Therapists in Dane County, WI
Jennifer Reckner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53719 (Online Only)
As someone who used to be a nurse, I have a special interest in other healthcare professionals and burnout/moral injury, vicarious trauma, and COVID-19 related stressors. I also work with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives, anxiety, depression, substance use, or disordered eating. I believe in a collaborative, integrative, and holistic approach to support and encourage recovery goals. I strive to help others overcome obstacles through mental health education, psychotherapy, community advocacy, and self-empowerment.
As someone who used to be a nurse, I have a special interest in other healthcare professionals and burnout/moral injury, vicarious trauma, and COVID-19 related stressors. I also work with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives, anxiety, depression, substance use, or disordered eating. I believe in a collaborative, integrative, and holistic approach to support and encourage recovery goals. I strive to help others overcome obstacles through mental health education, psychotherapy, community advocacy, and self-empowerment.
Allison Bender
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53704
Waitlist for new clients
You and your partner are struggling to communicate. The emotional intimacy has lost its spark and physical connection is fading. We aren't connecting and the stress is high. You want to heal together instead of growing apart. You want to be a better partner! You need to shake up how you talk to each other in order to make this to work; there is so much at stake to maintain the relationship you've built. There is so much you want to share with your partner, and you need help learning how to engage again. You can learn how to be vulnerable with one another by increasing your communication skills and learning how to listen again.
You and your partner are struggling to communicate. The emotional intimacy has lost its spark and physical connection is fading. We aren't connecting and the stress is high. You want to heal together instead of growing apart. You want to be a better partner! You need to shake up how you talk to each other in order to make this to work; there is so much at stake to maintain the relationship you've built. There is so much you want to share with your partner, and you need help learning how to engage again. You can learn how to be vulnerable with one another by increasing your communication skills and learning how to listen again.
Online Therapists
Patrick Edmond Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Brookfield, WI 53005 (Online Only)
Clinical Interests: Mindfulness and Meditation; Stress reduction, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Motivational Interviewing; Trauma Informed Care.
As your therapist, I am here to listen and help you process what is going on in your life and help you figure out what your options are. I will be there for you to work on your goals with you at your own pace. I believe that every one of my clients is capable of growth and it is my job to facilitate this process of building greater awareness toward becoming the person we were meant to be. I help you evaluate your unique situation so you have a better understanding of how you relate to others and give you better insight into who you are. I have a broad life experience that helps me relate to a diverse clientele.
Clinical Interests: Mindfulness and Meditation; Stress reduction, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Motivational Interviewing; Trauma Informed Care.
As your therapist, I am here to listen and help you process what is going on in your life and help you figure out what your options are. I will be there for you to work on your goals with you at your own pace. I believe that every one of my clients is capable of growth and it is my job to facilitate this process of building greater awareness toward becoming the person we were meant to be. I help you evaluate your unique situation so you have a better understanding of how you relate to others and give you better insight into who you are. I have a broad life experience that helps me relate to a diverse clientele.
Rebecca Laird
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54914
I also do talk therapy/psychodynamic work, Acceptance/Commitment therapy (ACT), Trauma Work, Behavioral & Short-term Therapy.
I have over 20 years of experience providing warm, compassionate care using the most current, research based treatment approaches. My work is highly individualized and tailored to your own unique needs and circumstances as a client. I have worked with a wide variety of people and problems over the years. I love my work and I am deeply committed to helping you achieve your goals. I am doing office visits as well as teletherapy.
I also do talk therapy/psychodynamic work, Acceptance/Commitment therapy (ACT), Trauma Work, Behavioral & Short-term Therapy.
I have over 20 years of experience providing warm, compassionate care using the most current, research based treatment approaches. My work is highly individualized and tailored to your own unique needs and circumstances as a client. I have worked with a wide variety of people and problems over the years. I love my work and I am deeply committed to helping you achieve your goals. I am doing office visits as well as teletherapy.
Casey Wright
Psychologist, LP
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Dr. Casey Wright is a Psychologist in Wisconsin who has been providing mental health services since 2016. He earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in health psychology at West Virginia University and completed a residency in behavioral medicine/rehabilitation psychology at the University of Washington. Dr. Wright is broadly trained in cognitive behavioral interventions but is heavily influenced by humanistic thinking and incorporates motivational interviewing into his clinical work. He believes clients and patients have what they need to feel better and that together they can work to find it.
Dr. Casey Wright is a Psychologist in Wisconsin who has been providing mental health services since 2016. He earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in health psychology at West Virginia University and completed a residency in behavioral medicine/rehabilitation psychology at the University of Washington. Dr. Wright is broadly trained in cognitive behavioral interventions but is heavily influenced by humanistic thinking and incorporates motivational interviewing into his clinical work. He believes clients and patients have what they need to feel better and that together they can work to find it.
Heather McDonald
Art Therapist, MS, ATR
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54914
I love working as an art therapist. In sessions, we’ll focus on making art, self-exploration, finding solutions, and creative play. Art can help you find direction, discover inner strength, write a new story and explore beliefs that make you unique. I provide support, guidance and space for you to have a safe, encouraging therapeutic experience. I provide all art materials for you to use and will help you explore different materials during each art therapy session.
I love working as an art therapist. In sessions, we’ll focus on making art, self-exploration, finding solutions, and creative play. Art can help you find direction, discover inner strength, write a new story and explore beliefs that make you unique. I provide support, guidance and space for you to have a safe, encouraging therapeutic experience. I provide all art materials for you to use and will help you explore different materials during each art therapy session.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.