Transgender Therapists in Elm Grove, WI
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Being human is complicated. Together, we’ll find the peace of mind you're looking for, and we’ll restore, repair, or rebuild your relationships. We’ll practice empathy, vulnerability, and engagement. Sometimes, life can feel like a series of constant transitions and detours, and even positive changes can feel unsettling, while we also feel desperate for meaningful change. Daily life can feel unmanageable or unendurable, and if so, we'll shift things to make life easier. With empathy and enthusiasm, we’ll work together to create the sustainable change you're looking for.
Being human is complicated. Together, we’ll find the peace of mind you're looking for, and we’ll restore, repair, or rebuild your relationships. We’ll practice empathy, vulnerability, and engagement. Sometimes, life can feel like a series of constant transitions and detours, and even positive changes can feel unsettling, while we also feel desperate for meaningful change. Daily life can feel unmanageable or unendurable, and if so, we'll shift things to make life easier. With empathy and enthusiasm, we’ll work together to create the sustainable change you're looking for.
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Do you want to take ownership over your life and regain your power? Are you ready to learn how to be vulnerable and find your inner strength? You are brilliant and resilient, so your story does not have to end the way it began! As a clinician, I believe it is important to meet clients where they are in their lives and assist individuals who have a vision of where they see themselves going. I want to be your copilot as you construct a new path for your life. If anger, anxiety, fear, your past, or depression are weighing you down, I want to help you carry your weight.
Do you want to take ownership over your life and regain your power? Are you ready to learn how to be vulnerable and find your inner strength? You are brilliant and resilient, so your story does not have to end the way it began! As a clinician, I believe it is important to meet clients where they are in their lives and assist individuals who have a vision of where they see themselves going. I want to be your copilot as you construct a new path for your life. If anger, anxiety, fear, your past, or depression are weighing you down, I want to help you carry your weight.
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Brei Hileman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, APSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elm Grove, WI 53122
You are the expert on yourself and your life. And, I'd like to help you tap into your inner resources to get from where you are to where you want to be. As an individualistic, integrative therapist, I treat and respect you as the unique individual you are, and tailor my approach to meet your needs, pulling from a variety of techniques including ACT, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Attachment theory, and Solution-focused therapy. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to help move you toward your more ideal self.
You are the expert on yourself and your life. And, I'd like to help you tap into your inner resources to get from where you are to where you want to be. As an individualistic, integrative therapist, I treat and respect you as the unique individual you are, and tailor my approach to meet your needs, pulling from a variety of techniques including ACT, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Attachment theory, and Solution-focused therapy. Together, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals and create a plan to help move you toward your more ideal self.
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Trying to ‘do it all’ can be exhausting. And, even while feeling successful, it’s easy to get worn down and feel like we aren’t living as fully as we’d like. Life is hard and relationships are complicated. You deserve the opportunity to find happiness and fulfillment. Therapy creates an opportunity for you to take time for yourself, to think through what you want to be different, and to fix what’s not working. For years, I have worked successfully with individuals, couples, and families to help them increase satisfaction and reconnect in ways that they’ve been missing.
Trying to ‘do it all’ can be exhausting. And, even while feeling successful, it’s easy to get worn down and feel like we aren’t living as fully as we’d like. Life is hard and relationships are complicated. You deserve the opportunity to find happiness and fulfillment. Therapy creates an opportunity for you to take time for yourself, to think through what you want to be different, and to fix what’s not working. For years, I have worked successfully with individuals, couples, and families to help them increase satisfaction and reconnect in ways that they’ve been missing.
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American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
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I am a psychoanalyst and licensed psychologist with a practice focused on helping people live fuller, happier lives. Oftentimes, people may look fine on the outside, yet feel longstanding dissatisfaction and unhappiness on the inside. Many therapies and therapists take a directive approach to treatment, focused on telling a person how to reduce their symptoms of distress through specific recommendations. However, many people seek my services when their symptoms return after completing such treatments, as they continue to find themselves in unhappy patterns and emotional unrest.
I am a psychoanalyst and licensed psychologist with a practice focused on helping people live fuller, happier lives. Oftentimes, people may look fine on the outside, yet feel longstanding dissatisfaction and unhappiness on the inside. Many therapies and therapists take a directive approach to treatment, focused on telling a person how to reduce their symptoms of distress through specific recommendations. However, many people seek my services when their symptoms return after completing such treatments, as they continue to find themselves in unhappy patterns and emotional unrest.
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Forward Healing Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Elm Grove, WI 53122
Our therapists at Forward Healing Therapy use alternative therapies to heal trauma and cultivate a path toward a more fulfilling and resilient future for children, youth and adults. Our mission is to support people move forward with strength and courage, ultimately fostering a sense of wholeness and well-being.
Our therapists at Forward Healing Therapy use alternative therapies to heal trauma and cultivate a path toward a more fulfilling and resilient future for children, youth and adults. Our mission is to support people move forward with strength and courage, ultimately fostering a sense of wholeness and well-being.
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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.
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.
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American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
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Serenity Therapy, LLC
Counselor, LPC-WI, LMHC-IA, LCPC-IL, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elm Grove, WI 53122 (Online Only)
I offer individual adult mental health counseling to those navigating complex issues such as abandonment, abusive relationships, anxiety disorders and trauma. My practice supports clients in achieving body acceptance, building confidence, and managing anxiety effectively. I specialize in trauma recovery, including domestic violence and sexual assault, and provide a safe space for exploring gender identity and transition. LGBTQ+ individuals, celebrities, and public figures are welcome, as well as therapists seeking support. Together, we work towards self-acceptance, improved self-esteem, and a deeper understanding of oneself.
I offer individual adult mental health counseling to those navigating complex issues such as abandonment, abusive relationships, anxiety disorders and trauma. My practice supports clients in achieving body acceptance, building confidence, and managing anxiety effectively. I specialize in trauma recovery, including domestic violence and sexual assault, and provide a safe space for exploring gender identity and transition. LGBTQ+ individuals, celebrities, and public figures are welcome, as well as therapists seeking support. Together, we work towards self-acceptance, improved self-esteem, and a deeper understanding of oneself.
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Our clinician's are known best for our expertise in child and family therapy, problematic sexual behavior, couples counseling, and transgender/gender affirmation.
Pathways Counseling Center was established in 1985 as a state certified, outpatient mental health clinic. We have several therapists that provide a variety of services for various challenges. We offer services to individual clients, their families and significant others in treatment settings that include individual, couples, and group sessions. Our mental health professionals provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples to help our clients achieve emotional health and well-being.
Our clinician's are known best for our expertise in child and family therapy, problematic sexual behavior, couples counseling, and transgender/gender affirmation.
Pathways Counseling Center was established in 1985 as a state certified, outpatient mental health clinic. We have several therapists that provide a variety of services for various challenges. We offer services to individual clients, their families and significant others in treatment settings that include individual, couples, and group sessions. Our mental health professionals provide services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples to help our clients achieve emotional health and well-being.
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I became a Counselor in 2004 after a twenty – year career as a human resources manager. I now combine my intimate knowledge of business and the workplace with my counseling skills to help people with the stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship problems they are experiencing as a result of problems on the job.
I became a Counselor in 2004 after a twenty – year career as a human resources manager. I now combine my intimate knowledge of business and the workplace with my counseling skills to help people with the stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship problems they are experiencing as a result of problems on the job.
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Gina Brindowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I'm Gina! I'm a board certified Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I love helping clients through issues like Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationships, Women's Issues, Spirituality, LGBTQ, Mood Disorders and more. Sometimes you just need someone to talk to! I know it can be hard to ask for help but my goal is to make you feel comfortable and safe from your first call!
I'm Gina! I'm a board certified Mental Health Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor. I love helping clients through issues like Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationships, Women's Issues, Spirituality, LGBTQ, Mood Disorders and more. Sometimes you just need someone to talk to! I know it can be hard to ask for help but my goal is to make you feel comfortable and safe from your first call!
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Anita Astley is the founder and CEO of "Building Healthy Relationships" LLC and published author of “Unfuck Your Life and Relationships" (Simon & Schuster). She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few. Ms.Astley is "solution focused" and believes there is a "solution" to every problem and arriving there successfully is possible through professional guidance & support.
Anita Astley is the founder and CEO of "Building Healthy Relationships" LLC and published author of “Unfuck Your Life and Relationships" (Simon & Schuster). She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few. Ms.Astley is "solution focused" and believes there is a "solution" to every problem and arriving there successfully is possible through professional guidance & support.
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I am honored to be a person with whom friends, colleagues and clients have trusted to share their stories and trials and triumphs of life. I believe that our shared connections, compassion and authenticity are precious gifts to our health and wellness. The ups and downs of life often get in the way of becoming our best selves. I love working with clients who are struggling to find that voice of authenticity that’s been hidden by loneliness, comparing themselves to an impossible ideal, or even years of trauma and abuse. Together, we’ll work in collaboration, incorporating connection to mind and body to reclaim a sense of wholeness.
I am honored to be a person with whom friends, colleagues and clients have trusted to share their stories and trials and triumphs of life. I believe that our shared connections, compassion and authenticity are precious gifts to our health and wellness. The ups and downs of life often get in the way of becoming our best selves. I love working with clients who are struggling to find that voice of authenticity that’s been hidden by loneliness, comparing themselves to an impossible ideal, or even years of trauma and abuse. Together, we’ll work in collaboration, incorporating connection to mind and body to reclaim a sense of wholeness.
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Immediate Appointments Available Visit www.mindbodyspiritprogram.com. We treat each client with the the respect and compassion they deserve. We work as a team to help each client accomplish their goals, fulfill their potential and live their best life. Each client has rheir own story and we collaboratively design a plan to accomplish success. We believe that providing a ZERO judgement zone is crucial. We will be your guide, mentor, and biggest cheerleader. Together we will accomplish your goals so you can live the life you were meant to live
Immediate Appointments Available Visit www.mindbodyspiritprogram.com. We treat each client with the the respect and compassion they deserve. We work as a team to help each client accomplish their goals, fulfill their potential and live their best life. Each client has rheir own story and we collaboratively design a plan to accomplish success. We believe that providing a ZERO judgement zone is crucial. We will be your guide, mentor, and biggest cheerleader. Together we will accomplish your goals so you can live the life you were meant to live
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Licensed Psychologist in Wisconsin Credentialed by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists Areas of Expertise include couples/marital therapy, reproductive psychology and sex therapy. Areas of particular interest are infertility, gamete donation, third-party reproduction consultations and evaluations, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, pregnancy and infant loss, birth trauma, adjustment to parenthood, sexual wellness and sexuality, and complex or alternative relationship dynamics.
Licensed Psychologist in Wisconsin Credentialed by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists Areas of Expertise include couples/marital therapy, reproductive psychology and sex therapy. Areas of particular interest are infertility, gamete donation, third-party reproduction consultations and evaluations, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, pregnancy and infant loss, birth trauma, adjustment to parenthood, sexual wellness and sexuality, and complex or alternative relationship dynamics.
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I am a warm, compassionate and present Clinical psychotherapist with over 20+ years of experience working with adults and families in a variety of clinical and community settings I use a client centered approach to understanding the whole person, and I partner with my clients as they take an active role in their own healing and growth. My clients will engage in a nonjudgmental, collaborative and creative process to help them see their own strengths and to identify thought processes that are counterproductive to their wellbeing and relationships.
I am a warm, compassionate and present Clinical psychotherapist with over 20+ years of experience working with adults and families in a variety of clinical and community settings I use a client centered approach to understanding the whole person, and I partner with my clients as they take an active role in their own healing and growth. My clients will engage in a nonjudgmental, collaborative and creative process to help them see their own strengths and to identify thought processes that are counterproductive to their wellbeing and relationships.
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Meredith Stoner Heath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
Brookfield, WI 53045 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Meredith Stoner Heath (she/her), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Wisconsin and Illinois. It’s not easy to accept help or to open up to someone new. I believe when clients feel safe and accepted, they are able to make the most change, so I strive to provide an empathetic and compassionate environment that is free of judgement where clients can feel open to sharing their feelings and struggles. During our sessions, we will collaborate together to develop personalized goals that will help you to make the changes you want to see in your life and improve your overall health and well-being.
Welcome! I’m Meredith Stoner Heath (she/her), and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in both Wisconsin and Illinois. It’s not easy to accept help or to open up to someone new. I believe when clients feel safe and accepted, they are able to make the most change, so I strive to provide an empathetic and compassionate environment that is free of judgement where clients can feel open to sharing their feelings and struggles. During our sessions, we will collaborate together to develop personalized goals that will help you to make the changes you want to see in your life and improve your overall health and well-being.
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HappinessNow Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Brookfield, WI 53005
Welcome to HappinessNow Wellness! We all struggle at times as we face challenges in life and it is my hope to help the struggle become less of a burden and more of an experience that you will overcome. I have a wealth of experience working with individuals, groups, couples, sex offenders and families. I have the uncanny ability to use an array of innovative plans, therapy styles, and resources to develop ideal solutions for many therapeutic, community and systematic problems in order to empower a vast client base.
Welcome to HappinessNow Wellness! We all struggle at times as we face challenges in life and it is my hope to help the struggle become less of a burden and more of an experience that you will overcome. I have a wealth of experience working with individuals, groups, couples, sex offenders and families. I have the uncanny ability to use an array of innovative plans, therapy styles, and resources to develop ideal solutions for many therapeutic, community and systematic problems in order to empower a vast client base.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.