Adults Therapists in Fond Du Lac, WI

You deserve to live your full life. I am a Wisconsin licensed psychologist with 20 years of service in the field. I have worked in outpatient settings, crisis services, prisons, teaching, and have a history of working with community support programs. I focus on providing excellent care and solution-focused goals to address patient’s needs. I put forth my best effort to create a safe and welcome place for everyone that comes in, so that they can get the most out of the therapeutic experience.

I often utilize art and psychotherapy together to create self-expression and self-exploration. I meet where the individuals are at which determines what therapeutic approach we choose to make goals a success. I believe the individuals are the expert of their story and that the individuals have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that challenge them. I help individuals build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence during their journey.

Welcome, and thanks for stopping by my page! I understand that this effort to find a counselor can be one filled with anxiety. You have reached a point in your life where you have done all you can to help yourself, but you still find yourself needing assistance in doing so. I am honored that you chose to stop here for a moment. Making the next steps to contact a counselor will require more strength. I know you can do it. You have come this far, don’t stop! Whether you choose me or someone else, you’re heading in the right direction.

I am a professional mental and emotional health counselor licensed in Wisconsin with over 7 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, parenting problems, career challenges, spirituality concerns, OCD, and ADHD. I also have helped many individuals who struggle with PTSD from experiencing physical, verbal, and emotional trauma from abuse.

Some people, including myself, have had a point in life where they feel there is something more in life, but don't know how to get there. Others may have gotten to a point where they don't feel they have potential. No matter where you are at-broken, stuck, or just feel you need someone to guide you in your journey, I can help you. I love to work with people people through their struggles by taking a relational and evidence based approach that focuses on using ones strength to accomplish their purpose. When one learns to use their strengths, they often feel happier and become more successful.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you want things to be different than they are and nothing you have tried has worked so far. I work with individuals of all ages assisting them in managing change in their lives in relation to many events including anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, attachment, and trauma. I believe in a balance of mind, body, emotions and spirit in working towards wholeness.

Trauma is any adverse experience that causes extreme emotional reaction: nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety etc. When meeting with me many reach their destination feeling guilty for their response to their unique experience — because its “less than” others. As we begin the journey to health and recovery, I assure all that their individual experience is different and unique. Our goal is to get to the point where you know that your feelings/emotions are not better or worse than another’s, as all individuals have a right to their feelings. No trauma is better, worse, harder or easier than another because it depends on how we react.

I look forward to working with people who are interested in personal growth. No matter what your life issues are, I will treat you with the dignity and respect you deserve. I offer complete confidentiality with sliding scale fees beginning at just $50. My private office is a safe and comfortable environment where we can work without interruption. I specialize in Relationships, PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression using an approach designed to empower you to live the life you prefer and deserve. I can also help if you have legal issues related to domestic or acting out behaviors.

If life is a struggle and you feel like it is getting harder for you to do things you used to enjoy, I would love to help you get where you want to be. You deserve to be happy and live the life you are meant to live. Sometimes we may need someone to help us travel our path through life and walk with us. If you are anxious, depressed or wondering how you will ever get through your emotional storm, call me and I will ride the wave with you. You are worth the best I can give. The purpose of my life is to help you find meaning and purpose in yours. Your life is your story. Write well. Edit often.

Immediate openings! Do you compare yourself to other moms at social events and feel as though they have it all together and you do not? Maybe your ‘mom guilt’ runs your life to a point where you feel like you will never be enough for your family? All that self-judgment and social comparison leads to racing thoughts, lack of sleep, excessive worry and panic. Maybe you tried medication, only to find that you feel worse. Yet each day you push forward and find yourself on Pinterest trying to do things better than the next mom. How are you supposed to feel happy, content and confident when you spend your time trying to be someone else?

Mental health is an ongoing process, and sometimes it can feel crushing. Maybe you've been feeling unwell for a while, maybe it's a brand new feeling for you, or maybe it comes and goes over time. Wherever you are in your process, you don't have to figure it out alone. I opened Hold Fast Counseling Services, LLC to collaborate with clients to build awareness and insights, fortify internal and relational connections, develop meaning in the intersections of our experiences and identities, support development and expression of gratitude and joy, and flourish.

My journey to becoming a therapist started after returning home from a combat deployment, experiencing a devastating divorce and years of readjustment difficulties. During these deeply personal experiences, I became aware of the hurt and the brokenness we all face and now have a deep desire to help others to overcome as I did. I am passionate about helping couples find reconciliation and negotiating relationship pitfalls. As well as working with clients to heal from past trauma, manage their anxiety/depression, regulate anger or learn to value themselves again. You don't have to face it alone, there is hope.

The clients I work with are coping with not only addiction issues, but are having problems with depression, anxiety, trauma, impulse control problems, anger, and much more. I take a holistic approach to treatment, meaning that in treatment, we focus on the whole person - physical, social, emotional and mental. Addiction and mental health recovery is an active process, and I understand the process. If you are seeking a life of peace and happiness; of successes and reaching goals, I will be your guide.