Therapists for Teens in Cross Plains, WI
Sharon Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cross Plains, WI 53528 (Online Only)
Please note that I have an active license in both Wisconsin and Colorado. Over 20 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields serves as the foundation for me to provide compassionate and competent therapy and consultation services. I see individual adults, teens and children, as well as couples, parents and families. I have experience working with younger children; development screening for infants and toddlers, and providing play therapy with children starting at 3 yrs. I also specialize in EMDR and use this this technique for a wide range of client concerns.
Please note that I have an active license in both Wisconsin and Colorado. Over 20 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields serves as the foundation for me to provide compassionate and competent therapy and consultation services. I see individual adults, teens and children, as well as couples, parents and families. I have experience working with younger children; development screening for infants and toddlers, and providing play therapy with children starting at 3 yrs. I also specialize in EMDR and use this this technique for a wide range of client concerns.
Kristin Metoxen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2004. She has a BS in Psychology and BS in Human Development from University of Wisconsin Green Bay and an MS in Community and Educational Counseling from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Kristin has worked in many different settings and with ages 4+. She has her substance abuse specialty certificate and experience in treatment of addictions.
Kristin Metoxen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2004. She has a BS in Psychology and BS in Human Development from University of Wisconsin Green Bay and an MS in Community and Educational Counseling from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Kristin has worked in many different settings and with ages 4+. She has her substance abuse specialty certificate and experience in treatment of addictions.
Amanda Knollenberg is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families in both in-home and outpatient settings. She specializes working with clients of ages 15 and older who struggle with trauma, anxiety, and depression. In her clinical work, she utilizes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and some aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Amanda Knollenberg is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families in both in-home and outpatient settings. She specializes working with clients of ages 15 and older who struggle with trauma, anxiety, and depression. In her clinical work, she utilizes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and some aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Mindy (Melinda) Cardenas
Counselor, LPCC, EXAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Cross Plains, WI 53528 (Online Only)
Are you a person that is creative, expressive, and interested in more out of therapy than simply talking through things? I am an "outside of the box" therapist combining body based, creative, mindful practices in session, tailoring an individual and unique approach to fit your needs. I work to create an emotionally safe environment, free of judgment, supporting your strengths & helping you develop insight, understanding, & strategies to support you as you move through therapy.
Are you a person that is creative, expressive, and interested in more out of therapy than simply talking through things? I am an "outside of the box" therapist combining body based, creative, mindful practices in session, tailoring an individual and unique approach to fit your needs. I work to create an emotionally safe environment, free of judgment, supporting your strengths & helping you develop insight, understanding, & strategies to support you as you move through therapy.
Aaron Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cross Plains, WI 53528 (Online Only)
Aaron Robbins is a Licensed Professional Counselor, experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults. He has a bachelor s degree in Business Management and a master s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Aaron strives to help others tackle personal hurdles and confront life s various obstacles using an eclectic approach tailored to each client s unique needs and help them become their best self. He believes in creating a safe environment for clients to feel comfortable while progressing at their own pace.
Aaron Robbins is a Licensed Professional Counselor, experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults. He has a bachelor s degree in Business Management and a master s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Aaron strives to help others tackle personal hurdles and confront life s various obstacles using an eclectic approach tailored to each client s unique needs and help them become their best self. He believes in creating a safe environment for clients to feel comfortable while progressing at their own pace.
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Paula Witt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience providing therapy for children/ adolescents & evidence-based FAMILY THERAPY.
Are you a parent that is worried about your kid? Do you feel just as stuck as they are and unsure where to go or what to do? This is COMMON, and you are not alone. With 13+ years of experience working with children/ adolescents and families, I can assure you that THINGS CAN GET BETTER! Whether you have a child that is struggling behaviorally or a teen that is struggling with anxiety/depression and shutting you out, I can help. I balance supporting the individual, while also strengthening relationships among family members.
I have extensive experience providing therapy for children/ adolescents & evidence-based FAMILY THERAPY.
Are you a parent that is worried about your kid? Do you feel just as stuck as they are and unsure where to go or what to do? This is COMMON, and you are not alone. With 13+ years of experience working with children/ adolescents and families, I can assure you that THINGS CAN GET BETTER! Whether you have a child that is struggling behaviorally or a teen that is struggling with anxiety/depression and shutting you out, I can help. I balance supporting the individual, while also strengthening relationships among family members.
Jenna Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) holding Master’s degrees in Community Counseling and Child & Adolescent Psychology.
Respect for the person is of critical importance to me. It is the cornerstone of my professional practice. It is important to recognize that, as human beings, we all struggle from time to time. No one is perfect. No one should need to carry this weight alone. I strive to provide you with a safe, comfortable, confidential environment in which to share, process, and heal.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) holding Master’s degrees in Community Counseling and Child & Adolescent Psychology.
Respect for the person is of critical importance to me. It is the cornerstone of my professional practice. It is important to recognize that, as human beings, we all struggle from time to time. No one is perfect. No one should need to carry this weight alone. I strive to provide you with a safe, comfortable, confidential environment in which to share, process, and heal.
Denise Rosby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleton, WI 53562 (Online Only)
Significant experience working with adolescents, substance abuse and trauma as well as older age groups.
I created Choose You Counseling to empower my clients to engage in collaborative problem-solving so they can own their solution and take pride in their ability to heal. I work with people 12 to 100 years old helping with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, relationship and family issues, anger, school and adolescent difficulties. I am focused on listening to my client's life story to get an understanding how events have impacted their views and life choices then implement strategies to help promote healing and positive change. I believe choosing oneself is the foundation of improving our life.
Significant experience working with adolescents, substance abuse and trauma as well as older age groups.
I created Choose You Counseling to empower my clients to engage in collaborative problem-solving so they can own their solution and take pride in their ability to heal. I work with people 12 to 100 years old helping with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, relationship and family issues, anger, school and adolescent difficulties. I am focused on listening to my client's life story to get an understanding how events have impacted their views and life choices then implement strategies to help promote healing and positive change. I believe choosing oneself is the foundation of improving our life.
It was Ralph Waldo Emerson who once said that, "What lies behind us and what lies before us matters little compared to what lies within us". For more than 30 years I have focused on helping children and adults, individually, in couples, in families and groups achieve strength, peace and confidence by improving conflict resolution, communication, stress and anxiety, anger management skills, child and adolescent behavioral problems, and parenting skills as well as improved functioning and decreased emotional distress related to depression, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress and bipolar disorders. Through a combination of interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral and motivational approaches I have seen my clients make meaningful and lasting transformations in both emotional and behavioral dimensions. I provide evidence-based, focused, and time-limited treatment with documented results for mental health, behavioral health and substance use issues.
It was Ralph Waldo Emerson who once said that, "What lies behind us and what lies before us matters little compared to what lies within us". For more than 30 years I have focused on helping children and adults, individually, in couples, in families and groups achieve strength, peace and confidence by improving conflict resolution, communication, stress and anxiety, anger management skills, child and adolescent behavioral problems, and parenting skills as well as improved functioning and decreased emotional distress related to depression, self-esteem, post-traumatic stress and bipolar disorders. Through a combination of interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral and motivational approaches I have seen my clients make meaningful and lasting transformations in both emotional and behavioral dimensions. I provide evidence-based, focused, and time-limited treatment with documented results for mental health, behavioral health and substance use issues.
Leah Hibl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705 (Online Only)
I have spent my career specializing in child/ adolescent therapy, but enjoy working with people of all ages! I have great interest in working with individuals with PTSD, and teens/adults who cope with pain using alcohol, drugs or self-harm.
A therapist has three jobs: to listen, to teach and to instill hope. I'd be grateful for the opportunity to do those things for you. I consider myself a "guardian of potential"-I see people beyond the problems that bring them to my office and for who they really are. I have the ability to "reach the unreachable". You may be nervous about trying therapy for the first time, or you may have had bad experiences in the past, but I believe in the power of human connection and I believe you no longer have to live in the pain or circumstances you've been in. The time for change has arrived!
I have spent my career specializing in child/ adolescent therapy, but enjoy working with people of all ages! I have great interest in working with individuals with PTSD, and teens/adults who cope with pain using alcohol, drugs or self-harm.
A therapist has three jobs: to listen, to teach and to instill hope. I'd be grateful for the opportunity to do those things for you. I consider myself a "guardian of potential"-I see people beyond the problems that bring them to my office and for who they really are. I have the ability to "reach the unreachable". You may be nervous about trying therapy for the first time, or you may have had bad experiences in the past, but I believe in the power of human connection and I believe you no longer have to live in the pain or circumstances you've been in. The time for change has arrived!
My training and experience includes Autism-specific diagnostic testing, socioemotional developmental assessments, as well as psychiatric and treatment evaluations primarily among children and adolescents.
The emphasis of my clinical work is in pediatric assessments including neuropsychological evaluations. I specialize in providing individually-tailored, extensive examinations of symptoms, development, and functioning in order to better understand each child or adolescent. Thus, the goal is not to arrive at a standardized diagnosis, but to achieve a deeper insight into each person's distinct biopsychosocial makeup. The most enjoyable aspect of assessment work is being able to provide children and families with clarifying "ah ha" moments, in order to help them make better sense and successes of their lives.
My training and experience includes Autism-specific diagnostic testing, socioemotional developmental assessments, as well as psychiatric and treatment evaluations primarily among children and adolescents.
The emphasis of my clinical work is in pediatric assessments including neuropsychological evaluations. I specialize in providing individually-tailored, extensive examinations of symptoms, development, and functioning in order to better understand each child or adolescent. Thus, the goal is not to arrive at a standardized diagnosis, but to achieve a deeper insight into each person's distinct biopsychosocial makeup. The most enjoyable aspect of assessment work is being able to provide children and families with clarifying "ah ha" moments, in order to help them make better sense and successes of their lives.
Carissa L. Dietzler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
Waitlist for new clients
As a Child & Adolescent Therapist with over 15 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of children and teens experiencing a wide variety of emotional and behavioral health challenges. I am also passionate in my work providing support and training to parents. Perhaps your child is struggling at home, at school or socially. Perhaps your teenager is experiencing strong emotions and when you try to reach out and provide support, it doesn't seem to help. Perhaps you are a parent and you feel like you have tried everything to manage your child's difficult behaviors, but nothing seems to be working.
As a Child & Adolescent Therapist with over 15 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of children and teens experiencing a wide variety of emotional and behavioral health challenges. I am also passionate in my work providing support and training to parents. Perhaps your child is struggling at home, at school or socially. Perhaps your teenager is experiencing strong emotions and when you try to reach out and provide support, it doesn't seem to help. Perhaps you are a parent and you feel like you have tried everything to manage your child's difficult behaviors, but nothing seems to be working.
Ted Izydor specializes in adult and adolescent addiction and mental health counseling. His unique counseling approach blends his extensive education with his 25 years of diverse clinical experience as a licensed mental health and addiction counselor. His coaching/counseling sessions strive to provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment so that people can be themselves and achieve the success they so deserve in their lives. Ted has an easy going and relaxed approach and views everyone as having unique strengths and a success mechanism within.
Ted Izydor specializes in adult and adolescent addiction and mental health counseling. His unique counseling approach blends his extensive education with his 25 years of diverse clinical experience as a licensed mental health and addiction counselor. His coaching/counseling sessions strive to provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment so that people can be themselves and achieve the success they so deserve in their lives. Ted has an easy going and relaxed approach and views everyone as having unique strengths and a success mechanism within.
Having experience as a Dane County Treatment Foster Parent for 20 years with over 90 adolescent boys in our home, I have expertise in working with teens and their families.
Because your life is worth my time. I provide non-judgemental, client-centered psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My focus is solution-oriented and goal-driven. My office is conveniently located off of the West Beltline in Madison. You and I can navigate difficult life challenges and changes with confidence and assurance. I have significant experience as a psychotherapist, having been in practice in Madison, Wisconsin for over 25 years. My clients come to me for issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, and grief. I offer adoption competent therapy.
Having experience as a Dane County Treatment Foster Parent for 20 years with over 90 adolescent boys in our home, I have expertise in working with teens and their families.
Because your life is worth my time. I provide non-judgemental, client-centered psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My focus is solution-oriented and goal-driven. My office is conveniently located off of the West Beltline in Madison. You and I can navigate difficult life challenges and changes with confidence and assurance. I have significant experience as a psychotherapist, having been in practice in Madison, Wisconsin for over 25 years. My clients come to me for issues including depression, anxiety, relational issues, and grief. I offer adoption competent therapy.
Sarah Kasten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fitchburg, WI 53719 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and more. If you are looking for a counselor with experience, compassion, and effective skills, then give me a call. I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and create a sense of stability and personal meaning. I utilize a secure video system to provide online counseling sessions to conveniently fit your schedule.
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and more. If you are looking for a counselor with experience, compassion, and effective skills, then give me a call. I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and create a sense of stability and personal meaning. I utilize a secure video system to provide online counseling sessions to conveniently fit your schedule.
Elaina Meier
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I enjoy working with individuals interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; I would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. I also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so I am eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services. Please email to inquire about openings or establishing care.
I enjoy working with individuals interested in experiencing a change in their life. Perhaps you want to have greater insight and understanding or perhaps you want to make some really focused changes in your life; I would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. I also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so I am eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services. Please email to inquire about openings or establishing care.
Open Space LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53711
My best fit client is an individual or couple or family that is ready for change. I work best with clients who are ready to embrace themselves or relationships in a nonjudgemental and accountable way. I will at times provide therapeutic homework and I can extend sessions to longer than hour because people need to express themselves in more than 55 minutes sometimes. If you are someone who likes to think outside of the box, you will enjoy my expressive arts background that supports inner wisdom and treats you, the client, as the other expert in the room. I am also a Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist.
My best fit client is an individual or couple or family that is ready for change. I work best with clients who are ready to embrace themselves or relationships in a nonjudgemental and accountable way. I will at times provide therapeutic homework and I can extend sessions to longer than hour because people need to express themselves in more than 55 minutes sometimes. If you are someone who likes to think outside of the box, you will enjoy my expressive arts background that supports inner wisdom and treats you, the client, as the other expert in the room. I am also a Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist.
Are you feeling stuck in life and not sure which direction to take? We can work together to address the challenges you feel may be affecting your day to day life; regaining clarity around your goals and allowing yourself the permission to move forward. Whether your struggles are with alcohol and drug abuse, an abusive relationship, a life transition or struggling with depression/anxiety, sometimes a different perspective and support is all that's needed to feel empowered and reconnected with you inner self.
Are you feeling stuck in life and not sure which direction to take? We can work together to address the challenges you feel may be affecting your day to day life; regaining clarity around your goals and allowing yourself the permission to move forward. Whether your struggles are with alcohol and drug abuse, an abusive relationship, a life transition or struggling with depression/anxiety, sometimes a different perspective and support is all that's needed to feel empowered and reconnected with you inner self.
Lindsey M Jacobsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
I offer a warm space to work with individuals who are interested in processing relational trauma and developing skills to cope with a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship conflicts.
I offer a warm space to work with individuals who are interested in processing relational trauma and developing skills to cope with a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship conflicts.
Specializing in traumainformed care, Shana Martindale is particularly adept at using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other traumarelated conditions. Her commitment to these evidencebased practices allows her to help clients navigate their emotional struggles and build a foundation for longterm recovery. In addition to trauma and anxiety, Shana is passionate about addressing issues related to childhood behavior, school avoidance, and women's concerns.
Specializing in traumainformed care, Shana Martindale is particularly adept at using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other traumarelated conditions. Her commitment to these evidencebased practices allows her to help clients navigate their emotional struggles and build a foundation for longterm recovery. In addition to trauma and anxiety, Shana is passionate about addressing issues related to childhood behavior, school avoidance, and women's concerns.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.