Codependency Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

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Julie Zemke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
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 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.
(414) 519-9885 View (414) 519-9885
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Caitie McCormack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Wouldn't it be cool to actually enjoy the life you're living? Accepting clients from Illinois and Wisconsin, Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns... so they can live the life they want. She is trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
Wouldn't it be cool to actually enjoy the life you're living? Accepting clients from Illinois and Wisconsin, Caitie works with highly motivated individual adults and couples, helping them navigate trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, women’s health issues, and sex-related concerns... so they can live the life they want. She is trained in EMDR, which facilitates the reprocessing of distressing experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop interfering with your life. Some specialty treatment areas include trauma in the forms of medical, religious, interpersonal, childhood, and one-time traumatic events and phobias.
(224) 571-9904 View (224) 571-9904
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Jennifer Barenz
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing challenges including: trauma and PTSD, eating disorders, codependency, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
I believe therapy should be the right blend of supportive and challenging. I provide a warm and accepting environment while also striving to be as honest and direct about thought patterns and behaviors that may be holding you back. My ideal client is one who is open to learning about themselves and their patterns, who wants to be challenged, and who is able to identify their goals for therapy. They want to understand how they can work through issues from their past that may be preventing them from full engaging in their present.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing challenges including: trauma and PTSD, eating disorders, codependency, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
I believe therapy should be the right blend of supportive and challenging. I provide a warm and accepting environment while also striving to be as honest and direct about thought patterns and behaviors that may be holding you back. My ideal client is one who is open to learning about themselves and their patterns, who wants to be challenged, and who is able to identify their goals for therapy. They want to understand how they can work through issues from their past that may be preventing them from full engaging in their present.
(608) 909-9659 View (608) 909-9659
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Melanie Murray LPC SEP
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFA, LPC, SEP, BCST
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you sensitive, emotionally intellegent, yet internally exhausted from relationships that have you doubting yourself. If you've experienced chronic emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse or learned early on to prioritize others at the expense of yourself, you may feel stuck in cycles of over-giving, self-blame, and nervous system overwhelm. I work with adults who are ready to heal at the root level, not just manage symptoms. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I offer a grounded, relational, and body based approach that helps to unwind early childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and chronic nervous system dysregulation.
Are you sensitive, emotionally intellegent, yet internally exhausted from relationships that have you doubting yourself. If you've experienced chronic emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse or learned early on to prioritize others at the expense of yourself, you may feel stuck in cycles of over-giving, self-blame, and nervous system overwhelm. I work with adults who are ready to heal at the root level, not just manage symptoms. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I offer a grounded, relational, and body based approach that helps to unwind early childhood trauma, attachment wounds, and chronic nervous system dysregulation.
(817) 241-3263 View (817) 241-3263
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Alicia Meyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a good fit for people who feel lost or un-compassed in their life due to codependency (a chronic neglect of the Self) and/or trauma.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck in some significant ways. I try to balance providing relief to those stuck areas along with helping clients gain insight into why they may have become stuck in the first place. I help clients to examine the themes of their life. Together we work to change out the maladaptive story for an adaptive one.
I am a good fit for people who feel lost or un-compassed in their life due to codependency (a chronic neglect of the Self) and/or trauma.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck in some significant ways. I try to balance providing relief to those stuck areas along with helping clients gain insight into why they may have become stuck in the first place. I help clients to examine the themes of their life. Together we work to change out the maladaptive story for an adaptive one.
(414) 626-0467 View (414) 626-0467
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Cameron Overton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, CSAC
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211
As a Black, Queer, and Transmasc practitioner, I know how difficult it can be to find providers who are both competent and compassionate, especially when navigating life’s hardest challenges. My work is to create a space where you can bring your full self, knowing that every part of your story matters. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or knowing which way to go next? Are you scared and just need someone to understand why?
As a Black, Queer, and Transmasc practitioner, I know how difficult it can be to find providers who are both competent and compassionate, especially when navigating life’s hardest challenges. My work is to create a space where you can bring your full self, knowing that every part of your story matters. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or knowing which way to go next? Are you scared and just need someone to understand why?
(414) 348-8397 View (414) 348-8397
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LIFE Wellness and Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, CCMHC
Milwaukee, WI 53227
As a board certified trauma clinician, my primary goal is to help clients navigate their healing journey from anxiety, depression, trauma, and uncertainties in life. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can express their thoughts and emotions without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals. Using evidence-based therapies and techniques, I help clients explore the root causes of their challenges and develop effective coping strategies. I employ a person-centered approach and top priority is to ensure my clients feel safe and heard.
As a board certified trauma clinician, my primary goal is to help clients navigate their healing journey from anxiety, depression, trauma, and uncertainties in life. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can express their thoughts and emotions without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals. Using evidence-based therapies and techniques, I help clients explore the root causes of their challenges and develop effective coping strategies. I employ a person-centered approach and top priority is to ensure my clients feel safe and heard.
(414) 667-6029 View (414) 667-6029
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Nicole L Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CSAC, ICS, LPC
Milwaukee, WI 53216
Hello and Welcome! I am committed to helping individuals with resources needed for a balanced life. I understand that life is not always as simple as we want it to be; you do not have to figure it all out alone.
Hello and Welcome! I am committed to helping individuals with resources needed for a balanced life. I understand that life is not always as simple as we want it to be; you do not have to figure it all out alone.
(414) 436-2630 View (414) 436-2630
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Kevin Roum
Counselor
Milwaukee, WI 53207
In my practice I focus on those who have been feeling "stuck." You may have been to see therapists before, but the core problem doesn't seem to go away. The core of many issues related to depression, anxiety, and other life challenges come in how we process and manage emotions. When feeling "emotionally uncomfortable," some of us might lash out and others of us might shut down. The type that shuts down might get very quiet, or say everything is fine when it is not fine, and be very uncomfortable with the idea that others might know what is going on in their heads. While this can keep us feeling safe, it also can feel isolating.
In my practice I focus on those who have been feeling "stuck." You may have been to see therapists before, but the core problem doesn't seem to go away. The core of many issues related to depression, anxiety, and other life challenges come in how we process and manage emotions. When feeling "emotionally uncomfortable," some of us might lash out and others of us might shut down. The type that shuts down might get very quiet, or say everything is fine when it is not fine, and be very uncomfortable with the idea that others might know what is going on in their heads. While this can keep us feeling safe, it also can feel isolating.
(262) 228-4306 View (262) 228-4306
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Garrett Wilk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SAC
13 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211
I am interested in the challenges and advantages of what it means to be highly sensitive or an empath. As a therapist, I am drawn to those who tend to struggle with issues like depression, life transitions/change, worry, anxiety, perfectionism, rumination, social anxiety, self-doubt, shame, and feelings of meaninglessness. I am here to help you through your challenges and provide support. My approach is to non-judgmentally understand what drives the behaviors that seem so difficult to change. I am dedicated to establishing an authentic, intentional, and trusting relationship.
I am interested in the challenges and advantages of what it means to be highly sensitive or an empath. As a therapist, I am drawn to those who tend to struggle with issues like depression, life transitions/change, worry, anxiety, perfectionism, rumination, social anxiety, self-doubt, shame, and feelings of meaninglessness. I am here to help you through your challenges and provide support. My approach is to non-judgmentally understand what drives the behaviors that seem so difficult to change. I am dedicated to establishing an authentic, intentional, and trusting relationship.
(262) 649-7576 View (262) 649-7576
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Michelle Elert
Counselor, MS, LPC
Milwaukee, WI 53226
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.
(414) 240-4490 View (414) 240-4490
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Valerie Wesp
Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Boundaries create connection, and connection is at the heart of healing. Join me in a brave space where you can build your skills to navigate the challenges of relating, and figure out how you want to be in relationships and step into your potential. I am most passionate about working with adults who want to build self-acceptance, heal traumatic stress, and establish a foundation for healthy relationships. I am sex-positive and passionate about providing affirming care to the LGBTQ+ and ethically non-monogamous communities, and hope to provide a shared understanding of what it is like to live with these identities.
Boundaries create connection, and connection is at the heart of healing. Join me in a brave space where you can build your skills to navigate the challenges of relating, and figure out how you want to be in relationships and step into your potential. I am most passionate about working with adults who want to build self-acceptance, heal traumatic stress, and establish a foundation for healthy relationships. I am sex-positive and passionate about providing affirming care to the LGBTQ+ and ethically non-monogamous communities, and hope to provide a shared understanding of what it is like to live with these identities.
(414) 441-1658 View (414) 441-1658
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Jami DeVolder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CGP, RYT
5 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I work with adults 25+ in WI and IL. My clients are those who want to do deeper therapeutic work, explore personal growth, and traverse challenging relationship dynamics (familial, romantic, or otherwise). I treat clients experiencing mood disorders, identity issues, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and those dealing with sexual, relationship, and intimacy problems. Often, a crisis or a crossroads brings folks to therapy and the treatment process allows them to make life-long improvements to the quality of their lives.
I work with adults 25+ in WI and IL. My clients are those who want to do deeper therapeutic work, explore personal growth, and traverse challenging relationship dynamics (familial, romantic, or otherwise). I treat clients experiencing mood disorders, identity issues, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and those dealing with sexual, relationship, and intimacy problems. Often, a crisis or a crossroads brings folks to therapy and the treatment process allows them to make life-long improvements to the quality of their lives.
(773) 801-5128 View (773) 801-5128
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Raquel Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
You don’t have to stay stuck between who you were and who you want to be. I help youth and adults heal from trauma, depression, anxiety and a multitude of different life issues through compassionate, culturally responsive therapy. Together, we focus on understanding your story, building emotional awareness, and developing practical tools to restore balance and confidence.
You don’t have to stay stuck between who you were and who you want to be. I help youth and adults heal from trauma, depression, anxiety and a multitude of different life issues through compassionate, culturally responsive therapy. Together, we focus on understanding your story, building emotional awareness, and developing practical tools to restore balance and confidence.
(920) 990-2101 View (920) 990-2101
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Melissa Gilliam
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Milwaukee, WI 53210
I am Melissa Gilliam, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young adults and adults who have suffered from trauma, family issues, sexual violence, relationships, and alcohol and drug addiction. Upon graduating from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in 1984, I accepted a position with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation where I was employed for 33 as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor working with youth and adults with varied disabilities such as mental illness, substance abuse, deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired.
I am Melissa Gilliam, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with young adults and adults who have suffered from trauma, family issues, sexual violence, relationships, and alcohol and drug addiction. Upon graduating from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in 1984, I accepted a position with the State of Wisconsin, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation where I was employed for 33 as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor working with youth and adults with varied disabilities such as mental illness, substance abuse, deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired.
(414) 710-8569 View (414) 710-8569
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Lillianna Petsch-Horvath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW, CPC
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Life happens whether we want it to or not. Sometimes what happens is joyful, fulfilling, and transformative. It strengthens, affirms, and develops us. Other times what happens is shocking, stressful, or painful. It shakes us, urges us to question, and even wounds us. What has happened to you? And what is motivating you to sort through the 'stuff' that has happened or is happening? I will meet you at whatever stage, transition, or journey you are arriving and will work with you on all levels: mind, body, spirit.
Life happens whether we want it to or not. Sometimes what happens is joyful, fulfilling, and transformative. It strengthens, affirms, and develops us. Other times what happens is shocking, stressful, or painful. It shakes us, urges us to question, and even wounds us. What has happened to you? And what is motivating you to sort through the 'stuff' that has happened or is happening? I will meet you at whatever stage, transition, or journey you are arriving and will work with you on all levels: mind, body, spirit.
(414) 775-3260 View (414) 775-3260
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Angela Davis
Counselor, LPC-IT
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I believe in your inherent wisdom and healing abilities, and my approach is both collaborative and nurturing. When dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or any other concerns, it's essential to explore and release the stress and apprehension stored in your body. My background as a yoga instructor, along with my understanding of movement, breath, and mindfulness, is integrated into our therapy sessions, allowing you to gain the maximum benefit from our time together. This approach can help you regulate your nervous system, cultivate self-awareness, and restore a sense of wholeness, enabling you to be at your best.
I believe in your inherent wisdom and healing abilities, and my approach is both collaborative and nurturing. When dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or any other concerns, it's essential to explore and release the stress and apprehension stored in your body. My background as a yoga instructor, along with my understanding of movement, breath, and mindfulness, is integrated into our therapy sessions, allowing you to gain the maximum benefit from our time together. This approach can help you regulate your nervous system, cultivate self-awareness, and restore a sense of wholeness, enabling you to be at your best.
(414) 895-6343 View (414) 895-6343
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Leah Bruce
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
With over a decade of experience in the field, I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor, committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward self-discovery and personal growth. As a therapist, I see myself as a fellow traveler on your life’s path, ready to assist you in identifying and overcoming obstacles while infusing philosophical concepts into our work together for a truly innovative therapeutic experience.
With over a decade of experience in the field, I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor, committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward self-discovery and personal growth. As a therapist, I see myself as a fellow traveler on your life’s path, ready to assist you in identifying and overcoming obstacles while infusing philosophical concepts into our work together for a truly innovative therapeutic experience.
(414) 622-7430 View (414) 622-7430
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Jennifer M Zarwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Online Only
We all deserve the chance to live a fulfilling, balanced life. Just as we tend to our physical well-being, our mental and emotional health deserves our attention and care. In a world that often prioritizes perfection and productivity over personal well-being, it's important to remind ourselves that our mental health is a necessity. I will guide you to become more compassionate with yourself. It's about recognizing that it's okay to struggle, to make mistakes, and feel vulnerable.
We all deserve the chance to live a fulfilling, balanced life. Just as we tend to our physical well-being, our mental and emotional health deserves our attention and care. In a world that often prioritizes perfection and productivity over personal well-being, it's important to remind ourselves that our mental health is a necessity. I will guide you to become more compassionate with yourself. It's about recognizing that it's okay to struggle, to make mistakes, and feel vulnerable.
(414) 966-7833 View (414) 966-7833
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Nia Delgado
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed psychotherapist who is passionate about helping people reconnect to others in meaningful and intentional ways. Specific areas I help individuals and couples tackle are: trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, sexual incompatibilities, desire discrepancy, low desire and pain during sex, emotional difficulties, conflict and communication resolution. Therapy can provide a safe, supportive and thriving environment for you to reach your desired goals in life, connect with the people who matter most to you, and cultivate purpose!
I am a licensed psychotherapist who is passionate about helping people reconnect to others in meaningful and intentional ways. Specific areas I help individuals and couples tackle are: trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, sexual incompatibilities, desire discrepancy, low desire and pain during sex, emotional difficulties, conflict and communication resolution. Therapy can provide a safe, supportive and thriving environment for you to reach your desired goals in life, connect with the people who matter most to you, and cultivate purpose!
(262) 766-9291 View (262) 766-9291

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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.