LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Plover, WI
Hi, I’m Katie! I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and the kind of overwhelm that builds when you’ve been holding it together for a long time.
If you feel constantly on edge, stuck in cycles of overthinking or shutdown, or struggling in relationships despite your best efforts—you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with are insightful and capable but carry a level of internal stress that’s hard to explain and even harder to turn off.
Together, we make sense of these patterns and work toward feeling more grounded, less reactive, and more like yourself again.
Hi, I’m Katie! I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and the kind of overwhelm that builds when you’ve been holding it together for a long time.
If you feel constantly on edge, stuck in cycles of overthinking or shutdown, or struggling in relationships despite your best efforts—you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with are insightful and capable but carry a level of internal stress that’s hard to explain and even harder to turn off.
Together, we make sense of these patterns and work toward feeling more grounded, less reactive, and more like yourself again.
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming care and am committed to creating a space where clients of all identities feel respected, understood, and safe to be themselves.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience in community mental health. I have worked across a wide range of settings, including outpatient therapy, crisis services, and intensive community programs, and have supported people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. In addition to providing therapy, I have supervised clinical teams and led mental health programs, giving me a broad perspective on what truly helps people heal.
I provide LGBTQ+ affirming care and am committed to creating a space where clients of all identities feel respected, understood, and safe to be themselves.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience in community mental health. I have worked across a wide range of settings, including outpatient therapy, crisis services, and intensive community programs, and have supported people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. In addition to providing therapy, I have supervised clinical teams and led mental health programs, giving me a broad perspective on what truly helps people heal.
Janelle Hafermann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ICS, CSAC, NCAC I, SAP
Serves Area
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I work with all populations specializing in the areas of criminal justice, trauma and adversity, grief and loss, substance use, military veterans, sexual and physical violence along with challenges that face both the young and aging populations. I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic styles and embody a belief that each persons story and journey, is one that I am privileged to know and travel alongside. I seek to understand and support the goals and needs of those I work with, offering a holistic culturally informed team approach to each unique individual.
I work with all populations specializing in the areas of criminal justice, trauma and adversity, grief and loss, substance use, military veterans, sexual and physical violence along with challenges that face both the young and aging populations. I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic styles and embody a belief that each persons story and journey, is one that I am privileged to know and travel alongside. I seek to understand and support the goals and needs of those I work with, offering a holistic culturally informed team approach to each unique individual.
Are stress, worry or anxiety getting in the way of living your best life? Do you find yourself constantly trying to plan for every possible scenario? Maybe it’s hard to get excited about anything anymore, as you find your mind jumping to the worst case scenario. You’re tired, overwhelmed, and struggling to find the energy to care for the people around you, let alone yourself. You tell yourself everything will be okay, that the anxious thoughts aren’t true, but you’re still struggling. Maybe you’re starting to wonder if it’s even possible to ever live a life free of the weight of your worries.
Are stress, worry or anxiety getting in the way of living your best life? Do you find yourself constantly trying to plan for every possible scenario? Maybe it’s hard to get excited about anything anymore, as you find your mind jumping to the worst case scenario. You’re tired, overwhelmed, and struggling to find the energy to care for the people around you, let alone yourself. You tell yourself everything will be okay, that the anxious thoughts aren’t true, but you’re still struggling. Maybe you’re starting to wonder if it’s even possible to ever live a life free of the weight of your worries.
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I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating addiction and recovery, and those experiencing depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence.
I believe that every person deserves to feel seen, understood, and valued. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, recognizing that healing occurs within the context of each individual's unique life experiences and identities.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating addiction and recovery, and those experiencing depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence.
I believe that every person deserves to feel seen, understood, and valued. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, recognizing that healing occurs within the context of each individual's unique life experiences and identities.
My practice includes counseling young & older adults, couples with marriage stress, anger management, substance abuse & recovery, women and men leaving domestic violence situations, LGBTQ, and those living with personal challenges where they find themselves ‘stuck’ in ideas and behaviors that no longer work for them.
Success with clients lies in efforts to create empathy, trust & the comfort levels needed for individual clients to engage fully. Acceptance of their feelings & experiences, along with my transparency, creates & awakens resiliency, where we explore & eliminate a sense of being stuck in problem saturated pasts while restoring coping skills & self esteem.
My practice includes counseling young & older adults, couples with marriage stress, anger management, substance abuse & recovery, women and men leaving domestic violence situations, LGBTQ, and those living with personal challenges where they find themselves ‘stuck’ in ideas and behaviors that no longer work for them.
Success with clients lies in efforts to create empathy, trust & the comfort levels needed for individual clients to engage fully. Acceptance of their feelings & experiences, along with my transparency, creates & awakens resiliency, where we explore & eliminate a sense of being stuck in problem saturated pasts while restoring coping skills & self esteem.
I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQ+ families, and couples
I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. I specialize in ADHD/Neurodiversity, parenting support, special needs children and parenting, depression, anxiety, first responders/military/veterans, complex family issues, women's issues, and LGBTQI+ affirming care.
I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQ+ families, and couples
I work with adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. I specialize in ADHD/Neurodiversity, parenting support, special needs children and parenting, depression, anxiety, first responders/military/veterans, complex family issues, women's issues, and LGBTQI+ affirming care.
You may be feeling like anxiety is taking over—whether it shows up as constant worries, racing thoughts, or big emotions that feel hard to control. Maybe school has become stressful, friendships complicated, or transitions (like starting high school or college) overwhelming. Or maybe you’re a young adult trying to find your place—juggling school, work, relationships, and identity. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what’s next.
You may be feeling like anxiety is taking over—whether it shows up as constant worries, racing thoughts, or big emotions that feel hard to control. Maybe school has become stressful, friendships complicated, or transitions (like starting high school or college) overwhelming. Or maybe you’re a young adult trying to find your place—juggling school, work, relationships, and identity. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what’s next.
Sometimes a seemingly minor event from childhood, or at other times major traumatic events that happen at any age, can overwhelm and stress us. Either immediately after or years later we start to feel the effects of these events. We may feel depressed or angry, feel anxiety or panic for no apparent reason, have unexplained physical pain, or experience difficulty sleeping or nightmares. These may start to interfere with daily life, work, and relationships. If some or all these are your experience, you are certainly not alone.
Sometimes a seemingly minor event from childhood, or at other times major traumatic events that happen at any age, can overwhelm and stress us. Either immediately after or years later we start to feel the effects of these events. We may feel depressed or angry, feel anxiety or panic for no apparent reason, have unexplained physical pain, or experience difficulty sleeping or nightmares. These may start to interfere with daily life, work, and relationships. If some or all these are your experience, you are certainly not alone.
Hello! My name is Jeralyn Stevens! I'm a state licensed professional counselor, local artist, mom to waaay too many pets, and 2 wonderful kids, and a wife. I'm a Stevens Point native and so very proud to be able to serve the community I grew up in. My warmth, sense of humor, and authenticity combined with my passion and expertise in trauma informed care, give me a certain edge as a therapist and healer that you just won't find anywhere else. I firmly believe in practicing therapy from a holistic perspective and meeting my clients wherever they are at on their journey
Hello! My name is Jeralyn Stevens! I'm a state licensed professional counselor, local artist, mom to waaay too many pets, and 2 wonderful kids, and a wife. I'm a Stevens Point native and so very proud to be able to serve the community I grew up in. My warmth, sense of humor, and authenticity combined with my passion and expertise in trauma informed care, give me a certain edge as a therapist and healer that you just won't find anywhere else. I firmly believe in practicing therapy from a holistic perspective and meeting my clients wherever they are at on their journey
Like nature, we ebb and flow through different seasons in life. While some seasons of life can feel overwhelming, these are often the times when we can experience the most growth. Therapy can be a wonderful tool to help individuals seek personal growth, overcome struggle, and thrive in life.
Like nature, we ebb and flow through different seasons in life. While some seasons of life can feel overwhelming, these are often the times when we can experience the most growth. Therapy can be a wonderful tool to help individuals seek personal growth, overcome struggle, and thrive in life.
My name is Elaina Schuh and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I graduated from UW-Stout in 2020 and was plunged head first into therapy during the pandemic. This intense start has allowed me to be more empathetic and passionate about serving clients and meeting their needs.
I speacialize in working with adult individuals and couples who strive to better themselves, understand their unique qualities and are looking to create new paths in their journey of self-love and adventure. I work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard and understood.
My name is Elaina Schuh and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I graduated from UW-Stout in 2020 and was plunged head first into therapy during the pandemic. This intense start has allowed me to be more empathetic and passionate about serving clients and meeting their needs.
I speacialize in working with adult individuals and couples who strive to better themselves, understand their unique qualities and are looking to create new paths in their journey of self-love and adventure. I work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, heard and understood.
I specialize in trauma with a specific focus on crisis, PTSD, women's health, and LGBTQIA.
Hi there! My name is Shana Greenwich, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is compassionate and dedicated to providing exceptional care to my clients. I approach all of my clients with curiosity and understanding.
I specialize in trauma with a specific focus on crisis, PTSD, women's health, and LGBTQIA.
Hi there! My name is Shana Greenwich, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is compassionate and dedicated to providing exceptional care to my clients. I approach all of my clients with curiosity and understanding.
Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical practice, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.
Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical practice, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.
I have a strong interest in supporting LGBTQ+ clients and those exploring identity or trying to understand who you are, creating a space where you can show up fully as yourself and feel genuinely understood.
My approach blends CBT, ACT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy without feeling overly clinical. I’m warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Clients appreciate my humor, candor, and creative style. I use metaphors, art, and games to make things click.
I have a strong interest in supporting LGBTQ+ clients and those exploring identity or trying to understand who you are, creating a space where you can show up fully as yourself and feel genuinely understood.
My approach blends CBT, ACT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy without feeling overly clinical. I’m warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Clients appreciate my humor, candor, and creative style. I use metaphors, art, and games to make things click.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
I provide an accepting, therapeutic space for clients navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, relational challenges, and life transitions. Often clients are feeling stuck or confused and need a space to understand their experiences as well as support in identifying what works for them.
I also work with individuals experiencing eating disorders and body image concerns. I support clients in working to repair their relationship to food from an anti-diet and Health at Every Size framework rather than one of weight management.
I provide an accepting, therapeutic space for clients navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, relational challenges, and life transitions. Often clients are feeling stuck or confused and need a space to understand their experiences as well as support in identifying what works for them.
I also work with individuals experiencing eating disorders and body image concerns. I support clients in working to repair their relationship to food from an anti-diet and Health at Every Size framework rather than one of weight management.
We all want a life of peace and ease; however, life includes challenges and struggles with painful experiences. Fortunately, contemporary, science-based mental health interventions help people reduce suffering and live life with freedom and flexibility (and maybe some fun). I can help you identify personal values, develop unique strengths, build coping skills, and experiment with behavior changes. Our work together will help connect you with who and what you most care about and help you build a meaningful and active life.
We all want a life of peace and ease; however, life includes challenges and struggles with painful experiences. Fortunately, contemporary, science-based mental health interventions help people reduce suffering and live life with freedom and flexibility (and maybe some fun). I can help you identify personal values, develop unique strengths, build coping skills, and experiment with behavior changes. Our work together will help connect you with who and what you most care about and help you build a meaningful and active life.
Therapeutic focuses include; depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, stages of life transitions, trauma, and addictions.
Throughout the therapeutic course, Lori focuses on a person-centered approach and utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and solution-focused therapy.
Therapeutic focuses include; depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, stages of life transitions, trauma, and addictions.
Throughout the therapeutic course, Lori focuses on a person-centered approach and utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and solution-focused therapy.
Are you seeking support to help deal with difficult life transitions, learn practical skills to decrease depression and anxiety, learn positive parenting techniques, or work through stressors in your relationships? Taking the first step to ask for help takes courage, and can be the start towards improving your emotion regulation or quality of your relationships.
Are you seeking support to help deal with difficult life transitions, learn practical skills to decrease depression and anxiety, learn positive parenting techniques, or work through stressors in your relationships? Taking the first step to ask for help takes courage, and can be the start towards improving your emotion regulation or quality of your relationships.
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Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.