Lesbian 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.
What are you looking for in a therapist? A supportive, trusted voice? An empathetic ear? A sense of humor? Someone who's therapy space creates both safety...and confidence? I strive to bring all of the above to my clientele. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist, with a family of my own. As I bring my practical experience of marriage (and raising kids) to my practice, I am continually inspired by the courage and open-heartedness of my clients; as we set out, co-conspiring toward change and healing. Website: heartwood counseling.net
What are you looking for in a therapist? A supportive, trusted voice? An empathetic ear? A sense of humor? Someone who's therapy space creates both safety...and confidence? I strive to bring all of the above to my clientele. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist, with a family of my own. As I bring my practical experience of marriage (and raising kids) to my practice, I am continually inspired by the courage and open-heartedness of my clients; as we set out, co-conspiring toward change and healing. Website: heartwood counseling.net
Janelle Hafermann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ICS, CSAC, NCAC I, SAP
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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.
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As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am committed to creating a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating addiction and recovery, and those experiencing depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am committed to creating a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating addiction and recovery, and those experiencing depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence.
I specialize in trauma-informed treatment & psycho-analytical therapy with adults in transition/change, mental health disturbance & past or current trauma. 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. Approaches include Analytical Psychology, Narrative and CBT, MI, Feminist Therapy, Multi-Culturalism, Trauma-Informed Treatment & somatic healing.
I specialize in trauma-informed treatment & psycho-analytical therapy with adults in transition/change, mental health disturbance & past or current trauma. 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. Approaches include Analytical Psychology, Narrative and CBT, MI, Feminist Therapy, Multi-Culturalism, Trauma-Informed Treatment & somatic healing.
Felicia is a Licensed Professional Counselor In Training and holds a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor License. Felicia earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from UW-Stevens Point before obtaining her Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from UW-Stout.
Felicia has extensive experience working with individuals facing mental health and physical disabilities in Central Wisconsin. Her previous work has given her valuable knowledge of local resources and a deep understanding of the complex situations many individuals in our community are navigating.
Felicia is a Licensed Professional Counselor In Training and holds a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor License. Felicia earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from UW-Stevens Point before obtaining her Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from UW-Stout.
Felicia has extensive experience working with individuals facing mental health and physical disabilities in Central Wisconsin. Her previous work has given her valuable knowledge of local resources and a deep understanding of the complex situations many individuals in our community are navigating.
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.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Whether it’s you, your partner, your child, or your family; life can get heavy. I work with clients 13 and up using humor and evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy to create a space where real change can happen. I specialize in Neurodivergence, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem, intimacy and sex-related concerns, and life transitions. Wherever you’re starting from, I’m here to support you on your unique journey.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Whether it’s you, your partner, your child, or your family; life can get heavy. I work with clients 13 and up using humor and evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy to create a space where real change can happen. I specialize in Neurodivergence, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem, intimacy and sex-related concerns, and life transitions. Wherever you’re starting from, I’m here to support you on your unique journey.
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.
Many of the people I work with have tried everything: medical treatment, PT, medications, and still deal with chronic pain, fatigue, or other persistent symptoms. If that’s you, you’re not alone, and your symptoms are real. In many cases, ongoing symptoms are driven by patterns in the brain and nervous system rather than ongoing injury or illness. My work focuses on helping your system shift out of those patterns so symptoms can begin to change. This doesn’t mean your symptoms are “in your head,” it means your body has learned something it can also unlearn.
Many of the people I work with have tried everything: medical treatment, PT, medications, and still deal with chronic pain, fatigue, or other persistent symptoms. If that’s you, you’re not alone, and your symptoms are real. In many cases, ongoing symptoms are driven by patterns in the brain and nervous system rather than ongoing injury or illness. My work focuses on helping your system shift out of those patterns so symptoms can begin to change. This doesn’t mean your symptoms are “in your head,” it means your body has learned something it can also unlearn.
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
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.
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.
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.
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I have worked primarily with adults, older adults, and adolescents on issues of mental health that may be impacting one's ability to function in day-to-day life such as: depression, anxiety, other mood and thought disorders, suicidality (for individuals as well as those bereaved from suicide losses), interpersonal violence, LGBTQIA+ support, topics surrounding race and culture, hoarding (both individuals affected and their loved ones), criminal justice system-involvement, and trauma (individual, intergenerational, and community).
I have worked primarily with adults, older adults, and adolescents on issues of mental health that may be impacting one's ability to function in day-to-day life such as: depression, anxiety, other mood and thought disorders, suicidality (for individuals as well as those bereaved from suicide losses), interpersonal violence, LGBTQIA+ support, topics surrounding race and culture, hoarding (both individuals affected and their loved ones), criminal justice system-involvement, and trauma (individual, intergenerational, and community).
You don’t have to know where to start. Show up as you are, and we'll find the way forward together.
I work with adults and older adults grappling with life’s deeper currents: identity shifts, major life transitions, illness, grief, caregiving stress, healthcare burnout, or the quiet ache of disconnection. Many of my clients are navigating a challenging cancer trajectory, whether newly adjusting to diagnosis, living with advanced cancer, facing end-of-life concerns, or managing the complexities of survivorship.
You don’t have to know where to start. Show up as you are, and we'll find the way forward together.
I work with adults and older adults grappling with life’s deeper currents: identity shifts, major life transitions, illness, grief, caregiving stress, healthcare burnout, or the quiet ache of disconnection. Many of my clients are navigating a challenging cancer trajectory, whether newly adjusting to diagnosis, living with advanced cancer, facing end-of-life concerns, or managing the complexities of survivorship.
Hello! I’m Katie and I specialize in helping people feel less anxious in their life. Therapy with me is a place where you can exhale and feel seen. I show up as a real human—warm, curious, and grounded—and together we explore the experiences, patterns, and emotions that are shaping your life. I draw from trauma-informed, somatic, and EMDR approaches to help you understand not just what you feel, but why, and what those feelings are trying to protect or express. My goal is to help you feel more at home in yourself, more connected to your strengths, and more able live in a way that feels aligned and peaceful.
Hello! I’m Katie and I specialize in helping people feel less anxious in their life. Therapy with me is a place where you can exhale and feel seen. I show up as a real human—warm, curious, and grounded—and together we explore the experiences, patterns, and emotions that are shaping your life. I draw from trauma-informed, somatic, and EMDR approaches to help you understand not just what you feel, but why, and what those feelings are trying to protect or express. My goal is to help you feel more at home in yourself, more connected to your strengths, and more able live in a way that feels aligned and peaceful.
If life is feeling overwhelming right now you are not alone
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities. I work with clients who are 12+ on issues related to identity, trauma, executive functioning mental health, and grief. Whether your goal is to explore identity, support a loved one or work on your mental health I strive to create an affirming healing space for that work.
If life is feeling overwhelming right now you are not alone
I specialize in working with those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities. I work with clients who are 12+ on issues related to identity, trauma, executive functioning mental health, and grief. Whether your goal is to explore identity, support a loved one or work on your mental health I strive to create an affirming healing space for that work.
Whatever you are struggling with doesn’t have to be handled by yourself. Maybe isolation has been your thing for a while but you’re ready for a change. Maybe the dishes are piling up, your head is buzzing with thoughts, or you want to do the thing but you just can’t seem to do it. Perhaps grief, stress, or transitions are overwhelming you and you’re not sure what to do. It’s a unique and challenging time to be a human. That being said, representation matters, even in therapeutic spaces. As an AuDHD and queer-identified therapist, I know how helpful it can be to talk to someone who gets it.
Whatever you are struggling with doesn’t have to be handled by yourself. Maybe isolation has been your thing for a while but you’re ready for a change. Maybe the dishes are piling up, your head is buzzing with thoughts, or you want to do the thing but you just can’t seem to do it. Perhaps grief, stress, or transitions are overwhelming you and you’re not sure what to do. It’s a unique and challenging time to be a human. That being said, representation matters, even in therapeutic spaces. As an AuDHD and queer-identified therapist, I know how helpful it can be to talk to someone who gets it.
For adults, I have experience in providing therapy for mood disorders, complex trauma and stressor-related disorders, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and grief related to death/dying or relational loss. For couples, I have experience in providing therapy for those who have been impacted by trauma, patterns/dances of conflict, life events/transitions, and mental health concerns or addiction. I am passionate about providing care for and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community.
For adults, I have experience in providing therapy for mood disorders, complex trauma and stressor-related disorders, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, and grief related to death/dying or relational loss. For couples, I have experience in providing therapy for those who have been impacted by trauma, patterns/dances of conflict, life events/transitions, and mental health concerns or addiction. I am passionate about providing care for and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community.
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What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.