Psychoanalytic Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

I am a highly experienced therapist who helps individuals and couples address challenges, enrich relationships and achieve deep insights into their personality and their emotions. My clients find that I offer a pragmatic, intelligent and empathetic response to their concerns. I use evidence-based therapy that is adapted to individual needs and focused on meaningful change. Unlike larger clinics, I provide direct, responsive communication and flexible scheduling.

I believe that difficulties develop within relational contexts influenced by early relationships and current interactions. Good treatment is goal focused, and based on the here-and-now distress that brings you to treatment while also being curious about how the present is influenced by the past. Treatment must occur within a safe professional relationship. In my work, the therapeutic relationship is an important part of the healing process. Through on-going conversations and shared curiosity my clients and I broaden our understanding of their current distress and future aspirations. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

2022: Not a baja blast. I'm guessing you're here because the vibes are not immaculate in your life rn. Maybe you're struggling with a toxic family member or boss that is draining your energy? Maybe you're afraid that one more supreme court decision will send you into an existential tailspin? Maybe you're sick of being your own harshest critic- in a society that literally profits on you hating yourself? Maybe you're sick of doing all the CBT coping skills and want to talk about the things you haven't been ready to until now? If you said yes to any of these questions, let's connect via my website for a free 10-15 minute video consult!

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 ages14 to 70 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.

My clients tend to be intelligent and insightful individuals who come to work with me because they suffer from despair and disorder. They have tried to resolve their troubles and cope with their uneasiness for a long time--often partly successfully, and against strong odds--but they have reached a point where they want extra support and insight in order to finally transform their suffering into meaningfulness and growth. With consistency, dedication, patience and focus, I help my clients achieve deep and lasting emotional transformation.

I enjoy working with adults to aid in self-growth by working toward overcoming daily and life stressors, learning and breaking behavioral patterns, as well as anxiety and depression. Through active listening and support, my treatment philosophy involves helping clients improve their well-being by processing, building self-awareness, and developing tools to cope and manage their issues and concerns. My empathetic nature helps clients build trust to focus on and work toward achieving their goals and building insight.

I am a seasoned & well-trained (personally & professionally) Holistic Psychotherapist, Addiction Specialist, & Health & Wellness/Certified Life Coach & Consultant. I am originally from Wisconsin, & completed the Master's Social Work training at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, in additional post master's training, in marriage/family therapy & substance abuse. My areas of expertise include: 1) Drug & Alcohol Abuse & Addiction, 2) Anxiety/Panic Disorder, 3) Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, 4) Trauma Related Issues/Abuse, 5) Anger & Stress Management,6) Sexual Identity/LGBTQ issues/Sexual Orientation,7) Eating disorders, 8) Adult ADHD, 9) ADHD/ADD w/ Children,10) Co-dependency/AODA, 11) Grief/Loss

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.

I have worked in the field of Mental Health Counseling for over 20 years and have extensive experience working with adults, families, adolescents and children. I received much of my clinical training and experience working in inpatient hospital, residential treatment and outpatient treatment settings. During that time I held a variety of professional positions, received quality supervision and completed my Masters Degree in Community Counseling.

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.

As a clinical psychologist I strive to provide a transformative experience that not only resolves the symptoms and issues that brought you to treatment, but also develops deeper insight and awareness that promotes lasting change. I work to collaborate with you to develop a plan for continued growth that reflects your life-long plans, goals, and unmet needs. To that end, I strive to facilitate an experience for you of change in those aspects of your life that are most meaningful to you, including your inner world, relationships, spiritual beliefs, work life and world views.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or just ready to make some changes in your life, but not sure how, therapy can help. Together, we can figure out what might be keeping you from living your life fully. As an experienced therapist, I will work with you to achieve your goals and restore a sense of joy in life.

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.

I offer a warm, thoughtful style to create a space for understanding who you are and what brought you to therapy. To me, therapy is a kind of ongoing conversation that builds on that understanding. You come to it with your experience of yourself and your life story. I bring my many years of experience with people and life. It's supported by us working intentionally to quiet your self criticism and reframe what causes you pain to make more exploration possible.

Sometimes we can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or alone. Therapy can help you navigate making changes to achieve a more fulfilling and joyful life. I will work with you to identify and work towards your goals by highlighting your strengths and encouraging personal growth through encouragement and constructive feedback. I am passionate about supporting my clients in building healthy relationships, especially with themselves. I provide clients with a compassionate space in which they are able to comfortably explore their concerns.

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.

Providing Quality Mental Health Counseling, Alcohol and Drug Counseling, medical/medication services, pharmacy services, and family support services such as housing, daily living skills, educational/ academic services, parenting and nurturing to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. ***We accept most ALL insurances and private pay*** Call us at 414-455-3879 or email us at clinic@amricounseling.com to schedule an appointment.

You don’t understand why you feel this way. You’ve worked so hard to get here but it feels different from what you had hoped for. On the surface things are going well but you still feel dissatisfied, empty, distant, and disconnected. There is a side of you that stays hidden from us and it is so exhausting for you to keep it that way. You feel like connecting and understanding will help you through this but another part of you is terrified of getting what you want. You’ve tried other therapists and perhaps medication, too; things feel a bit better for a little while, but you always come back to this. You want deeper, lasting change.

I provide therapy to target enduring change in patterns that prevent you from living, loving & working in a satisfying & fulfilling way. We create a space for listening & reflection to foster understanding your painful feelings. Symptoms are surface; while understanding who you are, enlivens. I frequently work with medical & mental health professionals, as well as new mom’s, mom’s to be, university faculty & staff, and anyone curious and motivated to invest in meaningful exploration of your inner life, dreams and hopes. I hold a telepsychology license that enables me to work with residents in many states throughout the country.

Reflect on your life as it is today. What comes to mind? Are you content? Feeling overwhelmed? Make a change today. I am here to provide you with the guidance needed in order to live your best life. After all, when you choose to do things differently, you are choosing a different out come. "May your CHOICES reflect your HOPES, not your fears."(Nelson Mandela).