"My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, helpful and non-judgmental atmosphere in which to explore the issues creating challenges for individuals and families. Everyone has their own unique story to tell with victories and hurdles. Through our interaction we can identify and understand your strengths and create tools enabling you to understand and work through challenges. I have experience working with adults, parents, teens, children and families. As a professional I feel confident providing a positive non-judgmental space which we can create a collaborative relationship to navigate life's ups and downs."

"Everyone's life is difficult at times. No one can avoid experiencing loss, stress, unhappiness, uncertainty, relationship or work problems. Sometimes it's hard to know when to ask for help. Seeking therapy does not mean there is something wrong with you. Many individuals get labeled with a mental illness because they are struggling with life issues, traumatic events or troubled families. I am less interested in finding a label for your distress or symptoms, and more interested in working with you to reach a better understanding of them, and to develop more successful coping techniques."

"It is my belief that we all have tremendous capacity to heal and to change our lives for the better. When people choose therapy, they deserve someone who will listen with a fully present, compassionate, and nonjudgemental viewfinder. People also deserve someone who will provide a safe, kind and sacred space. It is my steadfast commitment to meet you where you are at and help you navigate through life's challenges. You may be living with your own or others' mental illness and/or addiction, dealing with losses and unexpected transitions, feeling overwhelmed, and/or tired of feeling stuck."

"So, I guess your question would be, "Why should I choose you as my therapist over others? Why is it that you believe I will make more progress working with you?" I do believe in educating clients with regard to CBT/DBT/Mindfulness techniques. They are invaluable when used to improve everyday functioning and helping individuals manage distress. However, where I see clients remain stuck is a combination of not consciously being aware of underlying unresolved issues in addition to not knowing how to get at them and bring them forward to consciousness. Often times therapists work with traumatic 'events' that clients bring to them. "

"I established my practice in 2007 following a decade of working as a therapist at Jane Addams' Hull House and Chicago area treatment facilities. My office is highly accessible, comfortable, and conducive to effective therapy. I believe that most people can benefit from an objective outside perspective during difficult or challenging times in their lives. My role is to provide additional support and to assist clients during this time of growth, transition or discovery. I help clients identify and navigate issues, crises and areas that are in need of healing. My approach is insight oriented, client centered, and non-judgmental."

"It was Ralph Waldo Emerson who once said that, "What lies behind us and what lies before us matters little compared to what lies within us". For more than 30 years I have focused on helping children and adults, individually, in couples, in families and groups achieve strength, peace and confidence by improving conflict resolution, communication, stress and anxiety, anger management skills, child and adolescent behavioral problems, and parenting skills as well as improved functioning and decreased emotional distress related to depression, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress and bipolar disorders. Through a combination of interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral and motivational approaches I have seen my clients make meaningful and lasting transformations in both emotional and behavioral dimensions. I provide evidence-based, focused, and time-limited treatment with documented results for mental health, behavioral health and substance use issues."

"My therapy services exist to provide genuine, Christ-centered, Christian counseling to those facing emotional or relational difficulties. I desire to equip and empower each client by relying on Biblical truths and by using practical therapy skills to help my clients heal, grow, and change. I seek to offer objective advice and focus on a big picture perspective."

"As a therapist, I can understand the anxiety and fear surrounding your decision to seek therapy for either yourself; your child or loved one. Life is full of ups and downs, and at times we need support on our journey. Whether you are struggling with your child's tantrums, concerned about a scary incident, struggling as a new parent, want to stop yelling, or need some support as you navigate a major life transition or stressor, I can help. You can feel at peace with your life. It is not too late to get the support you and your family deserve."

"I am an EMDR specialist. I am closing my practice and retiring on December 21, 2018. If you want, I may be able to help you find another EMDR therapist. "

"I try and help people increase the "quality" of their lives which often means helping people whose thinking/behavior and feelings don't seem to connect.I use many different approaches to therapy and draw upon numerous orientations if helpful to the client's goal of change. I strongly advocate for the mind/body connection; healthy mind helps the body be healthier. Past issues are of importance but don't have to be the major focus. I can help you with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and PTSD. I am proud to be a Tricare provider."

"Christopher is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in community mental health, private practice, and in-home settings, and who currently practices at Mental Health Solutions. He was elected to the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and currently serves as Chair. He also served as Legislative Committee Chair in 2016. He currently serves on the Legislative & Policy Committee for the Wisconsin Council on Mental Health, supervises emerging therapists, and volunteers as a mentor for undergraduate Psychology students."

"Now and then everyone needs a little help and support to deal with life's curves, valleys, hills, and obstacles. Feeling sad, stuck, or anxious? Struggling with an unexpected change or loss? Is a past experience impacting the joy in your life?"

"Finding mental freedom begins when you choose to start the journey. As your therapist, it will be my privilege to be your mentor and provide you guidance to walk your life journey with confidence. I understand that sharing your story with a stranger can be difficult, although it has the potential to transform your life. I offer a safe and supportive setting to help you examine your thoughts, needs and reactions to life, as well as to help find the tools you need to create a new way of interacting for a positive outcome. Ultimately, therapy is about capturing one's strengths and helping to empower through personal growth and change."

"I enjoy working with each client individually to match their treatment needs and desired changes with the method of treatment. I also specialize in resolving distressing and/or traumatic life experiences. These experiences often keep us stuck in behaviors that are baffling and even debilitating a times. Efforts to change often feel overwhelming and defeating. Through EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and other creative strategies, I have assisted many clients to realize new behavioral patterns and positive beliefs about themselves. I believe the reprocessing of psychological distress provides individuals in depth healing and renewed emotional freedom."

"I provide a safe, comfortable and caring therapy environment. You will receive my full attention and focus as I learn about you, understand why you feel, think and behave the way you do and help you gain deeper understanding of yourself and your problems. We can take a look at patterns in your thinking, behavior and way of relating to others that may be holding you back. I often work with students (undergraduate and graduate-level), professionals (finance, education, health care) and couples/families. I also provide psychological testing/evaluation for diagnosis, treatment planning, and required medical/psychological clearance."

"I love to strengthen marriages using marital therapy and have had good success with reaching a couple's goals over my 35yr career.Most couples wait too long to come in for a "tune-up" when early intervention and problem solving is ideal. Otherwise, we get into major repairs in the couple relationship which is challenging for all. I have alot of experience working with blended families and I have led divorce adjustment grps for 26 years here in Madison. I am therefore especially suited for persons needing to complete grief work and rebuild their lives after major losses."

"As a therapist, I am committed to a standard of excellence in my therapeutic, professional, and ethical responsibilities. Does AA or NA not appeal to you? My mission is to promote the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual wellness of my client on an individual level. I strive to provide clarification, encouragement, interpretation and information to facilitate you working toward your desired goals. I believe a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment can promote desired change, insight and personal growth."

"While asking for help can be a frightening experience, it doesn't have to be. I strive to take the frightening out of therapy, and utilize empowering strategies to help individuals become the very best they can be. My professional experience involves working with teens, adults, and couples. I have experience with individuals working through traumas such as being victims of rape, incest, bullying, and abuse. I also work with military personnel, assisting through traumas such as PTSD, and assisting with reintegration."

"I work with a variety of clients, and I seek to create a personalized approach to meet each of their needs. I believe that my clients can experience profound and lasting change in their lives, and I empower them to implement that change. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify lasting solutions to problems so that they can have more satisfying lives."

"Life is challenging. Everyone experiences times of struggle, hardship, or stress. Therapy can provide that extra support, so many of us need or even help us to dive deeper into understanding what's holding us back from living a fulfilled life. I offer a caring, nonjudgmental space to explore what matters most to you. If you, or someone you know, needs counseling but is struggling financially, please contact me. Everyone should have access to counseling especially when life's hurdles are impacting their well-being,"