Depression Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
My main areas of practice are working with adults of all ages experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, addictions, and life transitions.
I use a combination of Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Imago Therapy, to identify goals, repair emotional wounds, improve coping strategies, build and maintain motivation, and facilitate healthy relationships and boundaries.
My main areas of practice are working with adults of all ages experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, addictions, and life transitions.
I use a combination of Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Imago Therapy, to identify goals, repair emotional wounds, improve coping strategies, build and maintain motivation, and facilitate healthy relationships and boundaries.
Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders.
Rachel has a Master of Science in Counseling from Mount Mary University. She received her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Whitewater University.
Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders.
Rachel has a Master of Science in Counseling from Mount Mary University. She received her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Whitewater University.
I'm trained in behavioral therapies (CBT, DBT) but use an integrative and trauma-informed approach with clients primarily experiencing depression and anxiety.
I'm available for virtual sessions with Wisconsin clients Monday through Thursday in the mornings and afternoons. Please note, you must be present in Wisconsin at the time of each virtual session.
I'm trained in behavioral therapies (CBT, DBT) but use an integrative and trauma-informed approach with clients primarily experiencing depression and anxiety.
I'm available for virtual sessions with Wisconsin clients Monday through Thursday in the mornings and afternoons. Please note, you must be present in Wisconsin at the time of each virtual session.
Alex Wissing is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD, and a variety of other mental health concerns.
Alex uses a client-centered approach to meet clients at their needs. In his extensive experience, Alex has been able to provide a variety of evidence-based techniques (i.e., behavioral activation, exposure and response prevention, etc.) to better serve the clients he works with.
Alex Wissing is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD, and a variety of other mental health concerns.
Alex uses a client-centered approach to meet clients at their needs. In his extensive experience, Alex has been able to provide a variety of evidence-based techniques (i.e., behavioral activation, exposure and response prevention, etc.) to better serve the clients he works with.
With a focus on personalized treatment, David helps adolescents, adults, and seniors address their unique needs, including managing anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
David specializes in helping individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals, providing structured care that promotes stability and recovery during this critical time. He is also skilled in working with clients facing court-ordered treatment or navigating legal matters, offering guidance through complex situations with empathy, clinical precision.
With a focus on personalized treatment, David helps adolescents, adults, and seniors address their unique needs, including managing anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
David specializes in helping individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals, providing structured care that promotes stability and recovery during this critical time. He is also skilled in working with clients facing court-ordered treatment or navigating legal matters, offering guidance through complex situations with empathy, clinical precision.
I work with adults of all ages and am experienced in working with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, interpersonal relationships, trauma, and more.
Seeking therapy is both an admirable and courageous first step in your journey towards wellness as defined by you. Whether you are facing a difficult life transition, wish to manage distressing mental health symptoms, or would like help identifying and breaking free from patterns that are interfering with your personal growth, you deserve an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to explore any and all facets of your life. Each client has unique needs, therefore there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health.
I work with adults of all ages and am experienced in working with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, interpersonal relationships, trauma, and more.
Seeking therapy is both an admirable and courageous first step in your journey towards wellness as defined by you. Whether you are facing a difficult life transition, wish to manage distressing mental health symptoms, or would like help identifying and breaking free from patterns that are interfering with your personal growth, you deserve an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to explore any and all facets of your life. Each client has unique needs, therefore there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health.
While I work with clients of all ages and needs, I spend a lot of time working with teenagers and young adults with depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders.
I currently hold an LPC in the state of Wisconsin and have completed a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) course that I utilize with clients who request or benefit from these skills. I have also attended trainings specific to working with adolescents.
While I work with clients of all ages and needs, I spend a lot of time working with teenagers and young adults with depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders.
I currently hold an LPC in the state of Wisconsin and have completed a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) course that I utilize with clients who request or benefit from these skills. I have also attended trainings specific to working with adolescents.
My practice focuses on helping individuals impacted by depression, self-esteem issues, and anxiety.
Working with me will require effort but the outcome will be worth I provide individual therapy for individuals 18 and over and have been in the mental health field for 10 years. I love helping clients reach their goals. Goal setting is a collaborative process. I believe in setting achievable but challenging goals for real progress.
My practice focuses on helping individuals impacted by depression, self-esteem issues, and anxiety.
Working with me will require effort but the outcome will be worth I provide individual therapy for individuals 18 and over and have been in the mental health field for 10 years. I love helping clients reach their goals. Goal setting is a collaborative process. I believe in setting achievable but challenging goals for real progress.
Clinical interest and specialties include Life Transitions, Women s Issues, Trauma, LGBTQI support, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Substance Use, Parenting Support, Eating Disorders, Safety Concerns and Postpartum.
Her focus in treatment is client centered and collaborative, providing support by utilizing a combination of approaches that can include aspects of CBT Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing .
Clinical interest and specialties include Life Transitions, Women s Issues, Trauma, LGBTQI support, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Substance Use, Parenting Support, Eating Disorders, Safety Concerns and Postpartum.
Her focus in treatment is client centered and collaborative, providing support by utilizing a combination of approaches that can include aspects of CBT Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing .
I especially like working with people who have problems causing anxiety and/or depression.
Patients tell me they like my therapy, the informality of the office, and the confidentiality of the residential neighborhood. People who have been (or are) involved in child custody issues or who have suffered trauma tell me I'm especially helpful regarding solutions, and regarding anxiety and depression. Many insurance companies, and Medicare cover me..
I especially like working with people who have problems causing anxiety and/or depression.
Patients tell me they like my therapy, the informality of the office, and the confidentiality of the residential neighborhood. People who have been (or are) involved in child custody issues or who have suffered trauma tell me I'm especially helpful regarding solutions, and regarding anxiety and depression. Many insurance companies, and Medicare cover me..
I am passionate about treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adolescents, family systems and processing relationship issues/ life events.
One of the most difficult things to do for ourselves is to ask for help. I am so proud of you for making the first step into your healing journey! Have you been feeling misunderstood, lost or burnt out by current events or life stressors? Let me assure you that you have found a safe place to overcome those obstacles and process those traumas.I graduated with my Master’s in Social Work with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy at UW-Milwaukee. I am an Advance Practicing Social Worker in the state of Wisconsin. I have experience working in outpatient at Children’s Hospital, to an intensive in-home therapist in Milwaukee.
I am passionate about treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adolescents, family systems and processing relationship issues/ life events.
One of the most difficult things to do for ourselves is to ask for help. I am so proud of you for making the first step into your healing journey! Have you been feeling misunderstood, lost or burnt out by current events or life stressors? Let me assure you that you have found a safe place to overcome those obstacles and process those traumas.I graduated with my Master’s in Social Work with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy at UW-Milwaukee. I am an Advance Practicing Social Worker in the state of Wisconsin. I have experience working in outpatient at Children’s Hospital, to an intensive in-home therapist in Milwaukee.
Meet Our Depression Therapists
Whole Path Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53205
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I see many clients who struggle with trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, and stressful and major life transitions.
Hello, and welcome! I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Master's in Social Work program, and have worked in the field for about 15 years in various roles assisting children, families and adults. I am licensed to provide psychotherapy in the state of Wisconsin, and have been providing mental health services to clients across the lifespan with a wide range of mental and emotional disorders for 10 years. I am passionate about providing individualized, effective psychotherapy services to assist anyone who feels they could benefit from extra support during times of emotional struggle or life change.
I see many clients who struggle with trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, and stressful and major life transitions.
Hello, and welcome! I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Master's in Social Work program, and have worked in the field for about 15 years in various roles assisting children, families and adults. I am licensed to provide psychotherapy in the state of Wisconsin, and have been providing mental health services to clients across the lifespan with a wide range of mental and emotional disorders for 10 years. I am passionate about providing individualized, effective psychotherapy services to assist anyone who feels they could benefit from extra support during times of emotional struggle or life change.
Sarah Jean McHugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.
We all have strengths and weaknesses. In my practice, I like to uncover and nurture the many strengths that my clients possess. I encourage my clients to use these strengths to their advantage and to continually uncover additional strengths and resilience. Within my therapeutic approach, I use a variety of theories and modalities to assist in understanding and treating clients. I use existential and psychoanalytic theories which consider a person’s childhood experiences, attachments, and the deeper question of creating meaning in life.
I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.
We all have strengths and weaknesses. In my practice, I like to uncover and nurture the many strengths that my clients possess. I encourage my clients to use these strengths to their advantage and to continually uncover additional strengths and resilience. Within my therapeutic approach, I use a variety of theories and modalities to assist in understanding and treating clients. I use existential and psychoanalytic theories which consider a person’s childhood experiences, attachments, and the deeper question of creating meaning in life.
He typically works with adults and adolescents facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
His approach integrates evidence-based therapies, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), to set clear, achievable goals tailored to each individual’s needs.
He typically works with adults and adolescents facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
His approach integrates evidence-based therapies, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), to set clear, achievable goals tailored to each individual’s needs.
Sierra s clinical focus is particularly in treating issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT , Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT , and Acceptance Commitment Therapy ACT to support her clients effectively. Sierra s approach is informed by her experience in generalist practice, which allows her to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Sierra s clinical focus is particularly in treating issues such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT , Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT , and Acceptance Commitment Therapy ACT to support her clients effectively. Sierra s approach is informed by her experience in generalist practice, which allows her to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Some of the areas I specialize in include depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, and self-confidence.
Hello! My name is Alena and I am an Advanced Practice Social Worker. I have excellent experience as a school-based therapist, and now as a clinical therapist. Most of my clients come to me due to trauma, behavioral concerns, or in need of help expressing emotions. Many children struggle with processing their feelings or world. My main modality is play therapy. I use play therapy to help children express themselves in a way that feels natural and safe. Through play, I help your child feel validated and normalize their experiences.
Some of the areas I specialize in include depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, and self-confidence.
Hello! My name is Alena and I am an Advanced Practice Social Worker. I have excellent experience as a school-based therapist, and now as a clinical therapist. Most of my clients come to me due to trauma, behavioral concerns, or in need of help expressing emotions. Many children struggle with processing their feelings or world. My main modality is play therapy. I use play therapy to help children express themselves in a way that feels natural and safe. Through play, I help your child feel validated and normalize their experiences.
She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few.
As she shares in her latest book; we have become to digitized in our interactions and need to get back to the "basics of love and life" by simply learning to talk to each other again in "real time" and "face to face." Only once we can freely and honestly do this can we begin to explore, understand, and create change in our lives and relationships.
She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few.
As she shares in her latest book; we have become to digitized in our interactions and need to get back to the "basics of love and life" by simply learning to talk to each other again in "real time" and "face to face." Only once we can freely and honestly do this can we begin to explore, understand, and create change in our lives and relationships.
I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety.
As a professional counselor, I have experience with a wide range of ages, populations, and issues. I work with young adults, adults, couples and families. Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques including, but not limited to, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
I am especially drawn to people experiencing mood disorders, life transitions, grief, trauma and prenatal and/or postpartum depression and anxiety.
As a professional counselor, I have experience with a wide range of ages, populations, and issues. I work with young adults, adults, couples and families. Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques including, but not limited to, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
Hannah Smith - Music Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MMT, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53204
As a board-certified music therapist, I offer a unique, holistic approach to support adolescents, adults, and seniors experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, chronic pain, and life transitions.
In music therapy sessions, you may participate in: music listening and lyric discussion; music-based meditation, mindfulness, and somatic experiences; songwriting; instrumental improvisation; music-based art-making; and more. No prior musical knowledge is required!
As a board-certified music therapist, I offer a unique, holistic approach to support adolescents, adults, and seniors experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, chronic pain, and life transitions.
In music therapy sessions, you may participate in: music listening and lyric discussion; music-based meditation, mindfulness, and somatic experiences; songwriting; instrumental improvisation; music-based art-making; and more. No prior musical knowledge is required!
Sarah P. La Follette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Whether you suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship troubles, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, therapy can help.
You deserve to be happy. No matter what has happened, or where you've been. We all have troubles, and we all need a little help sometimes. I am here to help you figure things out. You hold the key to getting better. You know yourself better than anyone, but sometimes when we're close to an issue it's hard to see the bigger picture or the best solutions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Whether you suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship troubles, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, therapy can help.
You deserve to be happy. No matter what has happened, or where you've been. We all have troubles, and we all need a little help sometimes. I am here to help you figure things out. You hold the key to getting better. You know yourself better than anyone, but sometimes when we're close to an issue it's hard to see the bigger picture or the best solutions. We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental space.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.