Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Madison, WI

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with children, adolescents, and adults throughout the lifespan. I enjoy working with diverse populations and have had the privilege of working in various settings including in-home behavioral therapy, group homes, assisted living, intensive day treatment settings, and outpatient counseling. I am currently offering outpatient counseling services at Golden Vibes Counseling Center.

I decided to become a therapist because of my passion for helping others. My mission is to help others heal and grow. When people have a safe space to explore their concerns, the possibilities for healing and growth are endless. It is an honor for me to provide that space and empower others to identify the next steps in their journey. I facilitate a welcoming, safe, judgment-free zone. I promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. My approach is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive.

I am an advanced practice social worker with experience supporting people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds with their mental well-being. I aim to create a welcoming, warm space for people to explore and heal with support. I value building strong therapeutic relationships and working alongside clients to help them achieve their goals. I am currently working with individual clients ages 13+ at Golden Vibes Counseling Center offering outpatient counseling services.

Ever wonder what your life would be like if you spent it living, instead of healing from things that weren't your fault? Every life chapter can have challenges, but that doesn't mean you must suffer and it certainly doesn't mean you go it alone. I focus on helping the helpers, healers and those who serve. All are welcome. I guide you to help resolve the root cause of your problems, remove barriers, and experience life. You can recover from trauma, ditch old narratives and begin your next chapter.

I have clinical experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders. My approach is individualized for each client utilizing Person-Centered Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, and Harm Reduction. I believe the rapport you have with your Therapist is vital for a successful outcome.

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.

My down to earth, compassionate and honest nature will make you feel supported and comfortable in the therapeutic process. I convey an empathic approach and gentle sense of humor as I create a safe space that allows clients to develop their authentic self. I bring a playful spirit to my work which is complimented by training and numerous years of experience. I am passionate about helping adults, children and families heal from past trauma and find success in building healthy relationships.

Currently accepting new virtual clients! We all encounter challenges and setbacks in life. Therapy can support you in overcoming them while co-creating a life that you love. I approach therapy through a wellness lens to help you flourish, which means that instead of focusing solely on what's wrong, we pay attention to your strengths and ways that you can feel your best. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize that healing happens within the context of felt safety and connection so I strive to create a therapeutic space where you can show up as your whole and unique self. It is an honor to be there as a witness and guide.

I am a trauma-informed therapist, trained in EMDR. I use a combination of evidence-based, somatic, and systemic theories to work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, women's issues, grief and loss, relational concerns, life transitions, and self-confidence.

Are you an individual or first responder who struggles with unhealed trauma that has left you feeling disconnected and on edge? You're emotionally and mentally exhausted. You've found yourself here and now you want to find someone who might be able to "get it". I'm here to support YOU. Whether you're a first responder or you've experienced a traumatic event or childhood trauma... you're ready to heal from the trauma that has you re-living the past. If this sounds like you, it's time to feel more fulfilled. I'm here to tell you that nothing is wrong with you, you're not broken, and it's not your fault. Healing is possible.

I know that seeking therapy can be an intensely vulnerable act. My goal as your therapist will be to meet that vulnerability with the care and understanding that it deserves. This means approaching your concerns with curiosity and respect for all of the identities and experiences that you bring to the table. I have extensive experience working with adults with a variety of backgrounds, and make every effort to acknowledge how your environment, cultural factors and systems of power/oppression have shaped the concerns that have brought you to therapy.

When we struggle with stress, anxiety, and trauma, it can interfere with our relationships and ability to function. I work with adults to work through these difficulties in a way that supports their needs. My goal is to provide a welcoming space where people feel safe and heard, and that is inclusive and intersectional—a space that welcomes folks with a variety of identities, experiences, and perspectives, whether that is as an individual or within the context of their relationships.

For the past 20 years, I have worked with families, couples, adults, and adolescents. Using cognitive-behavioral theory with narrative techniques, I help empower clients to explore areas within their lives that present challenges and inhibit change, and assist them with finding solutions that will work for them. However, I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is a vital component within any program, which means that I believe that any work needs to be collaborative between myself and my clients. I am certified to deliver trauma-focused treatments as well as providing services to help manage stress and anxiety.

Here is how I help: I offer grounded and compassionate therapy that is open, present, and realistic. You will be understood and accepted as you are so we can work toward resolving the problems that stand in your way, whether they are challenges you want to face on your own, or relationship issues you want to resolve with your partner or family. With couples, Meshel Langford is my co-therapist. Having both of us provides balance, perspective, and support (please see our website, linked on this page).

Are you overwhelmed and burned out? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, others, and the world? Are you trying to manage uncertainty, emotional discomfort, and distressing events all on your own? I work with adolescents and adults that are seeking support while they navigate difficult life transitions, healing from trauma, identity and gender exploration, anxiety, depression, and family conflict among other challenges. we can work together to identify patterns in your life that no longer serve you, build on your positive values, discover your existing skills, and learn new techniques to work through life’s challenges.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, losing time, loss of a sense of self, masking, sensory overload, or trauma that affects activities of daily life, life goals, relationships, or work? Do you find yourself feeling exhausted, frustrated, lost, overwhelmed, or just plain done by trying get through the day or live up to other’s standards? Do you question whether life could be better? Now more than ever, folks are feeling uncertain about finding a life that they want to live.

Sept availability Mon & Tues. My approach centers on the mind-body connection. My goal is to facilitate deep healing with psychosomatic therapy. Through interpersonal and systemic traumas, unmet needs throughout life, and generally overwhelming situations, disconnection and an inability to cope can arise. Using approaches, like IFS and Brainspotting, we will work together to process emotions and distress and increase your ability to be present in your life. Through an attuned presence and your mindful awareness in therapy, you can engage in healing and connection to yourself and the world around you.

Is your relationship suffering from ongoing issues? Does it seem to be getting worse? Family conflict? Has your child begun to act out behaviorally? Issues with trust? Infidelity? Issues with communication? Lack of overall satisfaction? Has it gotten to the point where you've considered breaking things off with your partner? Ending a friendship? Cutting off a family member? Pause for a moment...and consider this...what would be different in your life if the issues within your relationship were no longer a major concern? How would the quality of your life be impacted?

Chocolate, snowboarding, and shopping can be therapeutic, but sometimes they're not enough. I see teenagers, adults, and families when struggles get in the way of fun and suffering becomes too familiar. Friends and family hopefully are there when we need them, yet therapists can provide additional essentials: nonjudgmental, individual attention in a safe setting. Relationships are central to our well-being, and the therapy process involves building a relationship. Clients lead, and I listen to your goals and help you to identify unhealthy patterns, reduce negative self-talk, and learn more about how you view yourself and the world.