Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Wisconsin Dells, WI
Kaaren V Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (Online Only)
Are you feeling "stuck" or struggling to reach your next level? Do feelings such as anxiety, depression, unresolved conflict, attachment concerns or trauma prevent you from living your best life and fully engaging in relationships? There is a way forward and you don't have to go through this alone. I love being a therapist. I love providing a safe space and helping people find their inner tools to navigate life transitions, find true relief from mental health challenges, and reach their wellness goals. It is my mission to help those I work with experience inner peace, fulfilling lives, and improved relationships.
Are you feeling "stuck" or struggling to reach your next level? Do feelings such as anxiety, depression, unresolved conflict, attachment concerns or trauma prevent you from living your best life and fully engaging in relationships? There is a way forward and you don't have to go through this alone. I love being a therapist. I love providing a safe space and helping people find their inner tools to navigate life transitions, find true relief from mental health challenges, and reach their wellness goals. It is my mission to help those I work with experience inner peace, fulfilling lives, and improved relationships.
Sarah Kasten
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and more. If you are looking for a counselor with experience, compassion, and effective skills, then give me a call. I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and create a sense of stability and personal meaning. I utilize a secure video system to provide online counseling sessions to conveniently fit your schedule.
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 10 years of experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and more. If you are looking for a counselor with experience, compassion, and effective skills, then give me a call. I can help you manage difficult circumstances in your life and create a sense of stability and personal meaning. I utilize a secure video system to provide online counseling sessions to conveniently fit your schedule.
Kayla Seitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
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.
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I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, navigating life changes and losses, healing from trauma, and recovering from alcohol/drug problems.
Life can sometimes get out of balance or become outright overwhelming - therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change and personal growth. Working together, I can help you to develop healthier ways of coping with stress, to increase mindfulness and inner calm in your daily life, and to build better relationships - with others and with yourself.
I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, navigating life changes and losses, healing from trauma, and recovering from alcohol/drug problems.
Life can sometimes get out of balance or become outright overwhelming - therapy can be a powerful tool for positive change and personal growth. Working together, I can help you to develop healthier ways of coping with stress, to increase mindfulness and inner calm in your daily life, and to build better relationships - with others and with yourself.
Online Therapists
Christine Newville Gartler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53715
I specialize in the treatment of adults and adolescents for anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, women's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and PTSD.
I established my practice in 2007 following a decade of working as a therapist at Jane Addams' Hull House and Chicago area treatment facilities. My office is highly accessible, comfortable, and conducive to effective therapy. I believe that most people can benefit from an objective outside perspective during difficult or challenging times in their lives. My role is to provide additional support and to assist clients during this time of growth, transition or discovery. I help clients identify and navigate issues, crises and areas that are in need of healing. My approach is insight oriented, client centered, and non-judgmental.
I specialize in the treatment of adults and adolescents for anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, women's issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, and PTSD.
I established my practice in 2007 following a decade of working as a therapist at Jane Addams' Hull House and Chicago area treatment facilities. My office is highly accessible, comfortable, and conducive to effective therapy. I believe that most people can benefit from an objective outside perspective during difficult or challenging times in their lives. My role is to provide additional support and to assist clients during this time of growth, transition or discovery. I help clients identify and navigate issues, crises and areas that are in need of healing. My approach is insight oriented, client centered, and non-judgmental.
Areas of practice include eating disorders, couples, first responders, veterans, depression, anxiety, anger management, pain management, schizophrenia, trauma, substance abuse, perpetrators of domestic violence, and co-occurring disorders.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where my patients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, and where they can develop the skills and tools, they need to thrive Rather than just survive. I understand that each patient is individual and has individual needs. I use a person-centered approach. I am Certified in HeartMath, Moral Reconation Therapy, Trauma Professional Level 2, and EMDR. Now offering Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Areas of practice include eating disorders, couples, first responders, veterans, depression, anxiety, anger management, pain management, schizophrenia, trauma, substance abuse, perpetrators of domestic violence, and co-occurring disorders.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where my patients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, and where they can develop the skills and tools, they need to thrive Rather than just survive. I understand that each patient is individual and has individual needs. I use a person-centered approach. I am Certified in HeartMath, Moral Reconation Therapy, Trauma Professional Level 2, and EMDR. Now offering Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
She utilizes an eclectic approach that draws strategies from dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, trauma focused care, play therapy, and psycho-education to address individual issues across the lifespan and circumstances.
Deseree Nehrkorn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in WI. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and her Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Deseree creates a safe, inclusive space free from judgment or shame to provide quality, strength based treatment. She effectively collaborates with clients to identify their specific goals to empower each person to live their best life.
She utilizes an eclectic approach that draws strategies from dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive therapy, behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, trauma focused care, play therapy, and psycho-education to address individual issues across the lifespan and circumstances.
Deseree Nehrkorn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in WI. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University and her Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Deseree creates a safe, inclusive space free from judgment or shame to provide quality, strength based treatment. She effectively collaborates with clients to identify their specific goals to empower each person to live their best life.
I have over 18 years of experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, abuse, trauma, as well as parenting concerns.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or a challenging relationship that affects your day to day life and overall happiness? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted and unsure of your next step? Do you wonder if life could be better? Sometimes, we need additional support to figure out how to make a change in a positive direction. My priority is to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to feel heard when talking about your personal issues. I am down to earth, real and understanding.
I have over 18 years of experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, abuse, trauma, as well as parenting concerns.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or a challenging relationship that affects your day to day life and overall happiness? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted and unsure of your next step? Do you wonder if life could be better? Sometimes, we need additional support to figure out how to make a change in a positive direction. My priority is to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to feel heard when talking about your personal issues. I am down to earth, real and understanding.
Krista Shabtaie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Waitlist for new clients
Choosing to begin therapy is a brave decision. My supportive and empathic nature will help you to navigate the struggles you may be facing in your family or other relationships, work, school, health or any other area of life, as well as develop solutions to unique and everyday problems. As a therapist, I utilize a collaborative and flexible approach to ensure you are an active part of the process. I believe that humor and lightheartedness are vital in our work together. I specialize in working with prenatal/postpartum mental health issues, mood/anxiety disorders, life transitions, and trauma.
Choosing to begin therapy is a brave decision. My supportive and empathic nature will help you to navigate the struggles you may be facing in your family or other relationships, work, school, health or any other area of life, as well as develop solutions to unique and everyday problems. As a therapist, I utilize a collaborative and flexible approach to ensure you are an active part of the process. I believe that humor and lightheartedness are vital in our work together. I specialize in working with prenatal/postpartum mental health issues, mood/anxiety disorders, life transitions, and trauma.
DBT Center of Wisconsin LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waupaca, WI 54981 (Online Only)
My training includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and DBT Prolonged Exposure trauma therapy.
My name is Holly Erskine and I am a licensed clinical social worker. You have demonstrated a lot of courage by reaching out for help. I am here to offer you a safe space where you can feel heard. I approach psychotherapy using a trauma-informed perspective which means your struggles are understandable based on your life experiences and we can work together to find effective ways to achieve your goals. I am committed to providing empathic and compassionate care so you feel comfortable and free to explore personal change.
My training includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and DBT Prolonged Exposure trauma therapy.
My name is Holly Erskine and I am a licensed clinical social worker. You have demonstrated a lot of courage by reaching out for help. I am here to offer you a safe space where you can feel heard. I approach psychotherapy using a trauma-informed perspective which means your struggles are understandable based on your life experiences and we can work together to find effective ways to achieve your goals. I am committed to providing empathic and compassionate care so you feel comfortable and free to explore personal change.
Forward Healing Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Our approach is solution-focused and strengths-based approach, and we offer advanced modalities such as EMDR, Art Therapy, and Infant Mental Health Therapies that improve efficiency in attachment and trauma recovery.
At Forward Healing Therapy, we believe in empowering you to embrace a brighter, healthier future. Our dedicated team of therapists use evidenced-based, modern techniques such as EMDR, early childhood therapy, and art therapy to support individuals of all ages—from early childhood to adulthood.
Our approach is solution-focused and strengths-based approach, and we offer advanced modalities such as EMDR, Art Therapy, and Infant Mental Health Therapies that improve efficiency in attachment and trauma recovery.
At Forward Healing Therapy, we believe in empowering you to embrace a brighter, healthier future. Our dedicated team of therapists use evidenced-based, modern techniques such as EMDR, early childhood therapy, and art therapy to support individuals of all ages—from early childhood to adulthood.
Life's transitions and conflicts leaving you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling unsupported and weighed down with depression, anxiety, and family struggles? As a therapist, my compassionate and collaborative approach will assist and support you as you cultivate new skills and build hope for the future. I work with adults and adolescents, trauma, relationship difficulties, adult children and parent communication difficulties, life transitions, addictions, and anxiety and depression.
Life's transitions and conflicts leaving you feeling overwhelmed? Feeling unsupported and weighed down with depression, anxiety, and family struggles? As a therapist, my compassionate and collaborative approach will assist and support you as you cultivate new skills and build hope for the future. I work with adults and adolescents, trauma, relationship difficulties, adult children and parent communication difficulties, life transitions, addictions, and anxiety and depression.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) among adolescents and adults.
Do you feel overwhelmed and believe you tried everything to feel better? Do you constantly criticize yourself or have difficulty making decisions? Do you often think about food or your body in a negative way? Do you have strong beliefs that you are not good enough? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, I can help. While struggles are an inevitable part of life, whether it be difficulties parenting, undergoing a traumatic experience, or relationship issues with yourself/food/others, everyone deserves healing. I will help you discover what is keeping you stuck and guide you towards a more meaningful life.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) among adolescents and adults.
Do you feel overwhelmed and believe you tried everything to feel better? Do you constantly criticize yourself or have difficulty making decisions? Do you often think about food or your body in a negative way? Do you have strong beliefs that you are not good enough? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, I can help. While struggles are an inevitable part of life, whether it be difficulties parenting, undergoing a traumatic experience, or relationship issues with yourself/food/others, everyone deserves healing. I will help you discover what is keeping you stuck and guide you towards a more meaningful life.
Dr. M. Brittany Bester
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53719
Bester spends most of her therapeutic focus on trauma-related cases with adults, but also allocates referrals to her team at Wisemind Counseling and Consulting where her colleagues work with a variety of diagnosis' and ages ranging from 7 years old and up.
Dr. Brittany Bester assists clients in realizing and reaching their full potential whether that is in healing from trauma or maximizing your full potential to be successful. She has conducted research and completed her dissertation in psychological impacts of social networking websites and participated in extensive experiences throughout her graduate studies in partial hospitalization programs and day treatment programs for adolescents/young adults and their families.
Bester spends most of her therapeutic focus on trauma-related cases with adults, but also allocates referrals to her team at Wisemind Counseling and Consulting where her colleagues work with a variety of diagnosis' and ages ranging from 7 years old and up.
Dr. Brittany Bester assists clients in realizing and reaching their full potential whether that is in healing from trauma or maximizing your full potential to be successful. She has conducted research and completed her dissertation in psychological impacts of social networking websites and participated in extensive experiences throughout her graduate studies in partial hospitalization programs and day treatment programs for adolescents/young adults and their families.
Calm Water Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monona, WI 53716
My goal is to personalize your care plan and work collaboratively, so you feel supported and heard. I value professionalism and honesty and will work hard for you and with you. I specialize in working with couples who want to strengthen their relationship, reconnect and restore intimacy or work on separating peacefully. I have experience working nuerodivergent individuals and couples. I also often work with individuals who want to work on managing anxiety, depression, moods or are working through life transitions, trauma or grief.
My goal is to personalize your care plan and work collaboratively, so you feel supported and heard. I value professionalism and honesty and will work hard for you and with you. I specialize in working with couples who want to strengthen their relationship, reconnect and restore intimacy or work on separating peacefully. I have experience working nuerodivergent individuals and couples. I also often work with individuals who want to work on managing anxiety, depression, moods or are working through life transitions, trauma or grief.
I have specialized experience and passion working with complex relational trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence.
Starting your therapy journey can be anxiety provoking. I commend you for taking this important step for yourself. I believe that presenting symptoms are adaptive and protective forms of coping that you've likely learned over time. We are influenced and impacted by the systems in which we live like our family systems or systems of oppression. Uncovering root causes to symptoms and gently exploring more into self awareness and understanding of your past and present experiences will be the cornerstone of our time together and you feeling better.
I have specialized experience and passion working with complex relational trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence.
Starting your therapy journey can be anxiety provoking. I commend you for taking this important step for yourself. I believe that presenting symptoms are adaptive and protective forms of coping that you've likely learned over time. We are influenced and impacted by the systems in which we live like our family systems or systems of oppression. Uncovering root causes to symptoms and gently exploring more into self awareness and understanding of your past and present experiences will be the cornerstone of our time together and you feeling better.
If you feel like things could be better, you're probably right. Maybe you're struggling in your relationship — you keep having the same fight, and feel unheard and stuck. (Or you're not fighting, because you're more like roommates than romantic partners.) Or maybe you've always held it together pretty well, but you're finally realizing how anxiety, trauma, or that unkind inner critic has been subtly (and not so subtly) affecting you, keeping you from getting the most out of life. Whether it's been weeks, months, or years, you know don't want want to feel this way forever.
If you feel like things could be better, you're probably right. Maybe you're struggling in your relationship — you keep having the same fight, and feel unheard and stuck. (Or you're not fighting, because you're more like roommates than romantic partners.) Or maybe you've always held it together pretty well, but you're finally realizing how anxiety, trauma, or that unkind inner critic has been subtly (and not so subtly) affecting you, keeping you from getting the most out of life. Whether it's been weeks, months, or years, you know don't want want to feel this way forever.
Jennifer A Nyman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pewaukee, WI 53072
I completed this degree with a focus in Trauma – Informed Care.
The decision to begin therapy can be a difficult one that carries many emotions. I strive to be an open-minded and active listener for clients who find themselves embarking on this experience. I find that a non-judgmental, conversational style of therapy helps clients to feel more comfortable, while allowing them to address the needs that have brought them to this point. As a therapist my goal is to help clients gain a better understanding of their mental health, while providing them with the tools they need in order to cope with the ups and downs of life in the healthiest way possible.
I completed this degree with a focus in Trauma – Informed Care.
The decision to begin therapy can be a difficult one that carries many emotions. I strive to be an open-minded and active listener for clients who find themselves embarking on this experience. I find that a non-judgmental, conversational style of therapy helps clients to feel more comfortable, while allowing them to address the needs that have brought them to this point. As a therapist my goal is to help clients gain a better understanding of their mental health, while providing them with the tools they need in order to cope with the ups and downs of life in the healthiest way possible.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma (using somatic therapies, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting), relational and family issues, sexual issues (individuals and couples), grief and forgiveness, men’s and women’s issues, abuse recovery, existential concerns, ADHD in individuals and relationships, Christian counseling, and more.
I love working with clients who aren't afraid to be curious, or who may still be afraid, but are willing to gently explore those tender places in themselves that keep them stuck and unfulfilled. Anyone who is willing to dip a toe into unfamiliar waters is brave and capable of obtaining the healing and peace they're seeking. I love being a kind and, sometimes, firm guide in this process and am humbled and gratified to walk alongside my clients on this path.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma (using somatic therapies, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting), relational and family issues, sexual issues (individuals and couples), grief and forgiveness, men’s and women’s issues, abuse recovery, existential concerns, ADHD in individuals and relationships, Christian counseling, and more.
I love working with clients who aren't afraid to be curious, or who may still be afraid, but are willing to gently explore those tender places in themselves that keep them stuck and unfulfilled. Anyone who is willing to dip a toe into unfamiliar waters is brave and capable of obtaining the healing and peace they're seeking. I love being a kind and, sometimes, firm guide in this process and am humbled and gratified to walk alongside my clients on this path.
Delaney is a licensed professional counselor- in training and works with children, adolescents, and adults. She received her bachelor's degree from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin-Superior. Delaney has a special interest in working with those who are struggling with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, ADHD and significant life changes.
Delaney is a licensed professional counselor- in training and works with children, adolescents, and adults. She received her bachelor's degree from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and her Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin-Superior. Delaney has a special interest in working with those who are struggling with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, ADHD and significant life changes.
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.