Teletherapy for Waukesha, WI
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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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Stephanie Hein
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Waukesha, WI 53188
You found yourself in a cycle of feeling stuck and overwhelmed while continuing to run around with a never ending list of demands; it can feel like there’s no out. Feeling unsure of what to do, but knowing there is more to life can be an exhausting place to be. This can impact not only our emotional well-being, but also our physical health if acting in a way that we’re not valuable enough to care for. You deserve to have a healthy self-relationship again, which begins to shift other areas of life into alignment.
You found yourself in a cycle of feeling stuck and overwhelmed while continuing to run around with a never ending list of demands; it can feel like there’s no out. Feeling unsure of what to do, but knowing there is more to life can be an exhausting place to be. This can impact not only our emotional well-being, but also our physical health if acting in a way that we’re not valuable enough to care for. You deserve to have a healthy self-relationship again, which begins to shift other areas of life into alignment.
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Stephanie Mayberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Waukesha, WI 53189 (Online Only)
Do worried thoughts consume your mind and make day-to-day difficult? Are your worries creating a ton of self- doubt and constantly holding you back from things you want to do? You know things can't continue on like this, but you feel stuck. I'm glad you're here! I specialize in treating late teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, over-thinking or people pleasing. I will work with you to create individualized goals that are unique to your needs. I will teach you the tools you need to get relief and feel whole again!
Do worried thoughts consume your mind and make day-to-day difficult? Are your worries creating a ton of self- doubt and constantly holding you back from things you want to do? You know things can't continue on like this, but you feel stuck. I'm glad you're here! I specialize in treating late teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, over-thinking or people pleasing. I will work with you to create individualized goals that are unique to your needs. I will teach you the tools you need to get relief and feel whole again!
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Patrice Flanagan-Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53188
You feel like you have some insight into yourself but aren't sure how to take your own advice. People come to you with concerns and you can be so kind and caring but can't do that for yourself. Feelings of anxiety, of never being good enough, are affecting the way you see yourself , your relationships with family and friends and you feel blocked. It's taking a toll on you, and you know this isn't the way you want to live anymore.
You feel like you have some insight into yourself but aren't sure how to take your own advice. People come to you with concerns and you can be so kind and caring but can't do that for yourself. Feelings of anxiety, of never being good enough, are affecting the way you see yourself , your relationships with family and friends and you feel blocked. It's taking a toll on you, and you know this isn't the way you want to live anymore.
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Has a recent loss turned your life upside down? Losing a loved one can make you feel empty and not like yourself. Family and friends try to help, but statements like "you'll get over it' and "it is time to move on" can be hurtful and insensitive. Coping with loss is a lifetime process that is never completely overcome. Our task to help you find ways to stay connected with their essence rather than find closure. Seeking guidance from a licensed therapist can help you regain life balance at school, home, and work.
Has a recent loss turned your life upside down? Losing a loved one can make you feel empty and not like yourself. Family and friends try to help, but statements like "you'll get over it' and "it is time to move on" can be hurtful and insensitive. Coping with loss is a lifetime process that is never completely overcome. Our task to help you find ways to stay connected with their essence rather than find closure. Seeking guidance from a licensed therapist can help you regain life balance at school, home, and work.
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Meghan Ludowissi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53188
Feeling stressed, anxious, or struggling with substance use? Let's work together! I have master's in clinical mental health counseling and specialized training in CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapies and have been a licensed professional counselor (LPC) since 2016. Experienced in treating adults with substance use, stress, self- esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and bipolar disorders.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or struggling with substance use? Let's work together! I have master's in clinical mental health counseling and specialized training in CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapies and have been a licensed professional counselor (LPC) since 2016. Experienced in treating adults with substance use, stress, self- esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and bipolar disorders.
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Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Waukesha understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
Our network of online and in-person therapists work with individuals, couples, and families.
Accepting new patients! Whether you are new to therapy or looking to start again, Great Lakes Psychology Group - Waukesha understands that starting therapy can be overwhelming. That’s why we simplified the process with Find My Therapist. Get started by telling us about yourself, your location, and your insurance. Once you find your best-fit therapist, pick a time that works for you and book an appointment instantly through their calendar. Find My Therapist aims to make your journey as stress-free as possible, so you can start feeling better sooner.
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We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body.
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Melissa Manganello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53188
You're feeling anxious, overwhelmed or maybe even fearful of the future. All you've been wanting is to feel understood and validated by those around you. You remember times when you've felt better, more yourself, but now you just feel so disconnected. Going through challenges like these can feel really isolating, but you do not need to go it alone. Connecting with a therapist can be a great way to start your healing journey. My favorite part of being a therapist is having the opportunity to sit across from someone and help them feel seen, valued and understood, while also offering day to day tools to help them feel better.
You're feeling anxious, overwhelmed or maybe even fearful of the future. All you've been wanting is to feel understood and validated by those around you. You remember times when you've felt better, more yourself, but now you just feel so disconnected. Going through challenges like these can feel really isolating, but you do not need to go it alone. Connecting with a therapist can be a great way to start your healing journey. My favorite part of being a therapist is having the opportunity to sit across from someone and help them feel seen, valued and understood, while also offering day to day tools to help them feel better.
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I have immediate openings for new clients. I attempt to schedule all initial appointments within 5 business days. I provide in-office visits or secure HIPAA compliant messaging and video sessions, automatic email, text appointment reminders and secure online document signing. If you feel like your life is out of your control or relationships are becoming more difficult - I can help. Please call or email me to schedule an appointment.
I have immediate openings for new clients. I attempt to schedule all initial appointments within 5 business days. I provide in-office visits or secure HIPAA compliant messaging and video sessions, automatic email, text appointment reminders and secure online document signing. If you feel like your life is out of your control or relationships are becoming more difficult - I can help. Please call or email me to schedule an appointment.
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My personal and professional mission is to be there so that no one has to struggle alone. I feel passionate about offering clients the opportunity to feel seen, understood, and valued, and I always work to meet my clients where they're at in their journey. I believe that all of my clients already possess the capacities necessary for growth, they just might need a little help to recognize and learn how to draw upon their personal strengths. I'm here to walk alongside you as you explore your goals and values, and ultimately work to build a more fulfilling life.
My personal and professional mission is to be there so that no one has to struggle alone. I feel passionate about offering clients the opportunity to feel seen, understood, and valued, and I always work to meet my clients where they're at in their journey. I believe that all of my clients already possess the capacities necessary for growth, they just might need a little help to recognize and learn how to draw upon their personal strengths. I'm here to walk alongside you as you explore your goals and values, and ultimately work to build a more fulfilling life.
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My approach to counseling is warm and accepting. I am here to help you feel stronger, more empowered, and more capable. I believe the success in this comes from us building a strong trusting relationship and approaching all issues from a compassionate and nonjudgemental stance.
My approach to counseling is warm and accepting. I am here to help you feel stronger, more empowered, and more capable. I believe the success in this comes from us building a strong trusting relationship and approaching all issues from a compassionate and nonjudgemental stance.
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Anna Kraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SAC-IT, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Waukesha, WI 53188
As you’re walking along your path, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. There are often different forks in the road, rough patches, and noises behind you demanding your attention, which make it difficult to continue forward. I’m here to help teenagers and adults seeking to improve their wellness and develop a better understanding of their path. As a queer person, I also know the stressors of navigating a cis-het normative culture. For Trans and gender expansive folx, I use informed consent and self-determination models.
As you’re walking along your path, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed, lost, or stuck. There are often different forks in the road, rough patches, and noises behind you demanding your attention, which make it difficult to continue forward. I’m here to help teenagers and adults seeking to improve their wellness and develop a better understanding of their path. As a queer person, I also know the stressors of navigating a cis-het normative culture. For Trans and gender expansive folx, I use informed consent and self-determination models.
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Veronica Sosa Ms Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PPS, LPC
Verified Verified
Waukesha, WI 53188 (Online Only)
Founder and CEO of LifeStriders. Clinical Supervisor for over 15 years, DEI certified. I am experienced in: Abuse & Trauma, Anger Management, ADD/ADHD, Children/Teen Issues,Career Counseling/Job Loss,Couples/Marriage & Relationship Enhancement,Depression, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Domestic Violence,Parenting & Constructive Discipline,Grief,Low Self Esteem,Parenting Children with Special Needs, Reactive Attachment Disorder/Adoption,School Issues/ Behavior Problems/ IEP's, Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, PTSD, Social Anxiety,Stress Management,Veterans Post-War Anxiety/Depression & Re-adjustment. DE&I certified
Founder and CEO of LifeStriders. Clinical Supervisor for over 15 years, DEI certified. I am experienced in: Abuse & Trauma, Anger Management, ADD/ADHD, Children/Teen Issues,Career Counseling/Job Loss,Couples/Marriage & Relationship Enhancement,Depression, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Domestic Violence,Parenting & Constructive Discipline,Grief,Low Self Esteem,Parenting Children with Special Needs, Reactive Attachment Disorder/Adoption,School Issues/ Behavior Problems/ IEP's, Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, PTSD, Social Anxiety,Stress Management,Veterans Post-War Anxiety/Depression & Re-adjustment. DE&I certified
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Andrea is an experienced well-rounded therapist who believes that each client is unique and can tailor therapy to individual needs using a variety of evidenced-based techniques. Andrea is a firm believer that although talk inspires change, changes in behavior need to happen in our lives to create the positive change we seek.
Andrea is an experienced well-rounded therapist who believes that each client is unique and can tailor therapy to individual needs using a variety of evidenced-based techniques. Andrea is a firm believer that although talk inspires change, changes in behavior need to happen in our lives to create the positive change we seek.
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Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to support yourself and your child through challenging behaviors or traumatic experiences? As a therapist specializing in infants, young children, and families, I understand the complexities youre feeling. I offer individual and joint therapy sessions for both children and caregivers. We focus on improving your child's mood, behavior, learning, and symptoms. For you, we can work on enhancing your mood, reducing parenting stress, trauma, anxiety, depression and finding yourself again! By exploring the all the dynamics, I will work to empower you to feel confident again.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to support yourself and your child through challenging behaviors or traumatic experiences? As a therapist specializing in infants, young children, and families, I understand the complexities youre feeling. I offer individual and joint therapy sessions for both children and caregivers. We focus on improving your child's mood, behavior, learning, and symptoms. For you, we can work on enhancing your mood, reducing parenting stress, trauma, anxiety, depression and finding yourself again! By exploring the all the dynamics, I will work to empower you to feel confident again.
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Serenity Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SAC-IT, MS
Verified Verified
Waukesha, WI 53188
Client problems come in all shapes and sizes, with all kinds of different life experiences and reasons and needs. Problems are common in the world, and it is hard to shoulder the responsibilities set on our shoulders. It can feel lonely with the burden that people carry, and it seems reasonable to find ways to meet needs that are not being met. Sometimes these can be unhealthy habits that just cause more problems. Sometimes, it leads to a build up of pressure until everything is overwhelming and out of control. It disrupts our Serenity, and building this back up sometimes needs a helper.
Client problems come in all shapes and sizes, with all kinds of different life experiences and reasons and needs. Problems are common in the world, and it is hard to shoulder the responsibilities set on our shoulders. It can feel lonely with the burden that people carry, and it seems reasonable to find ways to meet needs that are not being met. Sometimes these can be unhealthy habits that just cause more problems. Sometimes, it leads to a build up of pressure until everything is overwhelming and out of control. It disrupts our Serenity, and building this back up sometimes needs a helper.
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As a dually licensed clinical therapist, my practice focuses on substance abuse and/or dual diagnosis (mental health concerns co-occurring with substance abuse). With extensive experience facilitating relapse prevention group therapy, I incorporate important topics to assist individuals with the recovery process. Some of which include identification of triggers, utilization of coping strategies, and development of relapse prevention plans. Additionally, I work with individuals who are solely seeking mental health treatment for issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, and/or stress disorders.
As a dually licensed clinical therapist, my practice focuses on substance abuse and/or dual diagnosis (mental health concerns co-occurring with substance abuse). With extensive experience facilitating relapse prevention group therapy, I incorporate important topics to assist individuals with the recovery process. Some of which include identification of triggers, utilization of coping strategies, and development of relapse prevention plans. Additionally, I work with individuals who are solely seeking mental health treatment for issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, and/or stress disorders.
Lisa McLean is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in the field for over 30 years in a variety of settings. Lisa s approach to psychotherapy is client-centered and eclectic based on the client s needs and goals of therapy. Lisa provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults with an emphasis on treating anxiety and mood disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, suicide risk and prevention, trauma and life transitions.
Lisa McLean is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in the field for over 30 years in a variety of settings. Lisa s approach to psychotherapy is client-centered and eclectic based on the client s needs and goals of therapy. Lisa provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults with an emphasis on treating anxiety and mood disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, suicide risk and prevention, trauma and life transitions.
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I care deeply for the work and the people I have the privilege to connect with and care for. I especially enjoy working with younger folks and couples. Young people today are surrounded by a lot of complex and unique generational issues including rapid technological development, attentional drains, social isolation, reduced financial opportunities, and political uncertainty. Truly this is a difficult time to be a young person. This is also a difficult time to forge meaningful connections with others. But difficult does not mean impossible.
I care deeply for the work and the people I have the privilege to connect with and care for. I especially enjoy working with younger folks and couples. Young people today are surrounded by a lot of complex and unique generational issues including rapid technological development, attentional drains, social isolation, reduced financial opportunities, and political uncertainty. Truly this is a difficult time to be a young person. This is also a difficult time to forge meaningful connections with others. But difficult does not mean impossible.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.