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Paul M Smerz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217
I work with adults and adolescents presenting with a variety of mental health and relationship issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, health problems, and other crises that may accompany life.
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 work with adults and adolescents presenting with a variety of mental health and relationship issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, health problems, and other crises that may accompany life.
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.
(414) 905-3081 x470 View (414) 905-3081 x470
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Joanne Damico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53220  (Online Only)
Joanne is dually licensed in the state of Wisconsin as a Clinical Social Worker and as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Her practice is limited to adults. She focuses on helping clients develop healthy relationships – within themselves, with partners, peers and family, and with the community at large. She has over thirty five years in clinical practice, and she specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, and marital/relationship issues.
Joanne is dually licensed in the state of Wisconsin as a Clinical Social Worker and as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Her practice is limited to adults. She focuses on helping clients develop healthy relationships – within themselves, with partners, peers and family, and with the community at large. She has over thirty five years in clinical practice, and she specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, and marital/relationship issues.
(414) 441-5431 View (414) 441-5431
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Joel Winston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53220
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
(262) 233-9496 View (262) 233-9496
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Jeffrey Nerone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Sessions may address needs related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men’s issues, intimacy, effective communication, self-esteem/self-worth.
Jeff Nerone, MA, LPC Counseling Philosophy: Jeff’s approach to counseling centers on guiding clients to a deeper understanding of self by helping them identify and navigate barriers to healing. Jeff provides a safe, supportive, environment in which clients engage in the work of building self-trust, purpose, and a renewed sense of empowerment over their life choices. Educational Background: After graduating cum laude from Marquette University with a double major in Psychology and Professional Communications, Jeff earned his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology through Cardinal Stritch University.
Sessions may address needs related to anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men’s issues, intimacy, effective communication, self-esteem/self-worth.
Jeff Nerone, MA, LPC Counseling Philosophy: Jeff’s approach to counseling centers on guiding clients to a deeper understanding of self by helping them identify and navigate barriers to healing. Jeff provides a safe, supportive, environment in which clients engage in the work of building self-trust, purpose, and a renewed sense of empowerment over their life choices. Educational Background: After graduating cum laude from Marquette University with a double major in Psychology and Professional Communications, Jeff earned his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology through Cardinal Stritch University.
(414) 888-4020 View (414) 888-4020
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Be Well Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53212
I've specialized in relationship and parenting issues, particularly inter-racial relationship issues; alcohol/drug abuse, codependency, adult children of alcoholics, and family of origin issues.
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?
I've specialized in relationship and parenting issues, particularly inter-racial relationship issues; alcohol/drug abuse, codependency, adult children of alcoholics, and family of origin issues.
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?
(414) 501-2664 View (414) 501-2664
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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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Christine Wielgos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207  (Online Only)
My approach is non-judgmental, client-centered, and strength-based to create a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship that empowers the client to make positive changes and promotes self-awareness and insight.
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the Mequon/Milwaukee area. However, I can meet with anyone who lives in Wisconsin via teletherapy. I also have an active LCSW license in IL and TX as well. I specialize in working with pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults struggling with anxiety symptoms, self-confidence, or relationship/peer concerns. I also work with adults of all ages who seek guidance with personal growth. I'd be more than happy to answer any questions about the therapy process through email, or I offer a free 20 min phone consultation.
My approach is non-judgmental, client-centered, and strength-based to create a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship that empowers the client to make positive changes and promotes self-awareness and insight.
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the Mequon/Milwaukee area. However, I can meet with anyone who lives in Wisconsin via teletherapy. I also have an active LCSW license in IL and TX as well. I specialize in working with pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults struggling with anxiety symptoms, self-confidence, or relationship/peer concerns. I also work with adults of all ages who seek guidance with personal growth. I'd be more than happy to answer any questions about the therapy process through email, or I offer a free 20 min phone consultation.
(262) 218-3459 View (262) 218-3459
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Kathleen V. Phillipson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Kathleen V. Phillipson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2008. Kathleen draws from personal life experience which helps her to empathize as she works together with client to handle life stressors such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and relationship difficulties. Kathleen has a special interest in attachment and how early childhood experiences affect later life functioning and the ability to maintain healthy relationships.
Kathleen V. Phillipson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2008. Kathleen draws from personal life experience which helps her to empathize as she works together with client to handle life stressors such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and relationship difficulties. Kathleen has a special interest in attachment and how early childhood experiences affect later life functioning and the ability to maintain healthy relationships.
(414) 485-9450 View (414) 485-9450
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Maria Erdmann-Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Dr. Maria Erdmann Rodriguez is a psychotherapist of over 20 years experience. A specialist in treating mood-regulation disorders, Dr. Rodriguez has special interest and expertise in the psychological care of patients with chronic pain and other medical conditions. As a chronic pain sufferer herself, Dr. Rodriguez has personal insight into the unique needs and challenges facing those with invisible and chronic medical illness. Additional interests include the treatment of relationship issues, mood and anxiety related to the perinatal period, trauma, life-transition challenges, and grief .
Dr. Maria Erdmann Rodriguez is a psychotherapist of over 20 years experience. A specialist in treating mood-regulation disorders, Dr. Rodriguez has special interest and expertise in the psychological care of patients with chronic pain and other medical conditions. As a chronic pain sufferer herself, Dr. Rodriguez has personal insight into the unique needs and challenges facing those with invisible and chronic medical illness. Additional interests include the treatment of relationship issues, mood and anxiety related to the perinatal period, trauma, life-transition challenges, and grief .
(262) 588-4063 View (262) 588-4063
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Judy Lauwasser-Bruett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
I have 30 years experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in couples work especially those struggling with the betrayal and hurt after any affair. I can help you build a new and stronger marriage than you ever had . I also work with couples communication i issues. I believe two good people get stuck in bad patterns and I can help you identify those patterns and help you learn new patterns and skills to create a more connected and intimate relationship.
I have 30 years experience working with individuals and couples. I specialize in couples work especially those struggling with the betrayal and hurt after any affair. I can help you build a new and stronger marriage than you ever had . I also work with couples communication i issues. I believe two good people get stuck in bad patterns and I can help you identify those patterns and help you learn new patterns and skills to create a more connected and intimate relationship.
(262) 588-4298 View (262) 588-4298
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Sohail M Majeed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53221
Is your anger getting in your way? Do you miss the closeness you once had with your partner? Are you afraid that the divorce may be on the horizon? Are your children struggling in school? Are you feeling sad? Is your child ignoring you ? Are you worried? Is life over whelming you? ***** If the answer is YES, I CAN HELP YOU REGAIN THE CONTROL YOU ONCE HAD OVER YOUR LIFE. ***** Please visit my website relationship-counseling-milwaukee.com
Is your anger getting in your way? Do you miss the closeness you once had with your partner? Are you afraid that the divorce may be on the horizon? Are your children struggling in school? Are you feeling sad? Is your child ignoring you ? Are you worried? Is life over whelming you? ***** If the answer is YES, I CAN HELP YOU REGAIN THE CONTROL YOU ONCE HAD OVER YOUR LIFE. ***** Please visit my website relationship-counseling-milwaukee.com
(414) 436-2544 View (414) 436-2544
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Reggie Thirus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Reggie Thirus is a licensed professional counselor who graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee in 2016. Reggie has been counseling for 6 years. Reggie works with adults, individuals and couples. Reggie has experience working with mood issues, LGBT issues, relationship issues, trauma issues and parenting issues. Reggie works with clients to help them change their negative thought and behavior patterns, helps them to recognize and understand more about their feelings and helps clients develop a more authentic self. Reggie enjoys exercise, listening to good music and getting outdoors to spend time in the sun.
Reggie Thirus is a licensed professional counselor who graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee in 2016. Reggie has been counseling for 6 years. Reggie works with adults, individuals and couples. Reggie has experience working with mood issues, LGBT issues, relationship issues, trauma issues and parenting issues. Reggie works with clients to help them change their negative thought and behavior patterns, helps them to recognize and understand more about their feelings and helps clients develop a more authentic self. Reggie enjoys exercise, listening to good music and getting outdoors to spend time in the sun.
(262) 686-4753 View (262) 686-4753
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Stacey Sievert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works collaboratively with clients, empowering individuals and families to gain a higher quality of life by finding their own path and re-establishing their sense of purpose. I bring 12 years of therapeutic experience to clients expressing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger management issues and loss of identity concerns. Through my practice, I help individuals, couples and reduce conflict, improve communication, identify and express their feelings and improve their quality of life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works collaboratively with clients, empowering individuals and families to gain a higher quality of life by finding their own path and re-establishing their sense of purpose. I bring 12 years of therapeutic experience to clients expressing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, anger management issues and loss of identity concerns. Through my practice, I help individuals, couples and reduce conflict, improve communication, identify and express their feelings and improve their quality of life.
(414) 441-5514 View (414) 441-5514
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Amber Hearing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Amber is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience successfully guiding clients toward healing trauma, emotional pain, and relationship concerns. She provides compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, substance issues, trauma, personality disorders, relationship problems, and chronic mental health challenges. Amber's gentle and direct approach begins with understanding client's whole self, the context of the current problems and then helping clients make desired changes toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
Amber is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience successfully guiding clients toward healing trauma, emotional pain, and relationship concerns. She provides compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, substance issues, trauma, personality disorders, relationship problems, and chronic mental health challenges. Amber's gentle and direct approach begins with understanding client's whole self, the context of the current problems and then helping clients make desired changes toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
(262) 588-4005 View (262) 588-4005
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Janice Bourke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Jan is a licensed psychotherapist who has been practicing in the Milwaukee area for over 25 years in both in-patient and outpatient settings. While working with some adolescents, she primarily sees adults experiencing such difficulties as depression, anxiety, addictions, co-dependency, verbal abuse, grief and workplace stresses. She deals with relationship issues both with individuals and couples. A specialty area of Jan's is integrating spirituality into treatment to promote well-being and help alleviate symptoms.
Jan is a licensed psychotherapist who has been practicing in the Milwaukee area for over 25 years in both in-patient and outpatient settings. While working with some adolescents, she primarily sees adults experiencing such difficulties as depression, anxiety, addictions, co-dependency, verbal abuse, grief and workplace stresses. She deals with relationship issues both with individuals and couples. A specialty area of Jan's is integrating spirituality into treatment to promote well-being and help alleviate symptoms.
(414) 441-6639 View (414) 441-6639
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James Lipusch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
James has a Masters(MSW), and PhD in Clinical Social Work. Post Doctoral Certificate of Psychoanalysis and Certificate Corporate Counseling and Consulting. Education aside, James has a down to earth clinical approach designed to meet the wants and needs of each patient. Relationships are an important focus; including the relationship one has with oneself. Dr. Lipusch prefers that treatment goals include having fun with life.
James has a Masters(MSW), and PhD in Clinical Social Work. Post Doctoral Certificate of Psychoanalysis and Certificate Corporate Counseling and Consulting. Education aside, James has a down to earth clinical approach designed to meet the wants and needs of each patient. Relationships are an important focus; including the relationship one has with oneself. Dr. Lipusch prefers that treatment goals include having fun with life.
(262) 588-4281 View (262) 588-4281
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Melanie Wasserman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Melanie's areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Divorce and separation, parenting challenges, grief and loss issues, adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Melanie Wasserman provides psychotherapy to individuals 17 and older. She received her Master in Social Work degree from UW - Milwaukee, where her training focused on mental health, trauma counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Melanie has practiced psychotherapy since 1999 and her therapeutic approach to treatment includes Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotional Focused and Insight Oriented Therapy. Additionally, Melanie is skilled in group therapy and facilitating psycho-educational and bereavement groups.
Melanie's areas of expertise include but are not limited to: Divorce and separation, parenting challenges, grief and loss issues, adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Melanie Wasserman provides psychotherapy to individuals 17 and older. She received her Master in Social Work degree from UW - Milwaukee, where her training focused on mental health, trauma counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Melanie has practiced psychotherapy since 1999 and her therapeutic approach to treatment includes Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotional Focused and Insight Oriented Therapy. Additionally, Melanie is skilled in group therapy and facilitating psycho-educational and bereavement groups.
(414) 404-7967 View (414) 404-7967
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Christine Wielgos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217  (Online Only)
Christine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals of all ages, including children. Christine specializes in treating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss, substance dependence, self-esteem concerns, LGBTQ+, family/relationship conflict, and parenting. Her approach is non-judgmental, client-centered, and strengths-based to create a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship that empowers the client to make positive, long-term changes and promotes healthy personal growth.
Christine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides psychotherapy to individuals of all ages, including children. Christine specializes in treating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss, substance dependence, self-esteem concerns, LGBTQ+, family/relationship conflict, and parenting. Her approach is non-judgmental, client-centered, and strengths-based to create a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship that empowers the client to make positive, long-term changes and promotes healthy personal growth.
(262) 588-4120 View (262) 588-4120
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Gina Yauck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209
Gina Yauck is a Master's prepared Psychotherapist who received her degree from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a relationship therapist who works with adults, couples and families. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and self esteem issues. Gina enjoys working with women's issues throughout the lifespan including career counseling, dating and marriage, parenting, menopause and retirement.
Gina Yauck is a Master's prepared Psychotherapist who received her degree from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a relationship therapist who works with adults, couples and families. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief and self esteem issues. Gina enjoys working with women's issues throughout the lifespan including career counseling, dating and marriage, parenting, menopause and retirement.
(414) 348-5626 View (414) 348-5626
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Brian Martinezdelacotera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including substance dependence, anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including substance dependence, anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
(262) 217-7898 View (262) 217-7898
Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.