Relationship Issues Therapists in Wauwatosa, WI

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Melissa Kraemer Smothers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I also believe that the relationship between the client and therapist can be utilized to resolve these difficulties.
I approach therapy with the belief that the individual is more than the difficulties they are currently experiencing. I evaluate what clients want out of therapy, what meaning they make of their current difficulties and how these concerns manifest themselves. I work in a collaborative, strengths-based manner. I understand the desire for immediate relief of the difficulties that brings someone to therapy, while also bringing an openness to exploring the factors that contributed to the development of these difficulties. My approach is predominately psychodynamic, drawing from relational, systems, and gender-sensitive approaches.
I also believe that the relationship between the client and therapist can be utilized to resolve these difficulties.
I approach therapy with the belief that the individual is more than the difficulties they are currently experiencing. I evaluate what clients want out of therapy, what meaning they make of their current difficulties and how these concerns manifest themselves. I work in a collaborative, strengths-based manner. I understand the desire for immediate relief of the difficulties that brings someone to therapy, while also bringing an openness to exploring the factors that contributed to the development of these difficulties. My approach is predominately psychodynamic, drawing from relational, systems, and gender-sensitive approaches.
(414) 622-1476 View (414) 622-1476
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Adam Haggerty
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
As a Multicultural Existentialist Counselor, I offer an open, honest, safe, and authentic space to build understanding, promote healing, and work towards change. I am deeply committed to meeting you where you are, understanding how you got there, and where you want to be in the future without judgment. I believe in every person's inherent agency, and will work alongside you holistically to find a path forward and develop your relationship to yourself. I work with couples, adults and teens of all racial, sexual, gender, and cultural identities in areas like identity, grief, burnout and career, emotional regulation and relationships.
As a Multicultural Existentialist Counselor, I offer an open, honest, safe, and authentic space to build understanding, promote healing, and work towards change. I am deeply committed to meeting you where you are, understanding how you got there, and where you want to be in the future without judgment. I believe in every person's inherent agency, and will work alongside you holistically to find a path forward and develop your relationship to yourself. I work with couples, adults and teens of all racial, sexual, gender, and cultural identities in areas like identity, grief, burnout and career, emotional regulation and relationships.
(414) 604-6455 View (414) 604-6455
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Carli Gurholt
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I am a psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing a variety of concerns including acute and complex trauma, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, coping with chronic and terminal illness, and intimacy, identity, and sexuality. I also have an interest in working with folks in the medical and mental health fields, including doctors, residents, students, and therapists/counselors. Our time together will allow you to know yourself better and lead to change, whether you are seeking immediate symptom relief or longer-term transformation.
I am a psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families experiencing a variety of concerns including acute and complex trauma, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, coping with chronic and terminal illness, and intimacy, identity, and sexuality. I also have an interest in working with folks in the medical and mental health fields, including doctors, residents, students, and therapists/counselors. Our time together will allow you to know yourself better and lead to change, whether you are seeking immediate symptom relief or longer-term transformation.
(262) 846-5148 View (262) 846-5148
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Brad Brown
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53222
I provide trauma-informed and culturally-sensitive care for people navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship concerns, identity formation, self-acceptance, emotional regulation, and daily stressors impacted by interpersonal dynamics and social systems.
Using a person-centered approach, I seek to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to share their struggles and celebrate their strengths.
I provide trauma-informed and culturally-sensitive care for people navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship concerns, identity formation, self-acceptance, emotional regulation, and daily stressors impacted by interpersonal dynamics and social systems.
Using a person-centered approach, I seek to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to share their struggles and celebrate their strengths.
(414) 404-9977 View (414) 404-9977
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Bernadette Mullins Miller, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Issues I specialize in are broad, and range from mood/anxiety disorders, trauma, postpartum/pregnancy conditions, chronic health, relationship issues and divorce related matters including mediation.
My intentions are simple. I work to create the type of therapeutic relationship that clients will need to do the exploring, processing and growing that psychotherapy allows. I've always considered it a great privilege to be allowed into client's lives, and are consistently in awe of one's ability to grow and heal.
Issues I specialize in are broad, and range from mood/anxiety disorders, trauma, postpartum/pregnancy conditions, chronic health, relationship issues and divorce related matters including mediation.
My intentions are simple. I work to create the type of therapeutic relationship that clients will need to do the exploring, processing and growing that psychotherapy allows. I've always considered it a great privilege to be allowed into client's lives, and are consistently in awe of one's ability to grow and heal.
(414) 600-1374 View (414) 600-1374
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Tara Magaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
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.
(262) 355-4588 View (262) 355-4588
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Cindy Vee Milner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53213  (Online Only)
I have been providing therapy for over 30 years, specializing in treating anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, relationship issues and individuals with disabilities. Life provides us with numerous challenges and struggles, however, I have found that we have the ability to create many do-overs during our life-time. Therapy is a great way to create change, learn self-acceptance and heal.
I have been providing therapy for over 30 years, specializing in treating anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, relationship issues and individuals with disabilities. Life provides us with numerous challenges and struggles, however, I have found that we have the ability to create many do-overs during our life-time. Therapy is a great way to create change, learn self-acceptance and heal.
(414) 369-2932 View (414) 369-2932
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Patricia D'Auria
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53210
Feeling that you've done all you can, yet your relationship seems lost in painful confusion and misunderstanding? We all wish for love and understanding, especially with people in our family and close relationships. Unfortunately, we often become entangled in anger and resentment that can be destructive. It feels impossible to break out of such painful patterns. Where do we begin? How will we restore integrity and trust? How will we decrease the likelihood we'll find ourselves in this kind of situation again in the future? Begin with re-establishing trust in yourself and in your ability to love well.
Feeling that you've done all you can, yet your relationship seems lost in painful confusion and misunderstanding? We all wish for love and understanding, especially with people in our family and close relationships. Unfortunately, we often become entangled in anger and resentment that can be destructive. It feels impossible to break out of such painful patterns. Where do we begin? How will we restore integrity and trust? How will we decrease the likelihood we'll find ourselves in this kind of situation again in the future? Begin with re-establishing trust in yourself and in your ability to love well.
(262) 476-4789 View (262) 476-4789
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Steven Fringer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
With deliberate and consistent commitment and teamwork we work toward uncovering the answers awaiting within the client, or, if a couple, within the relationship.
Therapy provides us the opportunity for greater self-discovery and deepened self-understanding. The person I enjoy working with is someone who is genuinely curious about what makes them tick, why they make choices that sink their dreams or sabotage the relationships important to them; but who are also wanting to know their strengths and talents so they can embrace and use them more effectively.
With deliberate and consistent commitment and teamwork we work toward uncovering the answers awaiting within the client, or, if a couple, within the relationship.
Therapy provides us the opportunity for greater self-discovery and deepened self-understanding. The person I enjoy working with is someone who is genuinely curious about what makes them tick, why they make choices that sink their dreams or sabotage the relationships important to them; but who are also wanting to know their strengths and talents so they can embrace and use them more effectively.
(262) 947-4431 View (262) 947-4431
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Mary Elisabeth Bonneson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, BCPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
With focused additional training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Teletherapy, and Christian Counseling, my specialties include: anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, chronic pain/illness, adjustment to life change, loneliness, perfectionism, self-esteem, forgiveness, and relationship concerns.
Let's meet today to give you a fresh start. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience, I help teens and adults with many diverse symptoms and circumstances. Let's identify your strengths and help you move past difficulties toward positive goals. I specialize in using various evidence-based methods integrated with faith-based principles to treat the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. I'll help you learn healthier thinking, improved interpersonal effectiveness, and how to move past self-destructive patterns. Let's bring more joy, unity and peace to you and your family. Let's help you move forward.
With focused additional training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Teletherapy, and Christian Counseling, my specialties include: anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, chronic pain/illness, adjustment to life change, loneliness, perfectionism, self-esteem, forgiveness, and relationship concerns.
Let's meet today to give you a fresh start. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience, I help teens and adults with many diverse symptoms and circumstances. Let's identify your strengths and help you move past difficulties toward positive goals. I specialize in using various evidence-based methods integrated with faith-based principles to treat the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. I'll help you learn healthier thinking, improved interpersonal effectiveness, and how to move past self-destructive patterns. Let's bring more joy, unity and peace to you and your family. Let's help you move forward.
(262) 685-3763 View (262) 685-3763
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Michael P Rospenda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53222
I see individuals and couples working through depression, anxiety, life transition, relationship issues, and substance dependence recovery.
Do you find yourself focusing on past adversities or future concerns? Do you notice that they seem to take you away from making the changes you want for yourself or your relationships? I would like to work with you in determining how to process and work through these challenges while staying in the present moment. I will work collaboratively with you to help you become the best version of yourself while taking into account your life’s circumstances. I bring a warm, empathetic, and energetic approach that fosters a safe environment to put you at ease in order to explore the challenges you face.
I see individuals and couples working through depression, anxiety, life transition, relationship issues, and substance dependence recovery.
Do you find yourself focusing on past adversities or future concerns? Do you notice that they seem to take you away from making the changes you want for yourself or your relationships? I would like to work with you in determining how to process and work through these challenges while staying in the present moment. I will work collaboratively with you to help you become the best version of yourself while taking into account your life’s circumstances. I bring a warm, empathetic, and energetic approach that fosters a safe environment to put you at ease in order to explore the challenges you face.
(262) 592-8960 View (262) 592-8960
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Claudia M Moreno
Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53208
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor and certified hypnotherapist. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, compassion and a willingness to gain new insights. I strive to create an emotionally safe and warm environment promoting trust in the healing process. I utilize a holistic and strengths based-approach and promote collaboration to create a personalized plan of action.
Hello, I am a licensed professional counselor and certified hypnotherapist. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, compassion and a willingness to gain new insights. I strive to create an emotionally safe and warm environment promoting trust in the healing process. I utilize a holistic and strengths based-approach and promote collaboration to create a personalized plan of action.
(262) 278-0229 View (262) 278-0229
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Carrie Peterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53222
Whether you are seeking help with relationship issues, emotional struggles, or life's problems, therapy can provide you with the tools and understanding to find solutions for your problems and relief from emotional pain.
My therapeutic style is a holistic approach of understanding the mind, body, and spirit connection by incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS) strategies when necessary. I foster self-awareness and motivation within my clients, and support emotional understanding, which allow you to manifest growth and change. I am transparent and will appropriately self-disclose to help you through a “stuck” place and gain valuable insight into yourself. My work demonstrates a passion for people and their healing journeys, and I will support you in making a connection with yourself while restoring joy to life’s wonderful gifts.
Whether you are seeking help with relationship issues, emotional struggles, or life's problems, therapy can provide you with the tools and understanding to find solutions for your problems and relief from emotional pain.
My therapeutic style is a holistic approach of understanding the mind, body, and spirit connection by incorporating Internal Family Systems (IFS) strategies when necessary. I foster self-awareness and motivation within my clients, and support emotional understanding, which allow you to manifest growth and change. I am transparent and will appropriately self-disclose to help you through a “stuck” place and gain valuable insight into yourself. My work demonstrates a passion for people and their healing journeys, and I will support you in making a connection with yourself while restoring joy to life’s wonderful gifts.
(414) 310-2178 View (414) 310-2178
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Jacob Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53210
Communication is the cornerstone of a strong relationship, and my goal is to equip you with the tools to express yourselves clearly and genuinely.
Having conversations with your own spouse shouldn't be so hard, but many couples struggle to address their fears, hopes, and deepest yearnings in a way that brings them closer together. This loss of voice leads to unnecessary arguments and frustration. I help couples communicate openly about the things that matter. Together, we can break down the walls that create distance and misunderstanding.
Communication is the cornerstone of a strong relationship, and my goal is to equip you with the tools to express yourselves clearly and genuinely.
Having conversations with your own spouse shouldn't be so hard, but many couples struggle to address their fears, hopes, and deepest yearnings in a way that brings them closer together. This loss of voice leads to unnecessary arguments and frustration. I help couples communicate openly about the things that matter. Together, we can break down the walls that create distance and misunderstanding.
(414) 399-4844 View (414) 399-4844
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New Leaf Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I enjoy working with clients who may feel something is missing in their life, they don’t feel satisfied with where they are at, may feel overwhelmed or stressed, or just can’t exactly pinpoint why they don’t feel they are at their best. Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, conflict, significant life stressors and much more can easily deter us from our goals in life and it takes some work to get us back on track. I believe in self-empowerment and a more holistic approach to overall well-being. With a strong collaborative, strength based, and client-centered approach, I can help you begin the life you deserve.
I enjoy working with clients who may feel something is missing in their life, they don’t feel satisfied with where they are at, may feel overwhelmed or stressed, or just can’t exactly pinpoint why they don’t feel they are at their best. Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, conflict, significant life stressors and much more can easily deter us from our goals in life and it takes some work to get us back on track. I believe in self-empowerment and a more holistic approach to overall well-being. With a strong collaborative, strength based, and client-centered approach, I can help you begin the life you deserve.
(414) 250-7444 View (414) 250-7444
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Joel Winston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
Joel’s uses a wide variety of treatment approaches, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented, and supportive therapy. He specializes in Hypnosis for habit controls (smoking, weight control, panic/anxiety, sleep and pain control. Relationship communication treatment (couples counseling, family therapy, separation/divorce and court relates requirements).
(262) 233-9496 View (262) 233-9496
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Heidi Hemling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226  (Online Only)
I believe in an integrative approach to counseling; focusing on bio-psycho-social and strengths-based models while seeking to understand clients through a trauma-sensitive lens. I value each client's journey and work to develop a relationship based upon trust and connection.
I believe in an integrative approach to counseling; focusing on bio-psycho-social and strengths-based models while seeking to understand clients through a trauma-sensitive lens. I value each client's journey and work to develop a relationship based upon trust and connection.
(262) 404-3836 View (262) 404-3836
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Madisen Stoler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I support clients facing life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, challenges with emotions and communication, and questions around sense of self.
As a clinician, I am committed to helping people process the many pieces of themselves. Therapy is a place to grow and heal, which can feel painful, magical, and everything in between. I will be there with you through all parts of the change process, offering warmth, teamwork, and invitations to practice new ways of being. Our work together may include shedding unhelpful patterns, building a life of meaning and purpose, and practicing better ways of regulating emotions, making decisions, and communicating. My own commitment to continual growth as a person and practitioner allows me to better show up as your collaborator.
I support clients facing life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, challenges with emotions and communication, and questions around sense of self.
As a clinician, I am committed to helping people process the many pieces of themselves. Therapy is a place to grow and heal, which can feel painful, magical, and everything in between. I will be there with you through all parts of the change process, offering warmth, teamwork, and invitations to practice new ways of being. Our work together may include shedding unhelpful patterns, building a life of meaning and purpose, and practicing better ways of regulating emotions, making decisions, and communicating. My own commitment to continual growth as a person and practitioner allows me to better show up as your collaborator.
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Susan Doerflinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Are you depressed, anxious, or stuck? Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, weight or your relationship with food?Are you looking for a therapist who is caring, supportive and accepting? I am an experienced psychotherapist who works with adults ages 18-70. My areas of interest include depression/mood disorders, addictions, anxiety, emotional eating/weight loss, grief, self-esteem, and women's issues. I consider it an honor and a privilege to help empower clients to make positive changes in their lives.
Are you depressed, anxious, or stuck? Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, weight or your relationship with food?Are you looking for a therapist who is caring, supportive and accepting? I am an experienced psychotherapist who works with adults ages 18-70. My areas of interest include depression/mood disorders, addictions, anxiety, emotional eating/weight loss, grief, self-esteem, and women's issues. I consider it an honor and a privilege to help empower clients to make positive changes in their lives.
(414) 509-0117 View (414) 509-0117
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Callie Barfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Social conditions teach us that pleasure must be "earned", & that our worth is directly linked to our productivity. I am passionate about collaborating with individuals looking to find joy by identifying barriers to pleasure & rest, & developing a deeper understanding of beliefs that contribute to our own discomfort with pleasure. I specialize in working with ADHD/AuDHD & LGBTQIA adults, new parents, & individuals & couples navigating non-traditional relationships (polyamory & kink) & other relationship issues.
Social conditions teach us that pleasure must be "earned", & that our worth is directly linked to our productivity. I am passionate about collaborating with individuals looking to find joy by identifying barriers to pleasure & rest, & developing a deeper understanding of beliefs that contribute to our own discomfort with pleasure. I specialize in working with ADHD/AuDHD & LGBTQIA adults, new parents, & individuals & couples navigating non-traditional relationships (polyamory & kink) & other relationship issues.
(262) 205-7705 View (262) 205-7705
Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.



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