Therapists for Teens in West Salem, WI
I believe that most people are naturally inclined toward growth and healing. People move toward self-actualization when life circumstances are right. I work with my clients to identify personal strengths and situational barriers for the purpose of maximizing potential.
I have over 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of personal and interpersonal issues.
Feel free to contact me if you would like to make an appointment or if you have questions of any kind.
I believe that most people are naturally inclined toward growth and healing. People move toward self-actualization when life circumstances are right. I work with my clients to identify personal strengths and situational barriers for the purpose of maximizing potential.
I have over 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults on a variety of personal and interpersonal issues.
Feel free to contact me if you would like to make an appointment or if you have questions of any kind.
HeartJourney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Salem, WI 54669
Waitlist for new clients
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 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.
Leisha Lucas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Salem, WI 54669
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a broad range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns. My specialty is in working with trauma and children ages 3-10. I have advanced training as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and in Child-Centered Play Therapy. As a therapist, I provide a supportive, egalitarian counseling relationship and believe in working alongside clients to maximize their strengths and help them achieve their goals.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults navigating a broad range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns. My specialty is in working with trauma and children ages 3-10. I have advanced training as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and in Child-Centered Play Therapy. As a therapist, I provide a supportive, egalitarian counseling relationship and believe in working alongside clients to maximize their strengths and help them achieve their goals.
Healing 4 Us, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Salem, WI 54669 (Online Only)
I am Walfsty Pierre, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I specialize in trauma-informed care and have a deep understanding of how trauma affects individuals and families, particularly in marginalized communities, where systemic barriers can make the healing process more complex. My ideal clients are teens, families, and young adults who may come from backgrounds marked by trauma, mental health challenges, or family difficulties. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing can begin.
I am Walfsty Pierre, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I specialize in trauma-informed care and have a deep understanding of how trauma affects individuals and families, particularly in marginalized communities, where systemic barriers can make the healing process more complex. My ideal clients are teens, families, and young adults who may come from backgrounds marked by trauma, mental health challenges, or family difficulties. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing can begin.
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Through prior clinical experience and graduate school, I have provided services to those individuals experiencing and dealing with challenges related to related to depression, anxiety, attachment issues, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, adolescent issues, college age issues, and who identify as LGBTQ+. This prior experience is in addition to other stressors or life's experiences and challenges individual are facing. Through my time working in the MCHS Emergency Department, I have worked with individuals in crisis and provided crisis intervention services and completed suicide risk assessments.
Through prior clinical experience and graduate school, I have provided services to those individuals experiencing and dealing with challenges related to related to depression, anxiety, attachment issues, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, adolescent issues, college age issues, and who identify as LGBTQ+. This prior experience is in addition to other stressors or life's experiences and challenges individual are facing. Through my time working in the MCHS Emergency Department, I have worked with individuals in crisis and provided crisis intervention services and completed suicide risk assessments.
Stein Counseling & Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BCC, BCPCC, NMT L 3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Onalaska, WI 54650
Trainer of Parenting with Love and Limits, American Red Cross Disaster Relief Mental Health Volunteer, Trained in: Parenting the Out of Control Teenager; Solution Focused Marital Therapy; Gottman Marital Therapy; Certified Corrective Thinking Practitioner, Circle of Security MacArthur Preschool Attachment Classification System, Infant/Toddler Attachment, Trauma Focused CBT, NMT, AFC, BCPCC.
I help marriages on the verge of divorce, parents whose children are a mystery or having behavioral/emotional problems, and individuals who struggle with depression, trauma and anxiety. My success rate for saving marriages on the brink of divorce is approximately 80%. I believe my extensive training in Gottman marriage therapy Level 1 and 2, solution focused therapy, trauma, stress, and attachment theory and measures (AAI, Ainsworth Infant Scales, Circle of Security, Attachment Storytelling Completion Task,Mac Arthur Preschool Method) provides me unique insight into how relationships work. Dr. Bruce Perry was also my mentor.
Trainer of Parenting with Love and Limits, American Red Cross Disaster Relief Mental Health Volunteer, Trained in: Parenting the Out of Control Teenager; Solution Focused Marital Therapy; Gottman Marital Therapy; Certified Corrective Thinking Practitioner, Circle of Security MacArthur Preschool Attachment Classification System, Infant/Toddler Attachment, Trauma Focused CBT, NMT, AFC, BCPCC.
I help marriages on the verge of divorce, parents whose children are a mystery or having behavioral/emotional problems, and individuals who struggle with depression, trauma and anxiety. My success rate for saving marriages on the brink of divorce is approximately 80%. I believe my extensive training in Gottman marriage therapy Level 1 and 2, solution focused therapy, trauma, stress, and attachment theory and measures (AAI, Ainsworth Infant Scales, Circle of Security, Attachment Storytelling Completion Task,Mac Arthur Preschool Method) provides me unique insight into how relationships work. Dr. Bruce Perry was also my mentor.
Jennifer Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Onalaska, WI 54650
My specialties include life adjustments, teen pregnancy, Trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, depression and anxiety.
Life is full of surprises. Unexpected situations occur that impact the ways in which we cope with the world and our circumstances. Handling these issues over and over can leave us feeling exhausted, frustrated, out-of-control and saddened. When things just don’t feel right, it is time to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to face your challenges alone. I’m a big fan of helping you find your voice and live the life you love. I want to help you find your power and purpose so you can navigate life like a boss!
My specialties include life adjustments, teen pregnancy, Trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, depression and anxiety.
Life is full of surprises. Unexpected situations occur that impact the ways in which we cope with the world and our circumstances. Handling these issues over and over can leave us feeling exhausted, frustrated, out-of-control and saddened. When things just don’t feel right, it is time to reach out and ask for help. You don’t have to face your challenges alone. I’m a big fan of helping you find your voice and live the life you love. I want to help you find your power and purpose so you can navigate life like a boss!
If you or your teen is struggling with an eating disorder, or just feel like therapy could be helpful, let’s chat!.
Life can just really suck sometimes! Therapy can often be the jump start needed to help you move in the direction of healing. I work primarily with adolescents and young adults. Currently, I am the only certified FBT Therapist in the state of Wisconsin, which is the leading treatment approach for adolescents/young adults diagnosed with an eating disorder. In addition, I also treat anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, and mood related difficulties. I am also here if you are navigating a difficult life transition... those can be brutal! I have been a therapist for just over 10 years and would love to hear more about your goals!
If you or your teen is struggling with an eating disorder, or just feel like therapy could be helpful, let’s chat!.
Life can just really suck sometimes! Therapy can often be the jump start needed to help you move in the direction of healing. I work primarily with adolescents and young adults. Currently, I am the only certified FBT Therapist in the state of Wisconsin, which is the leading treatment approach for adolescents/young adults diagnosed with an eating disorder. In addition, I also treat anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, and mood related difficulties. I am also here if you are navigating a difficult life transition... those can be brutal! I have been a therapist for just over 10 years and would love to hear more about your goals!
Are you tired of being held hostage by your ANXIETY or OCD? Has the constant worry, doubt or intrusive thoughts made it difficult to live life? I have a passion for working with some of the toughest themes of anxiety and/or OCD. I can help you create ways to cope and respond differently to the worry, doubt and uncertainty, so that you can be present in your life and work towards your values. Imagine what it would be like if your anxiety was not so powerful? What would be different?
Are you tired of being held hostage by your ANXIETY or OCD? Has the constant worry, doubt or intrusive thoughts made it difficult to live life? I have a passion for working with some of the toughest themes of anxiety and/or OCD. I can help you create ways to cope and respond differently to the worry, doubt and uncertainty, so that you can be present in your life and work towards your values. Imagine what it would be like if your anxiety was not so powerful? What would be different?
Teresa Davis Schlintz
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CSAC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bangor, WI 54614
As an integrative practitioner, I meet clients where they are at in life. Healing and wellness is part of our life journey, and reaching out to others is often a necessary part of the healing process. Life hands us tough challenges, these are not meant to break us, rather to help us define who we are and better understand what our journey means. Often times we feel like we are broken, or simply don't fit in; these are opportunities to intentionally explore whether we are living our authentic life, or trying to follow someone else's path.
As an integrative practitioner, I meet clients where they are at in life. Healing and wellness is part of our life journey, and reaching out to others is often a necessary part of the healing process. Life hands us tough challenges, these are not meant to break us, rather to help us define who we are and better understand what our journey means. Often times we feel like we are broken, or simply don't fit in; these are opportunities to intentionally explore whether we are living our authentic life, or trying to follow someone else's path.
Erica Thibodeaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Crosse, WI 54603
Waitlist for new clients
Erica is a therapist's therapist. I work with the elements of nature to reveal the sources of discomfort, disharmony, and dis-ease that are often the source of pain, suffering, and trauma within a person, family, or ancestral lineage. I believe that a holistic approach is vital to true wellbeing and that healing occurs on multiple levels- emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual. In addition to clinical experience, I lived in West Africa and after returning I apprenticed with Dagara Elder, Malidoma Somé.
Erica is a therapist's therapist. I work with the elements of nature to reveal the sources of discomfort, disharmony, and dis-ease that are often the source of pain, suffering, and trauma within a person, family, or ancestral lineage. I believe that a holistic approach is vital to true wellbeing and that healing occurs on multiple levels- emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual. In addition to clinical experience, I lived in West Africa and after returning I apprenticed with Dagara Elder, Malidoma Somé.
Rhonda Madsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Onalaska, WI 54650
I am a mental health counselor and a Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki Master Practitioner. During counseling sessions, I interweave traditional therapy practices with energy healing techniques of Reiki. I am also certified in ThetaHealing, Pranic Healing and Vibrational Sound healing. And I am informed by my learnings from my Shamanic studies. I incorporate spiritual work and forms of energy healing into counseling sessions to assist people in growth and healing. I also do BQH (Beyond Quantum Healing) sessions, which uses elements of hypnosis to connect to Higher aspects and energies for information and healing. Go to YourTrueEssence.Org
I am a mental health counselor and a Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki Master Practitioner. During counseling sessions, I interweave traditional therapy practices with energy healing techniques of Reiki. I am also certified in ThetaHealing, Pranic Healing and Vibrational Sound healing. And I am informed by my learnings from my Shamanic studies. I incorporate spiritual work and forms of energy healing into counseling sessions to assist people in growth and healing. I also do BQH (Beyond Quantum Healing) sessions, which uses elements of hypnosis to connect to Higher aspects and energies for information and healing. Go to YourTrueEssence.Org
Sheridan Kaatz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Onalaska, WI 54650
I have immediate openings! If you are looking for a therapist who is authentic, curious, and compassionate, we might be a good match! I offer a warm and judgement free space that focuses on strengths to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are new to therapy, or you've been exploring it for some time, I will walk alongside you to support you on your journey. You are the expert on your own life and my focus is to meet you where you are at. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
I have immediate openings! If you are looking for a therapist who is authentic, curious, and compassionate, we might be a good match! I offer a warm and judgement free space that focuses on strengths to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are new to therapy, or you've been exploring it for some time, I will walk alongside you to support you on your journey. You are the expert on your own life and my focus is to meet you where you are at. I work with individuals, couples, and families.
Gretchen Poellinger is a Licensed Professional Counselor and works with adolescents, adults, and families. Gretchen received her undergraduate degree from Minnesota State University – Mankato in Mankato, Minnesota and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. Over the last 10 years, Gretchen has worked in a variety of settings in the social service field. She has direct experience working with individuals with varying challenges and has provided behavioral management and mental health services to adults, families, and children in the area.
Gretchen Poellinger is a Licensed Professional Counselor and works with adolescents, adults, and families. Gretchen received her undergraduate degree from Minnesota State University – Mankato in Mankato, Minnesota and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. Over the last 10 years, Gretchen has worked in a variety of settings in the social service field. She has direct experience working with individuals with varying challenges and has provided behavioral management and mental health services to adults, families, and children in the area.
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.
Chris Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MBA, TX, WI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Crosse, WI 54601
Waitlist for new clients
Everybody is going through something. We all have our own stories to tell, issues we need to face, and storms we have to go through. I want to come alongside you and help you find healing in your circumstances whatever they may be. If you have experienced trauma, have unresolved pain or are struggling with current issues, I want to help you process those things in a healthy, therapeutic way to resolve the negative emotions and behaviors tied to them. Through grief and loss, depression, anxiety or marital problems, I am here to help you find healing, comfort and strength within yourself to overcome and move forward.
Everybody is going through something. We all have our own stories to tell, issues we need to face, and storms we have to go through. I want to come alongside you and help you find healing in your circumstances whatever they may be. If you have experienced trauma, have unresolved pain or are struggling with current issues, I want to help you process those things in a healthy, therapeutic way to resolve the negative emotions and behaviors tied to them. Through grief and loss, depression, anxiety or marital problems, I am here to help you find healing, comfort and strength within yourself to overcome and move forward.
Kayla Seitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601
Waitlist for new clients
Clients deserve to have a safe space to discover options for their healing journey. Clients, regardless of needs and goals all have one thing in common; grief. The idea of losing someone, something, or a unexpected change in life brings upon the grieving process. It is not expected that everyone suffers alone and in silence; this is only the goal of stigma. Bring all of the hurt, guilt, shame, desperation, and pain to the safe space of therapy and use it as a stepping stone on your own carved path to overall health and wellness in mind, body, and spirit.
Clients deserve to have a safe space to discover options for their healing journey. Clients, regardless of needs and goals all have one thing in common; grief. The idea of losing someone, something, or a unexpected change in life brings upon the grieving process. It is not expected that everyone suffers alone and in silence; this is only the goal of stigma. Bring all of the hurt, guilt, shame, desperation, and pain to the safe space of therapy and use it as a stepping stone on your own carved path to overall health and wellness in mind, body, and spirit.
Christina Renee McGinn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
La Crosse, WI 54601 (Online Only)
I really want to know your story and all the details without you having to tell me multiple times! I hope to provide a warm, soothing environment. We will review your goals periodically and discuss strategies to manage through all that life throws at you. I know that taking the step to start therapy is a big decision. I hope to support you along the way. Please feel free to ask me questions. You are able to email or call me directly.
I really want to know your story and all the details without you having to tell me multiple times! I hope to provide a warm, soothing environment. We will review your goals periodically and discuss strategies to manage through all that life throws at you. I know that taking the step to start therapy is a big decision. I hope to support you along the way. Please feel free to ask me questions. You are able to email or call me directly.
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-wi
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-wi
I am dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, respectful atmosphere that progresses into open communication and self exploration in order to better understand thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I believe that by accessing our strengths we are better able to explore problems and implement strategies that will help live our lives to the fullest. In order to do so I utilize techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychotherapy (talk-therapy), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to personalize therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with in order to promote lasting therapeutic change and symptom relief.
I am dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, respectful atmosphere that progresses into open communication and self exploration in order to better understand thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I believe that by accessing our strengths we are better able to explore problems and implement strategies that will help live our lives to the fullest. In order to do so I utilize techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychotherapy (talk-therapy), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to personalize therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with in order to promote lasting therapeutic change and symptom relief.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.