Therapists in La Crosse County, WI

Hi, I’m Michelle! Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! I am currently an LPC- IT and am working towards acquiring my Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with life adjustments, mental health issues like depression and anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, self-esteem and relationship issues. Every human being experiences sadness, anxiety, loneliness, fear, shame, and anger. It is important to acknowledge that as human beings we all struggle at times, and that you do not have to carry this burden alone.

I offer effective counseling in a private setting. I specialize in Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy for eating disorders, anxiety, and depression. I also offer online therapy through a secure telemedicine website. As a therapist I will work collaboratively with the client to heal psychological wounds, acquire new skills, and find solutions to problems.

I have a great deal of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and health issues. I also enjoy working with college students.

Are you uncertain about your relationship or sex life? You may feel disconnected from your partner, wondering if you can make it work after infidelity. You are realizing you just want to feel better, one way or another. It’s time. Doing work on your relationship takes some grit and most people wait too long. I'll roll up my sleeves with you and be your guide. When relationships grow stagnant or negative, we suffer. Learn to find healthy ways to communicate and create authentic connection.

Life is full of surprises. Unexpected situations occur that impact the ways in which we cope with the world and our circumstances. Handling these issues over and over can leave us feeling exhausted, frustrated, out-of-control and saddened. When things just don’t feel right, it is time to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to face your challenges alone. I’m a big fan of helping you find your voice and live the life you love. I want to help you find your power and purpose so you can navigate life like a boss!

Psychotherapy can improve many aspects of one’s life. It can improve our relationship with ourselves, our family, and others. Psychotherapy can also improve our quality of life by addressing past and current situations and by learning new skills for the future.

As your therapist, I’m committed to providing a safe, collaborative, and respectful environment where you can express your thoughts and feelings. I value individual differences, and work to create an atmosphere of trust and acceptance.

If life is a road, it's not always a smooth highway. There are many paths, and knowing which path to take in your life is not always obvious or simple. Maybe you are down or unhappy and it's felt like this for a long time, but you feel stuck and unable to move on. Perhaps anxiety is a frequent companion in your life. Sometimes it may feel like nothing can change. If you have concerns about substance use, therapy can be a good place to talk about it - confidentially.

I have experience working in a variety of clinical settings treating both mental health and addiction issues simultaneously or separately. I offer court-ordered alcohol and drug assessments, DOT assessments as a certified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), as well as attorney-ordered assessments. What makes my approach unique, is my ability to adapt treatment to fit your specific needs thereby making a complicated process a little more manageable. When the client can wrap their mind around the problem in a way they've never considered it is the beginning point for effective and meaningful therapy.

I believe that most people are naturally inclined toward growth and healing. People move toward self-actualization when life circumstances are right. I work with my clients to identify personal strengths and situational barriers for the purpose of maximizing potential. I have over 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of personal and interpersonal issues. Feel free to contact me if you would like to make an appointment or if you have questions of any kind.

I'm delighted you have arrived here, after noticing something in you or your life is asking for your attention & care. A willingness to look into your inner self & experience reflects hope in the possibility of transformation. For many, this journey begins with a feeling that something is unbalanced, unresolved, or unreachable. Perhaps you've experienced concern about your emotional & mental well-being for awhile and now sense a readiness to open to your suffering as a pathway to healing. Or something unexpected has compromised your usual way of coping, and you believe uncovering your resilience will move you through the adversity.

Dr. Teale is a licensed clinical psychologist who received her PhD from Florida State University in 2010. She served in the United States Air Force from 2009 to 2016 and then practiced at the Tomah VA Medical Center from 2016 to 2020. She is primarily a cognitive-behavioral therapist. That is, she believes the way we think about ourselves, others, and the world can greatly impact our emotional well-being. Adjusting our views of self, others, and the world can often result in a healthier outlook and improved self-esteem and relationships with others.

For over forty years I've helped individuals and couples heal their emotional wounds. If you grew up in a dysfunctional family, the traumatic effects of that environment, such as anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship problems, are with you to this day. To have the fully functioning life you want, it is essential to recover from the neglect, abuse, and lack of parental attunement from which you may have suffered in your early years. I'll collaborate with you to help you understand how your past affects your present, and how you can make the changes you need to improve your life and relationships.

You have made it far in life, so I know you are already strong and skilled! Sometimes it can be difficult to see that part of ourselves; we might lose sight of our abilities or be blinded by the stressors we face. Or perhaps the skills and abilities that carried us through past challenges are not supporting us through our current circumstances. My philosophy of care is holistic combining evidence-based practices with a multi-dimensional approach to well-being. I work to support and empower clients in improving their quality of life and achieving their goals.

Gretchen Poellinger is a LPC-IT and works with adolescents, adults, and families. Gretchen received her undergraduate degree from Minnesota State University – Mankato in Mankato, Minnesota and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. Over the last 10 years, Gretchen has worked in a variety of settings in the social service field. She has direct experience working with individuals with varying challenges and has provided behavioral management and mental health services to adults, families, and children in the area.