Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Wausau, WI
As a marriage and family therapist, I greatly enjoy working with couples and families, especially those who struggle with communication. I love teaching people how to problem solve and resolve conflict. I am passionate about helping those with trauma, grief/loss, adjustment, depression and anxiety. I also work with those who have experienced racial and/or religious trauma. Many of my clients struggle with boundaries, expressing needs and saying no. I am particularly interested in working with underserved populations, and strive to offer culturally sensitive and competent services. I am bilingual and can also offer services in Hmong.
As a marriage and family therapist, I greatly enjoy working with couples and families, especially those who struggle with communication. I love teaching people how to problem solve and resolve conflict. I am passionate about helping those with trauma, grief/loss, adjustment, depression and anxiety. I also work with those who have experienced racial and/or religious trauma. Many of my clients struggle with boundaries, expressing needs and saying no. I am particularly interested in working with underserved populations, and strive to offer culturally sensitive and competent services. I am bilingual and can also offer services in Hmong.
Additionally, I have specialized training and experience working with children, adolescents, & young adults.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
Additionally, I have specialized training and experience working with children, adolescents, & young adults.
Life is challenging, but there is hope. My clients come from a variety of backgrounds and experience a variety of struggles, but all have one thing in common. Everyone needs to feel understood, supported, and heard in order to grow. I work with my clients in a warm and supportive environment to help them understand their experiences, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and themselves. I work with my clients to meet their goals for mind and body wellness ranging from everyday stress to major life challenges.
As a licensed sport psychologist, I help athletes and high performers overcome mental barriers and reach their potential. Whether you’re facing performance anxiety, injury recovery, self-doubt, or burnout, I offer evidence-based strategies to boost confidence, focus, motivation, and emotional resilience. I also provide psychological evaluations. Ready to strengthen your mental game? Let’s work together to help you excel in sport and life.
As a licensed sport psychologist, I help athletes and high performers overcome mental barriers and reach their potential. Whether you’re facing performance anxiety, injury recovery, self-doubt, or burnout, I offer evidence-based strategies to boost confidence, focus, motivation, and emotional resilience. I also provide psychological evaluations. Ready to strengthen your mental game? Let’s work together to help you excel in sport and life.
The Caring Tree - Child & Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, AT
Wausau, WI 54401
The Caring Tree: Children & Counseling Center in Wausau provides therapy to children of all ages and their families. Our focus is on improving the overall wellness of children who are experiencing post-trauma, mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, and high functioning autism. Therapy facilitates communication and healing while supporting the family.
The Caring Tree: Children & Counseling Center in Wausau provides therapy to children of all ages and their families. Our focus is on improving the overall wellness of children who are experiencing post-trauma, mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, ADHD, and high functioning autism. Therapy facilitates communication and healing while supporting the family.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and reaching out for support is often one of the hardest parts of the process. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported exactly as you are.
I believe healing begins within the context of a genuine, trusting relationship. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Together, we can explore the patterns, experiences, and challenges that may be holding you back while building on the strengths that have helped you get this far.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and reaching out for support is often one of the hardest parts of the process. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported exactly as you are.
I believe healing begins within the context of a genuine, trusting relationship. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Together, we can explore the patterns, experiences, and challenges that may be holding you back while building on the strengths that have helped you get this far.
I work with adults, children, and teens who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly trying to keep up—whether that shows up as worry, emotional outbursts, shutdown, difficulty focusing, or trouble following through on daily tasks.
My approach is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming. I help clients understand how anxiety, trauma, and nervous system regulation impact emotions, behavior, and executive functioning. Together, we focus on building insight, practical tools, and self-compassion so challenges feel more manageable and less consuming.
I work with adults, children, and teens who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly trying to keep up—whether that shows up as worry, emotional outbursts, shutdown, difficulty focusing, or trouble following through on daily tasks.
My approach is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming. I help clients understand how anxiety, trauma, and nervous system regulation impact emotions, behavior, and executive functioning. Together, we focus on building insight, practical tools, and self-compassion so challenges feel more manageable and less consuming.
My expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns.
My expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns.
Dr. Hurd specializes in comprehensive assessments for ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Giftedness, and Mental Health Disorders for all ages. Assessment results will clarify diagnoses and provide critical next steps. Dr. Hurd is an expert in mental health, developmental disabilities, learning, ADHD and Autism. This ensures that the comprehensive evaluation will consider each of these areas and help that person to improve their symptoms and succeed in life.
Dr. Hurd specializes in comprehensive assessments for ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Giftedness, and Mental Health Disorders for all ages. Assessment results will clarify diagnoses and provide critical next steps. Dr. Hurd is an expert in mental health, developmental disabilities, learning, ADHD and Autism. This ensures that the comprehensive evaluation will consider each of these areas and help that person to improve their symptoms and succeed in life.
With 9 years of experience, I have worked with children, adults, and families. I currently provide therapy for clients ages 10 and older. I have an integrative and collaborative approach to therapy that is tailored to fit the needs of my clients. I believe in creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that allows a client to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop skills, and work towards their goals.
With 9 years of experience, I have worked with children, adults, and families. I currently provide therapy for clients ages 10 and older. I have an integrative and collaborative approach to therapy that is tailored to fit the needs of my clients. I believe in creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that allows a client to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop skills, and work towards their goals.
I'm here to offer you the gift of hope. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families through various life transitions: loss and grief, hurtful relationships, parenting challenges, life with chronic illness, and improving couple and family communication. I believe in assisting the individual, couple or family to seek solutions by building upon their personal strengths.
I'm here to offer you the gift of hope. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families through various life transitions: loss and grief, hurtful relationships, parenting challenges, life with chronic illness, and improving couple and family communication. I believe in assisting the individual, couple or family to seek solutions by building upon their personal strengths.
My expertise includes providing individual therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I work with individuals 5 years and up. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals who struggle with trauma. My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness. I consider myself to be an open-minded individual who provides empathy and guidance to my clients working through difficult moments.
My expertise includes providing individual therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, and other mental health concerns. I work with individuals 5 years and up. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals who struggle with trauma. My philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and mindfulness. I consider myself to be an open-minded individual who provides empathy and guidance to my clients working through difficult moments.
Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Merrill, Grafton, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Sheboygan, Marshfield, Wausau, and Stevens Point. Our clinicians offer clinically proven, evidence-based treatment interventions for most mental health issues. Our clinicians believe in a collaborative environment, between both fellow professionals and with the clients themselves. We work with individuals of all ages and needs, from children to adults. We strive to provide a safe, relaxed, warm, and comforting space to help clients grow at their own pace.
Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Merrill, Grafton, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Sheboygan, Marshfield, Wausau, and Stevens Point. Our clinicians offer clinically proven, evidence-based treatment interventions for most mental health issues. Our clinicians believe in a collaborative environment, between both fellow professionals and with the clients themselves. We work with individuals of all ages and needs, from children to adults. We strive to provide a safe, relaxed, warm, and comforting space to help clients grow at their own pace.
I enjoy helping everyone whom I see; however, I especially enjoy working with those looking for help healing from trauma (I use EMDR), older teens who are looking to "find their way," adults facing career changes, and those struggling with grief and loss.
I specialize in using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help those recovering from trauma, helping young adults navigate life, adults making career changes, and those coping with grief. I guide clients to live more authentically.
I enjoy helping everyone whom I see; however, I especially enjoy working with those looking for help healing from trauma (I use EMDR), older teens who are looking to "find their way," adults facing career changes, and those struggling with grief and loss.
I specialize in using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help those recovering from trauma, helping young adults navigate life, adults making career changes, and those coping with grief. I guide clients to live more authentically.
Are you feeling helpless, sad, overwhelmed, or fearful? Are you experiencing difficulty in your relationships with family or friends? Through the guidance offered in psychotherapy, you may be able to overcome these issues and resolve the feelings and problems that seem beyond your control. The process will be individually tailored to fit your personality and the particular problems you hope to address. Through collaboration and compassion you can achieve a sense of hope and develop healthier, more effective behaviors.
Are you feeling helpless, sad, overwhelmed, or fearful? Are you experiencing difficulty in your relationships with family or friends? Through the guidance offered in psychotherapy, you may be able to overcome these issues and resolve the feelings and problems that seem beyond your control. The process will be individually tailored to fit your personality and the particular problems you hope to address. Through collaboration and compassion you can achieve a sense of hope and develop healthier, more effective behaviors.
I specialize in a wide range of psychological evaluations. Most of these are related to the criminal legal system. I assess risk of recidivism and amenability to treatment for those charged with sexual offending, both in the adult and juvenile system. I evaluate for competency to stand trial and whether there is support for a plea of Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. I use formal testing, actuarial predictive instruments, review of records, collateral information and clinical interview to formulate my recommendations. I also see therapy clients with whom I use an approach integrating mindfulness and cognitive therapy.
I specialize in a wide range of psychological evaluations. Most of these are related to the criminal legal system. I assess risk of recidivism and amenability to treatment for those charged with sexual offending, both in the adult and juvenile system. I evaluate for competency to stand trial and whether there is support for a plea of Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. I use formal testing, actuarial predictive instruments, review of records, collateral information and clinical interview to formulate my recommendations. I also see therapy clients with whom I use an approach integrating mindfulness and cognitive therapy.
Lately do you find yourself thinking "something's got to change?" Well, NOW is the time to start finding your way forward. I've supported many people (including numerous fellow therapists looking for their own psychological "tune-up") over my 25+ years of offering counseling and been witness to some pretty great outcomes when together we map out the next steps and make adjustments along the way. I invite you to join me in finding your path to a more satisfying quality of life.
Lately do you find yourself thinking "something's got to change?" Well, NOW is the time to start finding your way forward. I've supported many people (including numerous fellow therapists looking for their own psychological "tune-up") over my 25+ years of offering counseling and been witness to some pretty great outcomes when together we map out the next steps and make adjustments along the way. I invite you to join me in finding your path to a more satisfying 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.
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.
Hello! Thanks for taking time to get to know a little bit about me. I am a clinical health psychologist serving professionals and their families. I help folks with a variety of concerns like anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, ADHD, substance use, and relationship problems, but also help people with medical concerns like insomnia, chronic pain, weight loss, coping with the stress illness, making behavior changes to help with chronic problems, and more. I have developed a specialty of working with high stress professionals in managing their health and wellbeing in demanding careers.
Hello! Thanks for taking time to get to know a little bit about me. I am a clinical health psychologist serving professionals and their families. I help folks with a variety of concerns like anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, ADHD, substance use, and relationship problems, but also help people with medical concerns like insomnia, chronic pain, weight loss, coping with the stress illness, making behavior changes to help with chronic problems, and more. I have developed a specialty of working with high stress professionals in managing their health and wellbeing in demanding careers.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental health and is motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may be experiencing a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, that are impacting their overall well-being and quality of life. Note: BHC has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Marshfield, Merrill, Grafton, Sheboygan, Wausau, and Stevens Point Wisconsin.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of prioritizing their mental health and is motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may be experiencing a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, that are impacting their overall well-being and quality of life. Note: BHC has locations in Fort Atkinson, Madison, Marshfield, Merrill, Grafton, Sheboygan, Wausau, and Stevens Point Wisconsin.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Education. With extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children, my practice centers around addressing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress-related issues. I have a particular passion for family therapy, especially when working with adult children and their families, helping to foster communication and healing within the family unit.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Education. With extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children, my practice centers around addressing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress-related issues. I have a particular passion for family therapy, especially when working with adult children and their families, helping to foster communication and healing within the family unit.
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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.