Strength-Based Therapists in 53701
Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
I have devoted the past 20 years following my passion of working with, and treating, individuals and their family members who have a severe and persistent mental illness, (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression). I am continuing my passion through the services of my outpatient practice. I believe in the dignity of the human spirit and treating all people with compassion and respect while promoting health, wellness and healing from within.
I have devoted the past 20 years following my passion of working with, and treating, individuals and their family members who have a severe and persistent mental illness, (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression). I am continuing my passion through the services of my outpatient practice. I believe in the dignity of the human spirit and treating all people with compassion and respect while promoting health, wellness and healing from within.
Are you feeling "stuck"? Are you plagued with anxiety, guilt and shame? Do you often think about the past with regret or blame or worry endlessly about the future? Do you have obsessive, unwanted thoughts? Perhaps you are not feeling motivated, have a lack of energy and are overwhelmed? Whether you have been struggling for many years or have only recently begun to feel this way we can work together to release this heaviness. I will help you process through difficulties so that you may improve the quality of your life. You have the power to change.
Are you feeling "stuck"? Are you plagued with anxiety, guilt and shame? Do you often think about the past with regret or blame or worry endlessly about the future? Do you have obsessive, unwanted thoughts? Perhaps you are not feeling motivated, have a lack of energy and are overwhelmed? Whether you have been struggling for many years or have only recently begun to feel this way we can work together to release this heaviness. I will help you process through difficulties so that you may improve the quality of your life. You have the power to change.
Sarah Sutton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53701 (Online Only)
Hello & welcome. I am glad you are here. I operate from a strengths-based perspective and person-centered approach: I believe that all individuals have the internal resources and capacity to make changes and progress toward their goals. I weave in concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other skills-based approaches to manage difficult emotions, stressful life events, attachment wounds, and self- and other-relationship conflict. I am EMDR-trained.
Hello & welcome. I am glad you are here. I operate from a strengths-based perspective and person-centered approach: I believe that all individuals have the internal resources and capacity to make changes and progress toward their goals. I weave in concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other skills-based approaches to manage difficult emotions, stressful life events, attachment wounds, and self- and other-relationship conflict. I am EMDR-trained.
Katy Siler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
Waitlist for new clients
My clients often have an idea of what they want in life, but find they are stuck in patterns that stop them from pursuing their dreams. Our collaborative work focuses on building a life that honors the true, authentic self. The goals of treatment often involve identifying underlying beliefs and working to heal beliefs that are limiting. The process of healing almost always involves intentional shifts in relationships; relationships with oneself, mental health, and loved ones. I primarily see LGBTQ+ clients (and allies), which means supporting clients to develop healthy authenticity in a society that may not be nurturing or safe.
My clients often have an idea of what they want in life, but find they are stuck in patterns that stop them from pursuing their dreams. Our collaborative work focuses on building a life that honors the true, authentic self. The goals of treatment often involve identifying underlying beliefs and working to heal beliefs that are limiting. The process of healing almost always involves intentional shifts in relationships; relationships with oneself, mental health, and loved ones. I primarily see LGBTQ+ clients (and allies), which means supporting clients to develop healthy authenticity in a society that may not be nurturing or safe.
Kelsey Siegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
Kelsey Siegel (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience working as an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children and their families. Kelsey has worked in a variety of environments, including in-home and school based services. Kelsey is dedicated to establishing relationships with folks in ways that feel supportive and safe, while holding space for the healing process to unfold. She is committed to advocating for equity within mental health services both individually and on larger levels, acknowledging that power and privilege impact wellness and accessibility.
Kelsey Siegel (she/her/hers) is a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years of experience working as an individual and family therapist, specializing in working with children and their families. Kelsey has worked in a variety of environments, including in-home and school based services. Kelsey is dedicated to establishing relationships with folks in ways that feel supportive and safe, while holding space for the healing process to unfold. She is committed to advocating for equity within mental health services both individually and on larger levels, acknowledging that power and privilege impact wellness and accessibility.
I am an Experienced, compassionate and competent therapist. I help individuals and couples identify and understand the patterns that are causing distress and disfunction. I enjoy the process of insight building and guiding my clients towards healthy change and control over who they are and how they engage life. I have expertise in post adoption reunion issues and help adult adoptees navigate those new relationship realities.
I am an Experienced, compassionate and competent therapist. I help individuals and couples identify and understand the patterns that are causing distress and disfunction. I enjoy the process of insight building and guiding my clients towards healthy change and control over who they are and how they engage life. I have expertise in post adoption reunion issues and help adult adoptees navigate those new relationship realities.
Worry and sadness are a normal part of life, at some points, sadness and worry can be hard to manage on your own, during those times, having someone to talk to can be very helpful for most people. I help individuals ages 12 and up that are experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression and feeling stuck in life.
Worry and sadness are a normal part of life, at some points, sadness and worry can be hard to manage on your own, during those times, having someone to talk to can be very helpful for most people. I help individuals ages 12 and up that are experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression and feeling stuck in life.
Do you often feel like you are just trying to survive or are barely staying afloat? Are you feeling inadequate in the spaces you occupy such as school, work, or home? Have you ever wondered if there is more to your identity than the mental health concerns that you experience? If you are reading this right now, I am proud of you for getting here. I normalize the self-doubt that you are going through. If you resonate with one of the aforementioned questions, I can partner with you to validate you and to determine the best solutions that will help you feel you can thrive despite all the challenges you may face.
Do you often feel like you are just trying to survive or are barely staying afloat? Are you feeling inadequate in the spaces you occupy such as school, work, or home? Have you ever wondered if there is more to your identity than the mental health concerns that you experience? If you are reading this right now, I am proud of you for getting here. I normalize the self-doubt that you are going through. If you resonate with one of the aforementioned questions, I can partner with you to validate you and to determine the best solutions that will help you feel you can thrive despite all the challenges you may face.
Laughing Heart Play Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53701
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with young children, teens and families. I hold specialized training in evidenced-based play therapy, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, trauma-informed therapy, parent-child attachment, and attachment parenting. Through the use of play, relational and somatic therapies, I assist children and families in resolving difficulties and achieving a greater sense of well-being. My holistic approach creates a sacred space for clients and cultivates each individual’s and family’s innate capacity to heal.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with young children, teens and families. I hold specialized training in evidenced-based play therapy, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, trauma-informed therapy, parent-child attachment, and attachment parenting. Through the use of play, relational and somatic therapies, I assist children and families in resolving difficulties and achieving a greater sense of well-being. My holistic approach creates a sacred space for clients and cultivates each individual’s and family’s innate capacity to heal.
Kristina Galuszka
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
Life is HARD! When we come across and experience stressful, anxiety-provoking, or uncomfortable emotions or situations, they can truly impede the progress we're trying to make in our lives. Issues like OCD, anxiety, feeling down, self-doubt, or struggling with substances can transform our lives into a challenging maze. It's essential to equip ourselves with fresh strategies to confront these hurdles directly and cultivate the courage needed to unleash our inner strengths!
Life is HARD! When we come across and experience stressful, anxiety-provoking, or uncomfortable emotions or situations, they can truly impede the progress we're trying to make in our lives. Issues like OCD, anxiety, feeling down, self-doubt, or struggling with substances can transform our lives into a challenging maze. It's essential to equip ourselves with fresh strategies to confront these hurdles directly and cultivate the courage needed to unleash our inner strengths!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53701
Each season of life comes with it's own challenges. Childhood can come with adjustments to change, family stress, school demands, and scary or unexpected events. Many new parents are faced with perinatal mental health struggles and many seasoned parents need support in managing their own or their children's mental health. College and young adulthood often brings it's own challenges and growing into the happy, confident, and independent person, parent, and student is easier with support. It is important to find the right therapist for you, no mater life's season.
Each season of life comes with it's own challenges. Childhood can come with adjustments to change, family stress, school demands, and scary or unexpected events. Many new parents are faced with perinatal mental health struggles and many seasoned parents need support in managing their own or their children's mental health. College and young adulthood often brings it's own challenges and growing into the happy, confident, and independent person, parent, and student is easier with support. It is important to find the right therapist for you, no mater life's season.
I have over 23 years of experience as a licensed therapist in the state of Wisconsin. I earned my MSW from Florida State University. I have advanced training in Brainspotting and developmental trauma. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including adolescents, families and adults, often focusing on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting, depression and family dynamics. As an adoptee, I bring a unique personal lens to my therapeutic profession.
I have over 23 years of experience as a licensed therapist in the state of Wisconsin. I earned my MSW from Florida State University. I have advanced training in Brainspotting and developmental trauma. I have worked with a wide range of clients, including adolescents, families and adults, often focusing on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting, depression and family dynamics. As an adoptee, I bring a unique personal lens to my therapeutic profession.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who utilizes evidence-based therapy practices, trauma-informed care, and the wisdom that comes from God’s Word to help you begin to write a new narrative. I am a Taylor University graduate and so glad to be in Indiana again. At ReStory Therapy, my mission is to assist individuals, couples, and families in engaging their stories of brokenness in order to begin rewriting a story of redemption and healing.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who utilizes evidence-based therapy practices, trauma-informed care, and the wisdom that comes from God’s Word to help you begin to write a new narrative. I am a Taylor University graduate and so glad to be in Indiana again. At ReStory Therapy, my mission is to assist individuals, couples, and families in engaging their stories of brokenness in order to begin rewriting a story of redemption and healing.
Jessica Dallman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, IMH-E, ACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
Openings on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Are you ready for a happier, healthier, more connected life? Sometimes we just need a little guidance in order to find our own health! I am a trilingual (English, American Sign Language, Spanish) multicultural counselor working with individuals, partners, and families who want to heal, grow, change, trust, let go, and/or thrive. Sessions are designed to support your unique needs while in relationship with yourself, the therapist, animals, other people, and the world around you. Ultimately, I facilitate the growth of your own inherent, natural wisdom. I offer retreats and intensives for clients, too!
Openings on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Are you ready for a happier, healthier, more connected life? Sometimes we just need a little guidance in order to find our own health! I am a trilingual (English, American Sign Language, Spanish) multicultural counselor working with individuals, partners, and families who want to heal, grow, change, trust, let go, and/or thrive. Sessions are designed to support your unique needs while in relationship with yourself, the therapist, animals, other people, and the world around you. Ultimately, I facilitate the growth of your own inherent, natural wisdom. I offer retreats and intensives for clients, too!
Trisha Broihahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53701
Waitlist for new clients
The stress of being a woman in today’s society is significantly overlooked. We’re expected to excel in school, have full-time careers, raise a family, keep the house clean and the pantry stocked, make homecooked meals, keep up with society’s ever-changing standard of “beauty,” exercise and eat healthy, maintain a close group of friends, and have strong relationships with our partners. We do all this while battling intrusive thoughts of perfectionism, low-self worth, poor body image, and never-ending guilt. Even when we feel like we’re drowning and there’s nothing left of us to give, we continue to put other's first.
The stress of being a woman in today’s society is significantly overlooked. We’re expected to excel in school, have full-time careers, raise a family, keep the house clean and the pantry stocked, make homecooked meals, keep up with society’s ever-changing standard of “beauty,” exercise and eat healthy, maintain a close group of friends, and have strong relationships with our partners. We do all this while battling intrusive thoughts of perfectionism, low-self worth, poor body image, and never-ending guilt. Even when we feel like we’re drowning and there’s nothing left of us to give, we continue to put other's first.
Are you or your partner struggling with the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or substance use? You don’t have to face it alone. I understand how deeply ADHD can impact your relationships, self-esteem, and daily life. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, I strive to create a collaborative and trusting therapeutic alliance for us to work together and address your unique struggles, whether rooted in ADHD or other mental health and SUD issues. My goal is to help you find clarity, confidence, and balance in your life or relationship, while fostering a healthy sense of well-being and curiosity.
Are you or your partner struggling with the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, depression, or substance use? You don’t have to face it alone. I understand how deeply ADHD can impact your relationships, self-esteem, and daily life. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, I strive to create a collaborative and trusting therapeutic alliance for us to work together and address your unique struggles, whether rooted in ADHD or other mental health and SUD issues. My goal is to help you find clarity, confidence, and balance in your life or relationship, while fostering a healthy sense of well-being and curiosity.
No Worries Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701
Everyone struggles sometimes. Whether you're experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, stress or burnout, trauma, or a different concern, we have a therapist who can help. At No Worries Wellness, you will feel heard, seen, and understood when you meet with a therapist who shows up authentically with you. We believe in collaborating with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you to help you reach your goals and live the life you want - a life full of peace, confidence, healthier relationships, more fulfillment, better stress management, or (fill in the blank with what you desire for your life).
Everyone struggles sometimes. Whether you're experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, stress or burnout, trauma, or a different concern, we have a therapist who can help. At No Worries Wellness, you will feel heard, seen, and understood when you meet with a therapist who shows up authentically with you. We believe in collaborating with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you to help you reach your goals and live the life you want - a life full of peace, confidence, healthier relationships, more fulfillment, better stress management, or (fill in the blank with what you desire for your life).
Mark A Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53701 (Online Only)
I am welcoming new clients who are looking for help with life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences. I currently have the capacity to serve older teens and adults via telehealth using a wide range of evidenced-based techniques and approaches. Whether this is your first time in therapy or not I believe in equipping you with knowledge and tools to use throughout your life to overcome behavioral and emotional barriers. If you are unsure of your goals or ideal outcomes, we collaborate to outline what you hope to change, improve, and accomplish and use outcome metrics to measure progress.
I am welcoming new clients who are looking for help with life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences. I currently have the capacity to serve older teens and adults via telehealth using a wide range of evidenced-based techniques and approaches. Whether this is your first time in therapy or not I believe in equipping you with knowledge and tools to use throughout your life to overcome behavioral and emotional barriers. If you are unsure of your goals or ideal outcomes, we collaborate to outline what you hope to change, improve, and accomplish and use outcome metrics to measure progress.
Joshua Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53701 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and dissociative conditions. I often see clients who have found that prior therapy did not go deep enough or that they can talk about their issues but remain stuck in the same unhealthy patterns. I help clients get beneath words and to transform the deeper feelings and emotions that are driving such patterns. I also have considerable experience working with loss, chronic illness, depression and anxiety, career and relationship transitions, questions of identity/purpose, relationship conflict, and navigating academic and creative work.
I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and dissociative conditions. I often see clients who have found that prior therapy did not go deep enough or that they can talk about their issues but remain stuck in the same unhealthy patterns. I help clients get beneath words and to transform the deeper feelings and emotions that are driving such patterns. I also have considerable experience working with loss, chronic illness, depression and anxiety, career and relationship transitions, questions of identity/purpose, relationship conflict, and navigating academic and creative work.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.