Marriage Counseling Therapists in East Village, Milwaukee, WI
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Susan Nolte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
I earned my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northwestern University's Family Institute.
Whether you are struggling with parenthood, having frequent conflicts with your partner, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in the field of psychology, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic for children doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and I have strategies and techniques to start helping you right now.
I earned my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northwestern University's Family Institute.
Whether you are struggling with parenthood, having frequent conflicts with your partner, grieving a loss, trying to establish healthy boundaries with family and friends, or working to understand yourself better — having someone to help support you through that process with empathy, insight, and guidance can be life changing. I have a masters in the field of psychology, am married and a mother of four, and worked in a day treatment clinic for children doing individual, family, and group therapy so I have seen a lot. You are not alone and I have strategies and techniques to start helping you right now.
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David Phelps
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MSHR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
I also work with same- and opposite-sex couples seeking to address a variety of problems and goals, including: relationship difficulties; conflict; lack of intimacy/feeling disconnected; infidelity, separation, divorce; disagreements about values, important life decisions, parenting style; improving communication; building a strong, loving relationship; adjusting to life events (marriage, cohabitation, child birth, etc.
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
I also work with same- and opposite-sex couples seeking to address a variety of problems and goals, including: relationship difficulties; conflict; lack of intimacy/feeling disconnected; infidelity, separation, divorce; disagreements about values, important life decisions, parenting style; improving communication; building a strong, loving relationship; adjusting to life events (marriage, cohabitation, child birth, etc.
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
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Katrina C Davis-Hicks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Online Only)
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and although this is my specialty, I am trained to provide psychotherapy services for a variety of services including: grief, couples, family, individual, group, and marriage counseling. I have experience working with a multitude of different issues ranging from depression, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, trauma, career counseling, coaching, anger management, work-life issues/balance, etc. I feel that the client is the expert of their lives and my duty is to provide unbiased, and non-judgmental support. I offer a laid back approach in order to foster a peaceful therapeutic environment.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and although this is my specialty, I am trained to provide psychotherapy services for a variety of services including: grief, couples, family, individual, group, and marriage counseling. I have experience working with a multitude of different issues ranging from depression, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, trauma, career counseling, coaching, anger management, work-life issues/balance, etc. I feel that the client is the expert of their lives and my duty is to provide unbiased, and non-judgmental support. I offer a laid back approach in order to foster a peaceful therapeutic environment.
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Taking that first step into counseling can be a daunting task. At Shoreside we will make those first steps as smooth as possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, life adjustments or any other issues that are challenging our goal is promote your health and well being in a way that suits you. We have seasoned compassionate professionals that treat clients of all ages, backgrounds and sexual orientations. We will meet you on your journey to better health exactly where you are and work together to provide you with the necessary tools to reach your goals.
Taking that first step into counseling can be a daunting task. At Shoreside we will make those first steps as smooth as possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, life adjustments or any other issues that are challenging our goal is promote your health and well being in a way that suits you. We have seasoned compassionate professionals that treat clients of all ages, backgrounds and sexual orientations. We will meet you on your journey to better health exactly where you are and work together to provide you with the necessary tools to reach your goals.
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Samantha Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SAC
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Online Only)
I am certified in Prepare- Enrich, a martial and pre-marital program.
Are you serious about changing your relationships? Are you ready to commit? I am compassionate, direct and fair, and I will throw in a bit of tough love. I believe in the resilience of couples and families as well as their ability to change. Anything can be accomplished if you set your mind to it and with my assistance, I will help you to achieve your goals. Those who typically come to see me are those struggling with relationships, addiction and trauma. I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I am certified in Prepare- Enrich, a martial and pre-marital program.
Are you serious about changing your relationships? Are you ready to commit? I am compassionate, direct and fair, and I will throw in a bit of tough love. I believe in the resilience of couples and families as well as their ability to change. Anything can be accomplished if you set your mind to it and with my assistance, I will help you to achieve your goals. Those who typically come to see me are those struggling with relationships, addiction and trauma. I work with children (ages 10 and up), adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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As a clinical psychologist and certified sex therapist, my specialty is sex and marital therapy. In my practice I specialize in working with individuals and couples experiencing a variety of sexual problems. These include orgasmic dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sexual pain disorders, vaginismus, lack of interest in sex, and sexual addictions. I also do general marital therapy and general psychotherapy.
As a clinical psychologist and certified sex therapist, my specialty is sex and marital therapy. In my practice I specialize in working with individuals and couples experiencing a variety of sexual problems. These include orgasmic dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sexual pain disorders, vaginismus, lack of interest in sex, and sexual addictions. I also do general marital therapy and general psychotherapy.
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Caitlin Myles Weber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I help individuals and couples with their sex lives, relationship structures, conflict and communication, systemic oppressions, parenting, grief, family conflicts, infertility, pregnancy, perinatal, infidelity, trust building, life transitions, depression & anxiety.
I practice sex therapy, individual therapy, and couples therapy in southeastern Wisconsin. I also specialize in family building, queer families, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. I help clients ages 15-75 with issues in individual mental health, sex and sexuality, relationships, and family dynamics. Areas in sexuality I help people with include dissatisfaction with sex, sexual pain, desire and arousal issues, out of control sexual behavior, difficulty with orgasm, healthy sex after trauma, polyamory, swinging, kink, gender & orientation discovery. Health at Every Size aligned, ace spectrum affirming, neurodivergence specialized.
A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I help individuals and couples with their sex lives, relationship structures, conflict and communication, systemic oppressions, parenting, grief, family conflicts, infertility, pregnancy, perinatal, infidelity, trust building, life transitions, depression & anxiety.
I practice sex therapy, individual therapy, and couples therapy in southeastern Wisconsin. I also specialize in family building, queer families, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. I help clients ages 15-75 with issues in individual mental health, sex and sexuality, relationships, and family dynamics. Areas in sexuality I help people with include dissatisfaction with sex, sexual pain, desire and arousal issues, out of control sexual behavior, difficulty with orgasm, healthy sex after trauma, polyamory, swinging, kink, gender & orientation discovery. Health at Every Size aligned, ace spectrum affirming, neurodivergence specialized.
The clinic’s experienced staff includes psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage & family therapists, and psychoanalysts.
Overwhelmed during a challenging time? We at the Lighthouse Clinic, realize that even the strongest of us can be under an extra burden of anxiety and fear. Uncertainty and apprehension can take over. Talking to a therapist about your concerns can lessen the feelings of distress at this time of high-anxiety. Our new Child Psychiatrist, Child Therapists and Adult Therapists also has immediate openings for medication management. Please contact us for an appointment.
The clinic’s experienced staff includes psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage & family therapists, and psychoanalysts.
Overwhelmed during a challenging time? We at the Lighthouse Clinic, realize that even the strongest of us can be under an extra burden of anxiety and fear. Uncertainty and apprehension can take over. Talking to a therapist about your concerns can lessen the feelings of distress at this time of high-anxiety. Our new Child Psychiatrist, Child Therapists and Adult Therapists also has immediate openings for medication management. Please contact us for an appointment.
With certifications in Prepare-Enrich marital/premarital counseling, Gottman couples therapy, and functional nutrition counseling, I provide comprehensive, tailored therapy experiences.
Are you struggling with mental health challenges or interpersonal conflict within your family? As a certified therapist specializing in mood disorders and family dynamics, I provide evidence-based interventions and employ a systemic approach to therapy. Emphasizing on all dimensions of clients’ lives - biological, psychological, relational, and social - I aim to propel positive growth and effective communication. My practice is rooted in empathy and the belief that every thought, feeling, and behavior serves a purpose and contributes to one's uniqueness. (338 characters)
With certifications in Prepare-Enrich marital/premarital counseling, Gottman couples therapy, and functional nutrition counseling, I provide comprehensive, tailored therapy experiences.
Are you struggling with mental health challenges or interpersonal conflict within your family? As a certified therapist specializing in mood disorders and family dynamics, I provide evidence-based interventions and employ a systemic approach to therapy. Emphasizing on all dimensions of clients’ lives - biological, psychological, relational, and social - I aim to propel positive growth and effective communication. My practice is rooted in empathy and the belief that every thought, feeling, and behavior serves a purpose and contributes to one's uniqueness. (338 characters)
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David C Low
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSE, MA, LPC, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specifically trained to provide couples counseling, family therapy and mediation.
Are you concerned that your relationship is drifting apart and you can't seem to get back that romantic love, friendship, closeness, emotional connection, comfort, support, and intimacy? Do you feel stuck again and again in similar misunderstanding and hurtful arguments, not being able to resolve your differences? Have your efforts to solve your relationship problems left you feeling so resentful, checked out, disheartened, disappointed and worn down and you are realizing that you are tired of feeling so alone and don't want to keep living like this? If you answered, “yes” to any of the above, I would like to help.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specifically trained to provide couples counseling, family therapy and mediation.
Are you concerned that your relationship is drifting apart and you can't seem to get back that romantic love, friendship, closeness, emotional connection, comfort, support, and intimacy? Do you feel stuck again and again in similar misunderstanding and hurtful arguments, not being able to resolve your differences? Have your efforts to solve your relationship problems left you feeling so resentful, checked out, disheartened, disappointed and worn down and you are realizing that you are tired of feeling so alone and don't want to keep living like this? If you answered, “yes” to any of the above, I would like to help.
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Ali Devine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
I work with individuals and couples looking to improve the quality of their relationships and work through emotional and behavioral difficulties. I am also interested in helping men and women navigate the challenges that come with the end of a relationship. Other groups I like to work with include individuals in stressful life stages and clients struggling with substance use issues, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I’m particularly drawn to young adults and adults in my practice. As a therapist, I will challenge and encourage you to make necessary changes.
I work with individuals and couples looking to improve the quality of their relationships and work through emotional and behavioral difficulties. I am also interested in helping men and women navigate the challenges that come with the end of a relationship. Other groups I like to work with include individuals in stressful life stages and clients struggling with substance use issues, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I’m particularly drawn to young adults and adults in my practice. As a therapist, I will challenge and encourage you to make necessary changes.
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Thank for finding your way to my page. Chances are, no matter what your specific concern, you arrived here because you want to feel better, and you want important relationships in your life to work better. My goal is to facilitate your capacity to do both, as I have done with many individuals, couples and families over the past 30 years. Living a whole life, for a whole lifetime, is both worthy of our effort and possible. My practice is faith-, culture- and sexual orientation-friendly. Come as you are, we will utilize every resource to undo the knots and reweave the fabric of your life in more satisfying ways. Online capacity.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Online Only)
Are you a neurodivergent adult struggling with relationships, mood regulation, or anxiety? Meet Deanna Houck, a certified Life Coach, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin, and a specialist in Neuropsychotherapy. She focuses on emotional discovery and regulation, and targets ineffective behaviors and beliefs. With nearly 30 years of experience, Deanna blends therapy and coaching to ensure improved treatment outcomes. (Character count: 345)
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Laurie Yinko Groh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Online Only)
Need supervision or private practice consultation? Looking for a supervisor to help you grow as a professional? I understand the difficulties that go into developing professionally. With my supervision and consulting services, I can focus on helping wellness providers improve their work and their business. This isn't just about talking- it's understanding why we think what we do and how we can shift our mindsets when needed. Let me show you ways to improve your craft through individual or group supervision and consulting services so that you leave feeling an improved sense of confidence.
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Dawn Giorno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
If you are looking for clarity, increased self-awareness and ways to accept and/or change the challenging areas in your life, I'm here to help. I specialize in couples and utilize a collaborative approach to understand all the parts of yourself and/or your partner. I also work closely with those in the perinatal and parenthood period of life who are looking to increase self-care, maintain healthy boundaries and communicate effectively. Finding balance in life can be hard and therapy is a great space to explore these issues, uncover your unique strengths and learn new skills to improve your life and relationships.
If you are looking for clarity, increased self-awareness and ways to accept and/or change the challenging areas in your life, I'm here to help. I specialize in couples and utilize a collaborative approach to understand all the parts of yourself and/or your partner. I also work closely with those in the perinatal and parenthood period of life who are looking to increase self-care, maintain healthy boundaries and communicate effectively. Finding balance in life can be hard and therapy is a great space to explore these issues, uncover your unique strengths and learn new skills to improve your life and relationships.
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Are you feeling a push to make some changes and reevaluate your relationships? Not just with family and friends...but with work, alcohol, monogamy or other parts of your routine? I specialize in supporting individuals and couples navigating life transitions. We all have the power to create whatever kind of life we want, regardless of what has brought us to this moment. I love working with people ready to explore life's possibilities and help them decide what's next. Drawing upon my education as a counselor, death doula, and yoga teacher, I embrace a holistic approach to wellness that infuses different aspects of these disciplines.
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Christina Popp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
If you’re feeling unfulfilled, worried, sad, or dread the moment you open your eyes in the morning, then you have come to the right place. I am here to help you get unstuck. Whether you are facing difficulties in relationships, unhelpful thought patterns, life changes, or need support navigating the waters of grief, I am here to walk alongside empowering you to overcome these challenges.
If you’re feeling unfulfilled, worried, sad, or dread the moment you open your eyes in the morning, then you have come to the right place. I am here to help you get unstuck. Whether you are facing difficulties in relationships, unhelpful thought patterns, life changes, or need support navigating the waters of grief, I am here to walk alongside empowering you to overcome these challenges.
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Margo Florez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck? Need someone to talk to about life transitions, challenges at work, relationship issues, alcohol or substance use? We can figure stuff out together and come up with a plan. Things can get better if you take the first step.
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck? Need someone to talk to about life transitions, challenges at work, relationship issues, alcohol or substance use? We can figure stuff out together and come up with a plan. Things can get better if you take the first step.
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Stephanie J Erbes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
East Village, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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It can be difficult to ask for help when life gets overwhelming and you believe you should be able to handle everything on your own. Everyone needs support at times. Let's work together to identify and change unhealthy patterns in your life. My goal is to provide a judgement-free space for you to share your unique strengths and challenges. Most clients benefit from simply being heard and validated without judgement. Successful clients are open to trying something different. Keep an open mind and consider new approaches to coping and problem resolution and you'll experience change.
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We view challenges as an opportunity for growth. Life challenges us with difficulties including depression, anxiety, illness, growing up and getting older. We often try to conceal our struggles with smiles or withdraw from those around us.
We view challenges as an opportunity for growth. Life challenges us with difficulties including depression, anxiety, illness, growing up and getting older. We often try to conceal our struggles with smiles or withdraw from those around us.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.