Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Middleton, WI
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, emotional awareness, identity development, relationship concerns, and adjustment related challenges. I am especially passionate about creating an affirming and supportive space for LGBTQ+ clients. Many of the people I work with are looking for a place where they can feel understood without judgment while learning how to better navigate emotions, relationships, stress, and past experiences. My goal is to help clients feel safe, seen, and empowered as they move toward healing, growth, and greater self understanding.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, emotional awareness, identity development, relationship concerns, and adjustment related challenges. I am especially passionate about creating an affirming and supportive space for LGBTQ+ clients. Many of the people I work with are looking for a place where they can feel understood without judgment while learning how to better navigate emotions, relationships, stress, and past experiences. My goal is to help clients feel safe, seen, and empowered as they move toward healing, growth, and greater self understanding.
She treats children, teens, and adults, guiding them through life transitions and emotional difficulties using compassionate, evidence-based therapy approaches
Lissa specializes in working with individuals who have recently been discharged from psychiatric hospitals or are navigating court-ordered treatment, helping them stabilize and regain control over their lives. Her expertise also extends to those facing current legal matters, such as parental custody issues, providing structured therapeutic support.Lissa spec
She treats children, teens, and adults, guiding them through life transitions and emotional difficulties using compassionate, evidence-based therapy approaches
Lissa specializes in working with individuals who have recently been discharged from psychiatric hospitals or are navigating court-ordered treatment, helping them stabilize and regain control over their lives. Her expertise also extends to those facing current legal matters, such as parental custody issues, providing structured therapeutic support.Lissa spec
The majority of my clients are children, adolescents, and young adults that are navigating school, friendships, family changes, identity development, and everything else that comes with growing up.
Clients often come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood. Often they will struggle with anxiety, low mood, worry, social challenges, emotional regulation, and/or burnout. Student-athletes may be dealing with confidence, pressure, perfectionism, on top of trying to be a human being outside sports.
The majority of my clients are children, adolescents, and young adults that are navigating school, friendships, family changes, identity development, and everything else that comes with growing up.
Clients often come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood. Often they will struggle with anxiety, low mood, worry, social challenges, emotional regulation, and/or burnout. Student-athletes may be dealing with confidence, pressure, perfectionism, on top of trying to be a human being outside sports.
She works with children, adolescents, teens, and adults of all ages, creating an inviting therapeutic space where clients can explore their concerns, strengthen communication, and develop healthier patterns at home, in school, and in relationships.
She also supports individuals managing childhood behavior issues, grief and midlife transitions. Her approach is collaborative and practical, guiding clients toward meaningful change and sustained emotional well-being.
She works with children, adolescents, teens, and adults of all ages, creating an inviting therapeutic space where clients can explore their concerns, strengthen communication, and develop healthier patterns at home, in school, and in relationships.
She also supports individuals managing childhood behavior issues, grief and midlife transitions. Her approach is collaborative and practical, guiding clients toward meaningful change and sustained emotional well-being.
I work best with clients who have some motivation and readiness for change—those who are willing to give therapy a shot and engage in the process of growth and healing. My clients are often individuals struggling with difficult moods, intense emotions, or the lasting impact of trauma. Many are navigating life transitions or current challenges that feel overwhelming or hard to move through.
I also support people who experience emotions that come on suddenly or intensely, have difficulty with impulse control, or struggle with a negative sense of self. Some find it hard to understand or express their emotions, while others are learning
I work best with clients who have some motivation and readiness for change—those who are willing to give therapy a shot and engage in the process of growth and healing. My clients are often individuals struggling with difficult moods, intense emotions, or the lasting impact of trauma. Many are navigating life transitions or current challenges that feel overwhelming or hard to move through.
I also support people who experience emotions that come on suddenly or intensely, have difficulty with impulse control, or struggle with a negative sense of self. Some find it hard to understand or express their emotions, while others are learning
All you’ve ever wanted to be is yourself, at peace in your own skin. But something's keeping you from that. It may be other people. It could be trauma from the past. Or it might be life changes that you struggle to adjust to. Do you walk on eggshells because people in your life insist that you should be someone other than who you are? Do triggers in the present drag you back THERE...to traumatic moments you've wanted to leave behind? Or do you feel overwhelmed by changes over the last several months or years...either in your personal life or in the world around you?
All you’ve ever wanted to be is yourself, at peace in your own skin. But something's keeping you from that. It may be other people. It could be trauma from the past. Or it might be life changes that you struggle to adjust to. Do you walk on eggshells because people in your life insist that you should be someone other than who you are? Do triggers in the present drag you back THERE...to traumatic moments you've wanted to leave behind? Or do you feel overwhelmed by changes over the last several months or years...either in your personal life or in the world around you?
Claudia works with adults, teens, families, and couples who are navigating life changes (both planned and unexpected), as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, struggling with burnout, grief, emotional regulation & relationship concerns, trauma and those who want to heal from past wounds.
Claudia has experience working with diverse populations with over 16 years of experience in higher education. She is also a proud Navy Veteran. She uses a holistic, client-centered, strengths-based, and solutions-focused approach to empower clients to overcome challenges and create the life they want.
Claudia works with adults, teens, families, and couples who are navigating life changes (both planned and unexpected), as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, struggling with burnout, grief, emotional regulation & relationship concerns, trauma and those who want to heal from past wounds.
Claudia has experience working with diverse populations with over 16 years of experience in higher education. She is also a proud Navy Veteran. She uses a holistic, client-centered, strengths-based, and solutions-focused approach to empower clients to overcome challenges and create the life they want.
Accepting new clients and offering virtual sessions throughout the state of WI, Elizabeth provides a relaxed and non-judgmental space for clients to process, manage, and cope with life's challenges and stressors. She is dedicated to facilitating self-reflection, emotional exploration, and identifying useful coping strategies. She enjoys helping clients create positive change, build and strengthen healthy relationships, and foster personal growth.
Accepting new clients and offering virtual sessions throughout the state of WI, Elizabeth provides a relaxed and non-judgmental space for clients to process, manage, and cope with life's challenges and stressors. She is dedicated to facilitating self-reflection, emotional exploration, and identifying useful coping strategies. She enjoys helping clients create positive change, build and strengthen healthy relationships, and foster personal growth.
No matter who you are, or what you’re facing, you deserve a life worth living. I am here to help you break through the pain, anxiety, depression, and roadblocks holding you back from the life, and the relationships, you want and deserve. Are you living with unspoken pain from past trauma? Struggling with family or relationship conflicts that are never resolved? At the pinnacle of your career, yet drowning in workplace stress leading to anxiety, depression or substance use?
Let's paddle towards the light together!
No matter who you are, or what you’re facing, you deserve a life worth living. I am here to help you break through the pain, anxiety, depression, and roadblocks holding you back from the life, and the relationships, you want and deserve. Are you living with unspoken pain from past trauma? Struggling with family or relationship conflicts that are never resolved? At the pinnacle of your career, yet drowning in workplace stress leading to anxiety, depression or substance use?
Let's paddle towards the light together!
I have been working with kids, teens, and families for over ten years.
Haven Psychology uses an integrative approach and provides testing and therapy services for youth age 2-21 as well as parent coaching. Every patient receives an individualized approach to help you accomplish your goals. Ultimately, the best predictor of successful therapy will be the quality and strength of the relationship between you and your therapist.
I have been working with kids, teens, and families for over ten years.
Haven Psychology uses an integrative approach and provides testing and therapy services for youth age 2-21 as well as parent coaching. Every patient receives an individualized approach to help you accomplish your goals. Ultimately, the best predictor of successful therapy will be the quality and strength of the relationship between you and your therapist.
I’m a mental health coach dedicated to helping people cope with stress, navigate relationship challenges, and move through burnout and life transitions with greater clarity and confidence. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where we focus on building emotional resilience, strengthening communication skills, and developing practical tools you can use in everyday life. Together, we work at your pace to help you feel more grounded, self-aware, and confident in how you show up for yourself and others.
I’m a mental health coach dedicated to helping people cope with stress, navigate relationship challenges, and move through burnout and life transitions with greater clarity and confidence. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where we focus on building emotional resilience, strengthening communication skills, and developing practical tools you can use in everyday life. Together, we work at your pace to help you feel more grounded, self-aware, and confident in how you show up for yourself and others.
I have worked for over 20 years in inpatient mental health facilities and in the community serving individuals with a range of psychological issues and sexually problematic behaviors. I have experience assessing and treating people with sex offending histories, sexually compulsive behavior, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
I have worked for over 20 years in inpatient mental health facilities and in the community serving individuals with a range of psychological issues and sexually problematic behaviors. I have experience assessing and treating people with sex offending histories, sexually compulsive behavior, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Jennifer Huggins is a dedicated mental health provider at LifeStance Health in Wisconsin, offering compassionate, evidencebased therapy to help individuals navigate lifes challenges. Serving patients across the state, Jennifer specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and is deeply committed to helping her clients achieve emotional wellbeing. She works with adults, young adults, and seniors, and particularly enjoys supporting individuals during midlife and later life transitions, helping them manage both emotional and healthrelated concerns.
Jennifer Huggins is a dedicated mental health provider at LifeStance Health in Wisconsin, offering compassionate, evidencebased therapy to help individuals navigate lifes challenges. Serving patients across the state, Jennifer specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and is deeply committed to helping her clients achieve emotional wellbeing. She works with adults, young adults, and seniors, and particularly enjoys supporting individuals during midlife and later life transitions, helping them manage both emotional and healthrelated concerns.
I have a heart for veterans struggling with addiction, PTSD and family challenges, shaped by my work in the VA Health system; adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression and addiction; and Baby Boomers experiencing life, career and relationship transitions.
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
I have a heart for veterans struggling with addiction, PTSD and family challenges, shaped by my work in the VA Health system; adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression and addiction; and Baby Boomers experiencing life, career and relationship transitions.
You are not broken and in need of “fixing.” Rather, your early life, sense of belonging and experiences have influenced patterns and behaviors that brought you here. Change is within your reach. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or unresolved trauma; healing from domestic violence; enduring a relationship breakup; or concerned by your child’s mental health and behavioral issues, let’s work together on a positive path forward. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in addiction and substance abuse and certified in trauma and domestic violence therapy and as divorce and family mediator.
Tekia Wells, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, serves individuals throughout Wisconsin, providing expert care for adults and teens facing a wide range of mental health and substance use challenges.
Her expertise extends to supporting those recently discharged from psychiatric care, as well as clients involved in court-ordered treatment, ensuring they receive structured, supportive care during pivotal times in their recovery journey.
Tekia Wells, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, serves individuals throughout Wisconsin, providing expert care for adults and teens facing a wide range of mental health and substance use challenges.
Her expertise extends to supporting those recently discharged from psychiatric care, as well as clients involved in court-ordered treatment, ensuring they receive structured, supportive care during pivotal times in their recovery journey.
She works with children, adolescents, teens, and adults, creating a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change.
She uses a strengths-based approach to help clients better understand their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and improve their overall well-being.
She works with children, adolescents, teens, and adults, creating a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change.
She uses a strengths-based approach to help clients better understand their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and improve their overall well-being.
I begin with the belief that everyone is perfectly imperfect rather than the notion that there is something "wrong" with you which needs to be "fixed". Starting the moment you were born you began to accumulate experiences from your family, community, and society. Some experiences were likely nurturing and beautiful and others were likely quite painful and challenging. Your accumulated experiences have shaped you and helped you develop mechanisms for coping, some of which no longer serve you.
I begin with the belief that everyone is perfectly imperfect rather than the notion that there is something "wrong" with you which needs to be "fixed". Starting the moment you were born you began to accumulate experiences from your family, community, and society. Some experiences were likely nurturing and beautiful and others were likely quite painful and challenging. Your accumulated experiences have shaped you and helped you develop mechanisms for coping, some of which no longer serve you.
Current availability for psychoeducational assessments! As parents/guardians, we want to see our children succeed, no matter what it takes. When our children struggle, we struggle as well. These struggles can lead to frustration, especially when we are not able to pinpoint the root cause. Too often, when children present with complex behaviors and/or varying levels of abilities/intellect, they are misunderstood or even misdiagnosed. If you are feeling lost as a parent, are experiencing challenges navigating the school system, or question the narrative regarding your child, please know you are not alone. I am here to help.
Current availability for psychoeducational assessments! As parents/guardians, we want to see our children succeed, no matter what it takes. When our children struggle, we struggle as well. These struggles can lead to frustration, especially when we are not able to pinpoint the root cause. Too often, when children present with complex behaviors and/or varying levels of abilities/intellect, they are misunderstood or even misdiagnosed. If you are feeling lost as a parent, are experiencing challenges navigating the school system, or question the narrative regarding your child, please know you are not alone. I am here to help.
Rebecca Compton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CGP, NCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
For 40 years, I've been honored to offer my clients an experience that combines expertise, collaboration, and creativity. Whether it is a new problem, an ongoing pattern, or an unexpected life crisis, your therapy is built on a trusting relationship to facilitate lasting change. I help clients have happier, more satisfying relationships, overcome depression and anxiety, manage worries about career, family, and friends. Some learn how to have a productive disagreement, how to show empathy, how to set boundaries, and how to ask for what they need. Others learn to take the steps forward while healing from painful events and trauma.
For 40 years, I've been honored to offer my clients an experience that combines expertise, collaboration, and creativity. Whether it is a new problem, an ongoing pattern, or an unexpected life crisis, your therapy is built on a trusting relationship to facilitate lasting change. I help clients have happier, more satisfying relationships, overcome depression and anxiety, manage worries about career, family, and friends. Some learn how to have a productive disagreement, how to show empathy, how to set boundaries, and how to ask for what they need. Others learn to take the steps forward while healing from painful events and trauma.
Experience comes from providing counseling to at-risk youth with depression, anxiety, physical, emotional and sexual abuse, discipline issues, attention deficit disorder, family dysfunction, substance abuse and aggressive behaviors.
I am a skilled therapist who helps clients manage and overcome life's challenges with a gentle, interactive approach. I work with individuals of all ages and ethnicities, married and pre-married couples, families, individuals and mental disabilities. I have actively counseled since 2003, and has received training in several areas including grief, anxiety and depression. I received a BA in Physical Education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and he received his MA in Community Counseling at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Experience comes from providing counseling to at-risk youth with depression, anxiety, physical, emotional and sexual abuse, discipline issues, attention deficit disorder, family dysfunction, substance abuse and aggressive behaviors.
I am a skilled therapist who helps clients manage and overcome life's challenges with a gentle, interactive approach. I work with individuals of all ages and ethnicities, married and pre-married couples, families, individuals and mental disabilities. I have actively counseled since 2003, and has received training in several areas including grief, anxiety and depression. I received a BA in Physical Education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and he received his MA in Community Counseling at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.