Female Therapists in Waupun, WI
Tammy Narance
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waupun, WI 53963
Feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Noticing a change in your sleep or appetite? Feeling more on edge? Life has its challenges. Relationships can be complicated. During hard times, you may pull away from others fearing the personal connection or believe you just need time on your own to figure things out. By looking at your own experiences and learning from what did or didn't work, we can work together for you to still achieve the ending you want to your story.
Feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Noticing a change in your sleep or appetite? Feeling more on edge? Life has its challenges. Relationships can be complicated. During hard times, you may pull away from others fearing the personal connection or believe you just need time on your own to figure things out. By looking at your own experiences and learning from what did or didn't work, we can work together for you to still achieve the ending you want to your story.
Amanda Draxler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waupun, WI 53963
In my counseling practice, I understand that every individual face unique challenges and deserves a personalized approach to therapy. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or family concerns, I offer a supportive environment where you can safely explore your feelings and work toward meaningful change. My goal is to help you unlock your own strengths and empower you to make the decisions that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
In my counseling practice, I understand that every individual face unique challenges and deserves a personalized approach to therapy. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or family concerns, I offer a supportive environment where you can safely explore your feelings and work toward meaningful change. My goal is to help you unlock your own strengths and empower you to make the decisions that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
Katie Hari, heART Expressive Therapies
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waupun, WI 53963
I utilize brainspotting, art, sandtray, and/or psychotherapy together to create self-expression and self-exploration. I meet where the individuals are at which determines what therapeutic approach we choose to make goals a success. I believe the individuals are the expert of their story and that the individuals have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that challenge them. I help guide individuals to build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence during their journey.
I utilize brainspotting, art, sandtray, and/or psychotherapy together to create self-expression and self-exploration. I meet where the individuals are at which determines what therapeutic approach we choose to make goals a success. I believe the individuals are the expert of their story and that the individuals have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that challenge them. I help guide individuals to build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence during their journey.
Online Therapists
Melissa Jo Bleiler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53707 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is to meet each client or couple where they’re at and help them get to where they want to go, whether that’s easing symptoms of anxiety, improving their relationship, or exploring some of the many aspects of their identity (sexuality, gender, partnerships, academics, career, etc) and what’s next for them. I am a generalist, and I also have expertise working with relationships and the alt-sex community. If you are feeling stuck or confused in your life, counseling can help you define past influences that got you here and where you want to go, and provide you with skills and guidance to get there.
My approach is to meet each client or couple where they’re at and help them get to where they want to go, whether that’s easing symptoms of anxiety, improving their relationship, or exploring some of the many aspects of their identity (sexuality, gender, partnerships, academics, career, etc) and what’s next for them. I am a generalist, and I also have expertise working with relationships and the alt-sex community. If you are feeling stuck or confused in your life, counseling can help you define past influences that got you here and where you want to go, and provide you with skills and guidance to get there.
Welcome! My practice specializes in serving: Parents & Caretakers of Children, Highly Sensitive People, Adults with Anxiety, Neurodiverse Adults (ADHD, Autism, other self-identified), School Administrators, Teachers, & Staff, Older Adults, including those who are exploring therapy for the first time
Welcome! My practice specializes in serving: Parents & Caretakers of Children, Highly Sensitive People, Adults with Anxiety, Neurodiverse Adults (ADHD, Autism, other self-identified), School Administrators, Teachers, & Staff, Older Adults, including those who are exploring therapy for the first time
Wendy Herrick is a licensed professional counselor. She earned her undergraduate degree at Marquette University and her master's degree at Concordia University and is a nationally certified counselor. Wendy works with children aged 4 and older, adolescents, adults and couples. Her specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, parenting issues, stress management and relationship building.
Wendy Herrick is a licensed professional counselor. She earned her undergraduate degree at Marquette University and her master's degree at Concordia University and is a nationally certified counselor. Wendy works with children aged 4 and older, adolescents, adults and couples. Her specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, parenting issues, stress management and relationship building.
OPEN FOR NEW CLIENTS!! Are you carrying things with you that are affecting your everyday life; your work, your relationships, home life, parenting, your reactions, concentration, intrusive thoughts? You do not need to carry these things with you every day. They are weighing you down, and it is time for you to reset yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families. Your particular needs determine which type of therapy works best. When working with couples and families I take a systemic approach. I view the "system" or interactions among one another as being faulty, not any particular individual.
OPEN FOR NEW CLIENTS!! Are you carrying things with you that are affecting your everyday life; your work, your relationships, home life, parenting, your reactions, concentration, intrusive thoughts? You do not need to carry these things with you every day. They are weighing you down, and it is time for you to reset yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families. Your particular needs determine which type of therapy works best. When working with couples and families I take a systemic approach. I view the "system" or interactions among one another as being faulty, not any particular individual.
Jeni Everts Beier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
Getting to this point takes a lot of courage. It can be a LOT to try to find the therapist that is right for you. I get it - I’ve been in that seat, too. It's scary to be vulnerable and try something new. But it’s also a lot to keep living and feeling the way you are right now. So let’s make some adjustments and start you on your way to feeling and living better. Spoiler alert: no therapist has all the answers. Instead, let's find the answers together. Therapy is exactly that - working together. I'm here to guide you along your path and help you in the direction that you want, not tell you where to go.
Getting to this point takes a lot of courage. It can be a LOT to try to find the therapist that is right for you. I get it - I’ve been in that seat, too. It's scary to be vulnerable and try something new. But it’s also a lot to keep living and feeling the way you are right now. So let’s make some adjustments and start you on your way to feeling and living better. Spoiler alert: no therapist has all the answers. Instead, let's find the answers together. Therapy is exactly that - working together. I'm here to guide you along your path and help you in the direction that you want, not tell you where to go.
Rachel Tillman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenfield, WI 53228
Life gets heavy. There is no way around it. Even the most evolved, positive, balanced people get stuck sometimes. There is no reason why we need to feel stuck by ourselves. Therapy can be the gift we give ourselves to get through the times when things feel hopeless. It also doesn’t need to be used only when we hit rock bottom. Therapy can be used as a way to continue growing through challenging life changes, navigating relationships, and help you learn more about yourself.
Life gets heavy. There is no way around it. Even the most evolved, positive, balanced people get stuck sometimes. There is no reason why we need to feel stuck by ourselves. Therapy can be the gift we give ourselves to get through the times when things feel hopeless. It also doesn’t need to be used only when we hit rock bottom. Therapy can be used as a way to continue growing through challenging life changes, navigating relationships, and help you learn more about yourself.
Seeking therapy is both an admirable and courageous first step in your journey towards wellness as defined by you. Whether you are facing a difficult life transition, wish to manage distressing mental health symptoms, or would like help identifying and breaking free from patterns that are interfering with your personal growth, you deserve an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to explore any and all facets of your life. Each client has unique needs, therefore there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health.
Seeking therapy is both an admirable and courageous first step in your journey towards wellness as defined by you. Whether you are facing a difficult life transition, wish to manage distressing mental health symptoms, or would like help identifying and breaking free from patterns that are interfering with your personal growth, you deserve an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to explore any and all facets of your life. Each client has unique needs, therefore there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health.
Krystle Haviland Wholewithin Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, ICS
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53704
As women we are often the connectors in our family, friendships and workplace and yet it can be extremely difficult to put yourself first.
I have the privilege of being a licensed mental health, addiction, and trauma therapist with 15 years of experience in the Madison area. Through this work I have had the honor of bearing witness to women, in all phases of life, experience deep pain and suffering yet achieve recovery and healing. I am also a mother to three daughters. It is through this work, my felt sense of being a woman, and my personal experience within motherhood that I have continued to pursue training and education to empower women. I am dedicated to walk alongside women and help them to thrive during each stage of life and beyond.
As women we are often the connectors in our family, friendships and workplace and yet it can be extremely difficult to put yourself first.
I have the privilege of being a licensed mental health, addiction, and trauma therapist with 15 years of experience in the Madison area. Through this work I have had the honor of bearing witness to women, in all phases of life, experience deep pain and suffering yet achieve recovery and healing. I am also a mother to three daughters. It is through this work, my felt sense of being a woman, and my personal experience within motherhood that I have continued to pursue training and education to empower women. I am dedicated to walk alongside women and help them to thrive during each stage of life and beyond.
Luisa Vanden Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53188
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel lost or overwhelmed? Have you noticed your past getting in the way of your future? Do you believe you didn’t get what you needed growing up or that you missed out on a “normal” childhood? Therapy can offer guidance and help support your journey to the life you want. Healing takes time and it can feel vulnerable going through this process. We will create a plan to work towards your goals and support you feeling safe in this process. You are the expert and leader of your life. Together, we can work towards life skills, deal with the past, and improve your mental health.
Do you feel lost or overwhelmed? Have you noticed your past getting in the way of your future? Do you believe you didn’t get what you needed growing up or that you missed out on a “normal” childhood? Therapy can offer guidance and help support your journey to the life you want. Healing takes time and it can feel vulnerable going through this process. We will create a plan to work towards your goals and support you feeling safe in this process. You are the expert and leader of your life. Together, we can work towards life skills, deal with the past, and improve your mental health.
Midwest Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookfield, WI 53072
Please note: Email is the very best way to reach us and get on our (short) waitlist for testing. We guarantee emailing kate dot mcgravey at midwestpsychassociates dot com is the best way to get a response from us. We specialize in neuropsychological and psychological testing for children, adolescents, and young adults. We can see clients ages 4 and up and specialize in testing for ADHD, Autism, or learning challenges. Please reach out with questions! One of our clinicians also has immediate openings for therapy (ages 12+).
Please note: Email is the very best way to reach us and get on our (short) waitlist for testing. We guarantee emailing kate dot mcgravey at midwestpsychassociates dot com is the best way to get a response from us. We specialize in neuropsychological and psychological testing for children, adolescents, and young adults. We can see clients ages 4 and up and specialize in testing for ADHD, Autism, or learning challenges. Please reach out with questions! One of our clinicians also has immediate openings for therapy (ages 12+).
Alex Wilk is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Bethel University and a Master's Degree from Loyola University. Alex is committed to establishing an authentic, warm, and trusting connection with her clients. She seeks to strike a balance between acceptance and change throughout the therapeutic process. She hopes to offer a non-judgmental space for clients to grow and reach goals they once viewed as unattainable.
Alex Wilk is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Bethel University and a Master's Degree from Loyola University. Alex is committed to establishing an authentic, warm, and trusting connection with her clients. She seeks to strike a balance between acceptance and change throughout the therapeutic process. She hopes to offer a non-judgmental space for clients to grow and reach goals they once viewed as unattainable.
Megan Fitzpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53715
My areas of speciality include stress and anxiety, managing ADHD, burn-out, and high-stress careers. I work with people around their interpersonal relationships and their relationship with themselves, with realistic understanding of the demands of the modern world. I work well with clients who might not "like therapy" generally, and still recognize they might benefit from talking to someone. I also work with men looking to change relationship and emotional patterns, and have extensive experience with professionals and professional students.
My areas of speciality include stress and anxiety, managing ADHD, burn-out, and high-stress careers. I work with people around their interpersonal relationships and their relationship with themselves, with realistic understanding of the demands of the modern world. I work well with clients who might not "like therapy" generally, and still recognize they might benefit from talking to someone. I also work with men looking to change relationship and emotional patterns, and have extensive experience with professionals and professional students.
Carolyn believes making art and being creative are inherently healing, and loves to tailor art experiences to fit the interests and goals of her clients, whether they are skilled artists or have not made art since they were young children. She is passionate about helping her clients gain greater self-understanding and self-acceptance through making and discussing many types of visual art, including drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, jewelry-making, found object and assemblage art, and fiber arts. Carolyn has experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, body image, self-esteem, perfectionism, and neurodivergence.
Carolyn believes making art and being creative are inherently healing, and loves to tailor art experiences to fit the interests and goals of her clients, whether they are skilled artists or have not made art since they were young children. She is passionate about helping her clients gain greater self-understanding and self-acceptance through making and discussing many types of visual art, including drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, jewelry-making, found object and assemblage art, and fiber arts. Carolyn has experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, body image, self-esteem, perfectionism, and neurodivergence.
Jennifer Reckner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Middleton, WI 53562
As someone who used to be a nurse, I have a special interest in other healthcare professionals and burnout/moral injury, vicarious trauma, and COVID-19 related stressors. I also work with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives, anxiety, depression, and perinatal issues. I believe in a collaborative, integrative, and holistic approach to support and encourage recovery goals. I strive to help others overcome obstacles through mental health education, psychotherapy, community advocacy, and self-empowerment.
As someone who used to be a nurse, I have a special interest in other healthcare professionals and burnout/moral injury, vicarious trauma, and COVID-19 related stressors. I also work with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives, anxiety, depression, and perinatal issues. I believe in a collaborative, integrative, and holistic approach to support and encourage recovery goals. I strive to help others overcome obstacles through mental health education, psychotherapy, community advocacy, and self-empowerment.
Christine Newville Gartler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53715
I specialize in the treatment of adults and adolescents for anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, women's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and PTSD.
I established my practice in 2007 following a decade of working as a therapist at Jane Addams' Hull House and Chicago area treatment facilities. My office is highly accessible, comfortable, and conducive to effective therapy. I believe that most people can benefit from an objective outside perspective during difficult or challenging times in their lives. My role is to provide additional support and to assist clients during this time of growth, transition or discovery. I help clients identify and navigate issues, crises and areas that are in need of healing. My approach is insight oriented, client centered, and non-judgmental.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and adolescents for anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, women's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and PTSD.
I established my practice in 2007 following a decade of working as a therapist at Jane Addams' Hull House and Chicago area treatment facilities. My office is highly accessible, comfortable, and conducive to effective therapy. I believe that most people can benefit from an objective outside perspective during difficult or challenging times in their lives. My role is to provide additional support and to assist clients during this time of growth, transition or discovery. I help clients identify and navigate issues, crises and areas that are in need of healing. My approach is insight oriented, client centered, and non-judgmental.
Shanen Sadowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913 (Online Only)
My specialty as a life coach is helping Christian women create the abundant lives they were created for- spiritually, mentally, emotionally, relationally, and financially.
Are you tired of your emotions keeping you from creating & living the life you imagined? Need a fresh perspective on your "difficult" marriage, knowing if it's going to improve, it will be YOU doing the work? I'll help you see where your power lies & how to keep your sanity despite your spouse's actions. Whether you need help managing chronic stress, healing from trauma, or navigating a life transition, I can help you get unstuck and become even stronger having been through it. My clients appreciate my candidness & are focused and ready to go after a better life for themselves! You are capable of so much more than you know.
My specialty as a life coach is helping Christian women create the abundant lives they were created for- spiritually, mentally, emotionally, relationally, and financially.
Are you tired of your emotions keeping you from creating & living the life you imagined? Need a fresh perspective on your "difficult" marriage, knowing if it's going to improve, it will be YOU doing the work? I'll help you see where your power lies & how to keep your sanity despite your spouse's actions. Whether you need help managing chronic stress, healing from trauma, or navigating a life transition, I can help you get unstuck and become even stronger having been through it. My clients appreciate my candidness & are focused and ready to go after a better life for themselves! You are capable of so much more than you know.
Kristen is a licensed professional counselor with considerable experience helping individuals manage crises and develop lifelong coping skills. Kristen will meet you where you are and help guide you to reach your full potential. Kristen s practice will provide you a welcoming, comforting environment so together you can develop strategies to overcome life s challenges. Kristen specializes in dialectical behavioral therapy DBT , which is very useful for individuals to work through mood disorders, anxiety and fear and help you change patterns of behavior such as self-harm or substance dependence.
Kristen is a licensed professional counselor with considerable experience helping individuals manage crises and develop lifelong coping skills. Kristen will meet you where you are and help guide you to reach your full potential. Kristen s practice will provide you a welcoming, comforting environment so together you can develop strategies to overcome life s challenges. Kristen specializes in dialectical behavioral therapy DBT , which is very useful for individuals to work through mood disorders, anxiety and fear and help you change patterns of behavior such as self-harm or substance dependence.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.