Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in East Town, Milwaukee, WI

Kristine Amdor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
By integrating CBT, DBT, ACT Kristine helps clients build resilience, manage stress, and cultivate healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.
Kristine Amdor is a Licensed Professional Counselor LPC who offers compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to individuals across Wisconsin. Specializing in treating adults and teens, Kristine is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use issues. Whether working with individuals seeking to improve their emotional well-being or those dealing with PTSD or trauma, Kristine brings a wealth of clinical expertise to each session, tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
By integrating CBT, DBT, ACT Kristine helps clients build resilience, manage stress, and cultivate healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.
Kristine Amdor is a Licensed Professional Counselor LPC who offers compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to individuals across Wisconsin. Specializing in treating adults and teens, Kristine is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use issues. Whether working with individuals seeking to improve their emotional well-being or those dealing with PTSD or trauma, Kristine brings a wealth of clinical expertise to each session, tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
(262) 869-4449 View (262) 869-4449
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Amber Hearing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
She has specialized skills in cognitive behavioral therapy CBT , cognitive processing therapy CPT , dialectical behavioral therapy DBT , which is uniquely effective for trauma and personality issues, and more.
Amber is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience successfully guiding clients toward healing trauma, emotional pain, and relationship concerns. She provides compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, substance issues, trauma, personality disorders, relationship problems, and chronic mental health challenges. Amber s gentle and direct approach begins with understanding client s whole self, the context of the current problems and then helping clients make desired changes toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
She has specialized skills in cognitive behavioral therapy CBT , cognitive processing therapy CPT , dialectical behavioral therapy DBT , which is uniquely effective for trauma and personality issues, and more.
Amber is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience successfully guiding clients toward healing trauma, emotional pain, and relationship concerns. She provides compassionate psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, substance issues, trauma, personality disorders, relationship problems, and chronic mental health challenges. Amber s gentle and direct approach begins with understanding client s whole self, the context of the current problems and then helping clients make desired changes toward a more balanced and meaningful life.
(262) 588-4005 View (262) 588-4005
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John Barrett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
To help clients achieve their personal goals John utilizes an integrated approach drawing on techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
John Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. He obtained his Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University, and also holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. John's previous experience includes working in a partial hospitalization program with adults diagnosed with a substance use disorder as well as a wide range of co-occurring mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, psychological trauma, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, or adjusting to significant life stressors.
To help clients achieve their personal goals John utilizes an integrated approach drawing on techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
John Barrett is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. He obtained his Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University, and also holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. John's previous experience includes working in a partial hospitalization program with adults diagnosed with a substance use disorder as well as a wide range of co-occurring mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, psychological trauma, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, or adjusting to significant life stressors.
(262) 588-4238 View (262) 588-4238
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Madeline Cipriano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
Madeline is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
In addition to these two modalities, she also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Solution Focused Therapy. Madeline works with clients to develop concrete goals that they can collaborate on together.
Madeline is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
In addition to these two modalities, she also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Solution Focused Therapy. Madeline works with clients to develop concrete goals that they can collaborate on together.
(414) 296-9442 View (414) 296-9442
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Rose Summers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53215
With extensive experience in both individual and group settings, Rose utilizes a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Exposure Therapy.
She has a special interest in working with adolescents, individuals dealing with eating disorders, and those navigating personality disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and grief. Her expertise also extends to supporting clients through midlife and later life transitions, she is particularly passionate about helping those facing obsessive-compulsive disorder.
With extensive experience in both individual and group settings, Rose utilizes a range of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Exposure Therapy.
She has a special interest in working with adolescents, individuals dealing with eating disorders, and those navigating personality disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and grief. Her expertise also extends to supporting clients through midlife and later life transitions, she is particularly passionate about helping those facing obsessive-compulsive disorder.
(414) 246-8706 View (414) 246-8706
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Yolanda Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
1 Endorsed
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
Her work with clients who are navigating life after traumatic experiences is grounded in evidence based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT and Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT.
Yolanda Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor LPC serving adults across Wisconsin, offering compassionate and professional mental health care. With a focus on helping individuals aged 22 and older, Yolanda specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. She provides both individual and couples therapy, working collaboratively with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. Yolanda is particularly passionate about supporting those facing trauma and PTSD, as she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Her work with clients who are navigating life after traumatic experiences is grounded in evidence based interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT and Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT.
Yolanda Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor LPC serving adults across Wisconsin, offering compassionate and professional mental health care. With a focus on helping individuals aged 22 and older, Yolanda specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. She provides both individual and couples therapy, working collaboratively with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals. Yolanda is particularly passionate about supporting those facing trauma and PTSD, as she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
(414) 348-8165 View (414) 348-8165
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Dawn Johanneck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
1 Endorsed
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Dawn is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in adult mental health. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has facilitated therapy with individuals, families, and groups. Dawn is a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who takes pride in supporting clients through a wide range of issues. She uses multiple treatment modalities, including CBT and DBT, to help people reach their recovery goals. Dawn received her undergraduate degree from UW-Milwaukee and her graduate degree from Loyola University. She is married and has three daughters.
Dawn is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in adult mental health. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has facilitated therapy with individuals, families, and groups. Dawn is a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who takes pride in supporting clients through a wide range of issues. She uses multiple treatment modalities, including CBT and DBT, to help people reach their recovery goals. Dawn received her undergraduate degree from UW-Milwaukee and her graduate degree from Loyola University. She is married and has three daughters.
(414) 348-9243 View (414) 348-9243
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Michaela Klimko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
These range from art and play-based therapy techniques to CBT and DBT modalities.
Outside of work, Michaela enjoys spending time with loved ones, reading fiction, watching reality TV, and taking care of her cat, Phineas.
These range from art and play-based therapy techniques to CBT and DBT modalities.
Outside of work, Michaela enjoys spending time with loved ones, reading fiction, watching reality TV, and taking care of her cat, Phineas.
(262) 600-2120 View (262) 600-2120
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Lisa Schneider
Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Schneider integrates traditional talk therapy, art therapy and other experiential modalities and DBT/CBT.
Lisa Schneider is a 2012 graduate of Mount Mary University earning a Master's of Science degree in Art Therapy. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wisconsin as well as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Ms. Schneider specializes in working with children and adolescents having previous experience at a residential school for special needs children/adolescents and acute care.
Schneider integrates traditional talk therapy, art therapy and other experiential modalities and DBT/CBT.
Lisa Schneider is a 2012 graduate of Mount Mary University earning a Master's of Science degree in Art Therapy. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wisconsin as well as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Ms. Schneider specializes in working with children and adolescents having previous experience at a residential school for special needs children/adolescents and acute care.
(414) 441-3652 View (414) 441-3652
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Desiree Sigler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53215
The therapeutic techniques I am trained in are Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
In session, I provide a safe environment for emotional growth and introspection through a tailored treatment plan to increase healthy coping skills, mindfulness techniques, cognitive reframing of negative thinking/patterns, and empower self-confidence to evoke change and acceptance.
The therapeutic techniques I am trained in are Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
In session, I provide a safe environment for emotional growth and introspection through a tailored treatment plan to increase healthy coping skills, mindfulness techniques, cognitive reframing of negative thinking/patterns, and empower self-confidence to evoke change and acceptance.
(414) 348-4193 View (414) 348-4193
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Amy Vance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
Whether dealing with depression, grief, or PTSDtrauma, Amy offers a personalized approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT skill building, and mindfulness techniques to support her clients unique needs.
With over two decades of experience, Amy is passionate about helping individuals manage major life and health changes, including midlife and later life transitions, pain management, and medical conditions.
Whether dealing with depression, grief, or PTSDtrauma, Amy offers a personalized approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT skill building, and mindfulness techniques to support her clients unique needs.
With over two decades of experience, Amy is passionate about helping individuals manage major life and health changes, including midlife and later life transitions, pain management, and medical conditions.
(262) 392-8465 View (262) 392-8465
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Holly Heuer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
She brings a trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and mindfulness techniques.
Holly Heuer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at LifeStance Health, serving clients throughout Wisconsin. She specializes in helping teens, adults, and seniors navigate life’s complexities through individual, couples, and family therapy. Holly’s compassionate approach supports individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and ADHD, guiding them toward clarity and emotional well-being. Whether it's addressing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), managing relationship challenges, or assisting with life transitions, Holly offers a safe, collaborative space for her clients to explore and grow.
She brings a trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and mindfulness techniques.
Holly Heuer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at LifeStance Health, serving clients throughout Wisconsin. She specializes in helping teens, adults, and seniors navigate life’s complexities through individual, couples, and family therapy. Holly’s compassionate approach supports individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and ADHD, guiding them toward clarity and emotional well-being. Whether it's addressing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), managing relationship challenges, or assisting with life transitions, Holly offers a safe, collaborative space for her clients to explore and grow.
(262) 649-2453 View (262) 649-2453
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Lauren Griffith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
Lauren incorporates dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), traumafocused cognitive behavior therapy (TFCBT) and uses art and play therapy techniques to help clients improve their quality of life.
Lauren is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Valparaiso University. After completing her education, Lauren gained valuable experience working at Rogers Behavioral Health in their Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs before continuing her career working in the private outpatient setting. Lauren provides individual therapy to clients age 5 and up and has experience working with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, suicidal ideation, non suicidal self injurious behaviors, mood disorders and personality disorders.
Lauren incorporates dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), traumafocused cognitive behavior therapy (TFCBT) and uses art and play therapy techniques to help clients improve their quality of life.
Lauren is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Valparaiso University. After completing her education, Lauren gained valuable experience working at Rogers Behavioral Health in their Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs before continuing her career working in the private outpatient setting. Lauren provides individual therapy to clients age 5 and up and has experience working with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, suicidal ideation, non suicidal self injurious behaviors, mood disorders and personality disorders.
(262) 539-0502 View (262) 539-0502
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Emily Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53217
Emily integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her practice, ensuring that her clients receive wellrounded and effective care.
In addition to her focus on midlife transitions, Emily is deeply committed to working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ community, men, and women. She understands the complexities of gender identity and men’s issues, offering a compassionate and understanding approach that fosters a sense of safety and acceptance.
Emily integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her practice, ensuring that her clients receive wellrounded and effective care.
In addition to her focus on midlife transitions, Emily is deeply committed to working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ community, men, and women. She understands the complexities of gender identity and men’s issues, offering a compassionate and understanding approach that fosters a sense of safety and acceptance.
(414) 261-6762 View (414) 261-6762
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Inner Strength Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
" I do believe in educating clients with regard to CBT/ DBT/Mindfulness techniques, which are invaluable when used to improve everyday functioning and helping individuals manage distress.
I look at your upbringing while uncovering impactful past events. Together we process your parent's history and their parent's history to help determine characteristics brought to the table that were passed down to you. I help you put the pieces of the puzzle together that have brought you to this struggle. Together we can determine strengths to keep.
" I do believe in educating clients with regard to CBT/ DBT/Mindfulness techniques, which are invaluable when used to improve everyday functioning and helping individuals manage distress.
I look at your upbringing while uncovering impactful past events. Together we process your parent's history and their parent's history to help determine characteristics brought to the table that were passed down to you. I help you put the pieces of the puzzle together that have brought you to this struggle. Together we can determine strengths to keep.
(608) 420-3728 View (608) 420-3728
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Kailey Geitner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Serves Area
I utilize an integrative, trauma-informed approach, combining evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as, CBT, DBT, Brainspotting
I recognize the vulnerability and courage it takes to ask for support and I am grateful to have the opportunity to be part of your process. I have experience working with clients aged 13 and older navigating life’s transitions and most challenging moments. I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, build coping strategies, foster emotional healing, and empower personal growth. I have education and experience treating a variety of diagnoses and concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, relationship/family concerns, and overall growth.
I utilize an integrative, trauma-informed approach, combining evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as, CBT, DBT, Brainspotting
I recognize the vulnerability and courage it takes to ask for support and I am grateful to have the opportunity to be part of your process. I have experience working with clients aged 13 and older navigating life’s transitions and most challenging moments. I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, build coping strategies, foster emotional healing, and empower personal growth. I have education and experience treating a variety of diagnoses and concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, relationship/family concerns, and overall growth.
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David Phelps
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MSHR
3 Endorsed
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53202
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
(414) 877-6608 View (414) 877-6608
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Pamela L Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Pamela Banks, LPC, brings over 18 years of experience helping individuals and families in Wisconsin navigate mental health challenges. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and alcohol and drug use issues, using a compassionate and evidencebased approach. Pamela provides individual, couples, and family therapy, working with adolescents, adults, and seniors. Her practice focuses on empowering clients to overcome personal obstacles, heal from past traumas, and develop the skills necessary for lasting emotional wellbeing.
Pamela Banks, LPC, brings over 18 years of experience helping individuals and families in Wisconsin navigate mental health challenges. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and alcohol and drug use issues, using a compassionate and evidencebased approach. Pamela provides individual, couples, and family therapy, working with adolescents, adults, and seniors. Her practice focuses on empowering clients to overcome personal obstacles, heal from past traumas, and develop the skills necessary for lasting emotional wellbeing.
(414) 667-7820 View (414) 667-7820
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Claudia Beck Asztalos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
My therapeutic philosophy is that it's not what is wrong with you but what happened to you. I believe that symptoms like anxiety and depression are not signs of weakness but messages to our mind and body telling us that something is not right and needs to be addressed. Maladaptive ways of coping may have once served us by dulling stress or pain but are not working any more, and so we have to learn new, healthier, more adaptive coping skills. I believe both the body and mind work together and are ultimately designed to survive, heal and thrive. Sometimes we just need understanding, validation and support to navigate the process.
My therapeutic philosophy is that it's not what is wrong with you but what happened to you. I believe that symptoms like anxiety and depression are not signs of weakness but messages to our mind and body telling us that something is not right and needs to be addressed. Maladaptive ways of coping may have once served us by dulling stress or pain but are not working any more, and so we have to learn new, healthier, more adaptive coping skills. I believe both the body and mind work together and are ultimately designed to survive, heal and thrive. Sometimes we just need understanding, validation and support to navigate the process.
(414) 626-9606 View (414) 626-9606
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Eva Bloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Town, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Eva Bloom, LCSW, offers compassionate mental health care to adults and seniors across Wisconsin. Specializing in individual therapy, Eva works closely with clients to help them manage anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, providing tailored support for those navigating life's complex challenges. Whether helping individuals through midlife transitions or addressing the unique issues women face, Eva's approach is focused on fostering resilience and emotional wellbeing.
Eva Bloom, LCSW, offers compassionate mental health care to adults and seniors across Wisconsin. Specializing in individual therapy, Eva works closely with clients to help them manage anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, providing tailored support for those navigating life's complex challenges. Whether helping individuals through midlife transitions or addressing the unique issues women face, Eva's approach is focused on fostering resilience and emotional wellbeing.
(414) 262-6129 View (414) 262-6129
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