Therapists in Bear Creek, WI

Do you want to feel more grounded and balanced? Do you ever feel like you're stuck repeating the same habits and behavioral patterns despite wanting to change? Or maybe you've gone through painful past experiences that you can't seem to get over even with time. Anxiety and that feeling of "overwhelm" can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, unable to move forward. You're ready to take even the smallest of steps towards your best life. You're ready to start doing something for YOU and to feel genuinely happy again. I believe in you and would love to support you on your journey!

Whether it is assisting parents find time for self-care or helping emotionally sensitive individuals understand and honor their emotions, I offer a validating, humorous and often frank approach to help my clients navigate obstacles on their personal journeys.

I help my clients gain insight into their lives. I encourage client collaboration to choose goals and pace their therapy. Together, we take a non-judgmental view of emotions, thoughts, belief system and patterns adopted to cope with distress. In therapy, clients often discover how their defenses developed and how they presently affect them. The freedom to discard old patterns releases associated shame and encourages forgiveness and acceptance. I work to empower clients to learn about mindful choice and develop healthy relationships. Success is witnessing clients reclaim their authentic voice and live their authentic selves.

I've had the honor of working with people with a history of trauma throughout my life. PTSD, attachment disorder and dissociative disorders are normal responses to being exposed to Traumatic events. This is the way our brains try to protect us from being overwhelmed. We can get stuck feeling like the world is dangerous or the events are still occuring long after the trauma is over. Trauma Counseling helps our brains let go and heal the overwhelming events of our pasts. I truely believe we can heal from anything with the right treatment. Come and see if I'm the right therapist for you.

I am passionate about assisting each client in learning about their symptoms and what we can actively do together to create change and accomplish treatment goals. I enjoy working with clients that are willing to work with me as an active participant in their treatment. I work with children (6yo and up), adolescents and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders including Separation Anxiety, Selective Mutism, Panic Disorder Social Anxiety, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I also specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Skin Picking, Hair Pulling, and Phobias.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxiety, anger management, cognitive delays, peer difficulties, oppositional defiant disorder, sensory concerns, have experienced trauma, or have sexually reactive behaviors.

I believe strongly in the importance of counseling grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe counseling is not just about feeling better but being better at dealing with the feelings we experience as we face life’s challenges. With the support of someone to help us process or teach us new skills difficult times can become times of growth. I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds but particularly enjoy working with people going through life changes and middle school and high school youth.

Every client has unique circumstances and issues that can be addressed during counseling through individualized treatment. My focus is to meet my clients' specific needs, through holistic and cognitive approaches during counseling. (Cada cliente tiene circunstancias y problemas únicos que pueden abordarse durante la consejería a través de un tratamiento individualizado. Mi enfoque es satisfacer las necesidades específicas de mis clientes, a través de enfoques holísticos y cognitivos durante la consejería).

If you've found yourself at the center of a literal shi-storm, needing grounding, stabilization and a breath to process what just happened... than YOU are my ideal client! First- your past does not define your future. Second, I believe that everyone has the capacity for resilience and to work through whatever they have been dealt in life. Third, healing can look a million different ways- as we are all very different types of people. If you are looking for a non-judgmental, solution focused space to start the process to a renewed sense of self- you've found the right clinician!

I strive to provide a warm environment where personal growth is optimized. I enjoy helping people live the life they have imagined.

My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, ​and couples to meet the challenges they may be experiencing such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, anger management, addiction, self-esteem issues or perhaps spiritual emptiness. One of my goals is to shed light on the issues that you are currently experiencing, noticing the internal roots of conflict, and finding ways to make meaningful and purposeful shifts in your life. My treatment approach is integrative, and following an assessment of the individual needs of my client determines which modalities I utilize.

I love watching my clients grow and become empowered by the work they are doing on themselves. I am on this journey with you as we utilize a technique or an approach that is individualized to you. I enjoy working with ages 13+ whether you are navigating through depression, stress, anxiety, suicidal ideations or you just need a safe space.

Lisa A. Hidde, MSE, NCC, LPC, TFCBT and ERP trained mental health therapist who specializes in adolescent/adult mood and behavior disorders, depression, self injury, anxiety/OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention, ADHD, self esteem, life transitions, relationship issues and anger management. She works with ages 10 and up, adolescents, adults and families. Lisa is eclectic in her therapy approach, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectic, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, solution-focused work, motivational interviewing, behavior therapy approaches to treatment.

Leah Bruce is a licensed professional mental health and substance abuse counselor and a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher. Leah’s role in treatment is as a fellow traveler for a portion of your life’s path to identify and overcome obstacles. Leah is passionate about infusing philosophical concepts of the yogic lifestyle to provide an innovative approach to therapy. She has specialized training in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, narrative therapy, aggression replacement, and chronic suicidal ideation.

Some of the best stories ever written include success, belonging, safety, and happiness, AND include moments of failure, loneliness, fear, and sadness. We relate to the characters in these stories because we see ourselves in them. My goal as your therapist is to help you write your own story of resilience, accomplishment, and contentment. My approach includes a combination of many evidence-based modalities in order to best assist you in reaching your goals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness, Systems Theory, and Strengths-Based Therapy.

If you find yourself weighed down by feelings of anxiety, negative self-talk, intrusive thoughts, anger, frustration or loneliness; let’s talk. As a psychotherapist, I am passionate about being a partner that provides you with empathy, support, encouragement and guidance to help you gain insight along your journey. I believe therapy should be an empowerment tool that helps you learn, grow, and develop strategies to cope with complications in life. Together we will work side by side to identify strengths, patterns and develop skills to make meaningful changes in your life.

When I think of the counseling process, I really view it as a journey of growth. It is something that can take time, and like with anything worthwhile, there are highs and lows. If we are a good fit, I want to be there with you every step of the way. My goal as a counselor is to create a safe space for each moment of your journey and to really experience those moments with you. I strive to be empathetic and create a warm and welcoming environment for all. No matter what you’re going through, we can begin this journey together.

The hardest part about therapy is having to deal with those thoughts, feelings, and memories we've been pushing aside for so long. What makes it even harder, are our fears of being judged for who we are, what we've gone through, or how we've acted. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being your true self. I do this by showing you genuine compassion, empathy, and understanding as we work through the tougher stuff. As such, I work with children, teens, families, and adults whose social, academic/work, behavioral, physical, and/or emotional well-being has been negatively impacted by ongoing mental health struggles.

I provide youth, adult and couples therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Narrative therapy. My approach to therapy allows the client to develop skills that work best for their individual needs. I look to challenge each patient with a compassionate tone to assist them in developing a successful platform from which they can continue to grow.