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Tiffany Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53208  (Online Only)
Hi. I'm so happy you stopped by. Are you in need of growth & strategy amidst life's challenges & transitions? I can provide guidance & tools for resilience as you navigate your unique journey toward learning, collectively with me and on your own. From the overstressed to the busy-minded child or late bloomer of life to the anxiety prone & isolated persons, or over worked parent or spouse, and the grieving friend- I am committed to fostering a safe space to aid your journey of healing and transformation to your awe-inspiring-self, through the integration of evidence-based fundamental concepts curated for your unique needs.
Hi. I'm so happy you stopped by. Are you in need of growth & strategy amidst life's challenges & transitions? I can provide guidance & tools for resilience as you navigate your unique journey toward learning, collectively with me and on your own. From the overstressed to the busy-minded child or late bloomer of life to the anxiety prone & isolated persons, or over worked parent or spouse, and the grieving friend- I am committed to fostering a safe space to aid your journey of healing and transformation to your awe-inspiring-self, through the integration of evidence-based fundamental concepts curated for your unique needs.
(414) 348-4561 View (414) 348-4561
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American Behavioral Clinics
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
(414) 420-1681 View (414) 420-1681
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Ryan Larkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
(262) 233-9635 View (262) 233-9635
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Angela L Zapata
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53225
We all have things we like in our lives and things we'd like to change for the better. This may mean improving relationships, a desire to improve mood, and/or addressing health issues or social issues impeding on one's ability to have the life they want. We are all doing the best we can, but often we want something more out of life, and we need some help to bring this to fruition. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to identify what is going well and what might need change. It can also facilitate new effective ways of being.
We all have things we like in our lives and things we'd like to change for the better. This may mean improving relationships, a desire to improve mood, and/or addressing health issues or social issues impeding on one's ability to have the life they want. We are all doing the best we can, but often we want something more out of life, and we need some help to bring this to fruition. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to identify what is going well and what might need change. It can also facilitate new effective ways of being.
(414) 441-5640 View (414) 441-5640
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Wild World Counseling and Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211  (Online Only)
I am Christine Pedretti, MSW,ACSW,LCSW and I have been in practice as a LCSW since 1993. I am a member of NASW and have my ACSW certification. I work with adults ages 25 +. I have a patient-centered approach based on affirming strengths. I strive to develop a working relationship based on trust, acceptance, kindness and encouragement to help you find the power already within yourself. I use a humanistic approach to help empower you to become the best version of yourself.
I am Christine Pedretti, MSW,ACSW,LCSW and I have been in practice as a LCSW since 1993. I am a member of NASW and have my ACSW certification. I work with adults ages 25 +. I have a patient-centered approach based on affirming strengths. I strive to develop a working relationship based on trust, acceptance, kindness and encouragement to help you find the power already within yourself. I use a humanistic approach to help empower you to become the best version of yourself.
(608) 292-3330 View (608) 292-3330
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Caroline Schmidt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53211
I’m Dr. Caroline Schmidt, a licensed psychologist and experienced psychotherapist. I help people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship problems.
I’m Dr. Caroline Schmidt, a licensed psychologist and experienced psychotherapist. I help people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship problems.
(262) 684-4285 View (262) 684-4285
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Laurie Lawrenz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LSW, CDVTS, CSOTS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I believe that there is something positive to find in all situations. Therapy should be a positive step to change in life and I believe all clients have the power of change within them. I will help you or your loved one to find that power within and make positive changes in your life. I am a Substance Abuse Professional and I am certified to perform DOT assessments for positive alcohol and drug tests. I provide counseling for any type of addiction (heroin, alcohol, sex, Internet) in a non-judgmental manner.
I believe that there is something positive to find in all situations. Therapy should be a positive step to change in life and I believe all clients have the power of change within them. I will help you or your loved one to find that power within and make positive changes in your life. I am a Substance Abuse Professional and I am certified to perform DOT assessments for positive alcohol and drug tests. I provide counseling for any type of addiction (heroin, alcohol, sex, Internet) in a non-judgmental manner.
(920) 482-6529 View (920) 482-6529
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Veronica Sosa Ms Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PPS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
Founder and CEO of LifeStriders. Clinical Supervisor for over 15 years, DEI certified. I am experienced in: Abuse & Trauma, Anger Management, ADD/ADHD, Children/Teen Issues,Career Counseling/Job Loss,Couples/Marriage & Relationship Enhancement,Depression, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Domestic Violence,Parenting & Constructive Discipline,Grief,Low Self Esteem,Parenting Children with Special Needs, Reactive Attachment Disorder/Adoption,School Issues/ Behavior Problems/ IEP's, Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, PTSD, Social Anxiety,Stress Management,Veterans Post-War Anxiety/Depression & Re-adjustment. DE&I certified
Founder and CEO of LifeStriders. Clinical Supervisor for over 15 years, DEI certified. I am experienced in: Abuse & Trauma, Anger Management, ADD/ADHD, Children/Teen Issues,Career Counseling/Job Loss,Couples/Marriage & Relationship Enhancement,Depression, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Domestic Violence,Parenting & Constructive Discipline,Grief,Low Self Esteem,Parenting Children with Special Needs, Reactive Attachment Disorder/Adoption,School Issues/ Behavior Problems/ IEP's, Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, PTSD, Social Anxiety,Stress Management,Veterans Post-War Anxiety/Depression & Re-adjustment. DE&I certified
(262) 563-2981 View (262) 563-2981
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Eric Jay Ehrke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Clients wanting to optimize their potential and willing to explore effective solutions from Western and Eastern wisdom traditions are my specialty. During my forty plus years working in psychiatric hospitals, leading residential treatment programs, teaching relationship courses for couples and presenting Mind, Body and Spirit healing seminars, helping others heal the core of their issue is my passion. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples from every orientation. Of course, the LBGT community is welcome. Respectful of every religious orientation, I love working with anyone wanting to unite their physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual aspects of their being.
Clients wanting to optimize their potential and willing to explore effective solutions from Western and Eastern wisdom traditions are my specialty. During my forty plus years working in psychiatric hospitals, leading residential treatment programs, teaching relationship courses for couples and presenting Mind, Body and Spirit healing seminars, helping others heal the core of their issue is my passion. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples from every orientation. Of course, the LBGT community is welcome. Respectful of every religious orientation, I love working with anyone wanting to unite their physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual aspects of their being.
(414) 316-6566 View (414) 316-6566
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Cedar Lake Counseling
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
FREE PHONE CONSULTATIONS WITH DR. BLOEMER* will help establish your appointment with a best-fit therapist among our twelve therapists, who possess up to 30 years of experience. Specializations include Advanced Therapies (Brain-based treatment) for complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional pain, addictions and more. As symptom relief is achieved as quickly as possible, we assist in helping you improve your significant relationships and support your efforts toward achieving holistic awareness, life balance, and meaningful, personal growth.
FREE PHONE CONSULTATIONS WITH DR. BLOEMER* will help establish your appointment with a best-fit therapist among our twelve therapists, who possess up to 30 years of experience. Specializations include Advanced Therapies (Brain-based treatment) for complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional pain, addictions and more. As symptom relief is achieved as quickly as possible, we assist in helping you improve your significant relationships and support your efforts toward achieving holistic awareness, life balance, and meaningful, personal growth.
(262) 947-4378 View (262) 947-4378
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Dan Buehler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Waitlist for new clients
Over the past ten years I have worked in the mental health field in a variety of capacities, including inpatient units, residential facilities, and day treatment settings. My experience and training with adolescents, adults, and families in these settings has given me a practical knowledge and understanding when working alongside my clients to facilitate change. A significant part of my experience has been working with adults and adolescents coping with past trauma to adjust and move past stuck points, decrease depression, and move forward on the life they want to live.
Over the past ten years I have worked in the mental health field in a variety of capacities, including inpatient units, residential facilities, and day treatment settings. My experience and training with adolescents, adults, and families in these settings has given me a practical knowledge and understanding when working alongside my clients to facilitate change. A significant part of my experience has been working with adults and adolescents coping with past trauma to adjust and move past stuck points, decrease depression, and move forward on the life they want to live.
(414) 509-0567 View (414) 509-0567
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Jessica Velazquez
MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Jessica is a warm, empathetic, and passionate counselor who works to support her clients as they take steps towards achieving their goals. She works to create a safe, collaborative, and warm space for all clients. Jessica works with her clients to identify their unique mental health goals and uses client’s strengths to create a plan to achieve those goals. Her priority is to make your time in therapy feel collaborative and client-driven. Jessica has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and in all stages of life.
Jessica is a warm, empathetic, and passionate counselor who works to support her clients as they take steps towards achieving their goals. She works to create a safe, collaborative, and warm space for all clients. Jessica works with her clients to identify their unique mental health goals and uses client’s strengths to create a plan to achieve those goals. Her priority is to make your time in therapy feel collaborative and client-driven. Jessica has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and in all stages of life.
(414) 626-7283 View (414) 626-7283
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Amber Greuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53204
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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Julia Crivello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211
I am a therapist focused in helping individuals with trauma, stress, relationship issues, abuse, negative self-talk/image, anxiety, depression, and more. I look at each client holistically by using my skills as a certified integrative therapist by focusing on the mind, physical body and overall spirit. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - life can be very challenging. Having an unbiased, safe, and compassionate space to build a therapeutic relationship and explore the past and find ways to gain control, relief, self-love and joy in life together are my goal as a therapist.
I am a therapist focused in helping individuals with trauma, stress, relationship issues, abuse, negative self-talk/image, anxiety, depression, and more. I look at each client holistically by using my skills as a certified integrative therapist by focusing on the mind, physical body and overall spirit. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - life can be very challenging. Having an unbiased, safe, and compassionate space to build a therapeutic relationship and explore the past and find ways to gain control, relief, self-love and joy in life together are my goal as a therapist.
(262) 228-5267 View (262) 228-5267
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Nancy M. Reyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
Sometimes the challenges are so great and the feelings are so overwhelming that it's hard to describe in full sentences. I have worked with so many people that start therapy unsure of what particular area they want to start working on first - the career, the relationship, the personal struggles, building self-confidence, the challenges of being a parent, working through racial adversities and so many more. I know they want to feel a sense of balance, contentment and control of their lives and I know the way to get there is to take that first step towards change.
Sometimes the challenges are so great and the feelings are so overwhelming that it's hard to describe in full sentences. I have worked with so many people that start therapy unsure of what particular area they want to start working on first - the career, the relationship, the personal struggles, building self-confidence, the challenges of being a parent, working through racial adversities and so many more. I know they want to feel a sense of balance, contentment and control of their lives and I know the way to get there is to take that first step towards change.
(516) 689-2504 View (516) 689-2504
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Sarah Cheney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We all want a life of peace and ease; however, normal life includes challenges and struggles with painful experiences. Fortunately, contemporary, science-based mental health interventions help people reduce suffering and live life with freedom and flexibility (and maybe some fun). I can help you identify personal values, develop unique strengths, build coping skills, and experiment with behavior changes. Our work together will help connect you with who and what you most care about and help you build a meaningful and active life.
We all want a life of peace and ease; however, normal life includes challenges and struggles with painful experiences. Fortunately, contemporary, science-based mental health interventions help people reduce suffering and live life with freedom and flexibility (and maybe some fun). I can help you identify personal values, develop unique strengths, build coping skills, and experiment with behavior changes. Our work together will help connect you with who and what you most care about and help you build a meaningful and active life.
(608) 420-6154 View (608) 420-6154
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Robin Block
MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53213
Robin believes people are hurting, are worthy of respect, and are doing their best to navigate life. She offers individual and group sessions which use an “all hands on deck” approach and focus on mindfulness, positive regard for self and others, value identification, boundary setting, honesty in recovery, and community building.
Robin believes people are hurting, are worthy of respect, and are doing their best to navigate life. She offers individual and group sessions which use an “all hands on deck” approach and focus on mindfulness, positive regard for self and others, value identification, boundary setting, honesty in recovery, and community building.
(414) 404-3970 View (414) 404-3970
Dr. Lauri C. Gebhard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53213
Are you stressed? Depressed? Anxious? Angry? Do you suffer from fatigue? Insomnia? Perfectionism? Low self esteem? Infertility? Weight Problems? Trauma? ADD? or Memory Problems? I can help. I am a clinical health psychologist with a specialty in behavioral medicine and am dedicated to empowering patients to positively heal their mind, body and spirit. With the specialty training I received in mind body medicine across the country, including through Harvard Medical School/Cambridge Hospital and University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center, I founded the Mind Body Program over 25 years ago. We employ innovative practices
Are you stressed? Depressed? Anxious? Angry? Do you suffer from fatigue? Insomnia? Perfectionism? Low self esteem? Infertility? Weight Problems? Trauma? ADD? or Memory Problems? I can help. I am a clinical health psychologist with a specialty in behavioral medicine and am dedicated to empowering patients to positively heal their mind, body and spirit. With the specialty training I received in mind body medicine across the country, including through Harvard Medical School/Cambridge Hospital and University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center, I founded the Mind Body Program over 25 years ago. We employ innovative practices
(262) 214-5777 View (262) 214-5777
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Mandi Degner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I am honored to be a person with whom friends, colleagues and clients have trusted to share their stories and trials and triumphs of life. I believe that our shared connections, compassion and authenticity are precious gifts to our health and wellness. The ups and downs of life often get in the way of becoming our best selves. I love working with clients who are struggling to find that voice of authenticity that’s been hidden by loneliness, comparing themselves to an impossible ideal, or even years of trauma and abuse. Together, we’ll work in collaboration, incorporating connection to mind and body to reclaim a sense of wholeness.
I am honored to be a person with whom friends, colleagues and clients have trusted to share their stories and trials and triumphs of life. I believe that our shared connections, compassion and authenticity are precious gifts to our health and wellness. The ups and downs of life often get in the way of becoming our best selves. I love working with clients who are struggling to find that voice of authenticity that’s been hidden by loneliness, comparing themselves to an impossible ideal, or even years of trauma and abuse. Together, we’ll work in collaboration, incorporating connection to mind and body to reclaim a sense of wholeness.
(262) 205-5868 View (262) 205-5868
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Meredith Stoner Heath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Meredith Stoner Heath (she/her), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Wisconsin and Illinois. It’s not easy to accept help or to open up to someone new. I believe when clients feel safe and accepted, they are able to make the most change, so I strive to provide an empathetic and compassionate environment that is free of judgement where clients can feel open to sharing their feelings and struggles. During our sessions, we will collaborate together to develop personalized goals that will help you to make the changes you want to see in your life and improve your overall health and well-being.
Welcome! I’m Meredith Stoner Heath (she/her), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Wisconsin and Illinois. It’s not easy to accept help or to open up to someone new. I believe when clients feel safe and accepted, they are able to make the most change, so I strive to provide an empathetic and compassionate environment that is free of judgement where clients can feel open to sharing their feelings and struggles. During our sessions, we will collaborate together to develop personalized goals that will help you to make the changes you want to see in your life and improve your overall health and well-being.
(262) 300-7548 View (262) 300-7548
Positive Psychology Therapists

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. 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 positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.