Therapists for Children in Milwaukee, WI
I work with clients from early childhood through young adulthood.
Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for support and ways to cope? Whether you are going through recent stressors or had past challenges, there is a path to a better tomorrow. Through exploration of your unique self, we can work together to guide you to your goals.
I work with clients from early childhood through young adulthood.
Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you looking for support and ways to cope? Whether you are going through recent stressors or had past challenges, there is a path to a better tomorrow. Through exploration of your unique self, we can work together to guide you to your goals.
I often work with individuals struggling with attachment issues and childhood trauma, and I feel privileged to hold space for you to work through life's challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with experience using a variety of modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Crisis Stabilization and Intervention, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, Trauma Informed and Person Centered Care. I use reflective listening and empathy to support you while working collaboratively toward your goals.
I often work with individuals struggling with attachment issues and childhood trauma, and I feel privileged to hold space for you to work through life's challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with experience using a variety of modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Crisis Stabilization and Intervention, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, Trauma Informed and Person Centered Care. I use reflective listening and empathy to support you while working collaboratively toward your goals.
Between degrees, I worked as a Montessori assistant teacher, fueling my passion for child development and family support.
I provide evidence-based therapies—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent- Child Interaction Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention. I take a client-centered approach, applying practical strategies for anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skills, relational stress, chronic pain, and behavioral goals.
Between degrees, I worked as a Montessori assistant teacher, fueling my passion for child development and family support.
I provide evidence-based therapies—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent- Child Interaction Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention. I take a client-centered approach, applying practical strategies for anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skills, relational stress, chronic pain, and behavioral goals.
My ideal client may be a child, teen, or adult who is navigating the emotional weight of everyday life.
I offer compassionate and inclusive support through grounding tools, mindfulness, and coping strategies to manage stress. As an art therapist, I also guide creative expression with art, movement, or self-reflection to foster insight, emotional regulation, and healing in a safe, welcoming space.
My ideal client may be a child, teen, or adult who is navigating the emotional weight of everyday life.
I offer compassionate and inclusive support through grounding tools, mindfulness, and coping strategies to manage stress. As an art therapist, I also guide creative expression with art, movement, or self-reflection to foster insight, emotional regulation, and healing in a safe, welcoming space.
My areas of focus include early childhood mental health, ADHD, medical diagnosis, and trauma.
Interwoven within art and play, I find that these creative forms of engagement are conduits for safety, non-verbal and verbal communication, wellness, and intuitive connections. My approach is collaborative and organic, following your lead, while integrating somatic experiences, art, and cultural sensitivity to navigate life’s experiences.
My areas of focus include early childhood mental health, ADHD, medical diagnosis, and trauma.
Interwoven within art and play, I find that these creative forms of engagement are conduits for safety, non-verbal and verbal communication, wellness, and intuitive connections. My approach is collaborative and organic, following your lead, while integrating somatic experiences, art, and cultural sensitivity to navigate life’s experiences.
Normal is a setting on a dryer. We are all unique and valid with vast minds. We all have different situations and I believe in using those pieces to heal and build strength. While I specialize in trauma, neurodivergence, addiction, and mood, our struggles are usually not that one note or simple. I focus on all aspects of who you and where you want to be, building a strong relationship based on empathy, trust and non judgement. Life is rough, we lose sight of our way, stop seeing the beauty, forget who we are, feel stuck or changed. It takes courage to be vulnerable and reality is we are imperfectly perfect.
Normal is a setting on a dryer. We are all unique and valid with vast minds. We all have different situations and I believe in using those pieces to heal and build strength. While I specialize in trauma, neurodivergence, addiction, and mood, our struggles are usually not that one note or simple. I focus on all aspects of who you and where you want to be, building a strong relationship based on empathy, trust and non judgement. Life is rough, we lose sight of our way, stop seeing the beauty, forget who we are, feel stuck or changed. It takes courage to be vulnerable and reality is we are imperfectly perfect.
Life can be challenging and I believe people are resilient. I use a holistic, strength-based approach to meet you where you are at and create a safe, non-judgmental space to work through hardships.
Life can be challenging and I believe people are resilient. I use a holistic, strength-based approach to meet you where you are at and create a safe, non-judgmental space to work through hardships.
In addition to seeing adults, I do theraplay, this modality builds positive, warm, relationships between parent and child.
“Hope is the thing with feathers – That perches in the soul – And sings the tune without the words-and never stops at all.” Emily Dickinson. Hope begins the journey for each of us to become the person we want to be. With positive unconditional regard and someone who listens, we humans naturally gravitate to feel comfort in who we are. We move toward health, self discovery, and compassion for ourselves and others. I’m passionate about being part of each person’s journey, focusing on each individual’s strengths and resilience. Clients also become comfortable in their bodies as healing our bodies facilitates mental and physical health.
In addition to seeing adults, I do theraplay, this modality builds positive, warm, relationships between parent and child.
“Hope is the thing with feathers – That perches in the soul – And sings the tune without the words-and never stops at all.” Emily Dickinson. Hope begins the journey for each of us to become the person we want to be. With positive unconditional regard and someone who listens, we humans naturally gravitate to feel comfort in who we are. We move toward health, self discovery, and compassion for ourselves and others. I’m passionate about being part of each person’s journey, focusing on each individual’s strengths and resilience. Clients also become comfortable in their bodies as healing our bodies facilitates mental and physical health.
I have extensive training in working with ADHD, anxiety management as well as children and adolescents.
Therapy doesn't have to be a serious, scary or daunting process. In therapy with me, you will feel comfortable and supported while receiving the support and tools you need to meet your goals and move forward. I have been a licensed clinician for 15 years and, in that time, have loved working with clients who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, depression, life stress and life transitions including parenthood, career changes, going to college and relationship changes and peer concerns just to name a few.
I have extensive training in working with ADHD, anxiety management as well as children and adolescents.
Therapy doesn't have to be a serious, scary or daunting process. In therapy with me, you will feel comfortable and supported while receiving the support and tools you need to meet your goals and move forward. I have been a licensed clinician for 15 years and, in that time, have loved working with clients who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, depression, life stress and life transitions including parenthood, career changes, going to college and relationship changes and peer concerns just to name a few.
Jen works with children, adolescents, adults and families.
She uses therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness. Jen's goal when working with clients is to improve their quality of life, empower clients to take control over their patterns of thoughts and behavior, and educate them in regards to their mental health.
Jen works with children, adolescents, adults and families.
She uses therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Mindfulness. Jen's goal when working with clients is to improve their quality of life, empower clients to take control over their patterns of thoughts and behavior, and educate them in regards to their mental health.
I offer traditional weekly sessions and intensives (consultation required). I currently work at Sacred Art Counseling in Kenosha and online for Headway (Intensives through simple practice). I am available for cash pay at both locations and the insurance varies for either. I am Somatic Trauma Therapy Certified and work with the complex issues that trauma can bring, along with depression, anxiety and a battery of other symptomatology! I work couples and individuals!
I offer traditional weekly sessions and intensives (consultation required). I currently work at Sacred Art Counseling in Kenosha and online for Headway (Intensives through simple practice). I am available for cash pay at both locations and the insurance varies for either. I am Somatic Trauma Therapy Certified and work with the complex issues that trauma can bring, along with depression, anxiety and a battery of other symptomatology! I work couples and individuals!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my journey into the field of mental health has been personal and shaped by my belief in the inherent worth and potential of individuals. I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment where my clients feel truly heard and valued. Rooted in person-centered therapy, I understand that each person’s experience is unique, and my role is not to impose solutions but to walk alongside them as they discover their own path toward healing and growth. For me, counseling is not about being the expert, rather being an active and supportive presence in my clients' lives.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my journey into the field of mental health has been personal and shaped by my belief in the inherent worth and potential of individuals. I am passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment where my clients feel truly heard and valued. Rooted in person-centered therapy, I understand that each person’s experience is unique, and my role is not to impose solutions but to walk alongside them as they discover their own path toward healing and growth. For me, counseling is not about being the expert, rather being an active and supportive presence in my clients' lives.
My focus as a therapist is creating a collaborative and supportive space for children, adolescents, and adults navigating challenges like mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and identity exploration.
My approach is deeply relational and I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a foundation for growth and healing. I meet each client where they are and work together to find meaning, build resilience, and foster self-acceptance.
My focus as a therapist is creating a collaborative and supportive space for children, adolescents, and adults navigating challenges like mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and identity exploration.
My approach is deeply relational and I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a foundation for growth and healing. I meet each client where they are and work together to find meaning, build resilience, and foster self-acceptance.
I am a doctoral-level psychotherapist dedicated to identifying and addressing your mental health concerns with professionalism, confidentiality, and respect. My collaborative approach ensures that we work together to provide symptom relief and improve your well-being. With a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and extensive training and supervision, I am well-equipped to support you. This support is important this process can My focus is on psychotherapy, emphasizing behavioral change to help you understand and manage your issues effectively. Psychotherapy often leads to a significant reduction in feelings of distress.
I am a doctoral-level psychotherapist dedicated to identifying and addressing your mental health concerns with professionalism, confidentiality, and respect. My collaborative approach ensures that we work together to provide symptom relief and improve your well-being. With a doctoral degree in clinical psychology and extensive training and supervision, I am well-equipped to support you. This support is important this process can My focus is on psychotherapy, emphasizing behavioral change to help you understand and manage your issues effectively. Psychotherapy often leads to a significant reduction in feelings of distress.
I specialize in working with kids (6 years and up) & teens, young adults (18-30), and my peers in the LGBTQIA+ community.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, identity issues, ADHD, and behavioral issues. I enjoy combining different techniques with my clients, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), relational therapy, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, and mindfulness.
I specialize in working with kids (6 years and up) & teens, young adults (18-30), and my peers in the LGBTQIA+ community.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, identity issues, ADHD, and behavioral issues. I enjoy combining different techniques with my clients, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), relational therapy, LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, and mindfulness.
My work in eating disorder treatment and early childhood education has shown me how deeply our relationships, environments, and early experiences shape the way we see ourselves and connect with others.
I am a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with experience supporting couples that encounter communication pattern difficulties, resentment, and challenges navigating relationship roles. I have worked with individuals from LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, as well as clients living with OCD, anxiety, trauma, anger, and eating disorders. My background includes work as a case manager in an eating disorder treatment facility, practicing from a Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned perspective.
My work in eating disorder treatment and early childhood education has shown me how deeply our relationships, environments, and early experiences shape the way we see ourselves and connect with others.
I am a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with experience supporting couples that encounter communication pattern difficulties, resentment, and challenges navigating relationship roles. I have worked with individuals from LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, as well as clients living with OCD, anxiety, trauma, anger, and eating disorders. My background includes work as a case manager in an eating disorder treatment facility, practicing from a Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned perspective.
I work with children and young adults to develop healthy coping skills.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, I'm here to guide you toward growth and empowerment. Through collaborative, client-centered therapy, we'll identify your strengths, set meaningful goals, and develop practical strategies for personal development. Committing to ethical standards and best practices, I've supported individuals and families in various settings, including residential facilities, inpatient units, and community organizations.
I work with children and young adults to develop healthy coping skills.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, I'm here to guide you toward growth and empowerment. Through collaborative, client-centered therapy, we'll identify your strengths, set meaningful goals, and develop practical strategies for personal development. Committing to ethical standards and best practices, I've supported individuals and families in various settings, including residential facilities, inpatient units, and community organizations.
My experience with children and adults has grown over the past 8 years as a Mental Health Counselor.
My goal is to meet all clients where they are at on their journeys. Through the use of a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness, my clients have found peace and success in moving forward through difficult life situations. Each client has a unique story; I am determined to discover the story and assist the client in exploring the possibilities of a well balanced life. In providing a safe place to explore the feelings of disappointment, grief, anxiety, depression, and addiction, current and former clients have discovered these temporary vices prevent the client from moving forward.
My experience with children and adults has grown over the past 8 years as a Mental Health Counselor.
My goal is to meet all clients where they are at on their journeys. Through the use of a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness, my clients have found peace and success in moving forward through difficult life situations. Each client has a unique story; I am determined to discover the story and assist the client in exploring the possibilities of a well balanced life. In providing a safe place to explore the feelings of disappointment, grief, anxiety, depression, and addiction, current and former clients have discovered these temporary vices prevent the client from moving forward.
Many people with trauma or PTSD also have relationship problems, addictions, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and other mental health concerns. This is completely normal. If you suffered from trauma, you had to adapt to survive. You had to be watchful and on alert to protect yourself. This probably led to feelings of anxiety, anger, loneliness, and fear.
You might feel misunderstood, judged, and depressed. You might feel like giving up. You worry that your life isn't on track like your peers. It's common to feel like you can't always trust people, and this makes it hard to have healthy relationships.
Many people with trauma or PTSD also have relationship problems, addictions, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and other mental health concerns. This is completely normal. If you suffered from trauma, you had to adapt to survive. You had to be watchful and on alert to protect yourself. This probably led to feelings of anxiety, anger, loneliness, and fear.
You might feel misunderstood, judged, and depressed. You might feel like giving up. You worry that your life isn't on track like your peers. It's common to feel like you can't always trust people, and this makes it hard to have healthy relationships.
Stephany Pruitt, MS, THD, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, THD, LPC
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53216
In addition, I specialize in individual, Adults and Families, Family Reunification, Pediatrics - Childhood, ADHD, Disruptive Behaviors, Social Emotional Problems, Adolescents, Young Adulthood and Behavioral Problems, Domestic Violence, sexual abuse and spirituality.
"Hope motivates Change." Careful Balance of evidenced-based therapy's, holistic approaches, and spirituality, in ways that offer more optimal recovery and functioning. Treating the whole person rather than just symptom relief. Person Centered, Recovery-Orientated Care. Helping to build on strengths, resilience, and manage recovery. Help to provide wellness skills that encourage relapse prevention and re-build social skills where possible. Some approaches include trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, Rogerian, Stages of Change, Motivational Interveiwing and natural alternatives-when and where possible.
In addition, I specialize in individual, Adults and Families, Family Reunification, Pediatrics - Childhood, ADHD, Disruptive Behaviors, Social Emotional Problems, Adolescents, Young Adulthood and Behavioral Problems, Domestic Violence, sexual abuse and spirituality.
"Hope motivates Change." Careful Balance of evidenced-based therapy's, holistic approaches, and spirituality, in ways that offer more optimal recovery and functioning. Treating the whole person rather than just symptom relief. Person Centered, Recovery-Orientated Care. Helping to build on strengths, resilience, and manage recovery. Help to provide wellness skills that encourage relapse prevention and re-build social skills where possible. Some approaches include trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, Rogerian, Stages of Change, Motivational Interveiwing and natural alternatives-when and where possible.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.