Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Merrill, WI
I am a firm believer in the humanistic approach, along with cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and positive psychology, which I'm very passionate about.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental health and is motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may be experiencing a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, that are impacting their overall well-being and quality of life. Note: BHC has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Marshfield, Merrill, Grafton, Sheboygan, Wausau, and Stevens Point Wisconsin.
I am a firm believer in the humanistic approach, along with cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and positive psychology, which I'm very passionate about.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental health and is motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may be experiencing a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, that are impacting their overall well-being and quality of life. Note: BHC has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Marshfield, Merrill, Grafton, Sheboygan, Wausau, and Stevens Point Wisconsin.
My goal is to provide a safe, open space to explore any areas of your life that you would like to improve. Clients describe me as warm and engaging with a great sense of humor. I have a broad range of personal and professional experiences to draw from. I enjoy seeing my clients succeed and will walk alongside you for support through it all.
My goal is to provide a safe, open space to explore any areas of your life that you would like to improve. Clients describe me as warm and engaging with a great sense of humor. I have a broad range of personal and professional experiences to draw from. I enjoy seeing my clients succeed and will walk alongside you for support through it all.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
I also use a lot of cognitive behavioral techniques that allows you the ability to explore how thoughts and emotions impact your experiences.
As a therapist (Licensed Professional Counselor) and a mother myself, I strive to make sure everyone I see as a client feels welcome, heard, and most importantly embraced for who you are and where you are in your mental health journey. My approach blends evidence-based techniques with genuine empathy, helping you uncover your strengths and create meaningful change.
I also use a lot of cognitive behavioral techniques that allows you the ability to explore how thoughts and emotions impact your experiences.
As a therapist (Licensed Professional Counselor) and a mother myself, I strive to make sure everyone I see as a client feels welcome, heard, and most importantly embraced for who you are and where you are in your mental health journey. My approach blends evidence-based techniques with genuine empathy, helping you uncover your strengths and create meaningful change.
I adapt methods like EMDR, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, or Brainspotting, selecting what fits your needs, background, and comfort for a truly collaborative process.
My motivation for working with clients is to support them in achieving their personal goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I want to work with you to lessen the amount of energy you are using to cope. These challenges consume so much energy that they leave us with little left to devote to living our best lives. It becomes a vicious cycle that can seem impossible to break; untreated, these conditions can take over our lives. By working together, we can reduce their impact on daily life and regain the energy needed to focus on the positive asp
I adapt methods like EMDR, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, or Brainspotting, selecting what fits your needs, background, and comfort for a truly collaborative process.
My motivation for working with clients is to support them in achieving their personal goals. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I want to work with you to lessen the amount of energy you are using to cope. These challenges consume so much energy that they leave us with little left to devote to living our best lives. It becomes a vicious cycle that can seem impossible to break; untreated, these conditions can take over our lives. By working together, we can reduce their impact on daily life and regain the energy needed to focus on the positive asp
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Hello! My name is Jeralyn Stevens! I'm a state licensed professional counselor, local artist, mom to waaay too many pets, and 2 wonderful kids, and a wife. I'm a Stevens Point native and so very proud to be able to serve the community I grew up in. My warmth, sense of humor, and authenticity combined with my passion and expertise in trauma informed care, give me a certain edge as a therapist and healer that you just won't find anywhere else. I firmly believe in practicing therapy from a holistic perspective and meeting my clients wherever they are at on their journey
Hello! My name is Jeralyn Stevens! I'm a state licensed professional counselor, local artist, mom to waaay too many pets, and 2 wonderful kids, and a wife. I'm a Stevens Point native and so very proud to be able to serve the community I grew up in. My warmth, sense of humor, and authenticity combined with my passion and expertise in trauma informed care, give me a certain edge as a therapist and healer that you just won't find anywhere else. I firmly believe in practicing therapy from a holistic perspective and meeting my clients wherever they are at on their journey
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Education. With extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children, my practice centers around addressing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress-related issues. I have a particular passion for family therapy, especially when working with adult children and their families, helping to foster communication and healing within the family unit.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Education. With extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children, my practice centers around addressing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress-related issues. I have a particular passion for family therapy, especially when working with adult children and their families, helping to foster communication and healing within the family unit.
I often utilize creative and innovative interventions in sessions through a variety of methods, such as art and play therapy, Cogntive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), and others.
I provide art and play therapy for individuals who struggle in traditional therapy settings. By using innovative alternative methods of communication, I provide individuals with opportunities to express themselves through art and play therapy techniques. I strive on providing a unique environment for each individual in sessions by focusing on creating a positive and safe place for each individual to express themselves.
I often utilize creative and innovative interventions in sessions through a variety of methods, such as art and play therapy, Cogntive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), and others.
I provide art and play therapy for individuals who struggle in traditional therapy settings. By using innovative alternative methods of communication, I provide individuals with opportunities to express themselves through art and play therapy techniques. I strive on providing a unique environment for each individual in sessions by focusing on creating a positive and safe place for each individual to express themselves.
I integrate several evidence-based treatments, like CBT, EMDR Therapy and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga to help you heal and develop tools that will melt away the tension and help you more fully believe those rational, logical thoughts that your anxious mind loves to challenge.
Are stress, worry or anxiety getting in the way of living your best life? Do you find yourself constantly trying to plan for every possible scenario? Maybe it’s hard to get excited about anything anymore, as you find your mind jumping to the worst case scenario. You’re tired, overwhelmed, and struggling to find the energy to care for the people around you, let alone yourself. You tell yourself everything will be okay, that the anxious thoughts aren’t true, but you’re still struggling. Maybe you’re starting to wonder if it’s even possible to ever live a life free of the weight of your worries.
I integrate several evidence-based treatments, like CBT, EMDR Therapy and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga to help you heal and develop tools that will melt away the tension and help you more fully believe those rational, logical thoughts that your anxious mind loves to challenge.
Are stress, worry or anxiety getting in the way of living your best life? Do you find yourself constantly trying to plan for every possible scenario? Maybe it’s hard to get excited about anything anymore, as you find your mind jumping to the worst case scenario. You’re tired, overwhelmed, and struggling to find the energy to care for the people around you, let alone yourself. You tell yourself everything will be okay, that the anxious thoughts aren’t true, but you’re still struggling. Maybe you’re starting to wonder if it’s even possible to ever live a life free of the weight of your worries.
I use a combination of approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness, that focus on the connection between thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and personal strengths.
Something happened, maybe once or many times, and even though life has moved forward, your body hasn’t caught up. You might notice anxiety that won’t stop, emotional reactivity, relationship patterns that repeat, or coping skills like numbing, substance use, or overworking that once helped you cope but now feel exhausting. Trauma isn’t just what happened to you, it’s what your nervous system had to do to survive. Together, we'll help your mind and body process what’s been stuck so you can finally feel more grounded, present, and in control again.
I use a combination of approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness, that focus on the connection between thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and personal strengths.
Something happened, maybe once or many times, and even though life has moved forward, your body hasn’t caught up. You might notice anxiety that won’t stop, emotional reactivity, relationship patterns that repeat, or coping skills like numbing, substance use, or overworking that once helped you cope but now feel exhausting. Trauma isn’t just what happened to you, it’s what your nervous system had to do to survive. Together, we'll help your mind and body process what’s been stuck so you can finally feel more grounded, present, and in control again.
He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Donnie Schade is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Clearwater Health & Wellness, a group therapy practice providing tele-therapy services to clients in Wisconsin. Donnie’s clinical expertise is in working with adolescents, adults, and elderly individuals on topics related to addiction, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression.
He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Donnie Schade is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Clearwater Health & Wellness, a group therapy practice providing tele-therapy services to clients in Wisconsin. Donnie’s clinical expertise is in working with adolescents, adults, and elderly individuals on topics related to addiction, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression.
My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, as well as mindfulness.
My expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns.
My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, as well as mindfulness.
My expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns.
An ideal client is someone who is willing to take that first brave step—reaching out for the help they know they need. Often, making the initial call is the hardest part, which is why it’s also the most powerful. The purpose of therapy is to support you in achieving your personal goals through open, honest, and meaningful conversations.
Therapy is not an overnight solution; it’s a journey that takes time, commitment, and mutual effort between the client and therapist. Every client has the right to confidentiality—and the right to a therapist who truly cares.
An ideal client is someone who is willing to take that first brave step—reaching out for the help they know they need. Often, making the initial call is the hardest part, which is why it’s also the most powerful. The purpose of therapy is to support you in achieving your personal goals through open, honest, and meaningful conversations.
Therapy is not an overnight solution; it’s a journey that takes time, commitment, and mutual effort between the client and therapist. Every client has the right to confidentiality—and the right to a therapist who truly cares.
Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Merrill, Grafton, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Sheboygan, Marshfield, Wausau, and Stevens Point. Our clinicians offer clinically proven, evidence-based treatment interventions for most mental health issues. Our clinicians believe in a collaborative environment, between both fellow professionals and with the clients themselves. We work with individuals of all ages and needs, from children to adults. We strive to provide a safe, relaxed, warm, and comforting space to help clients grow at their own pace.
Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Merrill, Grafton, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Sheboygan, Marshfield, Wausau, and Stevens Point. Our clinicians offer clinically proven, evidence-based treatment interventions for most mental health issues. Our clinicians believe in a collaborative environment, between both fellow professionals and with the clients themselves. We work with individuals of all ages and needs, from children to adults. We strive to provide a safe, relaxed, warm, and comforting space to help clients grow at their own pace.
An ideal client is anyone that wants to understand their “why” and better themselves by first, validating their existence and purpose. I want to help people explore who they are, how to create work arounds and strategies for the things they struggle with and to teach them how to celebrate their very existence and reason.
An ideal client is anyone that wants to understand their “why” and better themselves by first, validating their existence and purpose. I want to help people explore who they are, how to create work arounds and strategies for the things they struggle with and to teach them how to celebrate their very existence and reason.
I help individuals heal from trauma, repair broken relationships, and address sex addiction. Treatment focuses on understanding patterns, building insight, reducing shame, and strengthening accountability. Clients can expect support that promotes emotional healing, healthier connections, and meaningful, lasting change.
For partners impacted by sexual betrayal, I guide healing and support the rebuilding of trust and emotional connection. My goal is to help couples create a new foundation rooted in honesty, safety, and authentic intimacy, rather than trying to return to the past.
I help individuals heal from trauma, repair broken relationships, and address sex addiction. Treatment focuses on understanding patterns, building insight, reducing shame, and strengthening accountability. Clients can expect support that promotes emotional healing, healthier connections, and meaningful, lasting change.
For partners impacted by sexual betrayal, I guide healing and support the rebuilding of trust and emotional connection. My goal is to help couples create a new foundation rooted in honesty, safety, and authentic intimacy, rather than trying to return to the past.
Do you feel hopeless, alone, stressed, like there's no way out? Please know that you're not alone, you deserve help and you are so worth it! There are options to get the help you need but it starts with you. Many people need help but some are afraid, unable or unwilling to do something about it. We can't expect to see change if we continue to do the same things everyday. As your therapist, my goal is to help give you the hope and healing you need to reach your goals, to find happiness and to be the best version of yourself. I am here with you in your journey and believe you can grow from your vulnerability.
Do you feel hopeless, alone, stressed, like there's no way out? Please know that you're not alone, you deserve help and you are so worth it! There are options to get the help you need but it starts with you. Many people need help but some are afraid, unable or unwilling to do something about it. We can't expect to see change if we continue to do the same things everyday. As your therapist, my goal is to help give you the hope and healing you need to reach your goals, to find happiness and to be the best version of yourself. I am here with you in your journey and believe you can grow from your vulnerability.
Tracey Gusman Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SAC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Weston, WI 54476
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a life transition, struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief, or questioning your relationship with alcohol or substances? You’re not alone. I work with adults (18+) facing stress, burnout, mood changes, and major life shifts—including career changes, and women’s mental health concerns such as perimenopause and menopause. Together, we’ll help you regain emotional balance, improve coping skills, and feel more like yourself again.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a life transition, struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief, or questioning your relationship with alcohol or substances? You’re not alone. I work with adults (18+) facing stress, burnout, mood changes, and major life shifts—including career changes, and women’s mental health concerns such as perimenopause and menopause. Together, we’ll help you regain emotional balance, improve coping skills, and feel more like yourself again.
My expertise includes providing individual therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I work with individuals 5 years and up. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals who struggle with trauma. My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness. I consider myself to be an open-minded individual who provides empathy and guidance to my clients working through difficult moments.
My expertise includes providing individual therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I work with individuals 5 years and up. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals who struggle with trauma. My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness. I consider myself to be an open-minded individual who provides empathy and guidance to my clients working through difficult moments.
Like nature, we ebb and flow through different seasons in life. While some seasons of life can feel overwhelming, these are often the times when we can experience the most growth. Therapy can be a wonderful tool to help individuals seek personal growth, overcome struggle, and thrive in life.
Like nature, we ebb and flow through different seasons in life. While some seasons of life can feel overwhelming, these are often the times when we can experience the most growth. Therapy can be a wonderful tool to help individuals seek personal growth, overcome struggle, and thrive in life.
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How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.