Therapists in North Freedom, WI
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Amy J Daum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
North Freedom, WI 53951 (Online Only)
My ideal client is committed to their personal growth journey and seeks positive change despite facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or stress. They require a safe, judgment-free space to openly express themselves and yearn for validation, understanding, and practical guidance to navigate their emotions and behaviors effectively. They are eager to explore their inner world, understand their core values, establish meaningful connections, and live authentically with purpose and fulfillment. This individual embodies resilience, introspection, and a growth-oriented mindset.
My ideal client is committed to their personal growth journey and seeks positive change despite facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or stress. They require a safe, judgment-free space to openly express themselves and yearn for validation, understanding, and practical guidance to navigate their emotions and behaviors effectively. They are eager to explore their inner world, understand their core values, establish meaningful connections, and live authentically with purpose and fulfillment. This individual embodies resilience, introspection, and a growth-oriented mindset.
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We all have the ability to access an innate sense of safety, resilience and direction. For those of us experiencing anxiety, panic, OCD, or dealing with the remnants of traumatic experiences, it can be difficult to connect with these internal resources. I enjoy working with college students and adults wanting to re-connect with who they are and what’s important to them, especially in the midst of transition and emotional pain. I also enjoy working with veterans, and with people coping with religious trauma.
We all have the ability to access an innate sense of safety, resilience and direction. For those of us experiencing anxiety, panic, OCD, or dealing with the remnants of traumatic experiences, it can be difficult to connect with these internal resources. I enjoy working with college students and adults wanting to re-connect with who they are and what’s important to them, especially in the midst of transition and emotional pain. I also enjoy working with veterans, and with people coping with religious trauma.
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Christine Otiang'a McCasey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Baraboo, WI 53913 (Online Only)
You are an adult who finds yourself avoiding things you previously loved to do; you feel stuck. You cannot seem to plug in with family and friends, and you often lose trust in yourself and your judgment situations so that everything feels heavy and complex, as if there is a right or wrong answer to everything almost always. You want to live a life where you can maneuver the details of your life, a life where anxiety no longer holds you back, where every day feels like a step forward. When life's puzzles seem unsolvable, I will help you find the missing pieces and reveal the bigger picture.
You are an adult who finds yourself avoiding things you previously loved to do; you feel stuck. You cannot seem to plug in with family and friends, and you often lose trust in yourself and your judgment situations so that everything feels heavy and complex, as if there is a right or wrong answer to everything almost always. You want to live a life where you can maneuver the details of your life, a life where anxiety no longer holds you back, where every day feels like a step forward. When life's puzzles seem unsolvable, I will help you find the missing pieces and reveal the bigger picture.
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Reannon Lochner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Baraboo, WI 53913 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life isn't always easy, but you don't have to face things alone. If you feel like life isn't working for you right now, counseling can help. I like to think of it as a short-term process leading to long-term positive change and increased life satisfaction. I am committed to providing my clients with a safe and confidential environment where healing and growth can take place.
Life isn't always easy, but you don't have to face things alone. If you feel like life isn't working for you right now, counseling can help. I like to think of it as a short-term process leading to long-term positive change and increased life satisfaction. I am committed to providing my clients with a safe and confidential environment where healing and growth can take place.
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Sarah S Keyeski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baraboo, WI 53913
To the outside world, you're seen as a pretty together person who's hard-working, accomplished and self-sufficient. When life get's tough, you buck up, soldier on, & "never let 'em see you bleed." You bottle up your pain and keep a tight lid on it. But, behind this exterior, you're actually hanging on by your fingertips. The stress on your shoulders is unbearably heavy & you're overwhelmed, stressed-out, and you feel like you're drowning under the pressure of it all. You're pain is silent, but your suffering is real and it's taking a toll on your health, productivity and your relationships with others.
To the outside world, you're seen as a pretty together person who's hard-working, accomplished and self-sufficient. When life get's tough, you buck up, soldier on, & "never let 'em see you bleed." You bottle up your pain and keep a tight lid on it. But, behind this exterior, you're actually hanging on by your fingertips. The stress on your shoulders is unbearably heavy & you're overwhelmed, stressed-out, and you feel like you're drowning under the pressure of it all. You're pain is silent, but your suffering is real and it's taking a toll on your health, productivity and your relationships with others.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed or struggling to relate with your significant other, spouse, adolescent, child or coworkers? Do you or a family member struggle with the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, or other mental health condition? I have over twenty years of experience helping individuals of all ages and families who were experiencing crisis in their lives or seeking increased fulfillment in their relationships. My education and practice is based on a strong Systems Theory background where all life influences are considered important and significant others are encouraged to participate as part of the therapeutic process.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or struggling to relate with your significant other, spouse, adolescent, child or coworkers? Do you or a family member struggle with the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, or other mental health condition? I have over twenty years of experience helping individuals of all ages and families who were experiencing crisis in their lives or seeking increased fulfillment in their relationships. My education and practice is based on a strong Systems Theory background where all life influences are considered important and significant others are encouraged to participate as part of the therapeutic process.
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Sara McNallie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baraboo, WI 53913
My ideal client is looking to gain insight into their life. They want to improve what they have, work toward goals that are important to them, and is interested in learning about how the relationships they have and had impact them. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are looking to find a new balance in life as they are exploring or actively going through different life transitions.
My ideal client is looking to gain insight into their life. They want to improve what they have, work toward goals that are important to them, and is interested in learning about how the relationships they have and had impact them. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are looking to find a new balance in life as they are exploring or actively going through different life transitions.
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Joseph Weidenbenner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Baraboo, WI 53913
I am a skilled therapist who helps clients manage and overcome life's challenges with a gentle, interactive approach. I work with individuals of all ages and ethnicities, married and pre-married couples, families, individuals and mental disabilities. I have actively counseled since 2003, and has received training in several areas including grief, anxiety and depression. I received a BA in Physical Education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and he received his MA in Community Counseling at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
I am a skilled therapist who helps clients manage and overcome life's challenges with a gentle, interactive approach. I work with individuals of all ages and ethnicities, married and pre-married couples, families, individuals and mental disabilities. I have actively counseled since 2003, and has received training in several areas including grief, anxiety and depression. I received a BA in Physical Education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and he received his MA in Community Counseling at Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Online Therapists
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Kristin H Holub
Licensed Professional Counselor, HS-BCP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beloit, WI 53511
I am a counselor that works with clients to develop and initiate client centered goals while assisting clients with coping skills development. The goal is to help clients develop their best life from an existential perspective helping clients find purpose in life
I am a counselor that works with clients to develop and initiate client centered goals while assisting clients with coping skills development. The goal is to help clients develop their best life from an existential perspective helping clients find purpose in life
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Greg Ullstrom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, SAC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53704 (Online Only)
Whether this is your first time in therapy, or you have been to therapy before, I respect the fact that you are reaching out. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and address your concerns. Prior to the first session I will send you a form to complete, which will ask you several background questions. This will be very helpful as we get to know each other. We will do a preliminary treatment plan, where we will discuss your treatment goals and how you might start achieving them. Of course, feel free to ask any questions you may have. I want us to be a team. Please email me with any questions that you may have.
Whether this is your first time in therapy, or you have been to therapy before, I respect the fact that you are reaching out. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and address your concerns. Prior to the first session I will send you a form to complete, which will ask you several background questions. This will be very helpful as we get to know each other. We will do a preliminary treatment plan, where we will discuss your treatment goals and how you might start achieving them. Of course, feel free to ask any questions you may have. I want us to be a team. Please email me with any questions that you may have.
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Lori Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
East Troy, WI 53120 (Online Only)
Are you feeling like your relationship and/or sex life aren't as fulfilling as they once were? Feeling less drawn to your partner sexually? As a certified sex therapist, I can help. Using an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic theory, attachment theory and mindfulness techniques, I can help couples reconnect and rekindle desire. While a large part of my practice is related to sexual health issues, I also work with individuals and couples on non-sexual relational issues.
Are you feeling like your relationship and/or sex life aren't as fulfilling as they once were? Feeling less drawn to your partner sexually? As a certified sex therapist, I can help. Using an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic theory, attachment theory and mindfulness techniques, I can help couples reconnect and rekindle desire. While a large part of my practice is related to sexual health issues, I also work with individuals and couples on non-sexual relational issues.
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Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having trouble with relationships, and as a result feel misunderstood and alone? Are you in a rut and find it difficult to move forward? You don't have to live this way any longer. You are not alone! I work with people who struggle with these issues and more! Let me be a listening ear and allow me to provide the tools and skills needed to improve the quality of your life. I help my clients to experience a better understanding of their problems and ways of living that lead to peace.
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having trouble with relationships, and as a result feel misunderstood and alone? Are you in a rut and find it difficult to move forward? You don't have to live this way any longer. You are not alone! I work with people who struggle with these issues and more! Let me be a listening ear and allow me to provide the tools and skills needed to improve the quality of your life. I help my clients to experience a better understanding of their problems and ways of living that lead to peace.
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Life can be a series of ups and downs. I believe that learning to find space for both is key to navigating life’s journey. I find true joy in helping individuals navigate the in-between while gaining understanding of the twists and turns. A strong therapeutic relationship is essential to a human beings’ growth and discovery through the therapeutic process. That is about meeting others in the field of honesty and vulnerability, connecting beyond what is said and sharing what is deep within. My goal is to create a safe space where exploration and growth are possible.
Life can be a series of ups and downs. I believe that learning to find space for both is key to navigating life’s journey. I find true joy in helping individuals navigate the in-between while gaining understanding of the twists and turns. A strong therapeutic relationship is essential to a human beings’ growth and discovery through the therapeutic process. That is about meeting others in the field of honesty and vulnerability, connecting beyond what is said and sharing what is deep within. My goal is to create a safe space where exploration and growth are possible.
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Jacqueline Niccolai
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
La Crosse, WI 54601 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Jacqueline Niccolai, LPC, but I go by Jackie. Getting started with therapy is the most important part of bettering your mental health! I specialize in PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, and bipolar disorder. I use a lot of really awesome modalities in therapy that I’ve learned in advanced training helping people overcome their mental health obstacles. I’m looking forward to meeting you! I keep it real. I don’t think a “professional tone” helps clients feel relaxed. I want to meet you right where you are.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Jacqueline Niccolai, LPC, but I go by Jackie. Getting started with therapy is the most important part of bettering your mental health! I specialize in PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, and bipolar disorder. I use a lot of really awesome modalities in therapy that I’ve learned in advanced training helping people overcome their mental health obstacles. I’m looking forward to meeting you! I keep it real. I don’t think a “professional tone” helps clients feel relaxed. I want to meet you right where you are.
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NuLife Family Therapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53189 (Online Only)
You just survived another fight. Feeling unheard, unappreciated and completely worn out? You yearn to have the marriage you were promised on your wedding day. But at this point, you'd be happy to escape with a shred of self-worth. While it feels like divorce makes you look like a failure to family and friends, staying in this loveless marriage is sucking the soul out of you. You know divorce could cost you everything you and your partner built - not to mention what it will do to the kids. The feelings of emptiness and loneliness is overwhelming. You have nothing left to give. Both choices seem like a lose-lose situation.
You just survived another fight. Feeling unheard, unappreciated and completely worn out? You yearn to have the marriage you were promised on your wedding day. But at this point, you'd be happy to escape with a shred of self-worth. While it feels like divorce makes you look like a failure to family and friends, staying in this loveless marriage is sucking the soul out of you. You know divorce could cost you everything you and your partner built - not to mention what it will do to the kids. The feelings of emptiness and loneliness is overwhelming. You have nothing left to give. Both choices seem like a lose-lose situation.
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Brenda Lovick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cambridge, WI 53523
Waitlist for new clients
I appreciate adult clients who want growth and change. They are open to a broad spectrum of human experiences and value honesty and safety as they go deep into their emotional processes. With youth, I appreciate clients who are ready to claim their identities and explore a world that's full of possibilities.
I appreciate adult clients who want growth and change. They are open to a broad spectrum of human experiences and value honesty and safety as they go deep into their emotional processes. With youth, I appreciate clients who are ready to claim their identities and explore a world that's full of possibilities.
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Lydia Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53210 (Online Only)
Content with life? Hurting from broken relationships? Struggling with trust and intimacy? Wonder why life is so hard? Stressed and overwhelmed? Life swirling out of control? Alone in your struggles? Wondering where is God in all of this mess? Welcome to Healing Sanctuary LLC! Lydia provides mental health counseling with a Chrisitan orientation. She works with those struggling to Know God's Love, Find Their True Identity, Love Themselves and Others, Loneliness, Negative Thoughts and Sinful Behaviors, Childhood Wounds and Abuse (Past or Present), Stress and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Depression, and Major Life Transitions.
Content with life? Hurting from broken relationships? Struggling with trust and intimacy? Wonder why life is so hard? Stressed and overwhelmed? Life swirling out of control? Alone in your struggles? Wondering where is God in all of this mess? Welcome to Healing Sanctuary LLC! Lydia provides mental health counseling with a Chrisitan orientation. She works with those struggling to Know God's Love, Find Their True Identity, Love Themselves and Others, Loneliness, Negative Thoughts and Sinful Behaviors, Childhood Wounds and Abuse (Past or Present), Stress and Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Depression, and Major Life Transitions.
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Keisha Christina Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53223
Are you tired of going through life with no real satisfaction or fulfillment? Have your problems begun to impact your quality of life? I want to collaborate with you to help you become the best version of yourself; whatever that may look like for you. I have experience working with an array of populations and want to help you reach your established realistic goals that matter most to you.
Are you tired of going through life with no real satisfaction or fulfillment? Have your problems begun to impact your quality of life? I want to collaborate with you to help you become the best version of yourself; whatever that may look like for you. I have experience working with an array of populations and want to help you reach your established realistic goals that matter most to you.
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Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like your mind is racing? Maybe you find it hard to relax. Perhaps, even everyday tasks feel overwhelming. If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many people can relate and there is hope to feel better. I specialize in helping you connect the dots to discover what's holding you back from living the life you want.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like your mind is racing? Maybe you find it hard to relax. Perhaps, even everyday tasks feel overwhelming. If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many people can relate and there is hope to feel better. I specialize in helping you connect the dots to discover what's holding you back from living the life you want.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in North Freedom, WI
< 10
Therapists in North Freedom, WI who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Addiction |
100% | ADHD |
100% | Grief |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | Other |
How Therapists in North Freedom, WI see their clients
100% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in North Freedom?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.