Therapists in Madison, WI

I have been a licensed psychologist since 1998 and have a passion for my work that continues to grow. I enjoy working with adults, older adolescents, couples and families. My area of specialty is treating trauma and dissociative disorders. I also treat depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorder and bipolar disorder, as well as relationship issues in families and couples, LBGTQ issues, women's issues, grief, other lifespan issues and adjustment disorders. I have respect for my clients' courage in seeking help and consultation to meet their lives' unique challenges.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. I worked with young adults as a resident assistant during my undergraduate career helped me to understand the need for more accessible mental health services within the community. This encouraged me to pursue my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater and gain licensure as a Licensed Professional. Education University of Northern Iowa, 2016 Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies University of Wisconsin- Whitewater

Are you struggling with difficult emotions like grief, chronic stress, shame, or anger? Do you feel overwhelmed with juggling a complex web of responsibilities and duties that seem never-ending? Are you a college student, single parent, or someone who has endured trauma? Have you been impacted by a family member's substance abuse? Do you want to have a safe space to explore complex issues, discover resources such as coping skills, and maintain a relationship to help you stay accountable to the direction you would like to see your life move in?

I am a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Wisconsin. I see adults, older adolescents, seniors, couples and families. I have a general practice with over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy for a wide variety of issues. I provide treatment for depression and anxiety disorders, and see adult survivors of sexual abuse. I work with issues related to physical pain and teach stress reduction and emotion regulation skills. I work with couples to enhance connection and communication. Where appropriate, I use hypnosis to facilitate habit change, self understanding, and calming.

There are many reasons for seeking guidance and today, you have taken the first courageous step by looking for help. I invite you to take the next step and call 608-577-4222 for a NO COST “get acquainted” phone consult. Maybe your current coping strategies are not working, or you haven't healed from emotionally painful life experiences/trauma that are negatively impacting you today. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship and learn effective communication skills. Together we can work to find effective solutions and coping strategies that work for you. I am honored to partner with you on your journey to your best self.

Are you looking for someone who is easy to talk to, a therapist who will listen to you attentively, supportively, and non-judgmentally - and offer helpful feedback? Are you looking for help with marital or relationship problems? Or for problems with depression, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, a bad childhood, or alcohol problems? I'm a licensed psychologist who has helped people with these and other problems for over 25 years (see "Specialties" and "Issues," below). Whatever your problems are - individual and/or relationship issues - I offer understanding, compassion, new perspectives, and new ways to cope with challenges.

Does your life feels unsettled because of changes in your job or home, a relationship ending, loss of a loved one. or another difficult transition? Are past traumas haunting you and holding you back from living the life you want to live? Do you walk on eggshells because people around you insist that you should be someone other than who you are? Do you feel overwhelmed by the events of the last two years. have been difficult, and the ground we walk on feels unsteady for many people.

I am passionate about the power of relationship. I believe relationship to be the main conduit by which growth and healing take place. As a result, I seek to establish a strong relationship with my clients & warm therapeutic atmosphere where my clients can feel free and empowered to truly explore who they are & their unique goals. Together, we will work to address difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviors for deeper sense of health and wholeness. Ultimately, I work with individuals from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, wholistic perspective and find it a deep honor to walk alongside my clients in their healing journey.

Our experiences determine the way our minds process information. Our minds control how we feel, act, react and interact. Seeking out a professional for help with your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships is smart. People aren’t born knowing how to manage traumatic experiences, stress, overwhelming thoughts and feelings and all of the other unpredictable events that take place in life. You’re not doing anything wrong. You just may not have the knowledge, tools or perspective you need. I’m here to help. Need to talk through a problem but don't want insurance involved? Ask about my Life Advisor services.

It's normal to feel overwhelmed in our lives. I believe therapy can be a powerful experience and tool to process current and past stressors in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to each person's needs and desires and I offer a variety of therapy options to help empower clients toward wellness and fulfilled lives. I operate from a compassion-focused and trauma-informed perspective and work toward cultural humility with all clients.

I work with heterosexual and same-sex couples on issues of communication, integrating families, sexuality, power dynamics, attachment, trust, and infidelity. I also work with individuals on grief, relationship issues, depression and anxiety, spiritual inquiry, life transitions, and vocational calling. I hold an empathetic understanding of every client's unique worldview -- and respect how each individual arrives there. I provide compassionate, holistic, and practical support for your healing journey. Thank you for considering therapy as part of your path.

Therapy provided is structured to promote spiritual growth and awareness. I provide psychotherapeutic counseling sessions for individuals seeking ways to maintain wellness, reduce stress or relieve pain, recover from physical, emotional or psychological injury or illness, and improve quality of life. I believe in our inherent human ability to heal and overcome mental, emotional, spiritual and psychological issues creating distress in our lives. Allow me to help you heal your pain, develop spiritual awareness, and recover your life.