Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Stoughton, WI
Individuals looking for counseling are often struggling with issues that have developed over time. Often, these issues can be caused by painful relationships, work environments, family problems, traumatic events, health issues, alcohol or drug addiction as well as being an affected family member or friend, loss of loved ones or simply feeling stuck in an unsatisfactory place in life. My focus is to carefully listen and understand the issues that you want to address and then focus on helping you to utilize your strengths, abilities, and skills to find a sense of empowerment in your life.
Individuals looking for counseling are often struggling with issues that have developed over time. Often, these issues can be caused by painful relationships, work environments, family problems, traumatic events, health issues, alcohol or drug addiction as well as being an affected family member or friend, loss of loved ones or simply feeling stuck in an unsatisfactory place in life. My focus is to carefully listen and understand the issues that you want to address and then focus on helping you to utilize your strengths, abilities, and skills to find a sense of empowerment in your life.
I use an integrative approach, which includes Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic, Psychoeducation, Systems Theory among others.
I have extensive experience working with a wide variety of populations and issues, including people with trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. My philosophy of counseling is client-centered, based on respect for the individual and a belief in each person’s intrinsic value. I approach each session with a humanistic and person-centered perspective, and focus on personal strengths, skills, and goals that aid in the recovery and empowerment of my clients. My goal is to help clients work through life’s challenges and to find and achieve their full potential. I look forward to working with you.
I use an integrative approach, which includes Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic, Psychoeducation, Systems Theory among others.
I have extensive experience working with a wide variety of populations and issues, including people with trauma, addiction, and mental health challenges. My philosophy of counseling is client-centered, based on respect for the individual and a belief in each person’s intrinsic value. I approach each session with a humanistic and person-centered perspective, and focus on personal strengths, skills, and goals that aid in the recovery and empowerment of my clients. My goal is to help clients work through life’s challenges and to find and achieve their full potential. I look forward to working with you.
My goal in counseling is to provide professional and compassionate services to clients. I do this by using a non-judgmental approach. The foundation of effective counseling is a good collaborative approach that requires honest caring without judgment. My focus is on anxiety, stress management, perfectionism, the high achiever, social anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and life transitions.
My goal in counseling is to provide professional and compassionate services to clients. I do this by using a non-judgmental approach. The foundation of effective counseling is a good collaborative approach that requires honest caring without judgment. My focus is on anxiety, stress management, perfectionism, the high achiever, social anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and life transitions.
You are whole and worthy, exactly as you are — and yet life’s challenges can leave lasting marks on your mind, body, and spirit. I am here to walk alongside you as you heal, grow, and rediscover your strength.
You are whole and worthy, exactly as you are — and yet life’s challenges can leave lasting marks on your mind, body, and spirit. I am here to walk alongside you as you heal, grow, and rediscover your strength.
I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma (be it personal, intergenerational/familial, or cultural), identity, spirituality, death & dying, grief, family systems, and the ways in which our lives are impacted by the larger social systems and institutions around us.
I believe that a strong relationship rooted in safety is essential towards digging in to the more challenging topics, and so the beginning of our work together is oriented around nurturing this safety. I also believe that the work of healing and growth takes time and patience. My approach is slow, non-forceful, and centered around learning to be fully human.
I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma (be it personal, intergenerational/familial, or cultural), identity, spirituality, death & dying, grief, family systems, and the ways in which our lives are impacted by the larger social systems and institutions around us.
I believe that a strong relationship rooted in safety is essential towards digging in to the more challenging topics, and so the beginning of our work together is oriented around nurturing this safety. I also believe that the work of healing and growth takes time and patience. My approach is slow, non-forceful, and centered around learning to be fully human.
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Licensed in both Washington and Wisconsin. I aim to help my clients to explore their goals in and out of counseling, utilizing new tools, exploring emotions, relationships and their vision for personal growth. I focus on addressing trauma, attachment relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, and identity work. I previously worked in home/school based counseling, nonprofit and college counseling. I tend to use humor in my work, be direct when needed but primarily aim to build a relationship around consistent support through the ups and downs of life.
Licensed in both Washington and Wisconsin. I aim to help my clients to explore their goals in and out of counseling, utilizing new tools, exploring emotions, relationships and their vision for personal growth. I focus on addressing trauma, attachment relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, and identity work. I previously worked in home/school based counseling, nonprofit and college counseling. I tend to use humor in my work, be direct when needed but primarily aim to build a relationship around consistent support through the ups and downs of life.
Starting therapy is an act of self-care and bravery.
I take a collaborative approach to goal-setting, focusing on what’s most meaningful to you. We’ll move at your pace and adjust as you gain insight and self-awareness. I provide support, structure, and tools to help you stay grounded and move confidently toward your desired goals.
Starting therapy is an act of self-care and bravery.
I take a collaborative approach to goal-setting, focusing on what’s most meaningful to you. We’ll move at your pace and adjust as you gain insight and self-awareness. I provide support, structure, and tools to help you stay grounded and move confidently toward your desired goals.
Life can be full of daily stressors, unforeseen obstacles, challenging relationships, and lingering trauma. Therapy can help untangle some of these experiences and help people grow into a healthier version of themselves. Whether you're focused on a new issue, old wounds, or seeking a place to simply learn more about yourself - talking through it can be immensely helpful. My approach to therapy is wholistic and eclectic; viewing everyone I work with as a complex person who could benefit from a mix of different therapy modalities.
Life can be full of daily stressors, unforeseen obstacles, challenging relationships, and lingering trauma. Therapy can help untangle some of these experiences and help people grow into a healthier version of themselves. Whether you're focused on a new issue, old wounds, or seeking a place to simply learn more about yourself - talking through it can be immensely helpful. My approach to therapy is wholistic and eclectic; viewing everyone I work with as a complex person who could benefit from a mix of different therapy modalities.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support concerns including life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Experiencing changes in sleep, appetite, or mood? When mental health challenges arise, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. Life stress and relationship difficulties can make you want to withdraw or handle things on your own but professional therapy can help. By exploring your experiences, patterns, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past, we work together to build healthier coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and support your emotional well-being so you can move toward the outcome and life you want.
I use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and ACT to support concerns including life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Experiencing changes in sleep, appetite, or mood? When mental health challenges arise, it’s common to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. Life stress and relationship difficulties can make you want to withdraw or handle things on your own but professional therapy can help. By exploring your experiences, patterns, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past, we work together to build healthier coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and support your emotional well-being so you can move toward the outcome and life you want.
Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Is addiction making your life unmanageable? Is anxiety shrinking your life into a prison of fear, robbing you of the freedom to live the life you want? Are you struggling with depression and feeling hopeless? Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. If you are searching for safe place to explore changing this, I can help.
Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Is addiction making your life unmanageable? Is anxiety shrinking your life into a prison of fear, robbing you of the freedom to live the life you want? Are you struggling with depression and feeling hopeless? Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. If you are searching for safe place to explore changing this, I can help.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist who integrates EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to support healing from developmental, relational, and complex trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, and challenging relationship patterns.
I help clients reconnect with themselves, build self- acceptance, and create meaningful change. I bring deep empathy, flexible tools, and a grounded presence. I have current openings and am honored to welcome new clients into my practice.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist who integrates EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to support healing from developmental, relational, and complex trauma, as well as depression, anxiety, and challenging relationship patterns.
I help clients reconnect with themselves, build self- acceptance, and create meaningful change. I bring deep empathy, flexible tools, and a grounded presence. I have current openings and am honored to welcome new clients into my practice.
Dan Willman at Golden Vibes Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Madison, WI 53703
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my Psychology Today profile. My name is Dan. My approach to therapy is eclectic, but what I believe is most important is the therapeutic relationship. If you don't feel comfortable and relaxed, your healing and growth will feel more like work than a journey. I try to create an atmosphere tailored to your specific needs and desires. Whether you're seeking a guide, a teacher, or an instructor; I can fill that role and ensure you feel comfortable enough to ask for a change of pace. Seeking therapy can feel like an intimidating ordeal, my aim is to make it a tranquil yet invigorating hike through nature.
Welcome to my Psychology Today profile. My name is Dan. My approach to therapy is eclectic, but what I believe is most important is the therapeutic relationship. If you don't feel comfortable and relaxed, your healing and growth will feel more like work than a journey. I try to create an atmosphere tailored to your specific needs and desires. Whether you're seeking a guide, a teacher, or an instructor; I can fill that role and ensure you feel comfortable enough to ask for a change of pace. Seeking therapy can feel like an intimidating ordeal, my aim is to make it a tranquil yet invigorating hike through nature.
I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and always work from a trauma-informed lens.
You’ve spent years holding it all together... you have been the strong one keeping it together for everyone else. You worry when you are going to slip or others will finally see through you... that you don't actually have it together at all.
I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and always work from a trauma-informed lens.
You’ve spent years holding it all together... you have been the strong one keeping it together for everyone else. You worry when you are going to slip or others will finally see through you... that you don't actually have it together at all.
Hello and welcome! I provide EMDR Intensive and extended treatment to people with history or struggles with trauma. I work with clients to achieve resolution of intrusive symptoms, emotional dysregulation, dissociative issues and hyper-sensitivity. Intensive or extended treatment can be beneficial for recovery from relationship harms, accidents, disasters and victimization. You can have symptom relief in days rather than weeks or months. During treatment, you are my sole focus.
Hello and welcome! I provide EMDR Intensive and extended treatment to people with history or struggles with trauma. I work with clients to achieve resolution of intrusive symptoms, emotional dysregulation, dissociative issues and hyper-sensitivity. Intensive or extended treatment can be beneficial for recovery from relationship harms, accidents, disasters and victimization. You can have symptom relief in days rather than weeks or months. During treatment, you are my sole focus.
Dorothee Tshiela
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Madison, WI 53703
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, ACT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy depending on what you need.
I tend to work well with people who are often holding it all together for themselves & everyone else, sometimes with duct tape and a smile.
Many of my clients are used to carrying a lot for others while struggling quietly themselves.
You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, low self-confidence, depression, trauma, or season of life that's left you feeling stuck.
You’re not looking for sugarcoating. You want honesty, kindness, and someone who will show up and work alongside you. You don’t have to have the perfect words to start therapy. I offer honesty, warmth, and a space to slow down, feel supported, and reconnect with yourself
I am trained in EMDR, DBT, ACT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy depending on what you need.
I tend to work well with people who are often holding it all together for themselves & everyone else, sometimes with duct tape and a smile.
Many of my clients are used to carrying a lot for others while struggling quietly themselves.
You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, low self-confidence, depression, trauma, or season of life that's left you feeling stuck.
You’re not looking for sugarcoating. You want honesty, kindness, and someone who will show up and work alongside you. You don’t have to have the perfect words to start therapy. I offer honesty, warmth, and a space to slow down, feel supported, and reconnect with yourself
Discover, commit & ACT on your values; overcome unnecessary suffering, get motivated, accept yourself unconditionally, act assertively without guilt, and change harmful addictive behaviors without (or with) 12-Steps spirituality.
I also hold a Master Addiction Counselor certificate from The National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals through NAADAC; edited The SMART Recovery Handbook 2nd Ed. (2004); know the research and skills to help you. To end addictions, what works? Google: "robertjmeyersphd.com/ Evidence-Based Treatment" (see page 270 of pdf).
Discover, commit & ACT on your values; overcome unnecessary suffering, get motivated, accept yourself unconditionally, act assertively without guilt, and change harmful addictive behaviors without (or with) 12-Steps spirituality.
I also hold a Master Addiction Counselor certificate from The National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals through NAADAC; edited The SMART Recovery Handbook 2nd Ed. (2004); know the research and skills to help you. To end addictions, what works? Google: "robertjmeyersphd.com/ Evidence-Based Treatment" (see page 270 of pdf).
It started with a simple belief — that everyone deserves to feel seen, understood, and safe. That belief has shaped every clinician, every decision, and every session we offer. The team consists of therapists who are passionate and proud to serve clients of all ages right here in Lake Geneva.
It started with a simple belief — that everyone deserves to feel seen, understood, and safe. That belief has shaped every clinician, every decision, and every session we offer. The team consists of therapists who are passionate and proud to serve clients of all ages right here in Lake Geneva.
Jess uses the following Modalities in her therapy: CBT, CPT, DBT, ACT, PE, EMDR, with special emphasis on Values, Schemas, and Self-Compassion.
Jess Shattuck (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her areas of interest include life transitions and adjustments, anxiety and mood disorders, ADHD and neurodivergency, PTSD and trauma recovery, kink/polyamorous/queer relationships, and LGBTQ issues. She draws from components of relational, attachment, and developmental theories as well as evidence-based practices in her work. Jess works with individuals with diverse and underrepresented identities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy/polyamory, kink affirming, neurodiversity affirming) with various mental health concerns, levels of trauma, and life issues.
Jess uses the following Modalities in her therapy: CBT, CPT, DBT, ACT, PE, EMDR, with special emphasis on Values, Schemas, and Self-Compassion.
Jess Shattuck (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her areas of interest include life transitions and adjustments, anxiety and mood disorders, ADHD and neurodivergency, PTSD and trauma recovery, kink/polyamorous/queer relationships, and LGBTQ issues. She draws from components of relational, attachment, and developmental theories as well as evidence-based practices in her work. Jess works with individuals with diverse and underrepresented identities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy/polyamory, kink affirming, neurodiversity affirming) with various mental health concerns, levels of trauma, and life issues.
Hi! I'm glad you're here! It takes courage to reach out for support, and you’ve already taken an important first step. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by past trauma, or caught in the stress of high-conflict relationships with family, partners, or co-parents. Others are navigating the challenges of disability—whether their own or a loved one’s—and want a therapist who truly understands and affirms their experience.
Hi! I'm glad you're here! It takes courage to reach out for support, and you’ve already taken an important first step. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by past trauma, or caught in the stress of high-conflict relationships with family, partners, or co-parents. Others are navigating the challenges of disability—whether their own or a loved one’s—and want a therapist who truly understands and affirms their experience.
I work with individuals navigating complex trauma and ADHD, helping them reconnect with the many parts of themselves that influence how they think, feel, and act.
I’ve lived, learned, and guided others through trauma, understanding how past experiences shape our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I use EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to process difficult experiences, release stuck patterns, and help you move toward a fuller, more integrated life.
I work with individuals navigating complex trauma and ADHD, helping them reconnect with the many parts of themselves that influence how they think, feel, and act.
I’ve lived, learned, and guided others through trauma, understanding how past experiences shape our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I use EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to process difficult experiences, release stuck patterns, and help you move toward a fuller, more integrated life.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.