Emotionally Focused Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

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Pamela Ramsey
LPC Intern, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 348-9767 View (414) 348-9767
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Maggie McClutchy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
Hey! Thank you for taking the time to look into my profile! My name is Maggie and I am a board-certified, licensed therapist. I am native to the Milwaukee area and am excited to be able to offer my services here, too! Starting the therapy journey is a big step, and I would love to follow along with you! I ensure that each client I come across feels safe, respected, listened to, and seen. I place a high emphasis on creating a strong therapeutic relationship to make you feel as comfortable as possible through this journey.
Hey! Thank you for taking the time to look into my profile! My name is Maggie and I am a board-certified, licensed therapist. I am native to the Milwaukee area and am excited to be able to offer my services here, too! Starting the therapy journey is a big step, and I would love to follow along with you! I ensure that each client I come across feels safe, respected, listened to, and seen. I place a high emphasis on creating a strong therapeutic relationship to make you feel as comfortable as possible through this journey.
(414) 404-6847 View (414) 404-6847
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Greg Parrish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
Many of our personal, emotional and relationship problems are simply caused by a lack of self awareness, adapting to new situations and negative thinking patterns. Healthier ways of thinking and having greater self awareness helps work through these day to day challenges. We have great strengths and gifts that are not always easy to notice or understand at first. Personal growth, developing coping strategies, improving communication and making positive life changes can enormously help resolve these issues. I hope to help you develop the best version of yourself.
Many of our personal, emotional and relationship problems are simply caused by a lack of self awareness, adapting to new situations and negative thinking patterns. Healthier ways of thinking and having greater self awareness helps work through these day to day challenges. We have great strengths and gifts that are not always easy to notice or understand at first. Personal growth, developing coping strategies, improving communication and making positive life changes can enormously help resolve these issues. I hope to help you develop the best version of yourself.
(414) 269-4918 View (414) 269-4918
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Regina Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
Are you ready to end your struggle with negative self-talk, disruptive behaviors, unhealthy relationships, constant anxiety or depressed thoughts? Some common thoughts my clients express are: “My anxiety is paralyzing,” “I always end up in these destructive relationships,” “I’ll never find the right person,” “I’m a terrible parent,” “I’m such a failure,” “I keep making the same mistakes,” “I’ll never be good enough.” I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to keep feeling this way. You don’t have to stay disconnected and lonely, anxious or overwhelmed. Change is possible. Congratulations on beginning this process.
Are you ready to end your struggle with negative self-talk, disruptive behaviors, unhealthy relationships, constant anxiety or depressed thoughts? Some common thoughts my clients express are: “My anxiety is paralyzing,” “I always end up in these destructive relationships,” “I’ll never find the right person,” “I’m a terrible parent,” “I’m such a failure,” “I keep making the same mistakes,” “I’ll never be good enough.” I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to keep feeling this way. You don’t have to stay disconnected and lonely, anxious or overwhelmed. Change is possible. Congratulations on beginning this process.
(262) 392-8531 View (262) 392-8531
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Melissa Vermillion
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with adults to aid in self-growth by working on overcoming daily and life stressors, learning and breaking unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, as well as managing self-esteem issues, anxiety and impulsivity. Through active listening and support, my treatment philosophy involves helping clients improve their well-being by processing, building self-awareness, and developing tools to cope and manage their issues and concerns. My empathetic nature helps clients build trust to focus on and work toward achieving their goals. I consider myself a child-free, LGBTQIA+, and sex worker- affirming therapist.
I enjoy working with adults to aid in self-growth by working on overcoming daily and life stressors, learning and breaking unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns, as well as managing self-esteem issues, anxiety and impulsivity. Through active listening and support, my treatment philosophy involves helping clients improve their well-being by processing, building self-awareness, and developing tools to cope and manage their issues and concerns. My empathetic nature helps clients build trust to focus on and work toward achieving their goals. I consider myself a child-free, LGBTQIA+, and sex worker- affirming therapist.
(414) 209-4235 View (414) 209-4235
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Dana Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
Words are not always enough to truly capture the complex thoughts and emotions we are experiencing. Through the process of creating art, thoughts and feelings that would otherwise be challenging to express can be liberated within a compassionate, confidential, safe space. As a professional counselor and art therapist, I am dedicated to establishing an authentic, intentional, and trusting relationship with each individual I work with. I specialize in working with children, teens and young adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, bullying/peer issues, identity exploration, neurodiversity, and trauma.
Words are not always enough to truly capture the complex thoughts and emotions we are experiencing. Through the process of creating art, thoughts and feelings that would otherwise be challenging to express can be liberated within a compassionate, confidential, safe space. As a professional counselor and art therapist, I am dedicated to establishing an authentic, intentional, and trusting relationship with each individual I work with. I specialize in working with children, teens and young adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, bullying/peer issues, identity exploration, neurodiversity, and trauma.
(414) 966-7064 View (414) 966-7064
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Nikki Zellner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I rely heavily on the power of the therapeutic relationship, viewing this relationship as the foundation for safety in working with individuals and their internal systems. Our work together develops insight into one's own internal landscape and explores the wounds that create difficult emotions, thoughts and patterns in day to day life. Working together, such processing fosters a relationship with oneself in a way that goes beyond their past.
As a therapist, I rely heavily on the power of the therapeutic relationship, viewing this relationship as the foundation for safety in working with individuals and their internal systems. Our work together develops insight into one's own internal landscape and explores the wounds that create difficult emotions, thoughts and patterns in day to day life. Working together, such processing fosters a relationship with oneself in a way that goes beyond their past.
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Kathy O'Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53212  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Feeling hopeless or confused? Going through a major life transition or loss? Experiencing relationship or identity issues? Struggling with anxiety or stress? When life feels overwhelming, it can be hard to find help. Facilitating a genuine connection, creating a space of safety and understanding, and establishing trust and rapport are key to forming a successful therapeutic relationship. I have 20+ years of experience. My approach is holistic, eclectic, using methods that reflect your individual needs and concerns. Areas include: depression, anxiety, bipolar, disorder, trauma, LGBT+, older adults, relationships, life transitions.
Feeling hopeless or confused? Going through a major life transition or loss? Experiencing relationship or identity issues? Struggling with anxiety or stress? When life feels overwhelming, it can be hard to find help. Facilitating a genuine connection, creating a space of safety and understanding, and establishing trust and rapport are key to forming a successful therapeutic relationship. I have 20+ years of experience. My approach is holistic, eclectic, using methods that reflect your individual needs and concerns. Areas include: depression, anxiety, bipolar, disorder, trauma, LGBT+, older adults, relationships, life transitions.
(262) 403-9330 View (262) 403-9330
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Madisen Stoler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Not accepting new clients
As a clinician, I am committed to helping people process the many pieces of themselves. Therapy is a place to grow and heal, which can feel painful, magical, and everything in between. I will be there with you through all parts of the change process, offering warmth, teamwork, and invitations to practice new ways of being. Our work together may include shedding unhelpful patterns, building a life of meaning and purpose, and practicing better ways of regulating emotions, making decisions, and communicating. My own commitment to continual growth as a person and practitioner allows me to better show up as your collaborator.
As a clinician, I am committed to helping people process the many pieces of themselves. Therapy is a place to grow and heal, which can feel painful, magical, and everything in between. I will be there with you through all parts of the change process, offering warmth, teamwork, and invitations to practice new ways of being. Our work together may include shedding unhelpful patterns, building a life of meaning and purpose, and practicing better ways of regulating emotions, making decisions, and communicating. My own commitment to continual growth as a person and practitioner allows me to better show up as your collaborator.
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Wild World Counseling and Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am Christine Pedretti, MSW,ACSW,LCSW and I have been in practice as a LCSW since 1993. I am a member of NASW and have my ACSW certification. I work with adults ages 25 +. I have a patient-centered approach based on affirming strengths. I strive to develop a working relationship based on trust, acceptance, kindness and encouragement to help you find the power already within yourself. I use a humanistic approach to help empower you to become the best version of yourself.
I am Christine Pedretti, MSW,ACSW,LCSW and I have been in practice as a LCSW since 1993. I am a member of NASW and have my ACSW certification. I work with adults ages 25 +. I have a patient-centered approach based on affirming strengths. I strive to develop a working relationship based on trust, acceptance, kindness and encouragement to help you find the power already within yourself. I use a humanistic approach to help empower you to become the best version of yourself.
(608) 292-3330 View (608) 292-3330
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Rachael Potthast
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My work with children, adults, and families includes difficulties with life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, neurodiversity (ADHD and ASD), career dissatisfaction, relationship issues, and more. We will identify your strengths and work together to achieve the goals that you desire.
My work with children, adults, and families includes difficulties with life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, neurodiversity (ADHD and ASD), career dissatisfaction, relationship issues, and more. We will identify your strengths and work together to achieve the goals that you desire.
(608) 925-2118 View (608) 925-2118
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Ann Lawrence
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Not accepting new clients
My approaches include: 1) working toward understanding how your life experiences have come together to bring about your current thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and life circumstances; 2) using concrete and structured homework assignments to help you achieve your goals, resolve relationship issues, find greater happiness, and develop greater control over anxiety, depression, or anger; 3) discussing philosophical and existential aspects of life as they relate to your concerns; 4) providing support and empathy when life brings you hardship or pain; and 5) helping you to articulate your needs, desires, and goals, and to develop plans and solutions to help you satisfy them.
My approaches include: 1) working toward understanding how your life experiences have come together to bring about your current thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and life circumstances; 2) using concrete and structured homework assignments to help you achieve your goals, resolve relationship issues, find greater happiness, and develop greater control over anxiety, depression, or anger; 3) discussing philosophical and existential aspects of life as they relate to your concerns; 4) providing support and empathy when life brings you hardship or pain; and 5) helping you to articulate your needs, desires, and goals, and to develop plans and solutions to help you satisfy them.
(414) 269-4294 View (414) 269-4294
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Karen Chernof Gottlieb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Not accepting new clients
I truly love my work and am driven by my desire to help people make positive change in their lives. Asking for help is difficult and I honor the strength and courage it takes to do so. I strive to create an environment of safety, trust and non-judgement, which are essential elements for authentic healing and transformation to occur. My therapeutic style is supportive, authentic and collaborative. I believe, regardless of one's life circumstances, we all possess resilience, hope and possibility.
I truly love my work and am driven by my desire to help people make positive change in their lives. Asking for help is difficult and I honor the strength and courage it takes to do so. I strive to create an environment of safety, trust and non-judgement, which are essential elements for authentic healing and transformation to occur. My therapeutic style is supportive, authentic and collaborative. I believe, regardless of one's life circumstances, we all possess resilience, hope and possibility.
(314) 690-9739 View (314) 690-9739
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Amy Lemberger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Not accepting new clients
Are you wondering how to improve your relationship, or if there's a way to resolve hurt feelings from the past? Your relationship is important. You have invested time and effort in hopes to feel more connected and satisfied, but sometimes those efforts result in feeling more hurt, dismissed, and angry. I can help you shift from conflict to talking through problems and understanding each other. Together we will develop personalized interventions to express what you need and resolve past hurt feelings.
Are you wondering how to improve your relationship, or if there's a way to resolve hurt feelings from the past? Your relationship is important. You have invested time and effort in hopes to feel more connected and satisfied, but sometimes those efforts result in feeling more hurt, dismissed, and angry. I can help you shift from conflict to talking through problems and understanding each other. Together we will develop personalized interventions to express what you need and resolve past hurt feelings.
(262) 205-2499 View (262) 205-2499
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Chandell Hintzke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, SAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Not accepting new clients
I have experience in treating various of concerns presented in a therapeutic setting, which include: substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, marital issues, codependency, and stress-related concerns. I have worked in both Residential and Outpatient settings.
I have experience in treating various of concerns presented in a therapeutic setting, which include: substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, marital issues, codependency, and stress-related concerns. I have worked in both Residential and Outpatient settings.
(262) 725-0283 View (262) 725-0283
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Liz Fitzgerald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer queer/trans, COVID-cautious, neurodivergent and disordered eating inclusive + affirming therapy to inspire your emotional evolution. Whether you are living with grief, loss, emptiness, low energy, stress, the impacts of your uniquely complicated past, lack of focus, self-criticism, depleted inspiration, relationship challenges, chronic illness and/or disability, the harm of oppression(s), and/or the struggle to find meaning in your life… I invite you to dock your ship in the harbor of your own presence & to seek healing through the accompaniment that therapy offers. I would love to walk beside you on your journey.
I offer queer/trans, COVID-cautious, neurodivergent and disordered eating inclusive + affirming therapy to inspire your emotional evolution. Whether you are living with grief, loss, emptiness, low energy, stress, the impacts of your uniquely complicated past, lack of focus, self-criticism, depleted inspiration, relationship challenges, chronic illness and/or disability, the harm of oppression(s), and/or the struggle to find meaning in your life… I invite you to dock your ship in the harbor of your own presence & to seek healing through the accompaniment that therapy offers. I would love to walk beside you on your journey.
(802) 494-4829 View (802) 494-4829
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Anne DeSellier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Not accepting new clients
Anne DeSellier, provides an integrative approach to mental health using Internal Family Systems.  She addresses the mind, body, and spirit of each person. Anne provides a safe space to explore all parts of you, your challenging parts and your lighter parts. In addition to IFS, Anne offers EMDR, Ecotherapy, Reiki, and gentle movement such as Restorative Yoga and Qigong.​
Anne DeSellier, provides an integrative approach to mental health using Internal Family Systems.  She addresses the mind, body, and spirit of each person. Anne provides a safe space to explore all parts of you, your challenging parts and your lighter parts. In addition to IFS, Anne offers EMDR, Ecotherapy, Reiki, and gentle movement such as Restorative Yoga and Qigong.​
(414) 348-9220 View (414) 348-9220
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Michael P Rospenda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53228
Not accepting new clients
Do you find yourself focusing on past adversities or future concerns? Do you notice that they seem to take you away from making the changes you want for yourself or your relationships? I would like to work with you in determining how to process and work through these challenges while staying in the present moment. I will work collaboratively with you to help you become the best version of yourself while taking into account your life’s circumstances. I bring a warm, empathetic, and energetic approach that fosters a safe environment to put you at ease in order to explore the challenges you face.
Do you find yourself focusing on past adversities or future concerns? Do you notice that they seem to take you away from making the changes you want for yourself or your relationships? I would like to work with you in determining how to process and work through these challenges while staying in the present moment. I will work collaboratively with you to help you become the best version of yourself while taking into account your life’s circumstances. I bring a warm, empathetic, and energetic approach that fosters a safe environment to put you at ease in order to explore the challenges you face.
(262) 592-8960 View (262) 592-8960
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Mary Lawinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53233  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Mary Lawinger is a psychotherapist and founder of Moonkress Therapy and Consulting. She is primarily trained in working with individuals who experience depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, and big or small life transitions. Her extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings created the strong clinical foundation for her therapeutic approach with clients.
Mary Lawinger is a psychotherapist and founder of Moonkress Therapy and Consulting. She is primarily trained in working with individuals who experience depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, interpersonal conflicts, and big or small life transitions. Her extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings created the strong clinical foundation for her therapeutic approach with clients.
(608) 527-0929 View (608) 527-0929
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Nanci Schiman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Not accepting new clients
Clients come to therapy with individual needs, goals and expectations. Difficult, uncomfortable emotions may have you doubting or criticizing yourself. Perhaps you're ready to explore and heal from recent or long ago painful, traumatic experiences. You may feel growing frustration and hopelessness with a marriage filled with conflict or disconnection. Anxiety or depression create a gnawing feeling of being 'stuck' or lacking direction and purpose. My clients describe my approach as collaborative, compassionate and encouraging, supporting your goals and empowering you through insight, strategies and rediscovery.
Clients come to therapy with individual needs, goals and expectations. Difficult, uncomfortable emotions may have you doubting or criticizing yourself. Perhaps you're ready to explore and heal from recent or long ago painful, traumatic experiences. You may feel growing frustration and hopelessness with a marriage filled with conflict or disconnection. Anxiety or depression create a gnawing feeling of being 'stuck' or lacking direction and purpose. My clients describe my approach as collaborative, compassionate and encouraging, supporting your goals and empowering you through insight, strategies and rediscovery.
(262) 404-4451 View (262) 404-4451
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