Family Therapists in Shell Lake, WI
I work best with teens, young adults, individuals, couples and families that are feeling stuck in life.
Hello! I'm Kayla and I am proud of you for taking this first step in searching for a therapist for yourself or a loved one. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in WI that has 10+ years of experience practicing across age ranges and in diverse locations. Using direct communication, open mindedness and some light humor, I will help you succeed.
I work best with teens, young adults, individuals, couples and families that are feeling stuck in life.
Hello! I'm Kayla and I am proud of you for taking this first step in searching for a therapist for yourself or a loved one. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in WI that has 10+ years of experience practicing across age ranges and in diverse locations. Using direct communication, open mindedness and some light humor, I will help you succeed.
Anchor Bay Counseling Center's motto is "Where Hope Has A Home" The goal of therapy is to help people regain their footing and find hope again in their day to day lives. We specialize in individual, marriage and family therapy offering a values driven approach.
Anchor Bay Counseling Center's motto is "Where Hope Has A Home" The goal of therapy is to help people regain their footing and find hope again in their day to day lives. We specialize in individual, marriage and family therapy offering a values driven approach.
I’ve supported folks in navigating physical/mental disabilities, social services, family court, the criminal justice system, low income, etc.
I believe folks have the innate ability to find healing and change within themselves through supportive guidance in a safe environment. My aim is to provide space for discussion, exploration, learning, and growth—however that looks. I follow the client's lead in identifying and approaching their concerns, including tailoring treatment methods to best fit their goals and learning styles. I approach every therapeutic relationship being trauma informed, culturally sensitive, and person-centered. I am passionate about increasing self-awareness, learning how to navigate challenges, and practicing healthy connection and communication.
I’ve supported folks in navigating physical/mental disabilities, social services, family court, the criminal justice system, low income, etc.
I believe folks have the innate ability to find healing and change within themselves through supportive guidance in a safe environment. My aim is to provide space for discussion, exploration, learning, and growth—however that looks. I follow the client's lead in identifying and approaching their concerns, including tailoring treatment methods to best fit their goals and learning styles. I approach every therapeutic relationship being trauma informed, culturally sensitive, and person-centered. I am passionate about increasing self-awareness, learning how to navigate challenges, and practicing healthy connection and communication.
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I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, and specialize in providing services to children (3 and older) and adolescents through individual, family and play therapy.
Life is full of surprises and sometimes it is difficult to know how to handle these changes. I am dedicated to providing a professional, caring and respectful environment which encourages clients to collaborate in identifying areas of concern and individualizing goals. Through a combination of therapeutic techniques that are research-based and effective, clients learn ways to cope with those changes that were once viewed as troublesome.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, and specialize in providing services to children (3 and older) and adolescents through individual, family and play therapy.
Life is full of surprises and sometimes it is difficult to know how to handle these changes. I am dedicated to providing a professional, caring and respectful environment which encourages clients to collaborate in identifying areas of concern and individualizing goals. Through a combination of therapeutic techniques that are research-based and effective, clients learn ways to cope with those changes that were once viewed as troublesome.
Elizabeth Johnson, Superior Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MSE, LSC, LPC
Hayward, WI 54843
We provide counseling services to families, adults, teens and children who come from all different backgrounds.
With over 23 years of experience as a Counselor, I have found the most effective way to do therapy is to help empower people to recognize the power and strength they have within themselves. There is hope and a way to get better. I will help you through psycho-education, effective coping skills, and changing/interrupting your negative thought patterns. When you change the way you see yourself and your situation you can change your life in ways you never thought possible. Superior Counseling now has 6 other therapists who are highly skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and substance abuse treatment so you have options here!
We provide counseling services to families, adults, teens and children who come from all different backgrounds.
With over 23 years of experience as a Counselor, I have found the most effective way to do therapy is to help empower people to recognize the power and strength they have within themselves. There is hope and a way to get better. I will help you through psycho-education, effective coping skills, and changing/interrupting your negative thought patterns. When you change the way you see yourself and your situation you can change your life in ways you never thought possible. Superior Counseling now has 6 other therapists who are highly skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy and substance abuse treatment so you have options here!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe in the power of a growth mindset to strengthen mental health and personal well-being. My areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I take a client-centered approach, emphasizing mindfulness, stress management, and self-acceptance. I also value incorporating humor when appropriate to create a supportive and comfortable environment for change.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe in the power of a growth mindset to strengthen mental health and personal well-being. My areas of focus include ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I take a client-centered approach, emphasizing mindfulness, stress management, and self-acceptance. I also value incorporating humor when appropriate to create a supportive and comfortable environment for change.
Healing doesn't have to be a journey you take alone. I help adolescents and adults navigate the heavy weight of depression and trauma using proven tools like EMDR and DBT. As a mental health therapist, I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship. I'm here to walk alongside you as you work through challenges such as healing past experiences and emotional regulation.
Healing doesn't have to be a journey you take alone. I help adolescents and adults navigate the heavy weight of depression and trauma using proven tools like EMDR and DBT. As a mental health therapist, I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship. I'm here to walk alongside you as you work through challenges such as healing past experiences and emotional regulation.
I really enjoy working with those who primarily have situational and emotional difficulties with anxiety, stress, ego-strength and unresolved relationship or family issues.
Our first session will include getting a background of your family, your medical and situational history, which may take the entire session and sometimes part of the second session. This is important, as information is key to helping.
I really enjoy working with those who primarily have situational and emotional difficulties with anxiety, stress, ego-strength and unresolved relationship or family issues.
Our first session will include getting a background of your family, your medical and situational history, which may take the entire session and sometimes part of the second session. This is important, as information is key to helping.
Knowing how to compassionately and accurately draw out the impact of family legacies, unmet developmental needs as well as client strengths and their genuine commitments in life and in relationships, has led to exceptional success and healing for people I have worked with.
My focus might be short term counseling or longer term in-depth psychotherapy, depending on the needs of the client. In all cases, the client-therapist or counselor relationship quality is critical to real sustainable change. This relationship quality is created through empathy, genuiness and respect for the client and a genuine desire on my part to understand. When people feel known accurately and respected, that intangible magic begins to happen which leads to healing. Truth and love are definitely a part of that which leads us directly into the spiritual realm. Individual and couples therapy are my specialties.
Knowing how to compassionately and accurately draw out the impact of family legacies, unmet developmental needs as well as client strengths and their genuine commitments in life and in relationships, has led to exceptional success and healing for people I have worked with.
My focus might be short term counseling or longer term in-depth psychotherapy, depending on the needs of the client. In all cases, the client-therapist or counselor relationship quality is critical to real sustainable change. This relationship quality is created through empathy, genuiness and respect for the client and a genuine desire on my part to understand. When people feel known accurately and respected, that intangible magic begins to happen which leads to healing. Truth and love are definitely a part of that which leads us directly into the spiritual realm. Individual and couples therapy are my specialties.
We are both licensed marriage and family therapists with additional credentialing in multiple areas to serve you better.
Just like a car needs a regular oil change to keep it running smoothly for the long haul, people can benefit from a therapeutic "life tune-up." Maintaining ourselves, and our relationships can decrease problems later on that could be more expensive and damaging the longer they go without repair.
We are both licensed marriage and family therapists with additional credentialing in multiple areas to serve you better.
Just like a car needs a regular oil change to keep it running smoothly for the long haul, people can benefit from a therapeutic "life tune-up." Maintaining ourselves, and our relationships can decrease problems later on that could be more expensive and damaging the longer they go without repair.
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.
My therapy focus areas are anxiety, depression, trauma, and children/ families.
The therapeutic approach that I use depends on your age, goals, your preferences, and what we learn works best for you. I am here to help you get to where you want to be. In order to do that my focus is building a solid trusting relationship and environment with you that is both nurturing and healthy.
My therapy focus areas are anxiety, depression, trauma, and children/ families.
The therapeutic approach that I use depends on your age, goals, your preferences, and what we learn works best for you. I am here to help you get to where you want to be. In order to do that my focus is building a solid trusting relationship and environment with you that is both nurturing and healthy.
I’m so glad you’re here! Starting (or resuming) therapy can feel like a big and sometimes overwhelming step, and I want to honor your courage in taking it. You deserve support that feels authentic, and I’m here to walk alongside you on this unique journey with compassion, curiosity, and care. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, and trauma, and I take a collaborative, client-centered approach tailored to your unique goals.
I’m so glad you’re here! Starting (or resuming) therapy can feel like a big and sometimes overwhelming step, and I want to honor your courage in taking it. You deserve support that feels authentic, and I’m here to walk alongside you on this unique journey with compassion, curiosity, and care. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, and trauma, and I take a collaborative, client-centered approach tailored to your unique goals.
My experience stems from assisting children, adolescents and their family to navigate the challenges life presents, whether rooted in trauma, life changes, or future goals.
When working with families, I include internal family systems and attachment theory approaches to facilitate exploration of our relationships while sustaining the individual identity. As an artistic individual, I also offer creative expression through art and music, through which to share feelings and facilitate healing.
My experience stems from assisting children, adolescents and their family to navigate the challenges life presents, whether rooted in trauma, life changes, or future goals.
When working with families, I include internal family systems and attachment theory approaches to facilitate exploration of our relationships while sustaining the individual identity. As an artistic individual, I also offer creative expression through art and music, through which to share feelings and facilitate healing.
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 5 years of professional clinical experience, specifically working with family systems, couples therapy, and individual therapy.
I will curate your therapy to fit who you are as a person. I have experience with multiple therapeutic modalities and I believe that no one therapy is perfect for everyone. I provide individual therapy, couples therapy, and adolescent group tabletop role-playing game therapy and skills training. I am a Certified Therapeutic Game Master. Let's roll the dice!
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 5 years of professional clinical experience, specifically working with family systems, couples therapy, and individual therapy.
I will curate your therapy to fit who you are as a person. I have experience with multiple therapeutic modalities and I believe that no one therapy is perfect for everyone. I provide individual therapy, couples therapy, and adolescent group tabletop role-playing game therapy and skills training. I am a Certified Therapeutic Game Master. Let's roll the dice!
I enjoy working with parents and families as well, to help strengthen and repair relationships.
I strive to connect with each client on an individual level and get to know their goals and what they want out of therapy.
I enjoy working with parents and families as well, to help strengthen and repair relationships.
I strive to connect with each client on an individual level and get to know their goals and what they want out of therapy.
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I have experience working with a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, identity development, self esteem, grief and loss, concerns related to family of origin, and boundary setting / assertiveness skills.
My approach is collaborative and client centered. I often utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centered Approaches, Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my work with clients.
I have experience working with a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, identity development, self esteem, grief and loss, concerns related to family of origin, and boundary setting / assertiveness skills.
My approach is collaborative and client centered. I often utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centered Approaches, Solution Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my work with clients.
I’m a trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families to build stronger, more connected relationships.
I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment where children and families feel understood and empowered. I believe meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship and use a blend of Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Circle of Security, Theraplay, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Brain spotting to meet each family's unique needs.
I’m a trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families to build stronger, more connected relationships.
I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment where children and families feel understood and empowered. I believe meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship and use a blend of Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Circle of Security, Theraplay, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Brain spotting to meet each family's unique needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training. I received a masters degree in social work from UW-Madison in 2014. Following graduation, I practiced as a DPI licensed school social worker for five years, working primarily with elementary aged youth experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. I have extensive experience working in emergency mental health and crisis intervention, mental health commitment case management, and the voluntary psychosocial rehabilitation program, Comprehensive Community Services (CCS). I volunteered with my local domestic abuse and sexual assault crisis line.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training. I received a masters degree in social work from UW-Madison in 2014. Following graduation, I practiced as a DPI licensed school social worker for five years, working primarily with elementary aged youth experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. I have extensive experience working in emergency mental health and crisis intervention, mental health commitment case management, and the voluntary psychosocial rehabilitation program, Comprehensive Community Services (CCS). I volunteered with my local domestic abuse and sexual assault crisis line.
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, bullying, ADHD, OCD, trauma, suicide/crisis intervention, conflict mediation, communication skills, self-talk, obesity, parenting, family change, and many others.
Genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of my person-centered and strength-based approach. At different moments in life, I believe every person may benefit from having an unbiased listener, an objective mediator, an open-minded supporter. This is why I prefer to think of therapy as providing support and generating hope. It is a process where individuals can be empowered to accomplish their goals and dreams in a genuine, trusting, and caring environment. I have seen how lives are changed when people have someone to believe in them, to talk with them, to support them.
My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, bullying, ADHD, OCD, trauma, suicide/crisis intervention, conflict mediation, communication skills, self-talk, obesity, parenting, family change, and many others.
Genuineness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of my person-centered and strength-based approach. At different moments in life, I believe every person may benefit from having an unbiased listener, an objective mediator, an open-minded supporter. This is why I prefer to think of therapy as providing support and generating hope. It is a process where individuals can be empowered to accomplish their goals and dreams in a genuine, trusting, and caring environment. I have seen how lives are changed when people have someone to believe in them, to talk with them, to support them.
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FAQ - About Family Therapy
What issues does family therapy help with?
Family therapy can help families navigate the complex dynamics of family life, including communication challenges and recurring conflict between family members. A therapist can help family members identify dysfunctional patterns in communication and develop healthier ways of relating. Family therapy may also be helpful during major life transitions or stressful events that affect the family system, such as grief, divorce, trauma, relocation, or a serious illness. In some cases, family therapy can support families coping with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use disorders, and eating disorders. In these situations, therapy can provide education and support for family members, as well as to the individual with the mental health diagnosis.
How do I know if my family needs counseling?
Family therapy may be helpful if a family consistently struggles with conflict or communication in a way that affects daily life or relationships. It can also be beneficial when someone in the family is experiencing significant emotional or behavioral changes, such as a family member becoming aggressive, withdrawing, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. Additionally, some concerns, such as addiction or eating disorders, may be especially important to address in the context of the family unit.
Who attends family counseling sessions?
Family counseling sessions are often attended by members of the immediate family, such as parents, caregivers, children, or siblings. However, other family members may attend when appropriate, including grandparents, stepparents, stepsiblings, or co-parents. Who attends may depend on the family’s needs, the therapist’s recommendations, and the goals of treatment.
Can family therapy be done online?
Family therapy can often be done online. Virtual sessions may be especially convenient when family members live in different locations, have busy schedules, or live in an area where family therapists are less accessible. However, online therapy may not be the best fit for every family. In-person care may be more appropriate when there are safety concerns, severe conflict, limited privacy at home, or when young children have difficulty engaging through a screen.
What therapeutic approaches are used in family counseling?
Family therapy can take different forms, including systemic family therapy (exploring how individual actions affect the family), structural family therapy (uncovering the structure and relationship dynamics of the family unit), and attachment-based family therapy (focusing on how bonds between family members shape relationships). Family therapy may also include psychoeducation, which helps family members learn more about a mental health condition and how to respond to it more effectively.
How much does family therapy cost and is it covered by insurance?
Family therapy sessions, which typically last about an hour, often range from $150 to $250 or more, depending on factors such as location, therapist experience, session length, and practice setting. In general, family therapy may cost more than individual therapy because it involves multiple participants and more complex treatment planning. Insurance coverage for family therapy varies by plan. Some plans may cover family therapy when it is part of treatment for a diagnosed mental health condition affecting one family member. However, many plans do not cover therapy for general family conflict, communication concerns, or relationship issues alone. Before starting therapy, it is important to check with your insurance provider to confirm whether family therapy is covered, what your copay or deductible may be, and whether any diagnosis, referral, or prior authorization is required.