Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

I am a psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing a variety of concerns including, but not limited to, acute and complex trauma, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, coping with chronic and terminal illness, and intimacy, identity, and sexuality. I also have an interest in working with folks in the medical and mental health fields, including doctors, residents, students, and therapists/counselors. Our time together will allow you to know yourself better and lead to change, whether you are seeking immediate symptom relief or longer-term transformation.

Being trained in integrative systemic therapy, I believe that each client is a conglomeration of their human experiences and the various systems and and organizations that impact them. With this belief, I provide therapy to individuals, families and couples. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience where we work as a team to guide you through your current situation. As a Marriage and Family therapist, I am dedicated to the mission of anti-racism, gender affirmation, and curiosity. Bringing my own authenticity into the space will hopefully provide comfort and safety so real work can be done.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

I specialize in providing therapy to men for a variety of issues. This includes all men, straight or gay. Relationship issues, anxiety & mood issues, and chronic illnesses are common problems in my practice. This can also include rebuilding after a painful divorce process. Having good relationship skills whether at home or work is an increasingly important skill to have in order to function well.

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.

Our worldviews are made up of stories: about ourselves, others, the ways we engage with people, and the ways we move through the world. I'm fascinated by the mutual influence of individual perspective and shared experience, as well as the ways societal norms both limit and support individuals and relationships. How are you influencing and being influenced by others? What aspects of your story do you wish were different? How do you want to be known, and move through the world? "I don't know" is a perfectly acceptable answer! Let's explore and see what we discover.

“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 clinical psychologist licensed for independent practice in the State of Wisconsin. My office is conveniently located in Downtown Milwaukee, and I work primarily with adult individuals who are interested in psychotherapy. I also have affiliations with nurse practitioners within our clinic for those who may be interested in medication as a treatment option to supplement their therapy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

I'm Amanda and I'm excited to meet you! I provide Queer and Neurodivergent affirming and informed therapy. I'm a good fit for people struggling with life transitions, coming out, platonic/romantic/sexual relationships, sex, sexuality, self-advocacy, ADHD and anxiety. My passion is working with the queer community and neurodivergent people. I also find joy in working with couples and relationships of all structures, including ethical non-monogamy and polyamory. Those looking for relationship counseling should seek me as an added layer of support in building communication, empathetic conflict management, and authentic connections.

Does being in love mean being in pain? Are you and your significant other having a hard time communicating or getting your needs met? Are you confused, anxious, sad or angry? Are you feeling less motivated? Having difficulty concentrating or sleeping? Do you feel distracted and find it hard to follow through? Are you questioning your goals or feel stuck? Are you questioning your family of origin and feel you have issues from the past that are unresolved? Are you grieving the loss of someone? Do you worry about yourself or your significant other and their bad habits? Are you a survivor?