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Karis Johns Heartfelt Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menomonie, WI 54751
I invite my clients to use the gifts of mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, yoga, and reflection to grow.
We have all felt the rumblings and eruptions of change in our personal and collective world the last few years. It is in compassionate and dynamic response to these changes that I have evolved in my practice as well. It is my great privilege and honor to serve those who are yearning for a spiritual component to guide and illuminate their personal and relational therapeutic work. It is my clinical and personal perspective that when we embrace our own deeply personal divine gifts, the potential for living a life of meaning and purpose arises. As we embrace the change within ourselves, we become the change our world so needs now.
I invite my clients to use the gifts of mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, yoga, and reflection to grow.
We have all felt the rumblings and eruptions of change in our personal and collective world the last few years. It is in compassionate and dynamic response to these changes that I have evolved in my practice as well. It is my great privilege and honor to serve those who are yearning for a spiritual component to guide and illuminate their personal and relational therapeutic work. It is my clinical and personal perspective that when we embrace our own deeply personal divine gifts, the potential for living a life of meaning and purpose arises. As we embrace the change within ourselves, we become the change our world so needs now.
(534) 400-1656 View (534) 400-1656
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Diana Stafford, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCSW, RYT 500
Verified Verified
Menomonie, WI 54751  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Change moves through all of us. Our essence is to have compassion, joy and well-being. I believe that all people have the capacity to heal, grow, and have quality lives.I work closely and intimately with clients to achieve the differences that they want. What I believe works is to be completely present with people as they look for changes and then to integrate those solutions in daily life. Therapy isn't about just about what happens in the counseling office. It is also about what unfolds in one's day, one's family, one's relationships. Together we create how.
Change moves through all of us. Our essence is to have compassion, joy and well-being. I believe that all people have the capacity to heal, grow, and have quality lives.I work closely and intimately with clients to achieve the differences that they want. What I believe works is to be completely present with people as they look for changes and then to integrate those solutions in daily life. Therapy isn't about just about what happens in the counseling office. It is also about what unfolds in one's day, one's family, one's relationships. Together we create how.
(715) 301-0513 View (715) 301-0513

Online Therapists

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HeartJourney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
Waitlist for new clients
I teach mindfulness meditation to clients if interested.
I offer a compassionate, open and supportive environment to help you create the life you want to live. Your goals and personal journey guide the sessions. My specialty is couple relationships, with an emphasis on healthy and helpful communication. I also work with both adolescents and adults in the treatment of anxiety, depression and anger management. I use both solution focused and mindfulness approaches to assist you in resolving the challenges you are facing. I also help families at all stages of life improve their family interactions and communication, and create a fulfilling loving family life.
I teach mindfulness meditation to clients if interested.
I offer a compassionate, open and supportive environment to help you create the life you want to live. Your goals and personal journey guide the sessions. My specialty is couple relationships, with an emphasis on healthy and helpful communication. I also work with both adolescents and adults in the treatment of anxiety, depression and anger management. I use both solution focused and mindfulness approaches to assist you in resolving the challenges you are facing. I also help families at all stages of life improve their family interactions and communication, and create a fulfilling loving family life.
(608) 254-9663 View (608) 254-9663
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Lorrie Ogren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024  (Online Only)
I offer a unique blend of alternative therapies combining some of the newest discoveries in neuropsychology, mind-body integration and mindfulness. I do my best to work from a place of intuitive, compassionate, heart based support. Working together, we can explore your issues and uncover the root causes of your suffering using the subconscious, breath-work, mind-body awareness and many other transpersonal therapy methods. I believe therapy is the courageous process of exploring and releasing old wounds, discovering the 'greater' self and learning to make conscious choices with compassion and forgiveness.
I offer a unique blend of alternative therapies combining some of the newest discoveries in neuropsychology, mind-body integration and mindfulness. I do my best to work from a place of intuitive, compassionate, heart based support. Working together, we can explore your issues and uncover the root causes of your suffering using the subconscious, breath-work, mind-body awareness and many other transpersonal therapy methods. I believe therapy is the courageous process of exploring and releasing old wounds, discovering the 'greater' self and learning to make conscious choices with compassion and forgiveness.
(715) 333-3446 View (715) 333-3446
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Kristy Kahl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hudson, WI 54016
Waitlist for new clients
I'm so glad you are considering counseling! Personal growth work is some of the most rewarding work you'll ever do. I typically work with women wanting to feel better about themselves and their relationships, to improve the day to day chaos, anxiety and stress, to let go of negative patterns and to heal past traumas. I also work with young adults to improve academic/work stress, anxiety, relationships and coping with transitions. We all benefit from learning to take care of ourselves in a deeper, more impactful way. I'd be happy to help you work towards the happier, more balanced life that you long for!
I'm so glad you are considering counseling! Personal growth work is some of the most rewarding work you'll ever do. I typically work with women wanting to feel better about themselves and their relationships, to improve the day to day chaos, anxiety and stress, to let go of negative patterns and to heal past traumas. I also work with young adults to improve academic/work stress, anxiety, relationships and coping with transitions. We all benefit from learning to take care of ourselves in a deeper, more impactful way. I'd be happy to help you work towards the happier, more balanced life that you long for!
(715) 309-5110 View (715) 309-5110
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Pathways To Connection, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Marshfield, WI 54449
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
(602) 641-2944 View (602) 641-2944
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Cheryl Purdue
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, SEP
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601  (Online Only)
My focus is on healing developmental trauma and its accompanying symptoms, which include anxiety, depression and unresolved grief. With more than 40 years spent as a therapist, and with my specialized somatic training, I help my clients use their body, mind and heart to get grounded, discharge old trauma and connect to their authentic selves. The more any of us can live with access to our full, unimpeded life force, the greater the gift to ourselves and the world.
My focus is on healing developmental trauma and its accompanying symptoms, which include anxiety, depression and unresolved grief. With more than 40 years spent as a therapist, and with my specialized somatic training, I help my clients use their body, mind and heart to get grounded, discharge old trauma and connect to their authentic selves. The more any of us can live with access to our full, unimpeded life force, the greater the gift to ourselves and the world.
(608) 401-4361 View (608) 401-4361
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Lori Marhefke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
Welcome! My name is Lori Marhefke. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Wisconsin. My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered. I typically focus on anxiety, panic, grief, trauma, and shame. I work with a variety of clients. Most of my clients are facing very stressful life transitions related to work, school, or family. I am comfortable treating anxiety, panic, grief, trauma and shame.
Welcome! My name is Lori Marhefke. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Wisconsin. My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered. I typically focus on anxiety, panic, grief, trauma, and shame. I work with a variety of clients. Most of my clients are facing very stressful life transitions related to work, school, or family. I am comfortable treating anxiety, panic, grief, trauma and shame.
(414) 246-4121 View (414) 246-4121
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Ashley Grimsled
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Crosse, WI 54601
Waitlist for new clients
I am not accepting new clients until September as new openings are limited. No evening hours open. I've been helping clients find their way through these feelings for the last 12 years. I can help clients learn about and use effective coping skills in order to gain a better understanding of themselves and work on becoming happy, healthy, and strong individuals. Sometimes people are just looking for someone to talk to and I am hear to listen, guide, and help you achieve your best life. I work with everyone to come up with a treatment plan that best suits their individual needs. Let's set up a plan together that we can work through.
I am not accepting new clients until September as new openings are limited. No evening hours open. I've been helping clients find their way through these feelings for the last 12 years. I can help clients learn about and use effective coping skills in order to gain a better understanding of themselves and work on becoming happy, healthy, and strong individuals. Sometimes people are just looking for someone to talk to and I am hear to listen, guide, and help you achieve your best life. I work with everyone to come up with a treatment plan that best suits their individual needs. Let's set up a plan together that we can work through.
(608) 383-5374 View (608) 383-5374
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Maria Shea - Awaken Counseling & Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hudson, WI 54016  (Online Only)
As a Therapist, Coach, and Educator, I’ll help you get unstuck, reduce stress, attain your goals, and achieve more joy and success in your life. You are ready to more fully shine your light and DESIGN the life you want! A Mind-Body-Spirit transformative approach of combining depth psychology with action-step coaching plans is a beautiful hybrid approach. Besides 1:1 sessions, I also offer Sacred Circles Women's Group. This cozy closed group is offered (3) times a year.
As a Therapist, Coach, and Educator, I’ll help you get unstuck, reduce stress, attain your goals, and achieve more joy and success in your life. You are ready to more fully shine your light and DESIGN the life you want! A Mind-Body-Spirit transformative approach of combining depth psychology with action-step coaching plans is a beautiful hybrid approach. Besides 1:1 sessions, I also offer Sacred Circles Women's Group. This cozy closed group is offered (3) times a year.
(715) 396-1990 View (715) 396-1990
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Mike Manor
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Eau Claire, WI 54701  (Online Only)
I am passionate about what I do. Helping people take control of their lives, especially their emotions, is what I do best. I like to help people learn to be “un-upset about upsetting things!” I work best with problems of anxiety, depression, relationship issues but I'm also quite experience and capable of helping clients reduce stress both personal and work related, and have significant experience helping client with PTSD.
I am passionate about what I do. Helping people take control of their lives, especially their emotions, is what I do best. I like to help people learn to be “un-upset about upsetting things!” I work best with problems of anxiety, depression, relationship issues but I'm also quite experience and capable of helping clients reduce stress both personal and work related, and have significant experience helping client with PTSD.
(715) 489-5252 View (715) 489-5252
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Jonna Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hudson, WI 54016  (Online Only)
Hello, I am so glad you are here. I work with both individuals who are interested in being proactive in their own healthy journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, have ongoing anxiety or depression, struggling with life transitions, grief, or trauma and are interested in using EMDR Therapy I would consider it a privilege to work with you. I believe in creating a safe and comfortable place for you to process your story to create healthy change in your life.
Hello, I am so glad you are here. I work with both individuals who are interested in being proactive in their own healthy journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, have ongoing anxiety or depression, struggling with life transitions, grief, or trauma and are interested in using EMDR Therapy I would consider it a privilege to work with you. I believe in creating a safe and comfortable place for you to process your story to create healthy change in your life.
(715) 200-3446 View (715) 200-3446
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Shelly Callais-Odell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hudson, WI 54016
I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Master of Science in Professional Counseling in 2013. I bring both a responsive and proactive focus in my clinical practice. I have been honored to work with individuals and families from all walks of life, backgrounds and with a variety of presenting problems. Over the past 15 years of skills training with physically and mentally challenged individuals I have experienced the best of humanity. Using person centered, and strength-based approaches. I guide individuals and families in finding their inner strength and motivation to facilitate changes to create their best life. I specialize with parenting and child behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. I am here to help you evoke your inner strengths to resolve life’s challenges.
I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Master of Science in Professional Counseling in 2013. I bring both a responsive and proactive focus in my clinical practice. I have been honored to work with individuals and families from all walks of life, backgrounds and with a variety of presenting problems. Over the past 15 years of skills training with physically and mentally challenged individuals I have experienced the best of humanity. Using person centered, and strength-based approaches. I guide individuals and families in finding their inner strength and motivation to facilitate changes to create their best life. I specialize with parenting and child behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. I am here to help you evoke your inner strengths to resolve life’s challenges.
(534) 429-0950 View (534) 429-0950
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Couples & Family Therapy Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Hudson, WI 54016
Stress is building and you're becoming overwhelmed, you're feeling on the edge of burnout. It's getting hard to face the day, and when you do get through it, you're so exhausted you have nothing left to give. Trust us...life doesn't have to be like this. Maybe you're worried about your kids, you see them struggling and anxious and you don't know how to help. Or your relationship is strained and you try to connect, but it's just not working. You're worried about your family, and your future. We are here to help. We know with some support, you can feel better, get back on track, and enjoy your life and relationships again.
Stress is building and you're becoming overwhelmed, you're feeling on the edge of burnout. It's getting hard to face the day, and when you do get through it, you're so exhausted you have nothing left to give. Trust us...life doesn't have to be like this. Maybe you're worried about your kids, you see them struggling and anxious and you don't know how to help. Or your relationship is strained and you try to connect, but it's just not working. You're worried about your family, and your future. We are here to help. We know with some support, you can feel better, get back on track, and enjoy your life and relationships again.
(715) 503-4887 View (715) 503-4887
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Coulee Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP, NCSP
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
My ideal client would be anyone in elementary, middle school, high school or post-secondary or early employment. When asked or when I introduced myself, I would label myself as a "school doctor" (rather than a medical doctor) who specializes in all things related to school including, but not limited to academic expectations or challenges; getting along with others through social connections or behavior choices, emotional adjustment or coping with stressors. Usually there is a gap between where you are and where you would like to be and it is our job to work together and move towards reducing that gap.
My ideal client would be anyone in elementary, middle school, high school or post-secondary or early employment. When asked or when I introduced myself, I would label myself as a "school doctor" (rather than a medical doctor) who specializes in all things related to school including, but not limited to academic expectations or challenges; getting along with others through social connections or behavior choices, emotional adjustment or coping with stressors. Usually there is a gap between where you are and where you would like to be and it is our job to work together and move towards reducing that gap.
(608) 465-4714 View (608) 465-4714
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Meg Jelen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
You have made it far in life, so I know you are already strong and skilled! Sometimes it can be difficult to see that part of ourselves; we might lose sight of our abilities or be blinded by the stressors we face. Or perhaps the skills and abilities that carried us through past challenges are not supporting us through our current circumstances. My philosophy of care is holistic combining evidence-based practices with a multi-dimensional approach to well-being. I work to support and empower clients in improving their quality of life and achieving their goals.
You have made it far in life, so I know you are already strong and skilled! Sometimes it can be difficult to see that part of ourselves; we might lose sight of our abilities or be blinded by the stressors we face. Or perhaps the skills and abilities that carried us through past challenges are not supporting us through our current circumstances. My philosophy of care is holistic combining evidence-based practices with a multi-dimensional approach to well-being. I work to support and empower clients in improving their quality of life and achieving their goals.
(608) 200-2641 View (608) 200-2641
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.