Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Rhinelander, WI
JoAnne Kemnitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have great enthusiasm and dedication to help all individuals through building rapport, conducting accurate needs assessments, problem solving & goal setting. It’s important to me to help meet clients where they are at. I work together with my clients, building on their strengths and empowering them to work through personal obstacles. I like to help empower others to improve and work through personal obstacles, focusing on their strengths and working together to achieve their goals.
I have great enthusiasm and dedication to help all individuals through building rapport, conducting accurate needs assessments, problem solving & goal setting. It’s important to me to help meet clients where they are at. I work together with my clients, building on their strengths and empowering them to work through personal obstacles. I like to help empower others to improve and work through personal obstacles, focusing on their strengths and working together to achieve their goals.
My ideal clients are everyday people from all walks of life — stay-at-home moms, good old boys, high-achieving CEOs and executives, folks navigating the criminal justice system, and everyone in between. They come exhausted from substance use, relapse, codependency, burnout, or feeling like something else is running their life. Many have tried traditional programs and felt they didn’t fit or were judged.
My ideal clients are everyday people from all walks of life — stay-at-home moms, good old boys, high-achieving CEOs and executives, folks navigating the criminal justice system, and everyone in between. They come exhausted from substance use, relapse, codependency, burnout, or feeling like something else is running their life. Many have tried traditional programs and felt they didn’t fit or were judged.
Taking the steps to create new paths, navigate challenging life circumstances, and to improve your well-being and life satisfaction can be a rewarding and lasting experience. Finding diagnostic clarity, and the right therapist for you, as you embark on this process is imperative - one who can meet your needs and who comes with a high level of experience and expertise.
Taking the steps to create new paths, navigate challenging life circumstances, and to improve your well-being and life satisfaction can be a rewarding and lasting experience. Finding diagnostic clarity, and the right therapist for you, as you embark on this process is imperative - one who can meet your needs and who comes with a high level of experience and expertise.
If anxiety, depression, trauma, or AODA struggles are weighing you down, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer unwavering support, specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of substance abuse and mental health challenges. Together, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering you to take ownership of your life and forge positive, lasting change. I'm committed to guiding you through the challenging yet transformative journey of self-discovery, helping you unlock your true potential and embrace the healing process.
If anxiety, depression, trauma, or AODA struggles are weighing you down, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer unwavering support, specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of substance abuse and mental health challenges. Together, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering you to take ownership of your life and forge positive, lasting change. I'm committed to guiding you through the challenging yet transformative journey of self-discovery, helping you unlock your true potential and embrace the healing process.
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A client once told me, "You changed my mind about counseling." Many people come in expecting coping skills or quick fixes, but the work we do together looks different. I help clients uncover the deeper meaning behind their anxiety, depression, shame, and relationship patterns — long‑standing patterns shaped by earlier chapters of their story. These patterns aren't random or isolated; they're expressions of old wounds that still echo in the present, what trauma experts describe as the mind replaying past experiences in current life. Through deeper exploration, we begin making sense of these echoes.
A client once told me, "You changed my mind about counseling." Many people come in expecting coping skills or quick fixes, but the work we do together looks different. I help clients uncover the deeper meaning behind their anxiety, depression, shame, and relationship patterns — long‑standing patterns shaped by earlier chapters of their story. These patterns aren't random or isolated; they're expressions of old wounds that still echo in the present, what trauma experts describe as the mind replaying past experiences in current life. Through deeper exploration, we begin making sense of these echoes.
Neuroscience is showing us what we have known instinctually forever; that it is through nurturing relationships that healing and human growth occurs. If we have been wounded in relationship or have unresolved trauma from the past, our fear and reactivity can prevent us from seeking and maintaining nurturing and safe connections with self and others. I am a licensed therapist in CA and WI and work online with residents of those two states only. My practice is fee for service only.
Neuroscience is showing us what we have known instinctually forever; that it is through nurturing relationships that healing and human growth occurs. If we have been wounded in relationship or have unresolved trauma from the past, our fear and reactivity can prevent us from seeking and maintaining nurturing and safe connections with self and others. I am a licensed therapist in CA and WI and work online with residents of those two states only. My practice is fee for service only.
I especially like working with adolescents and parents of children of all ages.
Therapy is about change and hope. Come looking for a space to unload the weights on your world, which might be grief, loss, pain, trauma, confusion, fear, hurt.... but eventually we will grasp onto a lifeline of hope to begin to move toward a position that leads you out from being overwhelmed or consumed by those weights that you have been carrying. Therapy moves at a different pace for each person and care and compassion will be given to meet everyone's individual needs.
I especially like working with adolescents and parents of children of all ages.
Therapy is about change and hope. Come looking for a space to unload the weights on your world, which might be grief, loss, pain, trauma, confusion, fear, hurt.... but eventually we will grasp onto a lifeline of hope to begin to move toward a position that leads you out from being overwhelmed or consumed by those weights that you have been carrying. Therapy moves at a different pace for each person and care and compassion will be given to meet everyone's individual needs.
Recovery is about more than simply stopping the use of alcohol or drugs—it is about rebuilding a life worth living. I work with individuals struggling with substance use, alcohol use, criminal justice involvement, and the challenges that often accompany addiction, including relationship issues, grief, trauma, shame, and life transitions.
As a Substance Abuse Counselor-In-Training, I believe lasting change begins with honesty, self-awareness, and a willingness to ask for help. My approach combines evidence-based practices, cognitive behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, and recovery-oriented support.
Recovery is about more than simply stopping the use of alcohol or drugs—it is about rebuilding a life worth living. I work with individuals struggling with substance use, alcohol use, criminal justice involvement, and the challenges that often accompany addiction, including relationship issues, grief, trauma, shame, and life transitions.
As a Substance Abuse Counselor-In-Training, I believe lasting change begins with honesty, self-awareness, and a willingness to ask for help. My approach combines evidence-based practices, cognitive behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, and recovery-oriented support.
As a husband, father of 2 school-aged children, and person in long-term recovery, I understand that balancing family life while facing mental health and substance use challenges can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. I help individuals and families understand how these issues affect their relationships, identify patterns that fuel stress, and build healthier ways to communicate and support one another. Together, we create realistic goals that strengthen connection, restore hope, and promote long‑term well‑being.
As a husband, father of 2 school-aged children, and person in long-term recovery, I understand that balancing family life while facing mental health and substance use challenges can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. I help individuals and families understand how these issues affect their relationships, identify patterns that fuel stress, and build healthier ways to communicate and support one another. Together, we create realistic goals that strengthen connection, restore hope, and promote long‑term well‑being.
As a LCPC (Illinois) and LPC (Wisconsin), Addictions Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor with 23 years of clinical experience, I have a desire to learn an individual’s strengths, needs, abilities & preferences by providing counseling to clients from age 14 and up, veterans and couples. I utilize proven methods addressing issues with Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. As a veteran, my personal journey achieving wellness facilitates an added level of empathy and optimism, while concurrently allows for exploring and addressing incongruencies in behaviors in a manner which enhances the client’s desired outcome.
As a LCPC (Illinois) and LPC (Wisconsin), Addictions Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor with 23 years of clinical experience, I have a desire to learn an individual’s strengths, needs, abilities & preferences by providing counseling to clients from age 14 and up, veterans and couples. I utilize proven methods addressing issues with Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. As a veteran, my personal journey achieving wellness facilitates an added level of empathy and optimism, while concurrently allows for exploring and addressing incongruencies in behaviors in a manner which enhances the client’s desired outcome.
I am a client centered, strengths-based counselor that will work with older adolescents, adults, couples and families.
As a licensed professional counselor, I would like to assist you in a nonjudgmental, compassionate and safe environment for you to process daily struggles that are causing you to feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside you and empower you to make the changes that you desire.
I am a client centered, strengths-based counselor that will work with older adolescents, adults, couples and families.
As a licensed professional counselor, I would like to assist you in a nonjudgmental, compassionate and safe environment for you to process daily struggles that are causing you to feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside you and empower you to make the changes that you desire.
Children and youth struggling with disruptive behaviors that affect school, home and interpersonal relationships are treated, including support for the whole family.
At Brilliant Pathways Therapeutic Services, we provide personalized individual counseling sessions designed to address a wide range of mental health concerns. We are able to provide services throughout the states of MN and WI virtually and in-person. Our experienced therapist works closely with clients to develop effective strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD specific symptomology and more. We work with you to reach your individualized goals to help you grow.
Children and youth struggling with disruptive behaviors that affect school, home and interpersonal relationships are treated, including support for the whole family.
At Brilliant Pathways Therapeutic Services, we provide personalized individual counseling sessions designed to address a wide range of mental health concerns. We are able to provide services throughout the states of MN and WI virtually and in-person. Our experienced therapist works closely with clients to develop effective strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD specific symptomology and more. We work with you to reach your individualized goals to help you grow.
As a mental health coach, I support individuals of all ages who are navigating life changes, seeking greater confidence and stability, or simply needing a space to reduce stress and feel more at ease. Whether you're experiencing loss—of relationships, routines, roles, or loved ones—or you're just struggling to relax and find balance, coaching can help you move forward with intention. I'm passionate about helping people live true to who they are and what they want. In a world full of pressure to conform, authenticity is a powerful act. Remaining authentic while experiencing stress and change, can be difficult. I'd love to help.
As a mental health coach, I support individuals of all ages who are navigating life changes, seeking greater confidence and stability, or simply needing a space to reduce stress and feel more at ease. Whether you're experiencing loss—of relationships, routines, roles, or loved ones—or you're just struggling to relax and find balance, coaching can help you move forward with intention. I'm passionate about helping people live true to who they are and what they want. In a world full of pressure to conform, authenticity is a powerful act. Remaining authentic while experiencing stress and change, can be difficult. I'd love to help.
Online Therapists
My ideal clients are children ages 4 and older, adolescents, and adults who are seeking support through life's challenges.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs, helping them develop practical skills, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.
Services may include individual therapy, play therapy, parent consultation and support, behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and skill-building for emotional regulation.
My ideal clients are children ages 4 and older, adolescents, and adults who are seeking support through life's challenges.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs, helping them develop practical skills, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.
Services may include individual therapy, play therapy, parent consultation and support, behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and skill-building for emotional regulation.
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.
When we take the time to nourish our soul, we increase our emotional resilience and promote overall healing which helps us through life’s many obstacles and increases our quality of life. At Nourish Your Soul Counseling we have a variety of skilled practitioners here to both partner with and support their clients towards taking steps towards meaningful change. We offer services both in person in Sussex, Wi and Waupaca, Wi and service anyone online in Wisconsin.
When we take the time to nourish our soul, we increase our emotional resilience and promote overall healing which helps us through life’s many obstacles and increases our quality of life. At Nourish Your Soul Counseling we have a variety of skilled practitioners here to both partner with and support their clients towards taking steps towards meaningful change. We offer services both in person in Sussex, Wi and Waupaca, Wi and service anyone online in Wisconsin.
During sessions, I use play, art, and talking to allow children and teens use the therapy space to communicate and process their needs at their developmental level.
I work primarily with children who are struggling to adjust to parental divorce, mood disorders, ADHD, grief, processing emotions, and learning how to regulate themselves. Children often want to find ways to be more independent, while parents often want to know how they can help their children through the various stressors of life. Sometimes parents may also have their own mental health needs in addition to juggling parenting and perhaps the same stressors as the kids. I am here to help collaboratively so that the entire family system can become more resilient and have a better quality of life.
During sessions, I use play, art, and talking to allow children and teens use the therapy space to communicate and process their needs at their developmental level.
I work primarily with children who are struggling to adjust to parental divorce, mood disorders, ADHD, grief, processing emotions, and learning how to regulate themselves. Children often want to find ways to be more independent, while parents often want to know how they can help their children through the various stressors of life. Sometimes parents may also have their own mental health needs in addition to juggling parenting and perhaps the same stressors as the kids. I am here to help collaboratively so that the entire family system can become more resilient and have a better quality of life.
Full Circle Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC, NCC
New London, WI 54961
You’re the woman who holds everything together — for your family, your work, your relationships — yet quietly feels like you’re coming undone inside. On the outside, you look capable, thoughtful, and strong. On the inside, there’s a constant hum of anxiety, self-doubt, exhaustion, or sadness you can’t quite name. You may feel disconnected from your body, frustrated with your relationship to food or weight, overwhelmed by stress, or caught in patterns of people-pleasing that leave you depleted. Somewhere along the way, you learned to silence your own needs — and now you’re not sure how to hear yourself anymore.
You’re the woman who holds everything together — for your family, your work, your relationships — yet quietly feels like you’re coming undone inside. On the outside, you look capable, thoughtful, and strong. On the inside, there’s a constant hum of anxiety, self-doubt, exhaustion, or sadness you can’t quite name. You may feel disconnected from your body, frustrated with your relationship to food or weight, overwhelmed by stress, or caught in patterns of people-pleasing that leave you depleted. Somewhere along the way, you learned to silence your own needs — and now you’re not sure how to hear yourself anymore.
I've had the honor of working with people with a history of trauma throughout my life. PTSD, attachment disorder and dissociative disorders are normal responses to being exposed to Traumatic events. This is the way our brains try to protect us from being overwhelmed. We can get stuck feeling like the world is dangerous or the events are still occuring long after the trauma is over. Trauma Counseling helps our brains let go and heal the overwhelming events of our pasts. I truely believe we can heal from anything with the right treatment. Come and see if I'm the right therapist for you.
I've had the honor of working with people with a history of trauma throughout my life. PTSD, attachment disorder and dissociative disorders are normal responses to being exposed to Traumatic events. This is the way our brains try to protect us from being overwhelmed. We can get stuck feeling like the world is dangerous or the events are still occuring long after the trauma is over. Trauma Counseling helps our brains let go and heal the overwhelming events of our pasts. I truely believe we can heal from anything with the right treatment. Come and see if I'm the right therapist for you.
Rachelle Filipiak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Weston, WI 54476
Waitlist for new clients
Brain Energy, LLC is a Comprehensive Outpatient Clinical Practice of Wisconsin-Licensed Mental Health Professionals dedicated to providing accessible, affordable and goal directed mental health services both in person and virtually for all ages, couples and families. All struggles and issues are welcome, combining counseling, psychiatric resources, and medication management into one comprehensive setting. We aspire to achieve a more effective and efficient healthcare system resulting in a reduction in mental health symptoms overall. From surviving to thriving!
Brain Energy, LLC is a Comprehensive Outpatient Clinical Practice of Wisconsin-Licensed Mental Health Professionals dedicated to providing accessible, affordable and goal directed mental health services both in person and virtually for all ages, couples and families. All struggles and issues are welcome, combining counseling, psychiatric resources, and medication management into one comprehensive setting. We aspire to achieve a more effective and efficient healthcare system resulting in a reduction in mental health symptoms overall. From surviving to thriving!
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.