Female Therapists in New Berlin, WI

I work with people who want to start or continue their journey in healing from trauma, clients who may be struggling to navigate what it means to be neurodivergent and clients who want to learn more about their own identity throughout this process. Together, we can work on reducing shame, blame and guilt surrounding traumas, decrease hypervigilance and avoidance to work toward valued living.

Is your Autistic child struggling socially, at school, at home or all of the above? Are you struggling with parenting your child? Do you feel that your child and you could use some strategies for better emotional regulation? I would be happy to help you and your family reach your goals. I provide psychotherapy to individuals of all ages with special interest in children and adolescents ages 3+. My experience includes years of working with children and families. I have provided services in schools, homes, residential facilities and outpatient clinics. In 2021 I began my private practice so that I can better serve my clients' needs.

I enjoy working with clients who want to learn more about the inner workings of their psyche, who are ready to take the first steps on their journey to heal and are motivated to do the necessary work. I take a holistic approach tending to each person's physical, mental/cognitive, emotional and spiritual aspects. My personal style is one of honesty, creativity, nonjudgmental acceptance and yes, at times, humor. I see myself as a guide who walks with each client, providing a safe, caring and supportive presence.

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Sue Schramka is a clinical psychologist who has been practicing since 2002. She graduated from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology with a doctorate in child psychology. Sue provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults with an emphasis on treating anxiety and mood disorders, interpersonal difficulties and difficulties with stress management. Her therapeutic approach focuses on building competent coping strategies, changing maladaptive cognitive processes and incorporates mindfulness meditation, acceptance and willingness strategies as well as behavioral activation.

Nicole Lotz is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Alverno College with a degree in Community Psychology. Nicole believes in building a genuine, nonjudgmental, trusting relationship that focuses on the individual's strengths. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Nicole's main areas of focus include depression and anxiety. In her spare time, Nicole enjoys hiking, gardening, sewing, and spending time with her various pets.

Courtney Gutantes is a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents and adults ages 17 and up. Courtney earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse and her master's degree from Marquette University. Following the completion of her formal training in 2016, Courtney has worked with children, adolescents, and their families across the inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient settings.

Ashley Westphal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2014. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Social Work. Ashley believes therapy should be a safe place for healing and discovery for the whole person including body, mind, behavior, emotions, and especially spirit. She feels that therapy can be used to help us empower, rediscover, or reconnect with ourselves and therefore with others. Seeking support is a positive, healthy step and a sign of strength, and the realization that we cannot always navigate through life alone is a sign of wisdom not weakness.

Sadie Millen is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Master's in Counseling with a clinical mental health concentration from Mount Mary University. Sadie specializes in working with children and young adults with neurodevelopmental disorders, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma histories. Her goal is to provide children and their families with a supportive environment where they can explore their life experiences and learn emotion regulation, communication, and social skills.

Kristy Ludwig is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a Master of Science in Counseling "“ Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mount Mary University. Kristy believes building a strong relationship with her client is fundamental to foster healing and growth. She explores what makes each client uniquely them, placing value on her belief that each client is not defined by the difficulties they may be experiencing.

Lisa McLean is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in the field for over 35 years in a variety of settings. Lisa's approach to psychotherapy is client-centered and eclectic based on the client's needs and goals of therapy. Lisa provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults with an emphasis on treating anxiety and mood disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, suicide risk and prevention, trauma, and life transitions.

Emmy is a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Emmy has exceptional experience with individuals diagnosed with a wide range of mental health disorders and developmental disabilities, including Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and behavior disorders. Her special interests include treating anxiety, trauma, providing behavior treatment, play therapy, psychoeducation to parents, couples and family therapy. Emmy approaches each client uniquely with enthusiasm, empathy, and dignity.

I am a Licensed professional counselor and a registered Art Therapist who received my Master's degree from Mount Mary University. I have experience in providing therapy for individuals; children and adolescents, and client's parents and families. My specialties include: anxiety, trauma, behavior modification, and relationship building to support effective communication skills and improving self-esteem. As a Registered Art Therapist, I use art as a foundational approach in my work with others. I believe that feelings and thoughts that are often difficult to put into words, but they can be effectively expressed through art modalities.

Karen D. Henry is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2010. She has a Master's of Science in Community Counseling. Karen's focus is substance use disorders, working with families of those with substance use disorders, adults and children who have lived with addiction, and codependency. Karen also works with people who have experienced traumatic experiences, both recent and historical. Outside of work, Karen enjoys concerts, festivals, fairs, kayaking, sitting on the beach and reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Kara Guevara is a Psychotherapist, who has been a practicing social worker since 2013 and psychotherapy since 2017. She received a Bachelor of Social Work from Concordia University and a Master of Clinical Social Work from UWM. As a Social Worker, Kara has experience working in Hospice, Child Protective Services, skilled nursing facilities and the Aging and Disability Resource Center. As a Psychotherapist, she has 5 years of experience working at Rogers Behavioral Health. Kara believes in meeting clients where they are at, in a judgement free and accepting way.

Julia Shaughnessy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Julia offers a flexible approach that can be tailored to almost any client. As a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), her experience is in working with complex family and couples issues including infidelity, behavioral issues, and family dysfunction of all types. Julia has training in several evidence-based modalities which she can integrate into a personalized treatment. She has a kind but forthright style that draws from solution-focused therapy.

Erin Hernikl is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Erin believes in an integrated approach that focuses on a strong therapeutic alliance to collaboratively meet each individuals' needs/goals In her spare time, Erin enjoys spending time outdoors and attending sporting events.

Emily Giles is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2016. Emily is an Art Therapist and Counselor that is person-centered and able to utilize talk and creative therapies to work with her clients. She has experience in crisis work, CBT and mindfulness to help her clients reach their therapeutic goals. In her free time, Emily loves to make art and make cakes/baked goods for her friends and family (and herself). When she is not working you can likely find her cozied up on the couch with Penny, her dog, watching documentaries.

Kate Sheskey is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2017. She graduated from UW-Whitewater with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Kate takes a client-centered approach when working with individuals while incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). In her spare time, Kate enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, and traveling.