Available Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
As a practitioner, I recognize that difficult life experiences can deeply impact a person’s emotional and physical well-being. My goal as a guide is to hear my client’s experiences, process their journey, and help them develop a meaningful understanding of themselves.
As a practitioner, I recognize that difficult life experiences can deeply impact a person’s emotional and physical well-being. My goal as a guide is to hear my client’s experiences, process their journey, and help them develop a meaningful understanding of themselves.
Elizabeth Menon obtained her Master’s in Clinical Counseling: Art Therapy from Adler University Chicago and has been practicing since 2020. She has worked with diverse populations and passionate about providing services to underserved populations, such as the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folks, to address systemic stressors impacting them daily. Elizabeth has worked in community care, substance use settings, primary care clinics, and outpatient clinics. Elizabeth works with adults ages 18 + to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, life transitions, interpersonal relationship concerns, and systemic barriers.Elizabeth Menon obtained her Mast
Elizabeth Menon obtained her Master’s in Clinical Counseling: Art Therapy from Adler University Chicago and has been practicing since 2020. She has worked with diverse populations and passionate about providing services to underserved populations, such as the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folks, to address systemic stressors impacting them daily. Elizabeth has worked in community care, substance use settings, primary care clinics, and outpatient clinics. Elizabeth works with adults ages 18 + to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, life transitions, interpersonal relationship concerns, and systemic barriers.Elizabeth Menon obtained her Mast
Lindsey Krauss, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, offers dedicated mental health support to individuals across Wisconsin. Specializing in individual therapy, Lindsey addresses a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Her practice is designed to support adults ranging from young adults to seniors, providing compassionate and evidence-based care. Lindsey is particularly adept at working with individuals affected by trauma, grief, and substance use issues.
Lindsey Krauss, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, offers dedicated mental health support to individuals across Wisconsin. Specializing in individual therapy, Lindsey addresses a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Her practice is designed to support adults ranging from young adults to seniors, providing compassionate and evidence-based care. Lindsey is particularly adept at working with individuals affected by trauma, grief, and substance use issues.
Amanda Metropolus- Milwaukee Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPC
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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You want to feel calm, patient, and in control—but instead you’re overwhelmed, snapping more than you want to, and wondering why everything feels so hard. You wake up already exhausted, your mind racing before the day even starts. You’re juggling kids, home, and work, and it never feels like enough. Maybe you’ve yelled in a way that scared you or found yourself hiding in the bathroom just trying to breathe. The guilt hits hard. At night, you replay the day, wondering what’s wrong. You love your kids deeply—but feel like you’ve lost yourself in the process.
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You want to feel calm, patient, and in control—but instead you’re overwhelmed, snapping more than you want to, and wondering why everything feels so hard. You wake up already exhausted, your mind racing before the day even starts. You’re juggling kids, home, and work, and it never feels like enough. Maybe you’ve yelled in a way that scared you or found yourself hiding in the bathroom just trying to breathe. The guilt hits hard. At night, you replay the day, wondering what’s wrong. You love your kids deeply—but feel like you’ve lost yourself in the process.
Emma Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Emma’s approach to the therapeutic relationship is to view each client as an individual, and to incorporate their wants, needs, and interests into the therapeutic space. She believes in a client centered, strengths-based approach. Within her practice, Emma utilizes elements of CBT, brainspotting, motivational interviewing, and play and talk therapy. Emma believes each client deserves to be met with kindness and compassion.Emma Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Emma’s approach to t
Emma Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Emma’s approach to the therapeutic relationship is to view each client as an individual, and to incorporate their wants, needs, and interests into the therapeutic space. She believes in a client centered, strengths-based approach. Within her practice, Emma utilizes elements of CBT, brainspotting, motivational interviewing, and play and talk therapy. Emma believes each client deserves to be met with kindness and compassion.Emma Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Emma’s approach to t
My ideal clients are individuals navigating life transitions, overwhelming stress, or complex emotional challenges. Many come to me feeling stuck and seeking clarity after difficult seasons. Drawing from my background in high-acuity inpatient care, I bring a calm, steady presence to help you move forward. I view our work as a dedicated team; I provide evidence-based guidance and a structured space while you bring your unique experience. Together, we identify your strengths to build the resilience needed for a more balanced future.
My ideal clients are individuals navigating life transitions, overwhelming stress, or complex emotional challenges. Many come to me feeling stuck and seeking clarity after difficult seasons. Drawing from my background in high-acuity inpatient care, I bring a calm, steady presence to help you move forward. I view our work as a dedicated team; I provide evidence-based guidance and a structured space while you bring your unique experience. Together, we identify your strengths to build the resilience needed for a more balanced future.
I provide treatment for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to openly explore their thoughts and feelings and achieve positive change. As an empathic listener, I help guide clients toward reaching their personal goals while learning skills to deal with challenges they face. I mainly use person-centered therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
I provide treatment for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to openly explore their thoughts and feelings and achieve positive change. As an empathic listener, I help guide clients toward reaching their personal goals while learning skills to deal with challenges they face. I mainly use person-centered therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
I currently am available weekday evenings and weekends.
Are you struggling with life's challenges that can feel overwhelming at times? You might feel overwhelmed by changes that were once manageable, experiencing frequent worries, a loss of motivation, or a sense of hopelessness. You may feel you've exhausted your usual coping methods yet still feel uneasy. With help you can learn to understand your emotions, navigate complex relationships, explore your sense of self, or manageably transition through significant life changes. Therapy extends beyond just finding someone to listen; therapy can provide valuable insights, offer constructive feedback, and facilitate meaningful change.
I currently am available weekday evenings and weekends.
Are you struggling with life's challenges that can feel overwhelming at times? You might feel overwhelmed by changes that were once manageable, experiencing frequent worries, a loss of motivation, or a sense of hopelessness. You may feel you've exhausted your usual coping methods yet still feel uneasy. With help you can learn to understand your emotions, navigate complex relationships, explore your sense of self, or manageably transition through significant life changes. Therapy extends beyond just finding someone to listen; therapy can provide valuable insights, offer constructive feedback, and facilitate meaningful change.
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals navigate the complex relationship between anxiety and substance use. I work with clients who are in recovery and those that exist in the "gray area" of substances—where you may not need a detox center, but you know your relationship with substances is no longer serving you. I won't just nod and listen; I will actively help you build a toolkit to handle life’s stressors with clarity and confidence.
I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals navigate the complex relationship between anxiety and substance use. I work with clients who are in recovery and those that exist in the "gray area" of substances—where you may not need a detox center, but you know your relationship with substances is no longer serving you. I won't just nod and listen; I will actively help you build a toolkit to handle life’s stressors with clarity and confidence.
At Meadowbrook Counseling, we specialize in helping people overcome trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, attachment disorders, relationship distress, and personality disorders. We personalize treatment based on your individual needs and use research based methods. Some of the methods we utilize are EMDR Therapy, CBT, DBT, SolutionFocus and Neurofeedback. We welcome individuals and families of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We strive to help you improve mental health and strengthen family relationships by providing competent and compassionate counseling services to individuals, couples and families. We will help you navigate and conquer the unique challenges you face.
At Meadowbrook Counseling, we specialize in helping people overcome trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, attachment disorders, relationship distress, and personality disorders. We personalize treatment based on your individual needs and use research based methods. Some of the methods we utilize are EMDR Therapy, CBT, DBT, SolutionFocus and Neurofeedback. We welcome individuals and families of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We strive to help you improve mental health and strengthen family relationships by providing competent and compassionate counseling services to individuals, couples and families. We will help you navigate and conquer the unique challenges you face.
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.
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.
I work with individuals of all ages as well as couples and families. I primarily work with trauma, anxiety, depression, family reunification and gender identity, but am here to help with whatever may be troubling you. I am also a LGBTQIA+ affirming and multiculturally sensitive practitioner.
I work with individuals of all ages as well as couples and families. I primarily work with trauma, anxiety, depression, family reunification and gender identity, but am here to help with whatever may be troubling you. I am also a LGBTQIA+ affirming and multiculturally sensitive practitioner.
I’m passionate about helping people navigate difficult seasons of life while building resilience, confidence, and self-understanding. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Social Work and have experience working in school, outpatient and higher levels of care. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a safe space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I’m passionate about helping people navigate difficult seasons of life while building resilience, confidence, and self-understanding. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Social Work and have experience working in school, outpatient and higher levels of care. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a safe space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients, with openings on Thursday during the daytime, and Tuesday evenings.
Many people I work with feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or depression while trying to keep everything together on the outside. You may struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, or coping habits—like substance use or emotional avoidance—that once helped but no longer feel sustainable. Therapy can be a place to slow down, understand these patterns, and build healthier ways of coping. I'm here to help you find a new path forward.
I am currently accepting new telehealth clients, with openings on Thursday during the daytime, and Tuesday evenings.
Many people I work with feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or depression while trying to keep everything together on the outside. You may struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, or coping habits—like substance use or emotional avoidance—that once helped but no longer feel sustainable. Therapy can be a place to slow down, understand these patterns, and build healthier ways of coping. I'm here to help you find a new path forward.
It can be difficult to ask for help when life gets overwhelming and you believe you should be able to handle everything on your own. Everyone needs support at times. Let's work together to identify and change unhealthy patterns in your life. My goal is to provide a judgement-free space for you to share unique strengths and challenges. Most clients benefit from simply being heard and validated without judgement. Keep an open mind and consider new approaches to coping, acceptance and problem resolution and you'll experience change.
It can be difficult to ask for help when life gets overwhelming and you believe you should be able to handle everything on your own. Everyone needs support at times. Let's work together to identify and change unhealthy patterns in your life. My goal is to provide a judgement-free space for you to share unique strengths and challenges. Most clients benefit from simply being heard and validated without judgement. Keep an open mind and consider new approaches to coping, acceptance and problem resolution and you'll experience change.
As the founder of A Touch of Joy Mental Wellness Services, my goal is for every client to feel welcomed, respected, and valued. For the last 15 years I have treated clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and find it to be very effective. This time has afforded me the opportunity to touch the lives of many adults, children, couples, and families. I am passionate about my work with each client and use my faith to sustain balance and integrity. It is my hope that your time with me will bring you into a greater awareness and appreciation for who you are!
As the founder of A Touch of Joy Mental Wellness Services, my goal is for every client to feel welcomed, respected, and valued. For the last 15 years I have treated clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and find it to be very effective. This time has afforded me the opportunity to touch the lives of many adults, children, couples, and families. I am passionate about my work with each client and use my faith to sustain balance and integrity. It is my hope that your time with me will bring you into a greater awareness and appreciation for who you are!
I'm available M-F and every other Sat/Sun, mornings and afternoons.
I support busy individuals who often put themselves last. Therapy with me is flexible, compassionate, and designed for real life-virtual sessions you can attend from wherever you are-even from a parked car during a work break. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to handle it alone. We can work together to ease suffering and build a greater sense of balance. I promote clients increasing awareness of thoughts, emotions, and patterns, identifying stuck points, and practicing skills that foster confidence and relief.
I'm available M-F and every other Sat/Sun, mornings and afternoons.
I support busy individuals who often put themselves last. Therapy with me is flexible, compassionate, and designed for real life-virtual sessions you can attend from wherever you are-even from a parked car during a work break. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to handle it alone. We can work together to ease suffering and build a greater sense of balance. I promote clients increasing awareness of thoughts, emotions, and patterns, identifying stuck points, and practicing skills that foster confidence and relief.
Nickie is a licensed clinical social worker who has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin La-Crosse, and a master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Prior to practicing as an outpatient psychotherapist, she has previous experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital and various university settings in order to assist adolescents, adults, and families in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues.
Nickie is a licensed clinical social worker who has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin La-Crosse, and a master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Prior to practicing as an outpatient psychotherapist, she has previous experience working at Rogers Memorial Hospital and various university settings in order to assist adolescents, adults, and families in dealing with a wide range of mental health issues.
I'm available in the evening.
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.
I'm available in the evening.
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.
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How do I find a therapist near me who is accepting new patients?
Finding a therapist who is actively accepting new patients can feel overwhelming, so it can be helpful to narrow your search down as much as possible. Use the Psychology Today Therapy Directory to search specifically for therapists who are in your state and who are accepting new patients right now, so you are not wasting time reaching out to providers who have a closed waitlist. From there, you can narrow your search further by insurance, specialty, and whether you prefer in-person or online appointments. Once you find someone who looks like a good fit, you can reach out directly to confirm their availability and request an initial consultation.
How long does it typically take to get an appointment with a therapist?
Wait times for therapists in the US vary widely depending on where you live. In major cities, the wait can range from a few days to several weeks. In rural or underserved areas, it is not uncommon to wait several months. Wait times can also vary depending on the type of therapist you are looking for. In general, master's level therapists like licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) tend to be more widely available than psychologists, who hold a doctoral degree. Availability can also differ depending on the specialty you are looking for; therapists who specialize in areas like trauma, eating disorders, or child therapy tend to have longer wait times because there are fewer of them relative to the demand for their specific expertise.
What are my options if no therapists near me are accepting new patients right now?
If you are having difficulty finding a local therapist with availability, there are a few steps you can take. First, consider expanding your search to include online therapy, not just providers in your immediate geographic location. Online therapy has made it possible to see a licensed therapist in your state without needing to travel, and in many cases online providers have shorter wait times than local in-person practices. Second, your primary care doctor can be a helpful bridge while you wait. They can conduct an initial evaluation, provide referrals that may help move the process along, and in some cases connect you with other mental health resources in your area. Third, if your symptoms feel urgent, community mental health centers are designed to serve people regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they often have more flexibility for both crisis care and follow-up appointments than private practices do.