. My job as the therapist is to be a guide of sorts but YOU are in the driver seat. It isn't always easy reaching out for help, but I'm glad you're here doing just that. My passion is working with individuals who have survived traumas in their lives. I hope to help you gain a better connection to the skills and strength you inherently have while developing resiliency. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with the Bi-POC, LGBTQIA, and other underserved populations.
I believe balance, healing, and growth is possible and I'd like to help you on your journey to discover those things. My job as the therapist is to be a guide of sorts but YOU are in the driver seat. It isn't always easy reaching out for help, but I'm glad you're here doing just that. My passion is working with individuals who have survived traumas in their lives. I hope to help you gain a better connection to the skills and strength you inherently have while developing resiliency. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with the Bi-POC, LGBTQIA, and other underserved populations.
(920) 944-6271 View (920) 944-6271
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Traci Lynn Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54914
I enjoy helping clients to find the insight into their own issues. I like to help provide guidance for clients to make effective changes outside of the office. I use an eclectic mix of therapies, along with humor, to help build rapport and provide that insight that promotes change. At times looking into the past can provide answers to the issues a client is having today.
I enjoy helping clients to find the insight into their own issues. I like to help provide guidance for clients to make effective changes outside of the office. I use an eclectic mix of therapies, along with humor, to help build rapport and provide that insight that promotes change. At times looking into the past can provide answers to the issues a client is having today.
(920) 375-5274 View (920) 375-5274
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Cathy Morrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
Waitlist for new clients
You're already half way there, don't give up! If you're reading these profiles you have decided it is time to make some changes in your life and that it may be easier with some help. That is amazing and took so much courage and I hope you're proud of yourself. It would be my honor to help you make those changes, whatever they may be. I strongly believe that you are the expert on your own life and I am just here to assist your growth and improvement. I take a very client centered and down to earth approach. Asking for help is already hard enough, I want you to feel at home and comfortable doing the work. If you're ready, let me help.
You're already half way there, don't give up! If you're reading these profiles you have decided it is time to make some changes in your life and that it may be easier with some help. That is amazing and took so much courage and I hope you're proud of yourself. It would be my honor to help you make those changes, whatever they may be. I strongly believe that you are the expert on your own life and I am just here to assist your growth and improvement. I take a very client centered and down to earth approach. Asking for help is already hard enough, I want you to feel at home and comfortable doing the work. If you're ready, let me help.
(920) 228-8989 View (920) 228-8989
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Amanda Swaw-Wyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it is assisting parents find time for self-care or helping emotionally sensitive individuals understand and honor their emotions, I offer a validating, humorous and often frank approach to help my clients navigate obstacles on their personal journeys.
Whether it is assisting parents find time for self-care or helping emotionally sensitive individuals understand and honor their emotions, I offer a validating, humorous and often frank approach to help my clients navigate obstacles on their personal journeys.
(920) 259-2462 View (920) 259-2462
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Kathleen Virginia Mueske
Counselor, MSE, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913
I believe that HOPE is the true essence of an enriched life and as a professional counselor I work to restore hope and resiliency in a compassionate, safe and healing space. I seek to alleviate emotional, psychological pain with trauma informed care. My goal is to help you see your worth and believe that you can have the life you want. Let me help you experience peace, healing and joy. I believe every person has a story and that every human being deserves respect and dignity no matter the circumstances. Your story matters! I am trustworthy and work with clients from diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ & neurodivergent folks.
I believe that HOPE is the true essence of an enriched life and as a professional counselor I work to restore hope and resiliency in a compassionate, safe and healing space. I seek to alleviate emotional, psychological pain with trauma informed care. My goal is to help you see your worth and believe that you can have the life you want. Let me help you experience peace, healing and joy. I believe every person has a story and that every human being deserves respect and dignity no matter the circumstances. Your story matters! I am trustworthy and work with clients from diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ & neurodivergent folks.
(920) 473-4012 View (920) 473-4012
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Caitlin Carmody
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54911  (Online Only)
Welcome to a safe space for healing and growth! As a compassionate therapist dedicated to fostering empowerment and resilience, I specialize in working with women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those navigating the complexities of trauma. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their unique journeys toward healing.
Welcome to a safe space for healing and growth! As a compassionate therapist dedicated to fostering empowerment and resilience, I specialize in working with women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those navigating the complexities of trauma. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their unique journeys toward healing.
(920) 264-0338 View (920) 264-0338
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.