Therapists in West Allis, WI

In life we are faced with many challenges. Sometimes this happens when it is least expected. This can lead to hopelessness, doubt, worry, sadness, anger, and many other unwanted feelings and emotions. The good news is, despite the challenges you may be experiencing, you have the ability to make a change. It can be difficult to navigate life situations. Finding the right support through these difficult times is an important first step. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, stress management, anger management, and relationship and family issues.

Individuals who may feel stuck in life, who wrestle with depression, anxiety, past trauma, and other mental health needs, are looking for relief, for hope, and for a new way of doing things. People want to feel heard and valued, they want to know that they matter and that their experiences are real. We all have an innate desire "to know and be known."

If you feel down, stuck, or don't know how to move forward, it can help to find professional support—someone in your corner, to help you get your bearings again and find your way through the tough times. As a solution-focused and strengths-based therapist, I work with clients to understand their past, clarify their present, and support their goals moving forward, even through life’s hardest situations. I work with clients experiencing the effects of trauma using EMDR and mindfulness, targeting and reworking core beliefs to move individuals and couples forward in their relationships with themselves and others.

Everyone’s journey to wellness and change is unique and meaningful. As a therapist, I empower my clients by helping them identify their strengths and points of weakness to create change to help them live a fulfilling life and create a treatment plan to help them achieve their individual goals. I work to create a warm and inviting environment where my clients feel comfortable talking with me. Taking the first step to get help is not always easy, and I feel that it is important to build a trusting relationship with my clients. I use an empathetic approach and work to identify manageable steps that can be taken to achieve these goals.

Life is constantly changing, but not everyone adjusts to it in the same way. This unpredictability can lead to feelings of overwhelm, unpreparedness, powerlessness and insecurity. Sometimes, it's challenging to manage our own response to change or let alone the reactions of those close to us. What worked for others may not work for us, but that doesn't mean we should give up on our potential.

You’re the one people go to for support because you seem like you have it all together. Underneath, however, is a different story. You’re barely hanging on. Everyday stressors are overwhelming you. Feeling depressed, hopeless, and anxious are your new norms. You may feel uncomfortable in your own skin and use substances or restrictions as a way to cope. You may feel fearful and stuck because of a traumatic experience. Humans are naturally resilient, but in an attempt to adapt we can fall into unhealthy cycles that keep us from realizing our potential.

Many of the issues that keep you stuck are rooted deep in your past. Without a clear understanding of where your pain began, you can become frustrated with how it shows up in your life. Your pain can express itself in many ways such as anxiety, irritability, discomfort in your body, depression, low self-worth, or self-doubt. It can also hinder your ability to connect with others and become a barrier to your personal and professional relationships. You don't have to continue in these patterns. You can find internal peace, feel connected, and fully embrace being your true self.

Are you worried that depression is becoming a chronic problem? Are you interested in addressing your issues without medication or with the least amount of medication possible? Do you want to learn healthy thinking skills, to be in better control of your emotions, and to align your actions with your deepest values? Mindfulness skills are simple to learn and helpful to use. Research has shown that up to 40% of those who apply mindfulness practices to manage the symptoms of depression have been able to successfully eliminate anti-depressant medication without relapsing for more than 5 years.

Unexpected changes or events in your life can create debilitating stress or trauma symptoms. Moving forward with life when you're feeling helpless and defeated may seem impossible right now. Currently, getting out of bed and taking basic care of yourself may be all you can do. Or maybe you're going through the motions at home and at work because people depend on you, but on the inside you feel like a mouse in a giant, dark maze and you're trying not to break-down.

The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit! Psalm 34:18 niv. Good News: there is peace in knowing someone cares about your emotional state of being.

I believe everyone has all that is needed to feel better, inside of the them. I help my clients make these discoveries. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist and have been helping my clients restore hope and momentum in their lives for more than sixteen years. I address issues of trauma, anxiety and mood in adults and first responders. I have completed training with the NVFC National Volunteer Fire Council (Fire . EMS. Rescue). See new directory June 2020 at www.nvfc.org.

Life these days can be stressful. You may be feeling like you are juggling a lot of things in your life including work and home priorities. Persistent worry may be keeping you up all night and now you are having a hard time concentrating at work. Each day may feel like "Ground Hogs" day as you count down until the weekend or your next day off of work. Of course if you are a parent, you have a twenty-four hour job that keeps you on call at a moments notice. It may be hard to imagine a time when you did something just for you!

It is difficult to figure out what to do when the situations we go through leave us feeling exhausted and defeated. Life presents us with obstacles at times that may seem impossible to overcome. You may be dealing with emotional pain, emptiness, overthinking, relationship issues, feeling like no one gets it or even thoughts of giving up. I understand how we can end up feeling stuck, lost, and not sure where to turn. I believe achieving change and finding a solution to the problem is possible. I want to walk with you and help you find your way forward towards healing, connectedness, and wholehearted living.

Everyone goes through a challenging time in their lives and it can be overwhelming on how to overcome the obstacles we experience. These experiences can often lead us to feel depleted and exhausted. As a clinician, I am devoted in helping those who need direction in their lives and find the root to their problem and help solve them. I am eager to walk with you in your therapeutic journey and begin to feel like your true self again.

My idea client would be someone who is at point in their life where they want to make some changes, but may be unsure of the process, and needs some guidance. No one has all the answers, but "Working together, we will create a better you!!"

I help clients who struggle with burnout, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, relationship challenges, parenting issues, and body image concerns. I am passionate about viewing my clients holistically, in the context of broader family and social systems, culture, and society.

I try to work with folks who are struggling with their interpersonal relationships and life path. I find that being motivated to make changes in life and confront difficult situations is challenging, and I specialize in offering empathetic guidance in that area. Ideally my clients are people who have a desire to stay accountable, but need assistance to make that accountability stick. If you are in the Vet Med field or have experienced pet loss, I also have experience to help you! If you are someone who wants to find creative solutions to their problems and you are ready to do some self-reflecting, I am the therapist for you!

Dr. John Ernst has 36 years of diverse psychological experience. He treats individual adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Dr. Ernst has extensive media experience, including live radio and television broadcasts as well as writing newspaper columns and internet blogs about psychological issues. He has numerous positive patient satisfaction endorsements which underscore his expertise as a highly effective, ethical, and professional clinician. He strives to deliver outstanding quality care to achieve real-world solutions that are effective and easy to understand and apply.

I graduated from Concordia University, WI. There, I obtained a master's degree in Professional Counseling. I have a special interest in couple's therapy, healthy relationship training, and youth issues. I am a member of the National Anger Management Association, Anger Management certification, a certified relationship coach, and has been trained in multiple curriculum to help families achieve healthy relationship. Bilingual Spanish/English. I believe in the holistic approach to therapy, (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and economical well-being). Friendly, culturally sensitive, solution focus, brief therapy, behavioral, and cognitive therapy approach. 414-405-1682 or miraclecounselingcoaching@gmail.com.