The Growing Chapter,
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
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My clients are individuals navigating life's challenges and transitions while managing the emotional demands of work, school, relationships, family responsibilities, or personal growth. You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, burnout, or uncertainty about the future. Perhaps you're carrying the weight of caring for others while struggling to care for yourself, or you're finding it difficult to break free from patterns that no longer serve you. I work with people who are seeking greater understanding, healing, and balance in their lives, and wish to explore their life's next chapter.
As a counselor, I draw on a person-centered and narrative approach where individuals can reframe their stories and view themselves through a lens of strength rather than limitation. Grounded in trauma-informed care, my work emphasizes safety, trust, and empowerment, ensuring that each client feels supported as they explore their inner selves.
My counseling approach is rooted in the belief that every person has unique strengths and the capacity for growth. I am especially passionate about working with those in the education field - helping students, educators, and families find balance, clarity, and empowerment in their personal and professional journeys.
Call or Email The Growing Chapter, LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (414) 895-5604
Let's Connect (414) 895-5604
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $90
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle The Growing Chapter, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (414) 895-5604
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Wisconsin / 8684226 Supervised by Dr. Claire Whetter (Wisconsin / 8445125) Mary Elizabeth MacCudden
- In Practice for 1 year
- Attended Mount Mary University, MS: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2025
- Degree/Diploma from University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Bachelor of Science: Secondary English Education / 2016
- Degree/Diploma from Mount Mary University Post-Master's Certification: School Counseling / 2025
Counselor: Mary Elizabeth MacCudden
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
The Growing Chapter, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (414) 895-5604
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Educator Stress and Burnout
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Men's Issues
- Multicultural Awareness/Identity
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
The Growing Chapter, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (414) 895-5604
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Coaching
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
The Growing Chapter, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (414) 895-5604