In Person Therapists in Dane County, WI
Jo Ann Ahles is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Jo Ann establishes a trusting and supportive relationship with clients, showing empathy, active listening, and genuine interest in their well-being. She supports clients in following their treatment plan, whether it involves therapy, medication, or other interventions. Jo Ann collaborates with them and tailors her approach to meet their specific needs and preferences, always prioritizing their safety and well-being. Outside of work, Jo Ann enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and photography.
Jo Ann Ahles is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Jo Ann establishes a trusting and supportive relationship with clients, showing empathy, active listening, and genuine interest in their well-being. She supports clients in following their treatment plan, whether it involves therapy, medication, or other interventions. Jo Ann collaborates with them and tailors her approach to meet their specific needs and preferences, always prioritizing their safety and well-being. Outside of work, Jo Ann enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and photography.
I provide psychotherapy tailored to each individual’s needs, from brief solution focused interventions to in-depth psychotherapy. As life can be unpredictable and challenging at times, so too can these moments of change involve great possibilities. I aim to help people understand these moments for the sake of healing, and for building positive change. I consider it a great privilege to be part of another person's healing process. I work with adults of all ages, from early adulthood to end of life.
I provide psychotherapy tailored to each individual’s needs, from brief solution focused interventions to in-depth psychotherapy. As life can be unpredictable and challenging at times, so too can these moments of change involve great possibilities. I aim to help people understand these moments for the sake of healing, and for building positive change. I consider it a great privilege to be part of another person's healing process. I work with adults of all ages, from early adulthood to end of life.
Wejdan's first commitment to her clients is to create a secure and inclusive environment that serves as the foundation for growth in therapy. She believes that genuine connection is vital in fostering a safe space and a true sense of collaboration, and she starts and continues this connection by presenting her authentic self. As a first-generation immigrant, Wejdan recognizes the value and significance of culturally competent practices. With this in mind, she aims to cultivate an atmosphere conducive to the flourishing of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Wejdan's first commitment to her clients is to create a secure and inclusive environment that serves as the foundation for growth in therapy. She believes that genuine connection is vital in fostering a safe space and a true sense of collaboration, and she starts and continues this connection by presenting her authentic self. As a first-generation immigrant, Wejdan recognizes the value and significance of culturally competent practices. With this in mind, she aims to cultivate an atmosphere conducive to the flourishing of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ali Manley (she/her) is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS). In therapy, Ali works hard to strike a balance between helping clients learn and use new skills, and gaining insight into past experiences. Ali strives to forge a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, supportive, and goal-orientated. She highly values authenticity and connection in the therapeutic relationship and encourages clients to be their true selves—both in and out of session. She is creative, nonjudgmental, and proud to be trauma-informed, queer-affirming/competent, trans-affirming/competent, sex-positive, and poly- and kink-friendly and knowledgable.
Ali Manley (she/her) is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS). In therapy, Ali works hard to strike a balance between helping clients learn and use new skills, and gaining insight into past experiences. Ali strives to forge a therapeutic relationship that feels safe, supportive, and goal-orientated. She highly values authenticity and connection in the therapeutic relationship and encourages clients to be their true selves—both in and out of session. She is creative, nonjudgmental, and proud to be trauma-informed, queer-affirming/competent, trans-affirming/competent, sex-positive, and poly- and kink-friendly and knowledgable.
Jesse is a Licensed Professional Counselor at The Psychology Clinic. He currently provides mental health counseling services to adults facing challenges of general anxiety, specific or social anxiety, OCD, social skills development, depression, recovery from addiction, bipolar disorder, anger management, trauma/PTSD, codependency, suicidal ideation, grief and loss, indecision, emotional dysregulation, career concerns and more.
Jesse is a Licensed Professional Counselor at The Psychology Clinic. He currently provides mental health counseling services to adults facing challenges of general anxiety, specific or social anxiety, OCD, social skills development, depression, recovery from addiction, bipolar disorder, anger management, trauma/PTSD, codependency, suicidal ideation, grief and loss, indecision, emotional dysregulation, career concerns and more.
Lynn Flannery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-SA, DMCP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Monona, WI 53713
Finding a therapist can be hard. Finding a therapist you feel that ‘click’ with can be even harder. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to finding someone you trust enough to help you take that initial leap of faith. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have almost 20 years of experience in this profession. My focus is adults 18+ with depression, anxiety disorders and mood disorders. I also have specialties in trauma and transgender healthcare. I am experienced in assessing readiness for gender affirming surgeries (using the most recent WPATH criteria) and writing letters of readiness for those meeting criteria.
Finding a therapist can be hard. Finding a therapist you feel that ‘click’ with can be even harder. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to finding someone you trust enough to help you take that initial leap of faith. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have almost 20 years of experience in this profession. My focus is adults 18+ with depression, anxiety disorders and mood disorders. I also have specialties in trauma and transgender healthcare. I am experienced in assessing readiness for gender affirming surgeries (using the most recent WPATH criteria) and writing letters of readiness for those meeting criteria.
We enjoy working with individuals who are 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; We would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. We also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so we are eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services.
We enjoy working with individuals who are 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; We would love to join you in that process and offer support in the journey. We also recognize that pretty much everyone right now is working hard to stay afloat so we are eager to offer a wide array of hours including evenings and weekends as well as telehealth services.
Olivia Stiles
Licensed Professional Counselor, CRC, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53711
Welcome! At the heart of my practice is a belief in the importance of feeling connected—to oneself and to others. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore and address any challenges you may be experiencing. As a neurodiverse clinician, I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. I meet you where you are, honoring your individual needs and preferences. My approach is flexible and tailored, respecting that everyone experiences and processes their struggles uniquely. Clients of all ages are welcome including adults, adolescents, children, infants and their families.
Welcome! At the heart of my practice is a belief in the importance of feeling connected—to oneself and to others. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can explore and address any challenges you may be experiencing. As a neurodiverse clinician, I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. I meet you where you are, honoring your individual needs and preferences. My approach is flexible and tailored, respecting that everyone experiences and processes their struggles uniquely. Clients of all ages are welcome including adults, adolescents, children, infants and their families.
In the Moment Child and Family Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-IT, LMFT-IT, CPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53719
Many people struggle to cope with strong/uncomfortable emotions. Learning how to "regulate" emotions is a cornerstone of mental and emotional health. God created all of us as emotional beings who also use reason and logic, not the other way around. As children, our work is to learn how to recognize, validate and effectively use feelings as guides to ourselves, our relationships, behaviors, careers and so much more! If you weren't able to learn these skills, it's not too late! I work with children of all ages, from birth throughout the human lifespan, and help them to grow and thrive.
Many people struggle to cope with strong/uncomfortable emotions. Learning how to "regulate" emotions is a cornerstone of mental and emotional health. God created all of us as emotional beings who also use reason and logic, not the other way around. As children, our work is to learn how to recognize, validate and effectively use feelings as guides to ourselves, our relationships, behaviors, careers and so much more! If you weren't able to learn these skills, it's not too late! I work with children of all ages, from birth throughout the human lifespan, and help them to grow and thrive.
Lynn Gutknecht Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53714
I believe that people have a natural tendency to move toward positive change and growth. But life’s struggles and obstacles can derail those instincts. The conversations that take place in counseling can be healing for a variety of concerns and can help people get back on a positive path. As we work together to explore your issues in counseling, there starts to be some “open space” around your problems—like a breath of fresh air—and in that space healing and new growth can occur.
I believe that people have a natural tendency to move toward positive change and growth. But life’s struggles and obstacles can derail those instincts. The conversations that take place in counseling can be healing for a variety of concerns and can help people get back on a positive path. As we work together to explore your issues in counseling, there starts to be some “open space” around your problems—like a breath of fresh air—and in that space healing and new growth can occur.
* You can be happy * loving and effective counseling for individuals (adults, youth & children), couples (pre-marital, new parent couples, partnership, marriage, divorce, separation and co-parenting) and families (house calls available). Call to set up a free phone consultation to see if we are a match to help you and/ or your loved ones on a healing path. Fear is the greatest obstacle to healing: fear of pain, fear of being alone, fear of the truth, fear of the mess change would require. The antidote to fear is courage.
* You can be happy * loving and effective counseling for individuals (adults, youth & children), couples (pre-marital, new parent couples, partnership, marriage, divorce, separation and co-parenting) and families (house calls available). Call to set up a free phone consultation to see if we are a match to help you and/ or your loved ones on a healing path. Fear is the greatest obstacle to healing: fear of pain, fear of being alone, fear of the truth, fear of the mess change would require. The antidote to fear is courage.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53718
Donald Bialkowski is a licensed clinical social worker who earned his bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and his master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was inspired to become a therapist by his strong desire to help people who are suffering.
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Our goal at Edelweiss Behavioral Health is to provide specialized treatment to individuals struggling with Eating Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. We provide group therapy and individual therapy. We are now also offering medication management! Our experienced staff works collaboratively with each client to provide patient centered, individualized support to encourage recovery goals. Please note, we do see individuals with any mental health struggles, however we only do Intensive Outpatient Treatment (group therapy) for those struggling with Eating Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders.
Our goal at Edelweiss Behavioral Health is to provide specialized treatment to individuals struggling with Eating Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders. We provide group therapy and individual therapy. We are now also offering medication management! Our experienced staff works collaboratively with each client to provide patient centered, individualized support to encourage recovery goals. Please note, we do see individuals with any mental health struggles, however we only do Intensive Outpatient Treatment (group therapy) for those struggling with Eating Disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders.
Life transitions and traumatic events can cause you to feel overwhelmed, isolated, filled with anger, frustration, shame, worry, sadness, and/or doubt. Life can feel flipped upside-down and you hardly recognize yourself, you body, thoughts, moods, or behaviors, and your experiences do not match what you anticipated. You are not alone in your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe you are a good person having a hard time. You are brave and resilient.
Life transitions and traumatic events can cause you to feel overwhelmed, isolated, filled with anger, frustration, shame, worry, sadness, and/or doubt. Life can feel flipped upside-down and you hardly recognize yourself, you body, thoughts, moods, or behaviors, and your experiences do not match what you anticipated. You are not alone in your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe you are a good person having a hard time. You are brave and resilient.
Samantha Cunningham
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPC, SAC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53718
Sometimes the journey of life will present challenges that are hard to face alone. As a licensed professional counselor and art therapist, I can walk alongside you with a creative approach on your healing journey. We will collaborate to increase self-compassion, foster resilience, set boundaries and diminish self-defeating thinking to help you live the life you want. I recognize the importance of creating a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment to manifest growth and change.
Sometimes the journey of life will present challenges that are hard to face alone. As a licensed professional counselor and art therapist, I can walk alongside you with a creative approach on your healing journey. We will collaborate to increase self-compassion, foster resilience, set boundaries and diminish self-defeating thinking to help you live the life you want. I recognize the importance of creating a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment to manifest growth and change.
Dr. Valerie Burns Cathers
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CSAC, NCC, DARTT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53703
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Many people ask me, "Why would I want to feel my feelings?” Whether you are constantly staring at a screen, filling every space on your calendar to avoid being alone with your thoughts, putting on a new mask for every person you encounter, or using alcohol as "social lubricant" to quiet the noise, many of us have mastered the art of avoidance. Some of us neatly tuck our feelings away, trading our emotions for a nicely organized life with lots of explanations and justifications, while others stuff the jumbled up mess under the bed.
Many people ask me, "Why would I want to feel my feelings?” Whether you are constantly staring at a screen, filling every space on your calendar to avoid being alone with your thoughts, putting on a new mask for every person you encounter, or using alcohol as "social lubricant" to quiet the noise, many of us have mastered the art of avoidance. Some of us neatly tuck our feelings away, trading our emotions for a nicely organized life with lots of explanations and justifications, while others stuff the jumbled up mess under the bed.
My therapeutic process is defined by a commitment to nurturing personal evolution through inquisitiveness, empathy and challenging our unconscious biases. I explore how our experiences intersect with society and systemic challenges, helping clients navigate life's complexities. I foster empowerment, curiosity, self compassion and growth. I deeply believe in your innate wisdom and aim to create a a warm, authentic space where you feel valued.. In our collaborative journey, I will help you find meaning, understanding and compassion to your concerns. Please contact with me with any questions.
My therapeutic process is defined by a commitment to nurturing personal evolution through inquisitiveness, empathy and challenging our unconscious biases. I explore how our experiences intersect with society and systemic challenges, helping clients navigate life's complexities. I foster empowerment, curiosity, self compassion and growth. I deeply believe in your innate wisdom and aim to create a a warm, authentic space where you feel valued.. In our collaborative journey, I will help you find meaning, understanding and compassion to your concerns. Please contact with me with any questions.
I treat adults who want to make meaningful changes in their lives, or perhaps need a new way to view an old problem. I am a responsive therapist, a real person, not an "mm hmm" therapist. I will listen well, and give feedback, you will not feel you are alone in whatever struggle brings you to my office. Relationships, life changes and transitions, losses - coping - these are some, but by no mean all, of the issues that we might work on together. Seeing a therapist is a positive choice when one feels frustrated or alone.
I treat adults who want to make meaningful changes in their lives, or perhaps need a new way to view an old problem. I am a responsive therapist, a real person, not an "mm hmm" therapist. I will listen well, and give feedback, you will not feel you are alone in whatever struggle brings you to my office. Relationships, life changes and transitions, losses - coping - these are some, but by no mean all, of the issues that we might work on together. Seeing a therapist is a positive choice when one feels frustrated or alone.
While therapy can begin because of a symptom or problem – depression, insomnia, alcohol and substance use, or sexual dysfunction – symptoms are not the guiding stars of therapy. I practice therapy that is about making space for your whole self and making use of insight to understand your relationship to change. Whether our work is brief or long-lasting, we will work to discover and relate to the totality of who you are.
While therapy can begin because of a symptom or problem – depression, insomnia, alcohol and substance use, or sexual dysfunction – symptoms are not the guiding stars of therapy. I practice therapy that is about making space for your whole self and making use of insight to understand your relationship to change. Whether our work is brief or long-lasting, we will work to discover and relate to the totality of who you are.
Nichole Fritts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53711
Are you looking for something different when it comes to therapy? I believe therapy can be more relaxed & not always serious & "stuffy". My goal is for you to have an experience of comfort and encouragement while also working through difficult situations and feelings. We talk about your concerns but also about your strengths & looking at things from different perspectives. During these conversations, we can laugh about some things, have a cup of coffee/tea together and color a picture. I work hard to provide a positive, accepting and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to talk about your reality and truth.
Are you looking for something different when it comes to therapy? I believe therapy can be more relaxed & not always serious & "stuffy". My goal is for you to have an experience of comfort and encouragement while also working through difficult situations and feelings. We talk about your concerns but also about your strengths & looking at things from different perspectives. During these conversations, we can laugh about some things, have a cup of coffee/tea together and color a picture. I work hard to provide a positive, accepting and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to talk about your reality and truth.
