Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

I believe it is my role as a therapist to help support you in facilitating change in a nonjudgmental environment that offers accountability. We are a therapeutic team - you being the expert of your own experience and me being a sounding board for thoughts, feelings, and emotions. My therapeutic approach combines person centered therapy with aspects of cognitive behavioral (CBT), solutions focused, and dialectical-behavioral (DBT) therapies. This means we will implement skills for emotion regulation, communication, and facing anxiety while also making space to talk about your experiences.

Everyone has a time when they need support and struggle with asking for help. I know this from my own experience and interactions with others. When someone comes to me, I want to be sure that they know that I understand first the difficulty in deciding to ask for help and second that they feel safe enough to trust me with their story, thoughts, and emotions.

Kari Duncan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin with five years of experience. She received a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University. Kari believes the presence of a supportive, trusting relationship is necessary for growth, both in life and in treatment. Using authenticity, compassion, acceptance, and consistency, she strives to help her young clients and their caregivers understand that we are all imperfect people who have the strength and tools within ourselves to survive and thrive.

Relationships can get tricky at times, and when it becomes too difficult to figure out how to resolve it, seeing a professional trained to help couples and families can be very helpful. Trauma from our past can also affect present romantic, platonic and/or professional relationships. I believe that I am the counselor to help you address those issues and/or concerns if you are ready. It is important for me to let you to know that I will never force an issue to be discussed that you do not feel comfortable discussing.

I offer a warm, thoughtful style to create a space for understanding who you are and what brought you to therapy. To me, therapy is a kind of ongoing conversation that builds on that understanding. You come to it with your experience of yourself and your life story. I bring my many years of experience with people and life. It's supported by us working intentionally to quiet your self criticism and reframe what causes you pain to make more exploration possible.

I specialize in providing therapy to men for a variety of issues. This includes all men, straight or gay. Relationship issues, anxiety & mood issues, and chronic illnesses are common problems in my practice. This can also include rebuilding after a painful divorce process. Having good relationship skills whether at home or work is an increasingly important skill to have in order to function well.

My clients are employees, families, individuals, couples, and business people. Clients have found the calm, relaxed, safe and confidential environment needed to identify and overcome personal concerns, and to achieve specific goals. I whole-heartedly enjoy helping my clients to overcome their issues, recharge and refocus their lives. To every extent possible, I help my clients empower themselves to make the changes necessary to reach their goals. I start by thoughtfully listening to a client's individual situation, and identifying their options. Together, we, discuss, refocus, and explore new approaches to deal transitions of life.

How does life feel right now? Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, sadness, or lack of motivation on a frequent basis. Maybe you're not sure what you're feeling, but you know you're not where you want to be. Everyone struggles with overwhelming situations and emotions from time to time, and I am a firm believer that no obstacle you are facing right now is too big to tackle. As your therapist, I will use practical strategies that will guide you in your journey of empowerment and assist with creating a strengthened sense of self. I will help you make sense of difficult experiences and guide you to the life you most want to live.

I work primarily with couples and individuals experiencing relationship distress, mood disturbances and adjustment problems. Some of the outcomes that my clients typically seek are improved means of managing conflict, increase in positive emotional experiences , and ways to interact and relate more meaningfully. I focus on helping my clients gain deeper insights, identify and utilize their strengths and acknowledge and understand their emotional experiences.

Dr. Williams’ style of treatment is both safe and judgment free. He provides the type of environment in which individuals are assisted examining their personal experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors which may be undermining their own happiness. Self-awareness leads to self-control and the freedom to make choices and decisions. He is responsive, engaged and offers feedback with the mutual goal being the improvement of your life by increasing problem-solving abilities. His goal is to assist patients with their own decision making.

Welcome! We all have times in our lives when we feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, sadness, or are going through a big life change. If you are feeling stuck and like you could use some guidance, I can help support you through this time. As a therapist, I provide my clients with a safe space to work through difficulties, process their emotions and brainstorm new ways to cope. We will work together to help you feel better and achieve your goals.

Providing support to individuals in the Burlington and Milwaukee areas. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life and am consistently impressed with their ability to seek out help and health. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe in the strengths you already have while working toward the strengths you want to achieve. I integrate DBT theory and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a respectful and caring person while being direct and to the point to be as helpful as possible in your journey.

Therapy is a highly personal and unique process for each person. I strive to meet you where you are in life with a genuine and non-judgmental approach. We will work together to identify where you feel stuck, explore your strengths and what brings your life meaning, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself individually and in relation to others.

Making impactful, long-lasting change can be difficult. Draining mental health symptoms, substance use, and trauma can contribute to making positive lasting change feel like an impossible and daunting task. I understand the importance of wanting to find that immediate relief, as well as identifying and treating the root of the problem. An essential part of our work is exploring the past and making connections between the past and present. I enjoy getting to know my clients as individuals, assisting them in their journey of learning about themselves, and helping them learn the skills they need to live a more meaningful life.

When our own thoughts/images, body sensations, and feelings cause us significant anxiety, life feels like a constant roller coaster ride. Thoughts that we might hurt someone can be all the more distressing. To cope, we may try distracting ourselves, avoiding situations, or doing rituals. These behaviors are like feeding a hungry monster that continues growing bigger and stronger. The OCD/anxiety cycle is set in motion and probably feels out of your control. Until treated, it can manifest, is time-consuming, and, let’s face it, exhausting.

Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.