Relationship Issues Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

“We are all born so beautiful The greatest tragedy is being convinced we are not” - Rupi Kaur I specialize in working with individuals and couples looking to reconnect with your unique beauty. Find your voice. Gain understanding and compassion. Create changes to embrace who you are at your core; individually and as a couple. Disconnection can look different in all of us. It can look like apathy, feeling hopeless, increased conflict with loved ones, and loss of your voice.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to building genuine rapport with my clients, thus holding space for healing emotional experiences. I believe that we all at times struggle with relationship issues, self-doubt, grief, and excessive worry – and that navigating and overcoming these are a crucial and beautiful part of this life experience (albeit scary and unpleasant at times!) I am honored to partner with you on this journey.

We all have moments in life when we need a little extra support, care, and connection. I provide a space where people can feel safe to enter and unpack their innermost thoughts and experiences. I strive to learn about each client, their backgrounds, personality structures, and where they want to be. In my practice, I lead with curiosity to better understand the world dynamics that shape us, and help guide my clients through the process that will lead to lasting change.

Whether you are beginning your therapy journey, or looking to continue care, diving into therapy can be challenging and uncertain. So, I’m glad you’re here. I am a person-centered therapist who believes everyone has the power to create change and foster wellness in their lives.

I work primarily with couples and individuals experiencing relationship distress, mood disturbances and adjustment problems. Some of the outcomes that my clients typically seek are improved means of managing conflict, increase in positive emotional experiences , and ways to interact and relate more meaningfully. I focus on helping my clients gain deeper insights, identify and utilize their strengths and acknowledge and understand their emotional experiences.

I work with adults 25+ in WI and IL. My clients are those who want to do deeper therapeutic work, explore personal growth, and traverse challenging relationship dynamics (familial, romantic, or otherwise). I treat clients experiencing mood disorders, identity issues, personality disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and those dealing with sexual, relationship, and intimacy problems. Often, a crisis or a crossroads brings folks to therapy and the treatment process allows them to make life-long improvements to the quality of their lives.

Therapy provides us the opportunity for greater self-discovery and deepened self-understanding. The person I enjoy working with is someone who is genuinely curious about what makes them tick, why they make choices that sink their dreams or sabotage the relationships important to them; but who are also wanting to know their strengths and talents so they can embrace and use them more effectively.

I help queer and gender nonconforming partners feel more secure, intimate and connected. Whether you're struggling with communication, intimacy, or conflict, I can help you transform negative patterns, cultivate emotional safety, and foster a sense of belonging with each other. By emphasizing emotional presence, responsiveness, and engagement, I guide partners through the process of de-escalating conflict and creating a more secure attachment. This approach not only improves communication but also fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of each other's needs and vulnerabilities.

Do you struggle with anxiety, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or grief that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by just getting through the day? Do you wonder if your emotions could be managed better? Now more than ever people are feeling stressed about finding balance and establishing meaningful and healthy relationships.

Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.

I am a firm believer in the power of the stories that we tell about ourselves and our experiences. Sometimes experiences like changes in relationship status, career changes, new education experiences, or entering a new phase of life can cause us to buy into a negative story narrated by our inner critic, leading to symptoms like racing thoughts, low energy, decreased feelings of self-worth, etc.. In sessions we will examine how past, present, and ongoing experiences shape your current story and identity. Together we will work to create a new story that includes your identified values, strengths, life goals, and accomplishments.

I help healthcare professionals and their spouses fall in love again one conversation at a time. Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare & medical professionals have some of the most stressful and time consuming jobs on the planet. Often there's little left for romance at the end of the day. As the husband of a night shift nurse, I can tell you even the strongest relationships need regular maintenance. Whether you're drifting apart, feel like roommates, or get stuck in the same fights over and over, I can help you improve communication, deepen intimacy, and resolve conflict. Text or email me to set up a free consultation call.

Do you find yourself anxious and worried no matter what you do? Challenges connecting in relationships? Getting stuck in negative thoughts about yourself? Feeling like your grief and pain might consume you? You may be at your limit with how anxiety, relationships, self esteem or grief are negatively impacting your life and maybe you feel powerless to change it. You might not remember a time when things felt better. One thing is for sure: you are ready for some relief. You are ready to not feel anxious all the time, to have connected relationships, feel positive about yourself and honor your grief in healthy ways.

As a clinical psychologist I strive to provide a transformative experience that not only resolves the symptoms and issues that brought you to treatment, but also develops deeper insight and awareness that promotes lasting change. I work to collaborate with you to develop a plan for continued growth that reflects your life-long plans, goals, and unmet needs. To that end, I strive to facilitate an experience for you of change in those aspects of your life that are most meaningful to you, including your inner world, relationships, spiritual beliefs, work life and world views.

I am experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples address challenges, enrich relationships and achieve deep insights into their personality and their emotions. My clients find that I offer a pragmatic, intelligent and empathetic response to their concerns. I focus on the immediate challenges that my clients are facing, while helping them to see themselves and their relationships in deeper way.

The therapeutic relationship can be a very important one and, like any other healthy relationship, it is based on mutual respect, trust and commitment. I approach our work together with a nonjudgmental stance. I will meet you wherever you are in your life's journey and honor your unique strengths. I support clients in creating their most fulfilling lives, in line with their values and goals. I incorporate mindfulness into a collaborative and client-centered process and employ an honest, direct communication style combined with warmth, compassion, and humor. I strive for a balance of embracing both change and acceptance.

Do you struggle to prioritize yourself? Are you tired of being at the bottom of your own list of people to take care of? Maybe you're always looking toward the next goal to help you feel at peace, but it never quite does. You've worked hard to get to where you are, only to feel confused because your success and putting others first hasn't made you feel content. You're struggling with your relationships, anxiety, and overall you're feeling dissatisfied with your life. This can be frustrating, but things can get better.

I work with individuals and couples looking to improve the quality of their relationships and work through emotional and behavioral difficulties. I am also interested in helping men and women navigate the challenges that come with the end of a relationship. Other groups I like to work with include individuals in stressful life stages and clients struggling with substance use issues, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I’m particularly drawn to young adults and adults in my practice. As a therapist, I will challenge and encourage you to make necessary changes.

Has your relationship been shaken by an affair? Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, confused? Do you worry and wonder if you and your relationship can survive the overwhelming sense of betrayal? An affair rocks the foundation of a relationship. No one thinks it can happen to them or that they can survive the intense emotions of infidelity.