BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

Life is filled with peaks and valleys and it is my goal to help you navigate life's challenges and aid in your personal growth to become the best and healthiest version of yourself. I view therapy as a collaborative process and believe that you are the expert in your own life. I provide a safe and supportive space for you to start doing the deep and rewarding work of facing your struggles and moving towards a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I enjoy walking a journey of self-discovery with clients who want to have a more meaningful life and enhanced interpersonal relationships. Struggling with depression and anxiety makes life seem overwhelming and change difficult. I can help.

Has your "I do" turned into "I'm not sure"? Or perhaps you've discovered the love you have for your spouse doesn't seem to be enough? Maybe feelings of emptiness are overpowering every area of your life? You want relief from those feelings of loneliness and emptiness, but it seems you can't seem to find it.

I have over 25 years of clinical experience helping children, adolescents and adults navigate life's transitions. Combining cutting edge innovative techniques with a broad assortment of traditional approaches, I provide a unique approach tailored to the individuals and families that I work with. And, as a certified trauma specialist I work with both acute and complex trauma issues, in the understanding that trauma truly is in the eye of the beholder.

With compassion and understanding, I work to create a safe and trusting environment for individuals to share their inner most thoughts and feelings.  I will also meet each individual where they are in life and to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth the they are committed to accomplishing. As a therapist uniquely trained to listen in depth, I offer my warm, thoughtful style and more then 15 years of experience to listen with patience, understanding and insight.  If you are wanting more than just listening and understanding, you maybe seeking therapy because today's troubles express how something's not working for you.  My psychodynamic approach considers your current circumstance, past history, feelings and motivations, dreams and disappointments. In short, you as a whole person. By looking at you as a whole person, I can help you develop your self understanding and acceptance so that you can be more open of your strengths, accepting of your limitations, capable of a living a fuller life and confident about today.

Throughout my 13 years of counseling a diverse population of clients, I have found that everyone wants the same thing... an increased sense of happiness and peace. This means something different to us all. I am here to help you figure out what that means to you, and how to obtain it.

I specialize in the field of behavioral sleep medicine. I work exclusively with those who have sleep problems. I offer cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia, a treatment recommended by groups such as the American College of Physicians and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. I also work with people who have chronic nightmares or difficulty adjusting to their PAP treatment for sleep apnea. Some of my patients have problems with their circadian rhythm. For example, they struggle with shift work, or they are extreme "night owls" and have difficulty getting up for work or school.

I welcome all couples struggling with the pain of habitual argument; lost emotional-sexual intimacy; broken trust from infidelity, as well as personal trauma related to drugs, alcohol, sexual and/or domestic abuse. Additionally, I treat partners experiencing love, sex, and porn addictions. If you're living thru a troubled relationship with dark moments, and struggling to achieve a thriving bright future, EMAIL ME! My therapy process offers you the opportunity/experience to transform your relationship into a living treasure by you growing into a more skillful, more caring, loving partner and communicator.

Greetings! ¡Saludos! My name is Dr. Lauren Mascari (pronouns: she or they). I specialize in working with children and adolescents with LGBTQIA+ needs, behavioral challenges, safety concerns such suicidal ideation or self-harm, and symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and traumatic experiences. I collaborate with youth and families to achieve better functioning by building upon strengths. I also specialize in identity development and culturally centered healing for all ages.

Do you feel like you are struggling in the darkness of depression, grief or trauma? Do you feel stuck, lost or numb? Is anger affecting your relationships, work or other aspects of your life? Do you regularly feel anxious or unsettled? We are passionate about supporting others in finding the path towards mental wellness. This includes creating a safe space to explore your feelings, process past traumatic experiences and develop healthy, helpful coping tools. You don’t have to do this alone. We want to help you find light in the darkness and restore the hope you’ve lost.

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.

I am a doctoral level psychotherapist that will identify your mental health problem quickly in a professional, confidential and respectful manner. I believe in working as a team with the patient to provide symptom relief in the problem areas. My approach to therapy involves helping you understand your problem so that you will feel comfortable throughout the therapeutic process. My doctoral degree is in clinical psychology. My clinic is certified by the state of Wisconsin as a Certified Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. This is your guarantee that we are doing things correctly to protect our patients.

I have been providing therapy for over 30 years, specializing in treating anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, relationship issues and individuals with disabilities. Life provides us with numerous challenges and struggles, however, I have found that we have the ability to create many do-overs during our life-time. Therapy is a great way to create change, learn self-acceptance and heal.

Overwhelmed during a challenging time? We at the Lighthouse Clinic, realize that even the strongest of us can be under an extra burden of anxiety and fear. Uncertainty and apprehension can take over. Talking to a therapist about your concerns can lessen the feelings of distress at this time of high-anxiety.

It's important to me that my clients feel welcome and safe enough to show up exactly as they are. I do my best to attend to my clients in a fully present and available way so that I can deeply witness, listen, and respond with clarity, non-judgment, and compassion. I believe that psychotherapy can be a powerful vehicle for self-discovery, self-acceptance, and transformation. I draw on my own experiences of joy and suffering to be with my clients in a human way.

I have provided psychotherapy for over 20 years to people who want to make changes and grow in their lives. I enjoy helping individuals work through a variety of issues including stress and anxiety, grief and loss, body image and self esteem. I have been voted by my peers and recognized in Milwaukee Magazine as a preferred psychotherapist in Milwaukee. My treatment approach is to help you use your strengths to find solutions to resolve your problems and change dysfunctional thoughts and behavioral patterns.

I strongly believe that every person has the inner strength to deal with and conquer any obstacle they may face. They often need a "guide"to help them face the uncomfortable emotions that come from facing these obstacles. I see my role as the "guide"-offering and utilizing different modes of therapy to empower each person. People then tend to identify their strengths and become the master of their own healing.

A large part of my practice is inclusive of conducting (neuro)psychological evaluations. Typical presenting problems include concerns about attention/ADHD, learning, trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, memory, disruptive behavior, hyperactivity, social interactions/Autism, dementia, neurobehavioral disorders, traumatic brain injury, and cognitive impairments among others. Evaluations assist with diagnosing, offering treatment recommendations, noting progress and current level of functioning, assisting with getting school-related help, recommendations for guardianship, etc. I also offer therapeutic services. I believe that developing a deeper understanding of oneself is important so individuals can become free to embrace their inner strengths, solidify their belief systems, and reach their greatest potential.

My focus is to provide Behavioral Health and Substance Use Recovery services to individuals struggling emotionally, physically, and socially in a Trauma Informed environment. Services provided come from a holistic approach. Sessions offered are individual therapy, re-entry support, and group therapy.