Female Therapists in Pierce County, WI
Kathryn Hector
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, RPT™
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River Falls, WI 54022
I am an affirming therapist and am honored to create a safe space for children, families, LGBTQ, and neuro-diverse folx. As a therapist I will support you in exploring your identity and sense of self through traditional talk therapy and non-verbal play-based processing methods such sand tray. I am a trained Adlerian Psychotherapist and a Registered Play Therapist. I work with individuals 3 years through adult and am certified in parenting support. I would love to be part of you, your child, and family's journey towards joy. I look forward to connecting with you!
I am an affirming therapist and am honored to create a safe space for children, families, LGBTQ, and neuro-diverse folx. As a therapist I will support you in exploring your identity and sense of self through traditional talk therapy and non-verbal play-based processing methods such sand tray. I am a trained Adlerian Psychotherapist and a Registered Play Therapist. I work with individuals 3 years through adult and am certified in parenting support. I would love to be part of you, your child, and family's journey towards joy. I look forward to connecting with you!
Are you struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, or difficult relationships? Do you want to be more assertive, develop coping skills, improve your self-esteem, and foster healthy relationships? I am honored to help adults and children work through challenging life circumstances and mental health concerns, and you can expect me to listen carefully to your concerns and ask thoughtful questions. I balance empathy and compassion with feedback and skill-building so that you feel supported while working toward your goals. My Christian faith is at the heart of my work, and I can incorporate this perspective upon request.
Are you struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, or difficult relationships? Do you want to be more assertive, develop coping skills, improve your self-esteem, and foster healthy relationships? I am honored to help adults and children work through challenging life circumstances and mental health concerns, and you can expect me to listen carefully to your concerns and ask thoughtful questions. I balance empathy and compassion with feedback and skill-building so that you feel supported while working toward your goals. My Christian faith is at the heart of my work, and I can incorporate this perspective upon request.
I am passionate about people and value creating safe and comforting environments in my work. I believe the therapist and client relationship begins with developing an authentic connection. Knowing that people have a need to be heard, I strongly value being a listening ear. Additionally, experiencing the intersectionality of being Hmong-American, I am passionate about creating a safe and inclusive space for people to explore their identities, confront their challenges, and cultivate their strengths. Overall, I hope to apply a systemic view and lens to the therapy room to offer people different approaches and perspectives to consider.
I am passionate about people and value creating safe and comforting environments in my work. I believe the therapist and client relationship begins with developing an authentic connection. Knowing that people have a need to be heard, I strongly value being a listening ear. Additionally, experiencing the intersectionality of being Hmong-American, I am passionate about creating a safe and inclusive space for people to explore their identities, confront their challenges, and cultivate their strengths. Overall, I hope to apply a systemic view and lens to the therapy room to offer people different approaches and perspectives to consider.
I work with clients to create a custom plan that addresses a variety of issues from the stresses of everyday life to managing specific incidents. I believe in a client-led approach and that you have the knowledge for your success. I like to work collaboratively with each client and family to utilize their unique strengths to foster that success. My goal during therapy is for clients to recognize their barriers through a different perspective so they feel they have the ability to make meaningful changes.
I work with clients to create a custom plan that addresses a variety of issues from the stresses of everyday life to managing specific incidents. I believe in a client-led approach and that you have the knowledge for your success. I like to work collaboratively with each client and family to utilize their unique strengths to foster that success. My goal during therapy is for clients to recognize their barriers through a different perspective so they feel they have the ability to make meaningful changes.
What if the distress you are experiencing is actually a sign you are ready to grow, not a sign that there is something wrong with you? What if your symptoms are data letting you know that your True Self is ready to reorganize and unlock your emotional capacity? I believe we adapt to what happens to us in smart ways so we can be protected and live each day. Eventually though, some of those adaptations end up causing us problems in relationships, our bodies, and our minds. I embrace the idea that our True Selves are imperfect, curious, desiring of connection, and have a need to be seen and heard.
What if the distress you are experiencing is actually a sign you are ready to grow, not a sign that there is something wrong with you? What if your symptoms are data letting you know that your True Self is ready to reorganize and unlock your emotional capacity? I believe we adapt to what happens to us in smart ways so we can be protected and live each day. Eventually though, some of those adaptations end up causing us problems in relationships, our bodies, and our minds. I embrace the idea that our True Selves are imperfect, curious, desiring of connection, and have a need to be seen and heard.
MA Perrin Recovery Services, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, ICS, CSAC, LADC, SAP
Verified Verified
River Falls, WI 54022
I am the owner of MA Perrin Recovery Services, LLC and author of "Standing Back Up Against Addiction". No one chooses to be an addict or intentionally self-sabotages by continuing to relapse. Addiction is a horrific disease that takes you away from who you are and is painful. Do not give up on yourself, believe in yourself, continue to reach out and get the help you deserve. With a Masters in Addiction Counseling and 44 years sober I will work alongside you to help you get your life back.
I am the owner of MA Perrin Recovery Services, LLC and author of "Standing Back Up Against Addiction". No one chooses to be an addict or intentionally self-sabotages by continuing to relapse. Addiction is a horrific disease that takes you away from who you are and is painful. Do not give up on yourself, believe in yourself, continue to reach out and get the help you deserve. With a Masters in Addiction Counseling and 44 years sober I will work alongside you to help you get your life back.
Sarah Karlsson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-IT
Verified Verified
River Falls, WI 54022
I am so glad you are considering counseling! It can be immensely powerful to sit with someone and feel fully seen and understood. I am a relational therapist who places a high value on authentic connections with my clients. I strive to make my clients feel empowered and equipped to create the life they desire. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients in particular teens and women for whom any of the following labels may have been used: "perfectionistic" , "high achieving", "intense", "not interested in small talk" and/or "multipotentialite" (many different interests that may shift over time).
I am so glad you are considering counseling! It can be immensely powerful to sit with someone and feel fully seen and understood. I am a relational therapist who places a high value on authentic connections with my clients. I strive to make my clients feel empowered and equipped to create the life they desire. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients in particular teens and women for whom any of the following labels may have been used: "perfectionistic" , "high achieving", "intense", "not interested in small talk" and/or "multipotentialite" (many different interests that may shift over time).
Cori M. Hildebrandt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC WI, LPCC MN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River Falls, WI 54022
Dissatisfied with yourself, relationships, or career? Looking for true change and healing? Tried the brain-body based interventions of EMDR or Brainspotting? Life not playing fair? Worry and anxiety robbing you? Having panic attacks on the regular? Life can be painful, frustrating, and overwhelming when it is not going well. There is a magic that can happen in psychotherapy when you commit to working on yourself, your personal growth, and your healing. We may not all get charmed lives, but we all deserve to feel better. You can feel better if you do the work. You do not need to navigate life alone.
Dissatisfied with yourself, relationships, or career? Looking for true change and healing? Tried the brain-body based interventions of EMDR or Brainspotting? Life not playing fair? Worry and anxiety robbing you? Having panic attacks on the regular? Life can be painful, frustrating, and overwhelming when it is not going well. There is a magic that can happen in psychotherapy when you commit to working on yourself, your personal growth, and your healing. We may not all get charmed lives, but we all deserve to feel better. You can feel better if you do the work. You do not need to navigate life alone.
Sara Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River Falls, WI 54022 (Online Only)
I work with people with all levels of abilities, from entrepreneurs, business professionals and owners to people with various disabilities and their families. I believe positive change, big and small, is possible within the difficulties present in our lives. I like to work collaboratively with each client, creating safe spaces to explore strengths, challenges, needs and opportunities for healing, personal growth, and change. As a values-based practitioner, I believe that incorporating safety, respect, unconditional regard, competency, and compassion are essential components in creating trusted therapeutic relationships.
I work with people with all levels of abilities, from entrepreneurs, business professionals and owners to people with various disabilities and their families. I believe positive change, big and small, is possible within the difficulties present in our lives. I like to work collaboratively with each client, creating safe spaces to explore strengths, challenges, needs and opportunities for healing, personal growth, and change. As a values-based practitioner, I believe that incorporating safety, respect, unconditional regard, competency, and compassion are essential components in creating trusted therapeutic relationships.
I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere for clients to explore their relationships, values, strengths, and changes they would like to make. I strongly believe that everyone is capable of persevering through life's challenges and making positive change, if given the proper tools and resources. I emphasize building upon underlying resilience I believe every person has, through education, skills, and evidence-based approaches. I am a direct communicator but have a casual approach, emphasize compassion, and appreciate humor in sessions.
I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere for clients to explore their relationships, values, strengths, and changes they would like to make. I strongly believe that everyone is capable of persevering through life's challenges and making positive change, if given the proper tools and resources. I emphasize building upon underlying resilience I believe every person has, through education, skills, and evidence-based approaches. I am a direct communicator but have a casual approach, emphasize compassion, and appreciate humor in sessions.
Are you anxious, depressed, or simply worn out? Do you feel alone? Do you live with regret or fear of what lies ahead? Are you surviving rather than thriving in your relationships? I would love to help. I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and am delighted to find myself in a career that is a calling, not a job. I experience great joy in walking alongside you as you reclaim or find your own strengths for the first time to lean into life’s challenges, resulting in enriched living and enhanced relationships.
Are you anxious, depressed, or simply worn out? Do you feel alone? Do you live with regret or fear of what lies ahead? Are you surviving rather than thriving in your relationships? I would love to help. I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and am delighted to find myself in a career that is a calling, not a job. I experience great joy in walking alongside you as you reclaim or find your own strengths for the first time to lean into life’s challenges, resulting in enriched living and enhanced relationships.
I’m so glad you’re considering counseling! The right support can make all the difference in bringing more peace and joy to your life and relationships. I work with women who are ready to let go of what no longer serves them, whether it's anxiety and stress, unhelpful relationship patterns, perfectionism and constant over-thinking, a heavy emotional load or past traumas. I also help young adults work through academic stress/anxiety, relationships, and major life transitions. No issue is too small for therapy—if it can improve your life, it’s worth pursuing. I'd be happy to help you live a more authentic and fulfilling life!
I’m so glad you’re considering counseling! The right support can make all the difference in bringing more peace and joy to your life and relationships. I work with women who are ready to let go of what no longer serves them, whether it's anxiety and stress, unhelpful relationship patterns, perfectionism and constant over-thinking, a heavy emotional load or past traumas. I also help young adults work through academic stress/anxiety, relationships, and major life transitions. No issue is too small for therapy—if it can improve your life, it’s worth pursuing. I'd be happy to help you live a more authentic and fulfilling life!
Are you frustrated with your teen? Are you concerned about their behaviors and their future? Parenting can be very stressful and overwhelming with teens. You want to do what's best for them, but sometimes you don't know what that is. I can help! I work with teens and adults who are struggling with intense emotions, troubling behaviors, and are who are feeling stuck. I can help you learn healthy coping skills to regulate your emotions, tolerate stress, and have happier relationships. I can help you feel back in control of yourself, your life, and your teenagers.
Are you frustrated with your teen? Are you concerned about their behaviors and their future? Parenting can be very stressful and overwhelming with teens. You want to do what's best for them, but sometimes you don't know what that is. I can help! I work with teens and adults who are struggling with intense emotions, troubling behaviors, and are who are feeling stuck. I can help you learn healthy coping skills to regulate your emotions, tolerate stress, and have happier relationships. I can help you feel back in control of yourself, your life, and your teenagers.
Karis Johns Heartfelt Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
River Falls, WI 54022
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.
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.
Juanita M McCabe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC
Verified Verified
River Falls, WI 54022
I have been a child therapist for over 30 years. I use various techniques which are considered helpful to children with emotional/behavioral issues I also work with adults who are struggling with Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse problems. I believe that all individuals have the tools within to heal themselves and that healing is an ongoing journey in our lives. Those who have had the opportunity to go to counseling often live a full and enriched life because they have learned how to activate those inner resources. I would love to help you or your child on the path to discovering those resources.
I have been a child therapist for over 30 years. I use various techniques which are considered helpful to children with emotional/behavioral issues I also work with adults who are struggling with Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse problems. I believe that all individuals have the tools within to heal themselves and that healing is an ongoing journey in our lives. Those who have had the opportunity to go to counseling often live a full and enriched life because they have learned how to activate those inner resources. I would love to help you or your child on the path to discovering those resources.
Katie Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
River Falls, WI 54022
Waitlist for new clients
When we struggle in life so many of us spend time blaming and shaming ourselves for “not doing better”. In society we've been taught to disconnect from our authentic selves and our bodies. Overtime this can cause us to feel lost, overwhelmed, and detached. As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist my focus is to help you reclaim those lost parts, integrate them, and regain self-trust through your own intuitive abilities. It may not feel like it now, but you are the wisest teacher in your life and I'm honored to assist you in believing so.
When we struggle in life so many of us spend time blaming and shaming ourselves for “not doing better”. In society we've been taught to disconnect from our authentic selves and our bodies. Overtime this can cause us to feel lost, overwhelmed, and detached. As a neurodivergent-affirming therapist my focus is to help you reclaim those lost parts, integrate them, and regain self-trust through your own intuitive abilities. It may not feel like it now, but you are the wisest teacher in your life and I'm honored to assist you in believing so.
Jessica Morton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
River Falls, WI 54022
Waitlist for new clients
I lead couples and families in finding new ways to communicate because every voice within the system has a right to be heard and valued. The therapy process is an exploration of alternative strategies to find what works for you. I don't believe any individual is broken or needs fixing. We all struggle with feeling lost after negative events. It can seem like a situation is hopeless, but I have witnessed clients courageously choosing to forgive, rebuild, and reconnect. Lighted Pathways Therapy LLC guides clients to embrace their inner resilience. Every human struggle makes you braver to face the next challenge with renewed strength.
I lead couples and families in finding new ways to communicate because every voice within the system has a right to be heard and valued. The therapy process is an exploration of alternative strategies to find what works for you. I don't believe any individual is broken or needs fixing. We all struggle with feeling lost after negative events. It can seem like a situation is hopeless, but I have witnessed clients courageously choosing to forgive, rebuild, and reconnect. Lighted Pathways Therapy LLC guides clients to embrace their inner resilience. Every human struggle makes you braver to face the next challenge with renewed strength.
I enjoy my work with clients who are navigating post-traumatic stress, family of origin pain, codependent attachment patterns, body image/disordered eating difficulties, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression. I affirm and value inclusivity in the therapy space for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I prioritize compassion, humor, and warmth in my work with clients. I believe each of us has an important story to tell and I work to create an empathic space for clients to begin the journey inward. My favorite part about being a therapist is accompanying clients as they realize their inherent value.
I enjoy my work with clients who are navigating post-traumatic stress, family of origin pain, codependent attachment patterns, body image/disordered eating difficulties, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression. I affirm and value inclusivity in the therapy space for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I prioritize compassion, humor, and warmth in my work with clients. I believe each of us has an important story to tell and I work to create an empathic space for clients to begin the journey inward. My favorite part about being a therapist is accompanying clients as they realize their inherent value.
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and children who have been affected by trauma, anxiety or depression. I am trained to help individuals who are living with grief/loss and am passionate about helping individuals live the life they hope for. I believe that each individual is unique and as such, works as a team with my clients to integrate the best approach to help clients reach their goals. I enjoy incorporating a holistic approach with clients.
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and children who have been affected by trauma, anxiety or depression. I am trained to help individuals who are living with grief/loss and am passionate about helping individuals live the life they hope for. I believe that each individual is unique and as such, works as a team with my clients to integrate the best approach to help clients reach their goals. I enjoy incorporating a holistic approach with clients.
Angela Siler is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2001. She graduated from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is licensed in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. Angela believes in joining with clients and meeting them where they re at, knowing that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance. Her therapeutic approach is mainly cognitive behavioral therapy, with an emphasis on mindfulness and awareness, encompassing mind, body and spirit.
Angela Siler is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing since 2001. She graduated from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is licensed in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. Angela believes in joining with clients and meeting them where they re at, knowing that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance. Her therapeutic approach is mainly cognitive behavioral therapy, with an emphasis on mindfulness and awareness, encompassing mind, body and spirit.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.