Trauma Focused Therapists in 53217

Sometimes anxiety, difficult emotions, and painful experiences keep showing up, even when you try your best to manage them. Maybe you’ve become exhausted from constantly pushing them away or toughing it out. You no longer want to feel dominated by fear, worry, or sadness and you are ready to return to (or discover!) a life that closely aligns with your personal values. Having someone who truly listens to you without judgement can be a strong foundation for this work. I believe counseling best honors each client’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals through a collaborative process.

Through therapy I strive to empower clients to feel safe to open up and work through whatever issues they may be struggling with. I work to understand where clients are coming from and provide the extra support they need. I have a passion for working with a diverse range of clients from elementary school aged children all the way to adults with various presenting concerns. I believe in considering issues from a holistic perspective to inspire positive change.

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.

As the owner of Psychological Health Sanctuary, Alexander views clients as the experts of themselves, and clinicians as the experts of theory and application. Together a positive change can be made to develop new ways of experiencing life. Metaphorically, Alexander walks side by side with you on your mental health journey - stepping on the same sticks and stones you do.

Anxiety and depression take control of you every morning before you can even hit the snooze on your alarm. Getting the kids ready for school and taking the dog for a walk have become herculean tasks – to say nothing of your work day and connecting with your partner. You manage through the day; dinner gets cooked and homework gets checked, but you think, “This is not how I am meant to live my life - continually wanting and wishing for more.” Not knowing a way through this just adds to the overwhelm and worry. You take a breath and wonder, “How did I even get here? How do I get out of this funk? Is it even possible to get out?”

Have you ever thought about wanting to be more fulfilled and satisfied in your life, but don't believe you are capable of this? This can leave you feeling alone and stuck. Sometimes it can be easy to go through the same motions, while simultaneously wanting something more. I want to help you become empowered and recognize the ability within yourself to work on the areas in which you may be feeling defeated. I strive to guide you towards your identified goals by gaining greater insight, discovering the impact of your past on your present functioning, and developing the ability to be gentle and patient with yourself throughout.

As a therapist, I can understand the anxiety and fear surrounding your decision to seek therapy for yourself. I would like to partner with you as you navigate your world. As a therapist, I provide an eclectic approach to counseling, with a belief that in order to understand the present, one must understand his or her past. I operate from a strengths-based perspective because I believe both children and adults are resilient and given the right tools, can solve their own problems.

Hello! I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. I received my Master’s in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in community counseling. I've been a Licensed Professional Counselor for about 13 years. Experience: 10 yrs in private practice- working with the delinquent youth of MKE county, also worked in a residential facility for dually diagnosed children with autism. More recently worked with those who struggle with substance abuse and dependency.

I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. As a dedicated counselor, I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe in tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs and goals. Together, we'll work towards enhancing self-awareness, building resilience, and fostering meaningful connections.

Part of the success in therapy is your relationship with your therapist. That is why my goal is to create an authentic, genuine, and compassionate space for you to process and work through life's most difficult challenges. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety), depression, and trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional). I work with children 8 and up, teens, and adults.

There are many benefits of counseling. Counseling helps us figure things out; it can help us achieve our goals, and it can help us mend or improve important relationships in our lives. It can help us find reasons to live and new ways to love ourselves, and it can help us learn to cope with what life has handed us or to grieve what has been taken from us. And overall, counseling can offer reassurance that things are going to be ok. There are a number of reasons people just like you come to counseling; struggling in a relationship, family conflict, help establishing boundaries, processing past trauma, or having problems at work.

I am the founder of the Relationship Center of Milwaukee, a group practice that focuses on providing couples with the skills, insights, and courage to develop themselves and their relationships. My 30-year experience as a psychologist and psychoanalyst has reinforced my belief that people heal, change, and grow in connection to others. Love relationships are simultaneously the greatest source of comfort and happiness in our lives, but also potentially the greatest source of intense stress and misery. Yet, we keep on trying. The thirst for good partnership is unquenchable.

You’re at your limit. No, you’re PAST your limit. You’re running on empty. You feel like you’re totally just breaking. You don't really have time for therapy, but things just aren't getting better. Maybe no one seems to understand how you feel. Things are really REALLY freaking hard right now. But they don’t have to stay that way any longer. Is therapy hard? YUP, for sure. But not as hard as continuing to live with the way things are now. You’re been suffering for too long. You deserve to heal and be well. You deserve to leave this behind you and enjoy your life. You deserve to feel like YOU.

I believe we are all inherently capable of change, especially when we acknowledge where we're falling short with our core values. I help guide people to make positive life changes by examining values and setting realistic goals for self-improvement. If you're not looking to set many goals, therapy is also just a safe space to process feelings you wouldn't otherwise process. I have done extensive work with general adult mental health and substance abuse, and I enjoy an integration of various holistic approaches to therapy. I value and respect all walks of life and take a culturally-sensitive approach.

I don't believe in one-size-fits-all. Everyone is unique and my goal is to work with you to uncover the tools and techniques that will best fit you and assist you in managing your mental health. My diverse background offers multifaceted skills to assist you in reaching your therapy goals.

Are you feeling stressed out and overwhelmed? Seeing a therapist can be scary and takes courage. I use a Strength Based approach to deal with issues including anxiety, depression, health related issues, grief and loss, relationships, life transitions and parenting. By listening to you, reflecting and sharing information we will explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, and behaviors in a gentle, safe and understanding environment. I am passionate about helping you think "outside the box" with regard to your personal development to regain confidence and hope.

Hi, I am Dr. Sarah. Are you facing a significant life transition? Maybe it is an unexpected crisis? Or, is it an all too familiar challenge? I specialize in working with adults and families using systemic and growth-oriented approaches. My practice supports physicians, therapists, and other professionals who are coping with occupational stressors and want to increase their life satisfaction. I also provide parenting support for families with children who have significant health & behavioral challenges. Finally, I provide executive coaching and clinical training to professionals developing competency with children and families.

I am a certified Licensed Clinical Therapist with more than 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in both one-on-one and group settings. As a compassionate therapist, I use a personalized approach to establish your treatment plan so you can attain a healthy, balanced lifestyle. As every person and situation is unique, my mission is to help you use your own inner strengths to define your journey, and reach your goals.

Thank you for visiting my profile. Welcome to a space where healing and growth intersect! I'm genuinely curious about your unique journey and experiences. Together, let's explore and work towards achieving your therapy goals. If you find yourself grappling with an inner critic, self doubt, or boundaries, know that you're not alone – and I'm here to help. I specialize in empowering survivors of trauma and those wrestling with the mental and emotional aftermath of such experiences. Additionally, I am dedicated to supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic pain, and family/relationship concerns.