Parenting Therapists in Manitowoc, WI

I work with individuals, couples, families, and children addressing everything from everyday stress to chronic anxiety & depression. Many clients simply want an objective and trusted listener. I offer a comfortable and private setting for you to settle in and talk about your concerns. Maybe you're contemplating a change and not sure about your path; a new job, starting, ending, or recharging a relationship, confronting someone or resolving old hurts. The thought of change is usually more overwhelming than the actual act of change; anticipation often far worse than participation.

Life can be tough. It can and will throw curveballs at us causing us to experience anxiety, fear, depression, and so much more. We are meant to have life and have it abundantly, but these curveballs make it so so difficult to enjoy life. This is one of the reasons why I entered this field so that I can come alongside those who've been stuck in these curveballs, those who've lost hope. You are not alone in your struggles. Together, we will work on identifying your problems, needs, and goals so that you can have life and have it abundantly.

I have been working with toddlers, children, adolescents and their families for over 15 years providing therapy, parent support, and assessment. I take a collaborative warm approach. I have been trained in many evidence based treatments and bring the knowledge I’ve learned to each of my sessions. Knowing that one size doesn’t fit all and every person is uniquely different. My goal is to meet patients where they are, understand their needs, and work together through change in a supportive environment.

My goal as a therapist is to provide each person compassionate psychotherapy that leads to satisfying changes, restoring balance, and living a more meaningful life. Successful therapy takes transparency, commitment, personal accountability, and mutual respect. I will work to help you identify inherent strengths, heal past and present wounds, and generate change from within yourself. I provide a nonjudgmental space in which you can take an honest look at what is happening in their life as you grow and move forward.

My specialty is working with children, adolescents, and families. I provide a relaxed environment and friendly approach to therapy. I work to help my clients feel at ease and engaged during therapy sessions by utilizing play therapy, art, games, and imagination to help my younger clients communicate their feelings and practice new coping skills.

Katie works with children over eight years old, teens, adults, couples, and families. Her areas of counseling experience are autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sensory processing, general mental health, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, communication, behavioral, parenting, and relationship issues. esteem, communication, behavioral, parenting, and relationship issues. Katie enjoys helping clients work through their unique challenges.

I have experience in the mental health field for over 6 years, with ages 5 and older. I use a variety of modalities and interventions to fit my clients needs. Major focuses in my work include trauma informed care, anxiety, depression, parenting coaching, and helping others build on their strengths. I view therapy as a joint venture built on trust and authenticity. With a caring and empathetic approach, I provide a safe space for clients to feel heard while navigating their mental health challenges.

A sense of safety is critical for progress in psychotherapy, and I take care to provide that sense of safety for each person I serve. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person and family I encounter, and work in partnership with them to create their own unique healing process, based upon proven treatments, solid research, and recent advances in treatment protocol. I am a certified trauma counselor, registered play therapist, and Theraplay practitioner and trainer. I provide family therapy that prioritizes the value of each member of the family, healing individuals and relationships, and building or rebuilding healthy family dynamics.

The hardest part about therapy is having to deal with those thoughts, feelings, and memories we've been pushing aside for so long. What makes it even harder, are our fears of being judged for who we are, what we've gone through, or how we've acted. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being your true self. I do this by showing you genuine compassion, empathy, and understanding as we work through the tougher stuff. As such, I work with children, teens, families, and adults whose social, academic/work, behavioral, physical, and/or emotional well-being has been negatively impacted by ongoing mental health struggles.

I am here for you to show up as you are: do you need a place to vent your post partum rage? A place to sit quietly and relieve life's pressures with support? I'm passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities, especially parents. Therapy is a space for us to work alongside each other, in the ways you feel most supportive.

My name is Patricia Aniakudo. I have over 30 years of experience in the field and am happy to walk with you on your path as you develop and meet your goals. A little bit about me; I have Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work. Over the years I have trained and specialized in multiple areas such as: gender specific treatment for women and men, filial (parent/child) therapy, trauma informed/trauma specific treatments including responding to and managing chronic community violence, Criminality, Violence in Families, Gambling, Addiction, Parenting & Co-Parenting. individuals/ families involved in multiple systems.

I am excited to now be offering immediate Tele-health services. I have over 20 years of experience working w/ teens, parents/families, couples, & individuals. I have developed a passion for today's teenager’s struggles w/social media, video games, phones, vaping, anxiety, stress..my own life challenges have inspired a desire to help other parents, kids, & families who are struggling. I incorporate ones beliefs/values & provide a casual, yet caring atmosphere. I offer convenient sessions via tele-health, I focus on building trust, setting goals, new coping skills and working together towards hope & lasting change!

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families on all paths and stages of life. Some of my interest areas include: premarital counseling, anxiety, addiction, divorce, parenting, relationship issues, family conflicts, life transitions, parent-child conflicts, sexual identity, career counseling, and self-esteem. My goal is to meet people where they are in hopes of better understanding their desire for change and honoring the journey that led them to therapy.

Hi, I am Dr. Sarah. Are you facing a significant life transition? Maybe it is an unexpected crisis? Or, is it an all too familiar challenge? I specialize in working with adults and families using systemic and growth-oriented approaches. My practice supports physicians, therapists, and other professionals who are coping with occupational stressors and want to increase their life satisfaction. I also provide parenting support for families with children who have significant health & behavioral challenges. Finally, I provide executive coaching and clinical training to professionals developing competency with children and families.

Working with my clients we discover their strengths and resiliency to overcome not only challenges they face today but future challenges as well. Finding the right tools that they can use effectively when life gets tough. I especially enjoy working with children as they explore the world and their place in it. Working with my clients is an honor and a privilege.