ADHD Therapists in Appleton, WI

I provide a safe, accepting environment. I am interested in your story, and I believe in the power and value of you telling it to me. This process enables you to gain trust, awareness and insight, and to change.

I have been doing individual, family and couples therapy for 38 years. I am an associate of the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Counselor. My graduate degree is in Counseling from the University of Wisconsin with undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Philosophy. My approach is eclectic focusing on cognitive behavioral, existential and problem solving therapy. I has been trained in transactional analysis and enjoy working with the Christian and spiritual perspective. I have a Lay Ministry certificate in Lutheran studies. I have studied eastern religion, philosophy, Yoga, Judeo-Christian ministry, and the paranormal.

I enjoy working with individuals ages 14 through adulthood to address a variety of life’s issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, acute trauma, chronic trauma and complex trauma as well as issues such as perfectionism, guilt and shame, building assertiveness, setting boundaries, and deconstructing inaccurate core beliefs. I have a particular interest in working with individuals who have experienced one or more forms of trauma and assisting them with reducing the negative impacts of trauma-related symptoms on their daily life.

My ideal client is someone who is interested in helping themselves and creating change in their life. At Expressive Therapies, we work with the creative arts (music and art therapies) along with mental health counseling to provide a holistic approach unique to each individual. Sara is also a qualified gambling treatment provider, for gambler and their loved ones.

Brene Brown wrote in her book, Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution, "We don’t have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.” In case your brain is telling you otherwise, you do deserve to ask for help, for support, for encouragement. You deserve guidance to help see a path forward. You deserve to feel genuinely good; in mind, body, and spirit. You deserve to take up space. You deserve to speak up and let your voice be heard. You deserve to make a big deal out of things that are a big deal to you. You deserve healthy love and respect, from others and from yourself.

Are you noticing life is difficult to cope with because of obstacles and/or stressors? Having trouble knowing/finding the person you want to be is a struggle for many of us. It can get in the way of how we want to present/ be recognized and live. If you or a loved one are struggling with difficulties no matter what stage of life you are or what circumstances you face; You don't have to, 'just deal with it alone,' there are caring professionals who can help us find a new normal. Have experience working with age ranges 7-60+ together we work to identify and find resolution to issues.

Is your quality of life being disrupted by anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or an unwanted habit? Are physical sensations causing you worry and discomfort? Maybe you have feelings of fear and anxiety around your health and wellbeing. If you resonate with any of these challenges, know that you're not alone. Taking back control of your life is possible, and I'm here to guide you with effective solutions.

Genuinely invested in you, your struggles, and your goals. Personalized respectful help, focused on clear progress for you. Low fee of $60 per hour. Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Conflict, Behavioral problems, Parenting, Divorce, Affairs, Choices, Self Esteem are some of the issues I often work with. I have experience with adolescents concerns, as well as with blended, mixed, step-parent and adoptive families. I work to truly listen, to clearly understand, to explore issues collaboratively. Appointments are generally available 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. You can start with a simple email to tell me what you are hoping to address.

Hello, are you looking for direction? I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and foster a sense of stability and personal meaning. My approach to therapy is collaborative, working together to provide you with support and tools for change. I advocate mindfulness based therapy; however, I use a variety of treatment modalities in my practice. Your phone calls and emails are welcome! Please visit my website at www.alternative-pathways.com for more information. Email: info@alternative-pathways.com. Phone: 920-213-8881.

Are you feeling stuck, unsure of which way you should be going? You might be feeling unsatisfied at work, overwhelmed at home or just wondering "what's next?". Sometimes, we just need to talk through our problems in order to find clarity and take control.

I will provide talk therapy by assisting you in feeling better about yourself with increased self-confidence. If you're looking for professionally guided assistance during challenging situations, talk therapy is effective. We will address your overall mental, emotional, and physical well-being by improving self-esteem and behavioral patterns, related to unidentified core beliefs. Talk Therapy be extremely worthwhile when making action steps in achieving your goals, while being vital for individuals experiencing symptoms anxiety, depression, or other mental and behavioral issues.There are no issues too minor to explore in counseling.

My name is Eric Pantojas (he/him) and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Wisconsin who has a strong pull towards helping people overcome obstacles and live the lives they envision for themselves. I love working with preteens/adolescents and young adults to navigate through the challenges they face while also learning to discover and accept who they are. I have experience working with a wide range of people and disorders including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and many other concerns.

My ideal client would be someone looking for help to tap into their personal inner strengths, and by maximizing those strengths, will discover peace, balance and self acceptance, in their everyday life. My ideal client would live a life free from fear, worry, and insecurity.

I have a passion for working with families and youth. I greatly understand that no two families are alike, and it’s important to appreciate the complex dynamics that go into everyday family life. Further, families and children have a unique set of challenges and experiences set before them right now. I welcome each client and group into my practice with an empathetic and strengths-based approach. My hope is to work alongside clients and empower them to identify and reach their individual goals. My goal is to allow clients to feel heard, be seen, and to recognize positive progress in their lives.

I enjoy helping clients to find the insight into their own issues. I like to help provide guidance for clients to make effective changes outside of the office. I use an eclectic mix of therapies, along with humor, to help build rapport and provide that insight that promotes change. At times looking into the past can provide answers to the issues a client is having today.

Are you a neurodivergent person or have a child/children needing help? Did you grow up with family members with mental illness? Relationship issues? Would you like to use an amazing modern technique called Brain Spotting to heal from your trauma? These all fall within my specialty, as does helping those with Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. I meet people where they are and adapt to their needs. My patients range in age from 5 to 85, and describe me as kind, funny, and knowledgeable.

I will engage your child or adolescent in services that are fit to their unique individual mental health needs. Addressing therapy through a person-centered approach allows our therapeutic journey to focus on the strengths that your child brings to session. We will use those strengths to enhance the areas of growth and change. I firmly believe that therapy is a joint relational effort, that together we can help you identify significant areas of your story that need special attention and together we can begin the process of integrating those experiences in to your life, allowing the soul to BE.

I begin therapy utilizing a cognitive behavioral approach. I sincerely believe that when people are hurting, they are not aware of the interplay between thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I feel many western therapy counseling approaches are too cognitively oriented and only a fraction of patients benefit from this approach. Counseling should be engaging, challenging and thought/feeling provoking. Counseling professionals should be knowledgeable and willing to make referrals and point out community resources. Finally, counseling professionals should not use jargon/terminology that is unfamiliar to the patient. Communication with the

I am a genderqueer human being providing supportive counseling services to people who are neurodivergent, queer, nerdy, and live alternative lifestyles. My sessions are held online 100 percent to make it convenient for my clients in their busy life to receive support. I've supported clients in role-playing therapy through the use of Dungeons & Dragons, led queer support groups, and am currently CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional) certified so I may expand to couples work in the future. I've taught BDSM/Kink affirming seminars and have a background in understanding nutrition and body neutrality.