Couples Counseling Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
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Higher Appeal Counseling & Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, CTLC, BS
Verified
Verified
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.

Dr. Rachel Reinders
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, identity clarification,
relationship
conflict, parenting challenges.
Welcome! The decision to reach out for support can be difficult or feel vulnerable. My initial goal is to help you feel comfortable by providing a nonjudgmental space and a place where you can feel validated and heard. As an experienced psychologist, I will work to understand your story, and together we develop a plan to address the goals that you have for improving your quality of life.

Charlotte D Mayfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am an experienced psychotherapist with a focus on mind, body and spirit and how they all work together to achieve a balance mental state. I provide psychotherapy to individuals and groups ages 13 to 80 with issues such as, depression, trauma, anxiety, and sexual identity to name a few. I also provide
couples
with the psychotherapy collaboration to move toward mutual fullfillment in their relationships.

Jennifer Webster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My areas of knowledge include sex therapy helping individuals and
couples
when faced with challenges of intimacy and sex.
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.

Katelyn Grusecki
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My speciality is working with individuals and
couples
who need support navigating: substance abuse,
relationship
struggles, anxiety, depression, life transitions, personal growth, career direction/professional growth, optimal health and wellness, trauma, improved self-confidence, and living a more authentic and values-driven lifestyle.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Are
relationship
challenges weighing you down? Do you have concerns that you might be using "a little too much" alcohol or other drugs to cope with it all? Using a warm, interpersonal approach, I offer you a space to process what's on your mind. We'll work together to help you find ways to cope with life, improve your relationships and restore your sense of joy in activities.

Resiliency Counseling & Wellness Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked with various clients of various populations and walks of life via individual, group and family counseling. The concerns and or issues I have worked with include: anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, abuse, family relations/conflict,
relationship
issues, mood disorders, self-esteem, and ADHD to new a few. The ultimate goal of the client is to be seen and heard and to develop the ability to grow into their best selves. Therapy may allow the client to learn, cope and or heal so that they are able to function in their everyday lives in harmony.

Bridget Stemper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My primary clinical interests are working with clients with grief, anxiety disorders, and
relationship
issues.
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.
Not accepting new clients

Nikki Zellner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
As a therapist, I rely heavily on the power of the therapeutic
relationship
to assist in addressing difficult thoughts, emotions and experiences that lead to stress. I employ a very casual approach that focuses on building trust and creating a partnership where complex issues can be explored. I enjoy working with people to achieve increased life satisfaction, control over thoughts and feelings, and overall sense of understanding oneself.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients

Erin Olson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
Research shows that the
relationship
between client and counselor is an important factor for successful therapy outcomes.
My clients are adults and adolescents who tend to identify themselves as highly sensitive, perfectionistic, and self-critical. They often feel intense emotions and have active minds that always seem to be "on". Using strengths-based, solution-focused, and mindfulness approaches, I help individuals learn to step back and notice their thoughts and feelings rather than be controlled by them. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma, these skills allow people to connect with their values and pursue what's important to them.

Jacob Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I work with
couples
who are struggling to connect, wish they could be understood, and want practical skills that defuse
relationship
issues right away.
I help
couples
have more satisfying, connected, and intimate relationships, one conversation at a time using a structured approach to help you develop real communication skills that you and your
partner
can use at home tonight. Click on the link to my website to schedule a 30-min free consultation.

Janice Gnas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MBA, LPC, NCC, BCC
Verified
Verified
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.
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Tracy Treacy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SLRC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed professional counselor and wellness consultant with 20+ years of professional experience in the areas of higher education, holistic mental health, and wellness. I have experience working with individuals and
couples
of diverse backgrounds in various populations with mental health/wellness issues toward their goal of healing and wellness.

Amanda Lo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you often feel like you are just trying to survive or are barely staying afloat? Are you feeling inadequate in the spaces you occupy such as school, work, or home? Have you ever wondered if there is more to your identity than the mental health concerns that you experience? If you are reading this right now, I am proud of you for getting here. I normalize the self-doubt that you are going through. If you resonate with one of the aforementioned questions, I can
partner
with you to validate you and to determine the best solutions that will help you feel you can thrive despite all the challenges you may face.

Frank P Urtz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I find that clients who benefit from my services are typically experiencing excessive stress or a personal crisis in their lives. They may struggle with feelings of anxiety, grief, guilt or depression on a periodic or chronic basis; they may face work problems or ongoing health problems that increase their psychological distress; they may also feel confused or disheartened by
relationship
problems with partners, family members or friends. I am able to assist these clients by helping them understand the underlying source of their problems and by developing realistic alternatives that can help resolve these issues.
Not accepting new clients

Angela Hook - Not Accepting New Clients
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Not accepting new clients. You can make the changes you want. Over the last 16 years in the mental health field, I've worked with people from all backgrounds, and I'm inspired by people's ability to heal and grow. My approach includes traditional and holistic therapies and current neuroscience. In our first meetings, we'll focus on getting to know one another and develop a trusting
relationship
. As we work together, we'll explore what's holding you back, uncover new solutions, and move toward meaningful changes for your life.

Steven Fringer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified
Verified
With deliberate and consistent commitment and teamwork we work toward uncovering the answers awaiting within the client, or, if a couple, within the
relationship
.
Therapy provides us the opportunity for greater self-discovery and deepened self-understanding. The person I enjoy working with is someone who is genuinely curious about what makes them tick, why they make choices that sink their dreams or sabotage the relationships important to them; but who are also wanting to know their strengths and talents so they can embrace and use them more effectively.

Greg Parrish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Many of our personal, emotional and
relationship
problems are simply caused by a lack of self awareness, adapting to new situations and negative thinking patterns. Healthier ways of thinking and having greater self awareness helps work through these day to day challenges. We have great strengths and gifts that are not always easy to notice or understand at first. Personal growth, developing coping strategies, improving communication and making positive life changes can enormously help resolve these issues. I hope to help you develop the best version of yourself.

Jeremy P Schumacher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
You deserve to have that close, connected
relationship
you always dreamed of.
Look, relationships are hard. Dating and finding somebody that gets you is hard enough, and then maintaining that
relationship
is a lot of work. Throw in a job, maybe some kids and pets, and somehow time to get to the gym and make a healthy meal? Crazy hard. Despite being insightful, motivated, and loving... relationships are hard. For everyone. Are you tired of fighting and having to walk on eggshells? Maybe you’re missing the connection, love, and affection you once felt.

Michele R Donalson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
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.

Kathleen Mack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to building genuine rapport with my clients, thus holding space for healing emotional experiences. I believe that we all at times struggle with
relationship
issues, self-doubt, grief, and excessive worry – and that navigating and overcoming these are a crucial and beautiful part of this life experience (albeit scary and unpleasant at times!) I am honored to
partner
with you on this journey.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.