Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in De Forest, WI

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Angelina Lochner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
De Forest, WI 53532
I provide a collaborative space for teens and adults to explore their emotions, relationships, current and earlier life challenges.
We’ll explore relationship patterns, identify unhelpful beliefs and find ways to integrate past emotional experiences into the present. Clients often describe therapy with me as collaborative and grounding, with a style that’s both compassionate and purposefully direct. I’m not afraid to gently push with clarity and compassion when it serves your growth.
I provide a collaborative space for teens and adults to explore their emotions, relationships, current and earlier life challenges.
We’ll explore relationship patterns, identify unhelpful beliefs and find ways to integrate past emotional experiences into the present. Clients often describe therapy with me as collaborative and grounding, with a style that’s both compassionate and purposefully direct. I’m not afraid to gently push with clarity and compassion when it serves your growth.
(608) 200-3171 View (608) 200-3171
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Amy Hoffmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAC, CCTS
4 Endorsed
De Forest, WI 53532
Feeling stressed? Whether life or trauma, I strive to help my clients regain a positive outlook, as well as rebuilding their strength and resiliency to face life’s challenges and stressors. I offer a safe environment for individuals to work through past hurts, find freedom from ongoing struggles, grow in their true self, and thrive in their lives and relationships. I will help you to develop strategies to manage life's challenges and capture your strengths and help you be empowered through personal growth and change. I am Trauma Certified and trained in several modalities, although believe that you are the expert in you.
Feeling stressed? Whether life or trauma, I strive to help my clients regain a positive outlook, as well as rebuilding their strength and resiliency to face life’s challenges and stressors. I offer a safe environment for individuals to work through past hurts, find freedom from ongoing struggles, grow in their true self, and thrive in their lives and relationships. I will help you to develop strategies to manage life's challenges and capture your strengths and help you be empowered through personal growth and change. I am Trauma Certified and trained in several modalities, although believe that you are the expert in you.
(608) 492-0658 View (608) 492-0658
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Luccas Contreras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW
5 Endorsed
De Forest, WI 53532
Some of the people I support are kids and teens struggling with big emotions, neurodivergence, or anxiety that makes the world feel too loud.
Most clients I see want more than a quick fix, they’re ready to grow, heal, and feel more whole. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology. With my Art Therapy background, I also integrate creative tools like art, music, movement, and play to support expression and healing.
Some of the people I support are kids and teens struggling with big emotions, neurodivergence, or anxiety that makes the world feel too loud.
Most clients I see want more than a quick fix, they’re ready to grow, heal, and feel more whole. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology. With my Art Therapy background, I also integrate creative tools like art, music, movement, and play to support expression and healing.
(608) 812-8971 x700 View (608) 812-8971 x700
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Kristen Emily Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
De Forest, WI 53532
In my practice I focus on in supporting women and birthing people through the emotional and psychological transitions of reproductive life. I work with clients across the full spectrum of experiences—from preparing for pregnancy and navigating fertility challenges, to pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and the often-overlooked stages of perimenopause and menopause. My goal is to provide a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore the complexities of identity, body changes, relationships, and mental health during these pivotal life phases. I understand that each journey is unique a
In my practice I focus on in supporting women and birthing people through the emotional and psychological transitions of reproductive life. I work with clients across the full spectrum of experiences—from preparing for pregnancy and navigating fertility challenges, to pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and the often-overlooked stages of perimenopause and menopause. My goal is to provide a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore the complexities of identity, body changes, relationships, and mental health during these pivotal life phases. I understand that each journey is unique a
(608) 879-6277 View (608) 879-6277
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Alexandra Berthelon-Lathrop
Counselor, MS, LPC
4 Endorsed
De Forest, WI 53532
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficult situations that have prevented them from living a healthier lifestyle.
I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating Disorders, Hair pulling/Skin Picking, mood disorders, anxiety disorders,& parent training. I utilize the following modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Therapy (ERP), Habit Reversal Training(HRT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Family Systems.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficult situations that have prevented them from living a healthier lifestyle.
I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating Disorders, Hair pulling/Skin Picking, mood disorders, anxiety disorders,& parent training. I utilize the following modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Therapy (ERP), Habit Reversal Training(HRT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Family Systems.
(608) 465-4344 View (608) 465-4344
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Gregory Ullstrom
Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I have experience with adolescents, adults and seniors.
People know themselves best. They know where they are at and what they want to achieve. My approach is to respect people where they are at and hear what their goals are or in some cases. help them identify goals. The next step is determine together how to get there.
I have experience with adolescents, adults and seniors.
People know themselves best. They know where they are at and what they want to achieve. My approach is to respect people where they are at and hear what their goals are or in some cases. help them identify goals. The next step is determine together how to get there.
(414) 404-3560 View (414) 404-3560
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Whole-istic Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Whole-istic therapy, we believe mindfulness is a cornerstone of mental health and well-being. Mindfulness, the practice of being fully present, engaged in the current moment without judgment, offers a powerful tool for managing stress, enhancing emotional regulation, and fostering self-awareness. In our practice, we integrate mindfulness principles along with CBT/DBT/MI to support our clients in cultivating resilience and improving their overall quality of life. Whether through guided meditations, breath work, or mindful self-regulation, we strive to help individuals develop skills to navigate life's challenges.
At Whole-istic therapy, we believe mindfulness is a cornerstone of mental health and well-being. Mindfulness, the practice of being fully present, engaged in the current moment without judgment, offers a powerful tool for managing stress, enhancing emotional regulation, and fostering self-awareness. In our practice, we integrate mindfulness principles along with CBT/DBT/MI to support our clients in cultivating resilience and improving their overall quality of life. Whether through guided meditations, breath work, or mindful self-regulation, we strive to help individuals develop skills to navigate life's challenges.
(608) 623-6492 View (608) 623-6492
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Kelly McKinnon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy can offer more than just problem solving and emotional healing. Therapy is often about personal growth and self acceptance. As a licensed professional counselor, I can help guide you in developing the life you want and deserve. People are often fearful about entering therapy. I offer a safe, supportive and collaborative space to allow you to truly look inward. I use empathy, compassion, accountability and humor to help you reach your goals.
Therapy can offer more than just problem solving and emotional healing. Therapy is often about personal growth and self acceptance. As a licensed professional counselor, I can help guide you in developing the life you want and deserve. People are often fearful about entering therapy. I offer a safe, supportive and collaborative space to allow you to truly look inward. I use empathy, compassion, accountability and humor to help you reach your goals.
(608) 802-8037 View (608) 802-8037
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Ryan Thomas Neace
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
11 Endorsed
Online Only
Understanding ourselves and our lives can be difficult. On the one hand, our inner critics may be so loud, self-examination is torturous. On the other, well-meaning people in our lives may be so eager to validate us that we are never quite sure we're getting a real picture of who we are. So, counseling is essentially about receiving the support to work creatively with all of this noise long enough to allow change to happen in and through you. The only way to do this to let someone get to know the real you. If we can do that, therapy can be a deeply authentic, radically human, even life-changing encounter!
Understanding ourselves and our lives can be difficult. On the one hand, our inner critics may be so loud, self-examination is torturous. On the other, well-meaning people in our lives may be so eager to validate us that we are never quite sure we're getting a real picture of who we are. So, counseling is essentially about receiving the support to work creatively with all of this noise long enough to allow change to happen in and through you. The only way to do this to let someone get to know the real you. If we can do that, therapy can be a deeply authentic, radically human, even life-changing encounter!
(760) 824-3092 View (760) 824-3092

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Ally Schubert
Psychologist, Psy.D., LPC
Online Only
Welcome! Dr. Ally Schubert is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges in a safe, judgment-free space. She works with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those involved in the criminal justice system, and supports concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, personality disorders, mood instability, and psychosis. She believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for growth and healing. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy, Dr. Schubert tailors treatment to meet
Welcome! Dr. Ally Schubert is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges in a safe, judgment-free space. She works with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those involved in the criminal justice system, and supports concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, personality disorders, mood instability, and psychosis. She believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for growth and healing. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy, Dr. Schubert tailors treatment to meet
(608) 585-8095 View (608) 585-8095
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Jessica Waldron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Life can feel heavy when you’re navigating anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, or major life changes. Therapy offers a safe and supportive space to share your story, feel understood, and begin creating the changes you want. Together, we’ll focus on building clarity, learning practical coping tools, and strengthening your confidence so you feel more grounded and empowered in daily life.
Life can feel heavy when you’re navigating anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, or major life changes. Therapy offers a safe and supportive space to share your story, feel understood, and begin creating the changes you want. Together, we’ll focus on building clarity, learning practical coping tools, and strengthening your confidence so you feel more grounded and empowered in daily life.
(414) 677-9610 View (414) 677-9610
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Dayne Legreid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
I'm Dayne with QUEST Counseling & Consultation Center, and I'm a licensed professional counselor (LPC) experienced in working with children, teens, and adults.
I use multiple evidenced-based approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing to address trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, loss & grief, self-esteem, and life transitions, and will adapt treatment to the unique needs and experiences of the client.
I'm Dayne with QUEST Counseling & Consultation Center, and I'm a licensed professional counselor (LPC) experienced in working with children, teens, and adults.
I use multiple evidenced-based approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing to address trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, loss & grief, self-esteem, and life transitions, and will adapt treatment to the unique needs and experiences of the client.
(608) 912-3890 x128 View (608) 912-3890 x128
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Christie Gause-Bemis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSTIP
Monona, WI 53716
I enjoy working with teens.
I specialize in anxiety and depression, using cognitive and behavioral approaches to learn life-long coping skills, as well as neuroscience and new research. Communication skills is also an area of specialty. Women's issues is an area of particular expertise. I have over 17 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
I enjoy working with teens.
I specialize in anxiety and depression, using cognitive and behavioral approaches to learn life-long coping skills, as well as neuroscience and new research. Communication skills is also an area of specialty. Women's issues is an area of particular expertise. I have over 17 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
(608) 480-1559 View (608) 480-1559
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Ben D. at Golden Vibes Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53703
I work with children (10+), teens, adults, and families navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, life transitions, grief & loss, OCD, and emotional regulation challenges.
I take a strengths-based approach, focusing on what you’re already capable of and how those strengths can support your current situation while also addressing symptoms. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and somatic techniques, and I prioritize helping you feel informed, involved, and empowered throughout the process.
I work with children (10+), teens, adults, and families navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, life transitions, grief & loss, OCD, and emotional regulation challenges.
I take a strengths-based approach, focusing on what you’re already capable of and how those strengths can support your current situation while also addressing symptoms. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and somatic techniques, and I prioritize helping you feel informed, involved, and empowered throughout the process.
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Dr. Liz Gaebler
Psychologist, PhD
Madison, WI 53705
Waitlist for new clients
You might be a college student or young adult feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress, or ADHD-related challenges. Perhaps you’re trying to balance academics, work, and relationships, but find yourself stuck in cycles of procrastination, overwhelm, or self-doubt. Or you may be a parent watching your child struggle—wanting to support them but unsure of the best way forward. In either case, you’re looking for tools, understanding, and a clear path toward lasting change. As both a Licensed Psychologist and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, I bring a deep understanding of how learning, behavior, and mental health intersect.
You might be a college student or young adult feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress, or ADHD-related challenges. Perhaps you’re trying to balance academics, work, and relationships, but find yourself stuck in cycles of procrastination, overwhelm, or self-doubt. Or you may be a parent watching your child struggle—wanting to support them but unsure of the best way forward. In either case, you’re looking for tools, understanding, and a clear path toward lasting change. As both a Licensed Psychologist and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, I bring a deep understanding of how learning, behavior, and mental health intersect.
(608) 888-9409 View (608) 888-9409
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Sarah Schwalbach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
I have specific experience working with parents of teens and young adults who are using/struggling with co-occurring mental health, as well as spouses of folks in early recovery.
One of the most painful byproducts of addiction and mental health struggles, is relational turmoil. Too often, both the person using substances (or in early recovery) and their family members feel misunderstood, judged, hurt, and confused about the relationship and how to move forward. You might have questions like: How can I trust, when they’ve lied to me so many times? How can I rebuild trust if they won’t give me a chance? Why should I work at this if they won’t? What is enabling and what is support? Do we need to hold an intervention? How do I set boundaries? Why can’t they just ...?!
I have specific experience working with parents of teens and young adults who are using/struggling with co-occurring mental health, as well as spouses of folks in early recovery.
One of the most painful byproducts of addiction and mental health struggles, is relational turmoil. Too often, both the person using substances (or in early recovery) and their family members feel misunderstood, judged, hurt, and confused about the relationship and how to move forward. You might have questions like: How can I trust, when they’ve lied to me so many times? How can I rebuild trust if they won’t give me a chance? Why should I work at this if they won’t? What is enabling and what is support? Do we need to hold an intervention? How do I set boundaries? Why can’t they just ...?!
(715) 601-6901 View (715) 601-6901
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Bridgette M Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCP, ECEEN, IMH
Madison, WI 53719
Welcome! My name is Bridgette Miller. I am passionate about helping children and caregivers grow and learn together so they can live healthy, happy, and productive lives.
Welcome! My name is Bridgette Miller. I am passionate about helping children and caregivers grow and learn together so they can live healthy, happy, and productive lives.
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Paige Boldt
Counselor, MSEd, LMHP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! Licensed in Nebraska, Iowa & Wisconsin, I have specialized training in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, as well as skin-picking and hair-pulling disorders (BFRBs) using evidence-based approaches. I completed advanced training through the International OCD Foundation’s Behavior Therapy Training Institute, with a focus on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In addition to clinical training, I bring personal insight from my own lived experience with OCD. This perspective informs my work and fuels my passion for helping others challenge OCD with compassion, clarity, and strong therapeutic boundaries.
Hi there! Licensed in Nebraska, Iowa & Wisconsin, I have specialized training in treating OCD, anxiety disorders, as well as skin-picking and hair-pulling disorders (BFRBs) using evidence-based approaches. I completed advanced training through the International OCD Foundation’s Behavior Therapy Training Institute, with a focus on Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In addition to clinical training, I bring personal insight from my own lived experience with OCD. This perspective informs my work and fuels my passion for helping others challenge OCD with compassion, clarity, and strong therapeutic boundaries.
(712) 373-2381 View (712) 373-2381
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Kerrie Mazeika
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi, I’m Kerrie. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over twenty years of experience in the mental health field. Over time, I’ve developed a clear focus in my work. I primarily support women who feel disconnected from themselves — women navigating relationship strain and/or marital discord. Specifically, I help women who are considering leaving, quietly preparing for change, or rebuilding after divorce. My work centers on helping them reclaim their autonomy, strengthen their identity, and make grounded decisions.
Hi, I’m Kerrie. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over twenty years of experience in the mental health field. Over time, I’ve developed a clear focus in my work. I primarily support women who feel disconnected from themselves — women navigating relationship strain and/or marital discord. Specifically, I help women who are considering leaving, quietly preparing for change, or rebuilding after divorce. My work centers on helping them reclaim their autonomy, strengthen their identity, and make grounded decisions.
(414) 928-2489 View (414) 928-2489
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3XC Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CAATP
Serves Area
Kayla began her professional career in veterinary medicine, where she dedicated more than a decade to caring for animals. Driven by a passion for both helping people and working with animals, she earned a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in animal-assisted therapy. Since 2019, Kayla has been actively working in the mental health field. In addition to her expertise in animal-assisted therapy, she has extensive experience supporting individuals with behavioral and emotional needs in both school-based and outpatient settings.
Kayla began her professional career in veterinary medicine, where she dedicated more than a decade to caring for animals. Driven by a passion for both helping people and working with animals, she earned a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in animal-assisted therapy. Since 2019, Kayla has been actively working in the mental health field. In addition to her expertise in animal-assisted therapy, she has extensive experience supporting individuals with behavioral and emotional needs in both school-based and outpatient settings.
(608) 420-2081 View (608) 420-2081
FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.