Teletherapy for Wisconsin

You are incredible at caring for others, but often neglect to care for yourself. Have you ever wondered, "whose life is this and how did I get here?" Every life chapter has its challenges, but that doesn't mean you must suffer, and it certainly doesn't mean you go it alone. I specialize in helping the helpers, healers and those who serve. I guide you to help target the root cause of your problems and barriers, get unstuck, achieve results and experience lasting change. You can recover from trauma, ditch old narratives and begin your next chapter.

Welcome! I am a dedicated and empathetic counselor committed to helping individuals navigate their unique journeys towards mental health and well-being. With a strong foundation in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psycho-dynamic Theory, I am passionate about creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I utilize evidence-based techniques from ACT, CBT, CPT, Mindfulness, etc. in an eclectic approach to adapt to your personal needs. I strive to integrate creative approaches to help you achieve your goals and commit to changes in your life.

Maybe you are a person dealing with the fall-out from divorce or a break-up, or you’re a couple struggling to “speak each other’s language” or be vulnerable with each other. Perhaps you’re a new mom who has experienced a traumatic birth, or feels guilt about being overwhelmed in your new role. Maybe you are a single mom or a stepmother, and you feel lost, frustrated, and a little (or a lot) alone. Maybe there's the nagging question of "Is what I'm experiencing really abuse?" With theory & practice buoying my own life experience of trips, falls, and triumphs, I want to help you shine a light in the dark, so you can find your truth.

New Prospects Counseling Services has been serving children, adults and couples in Milwaukee since 1977. Located on the upper east side of Milwaukee, our office space combines the charm of the old with the convenience of the new for a comfortable and welcoming environment.

I believe that happiness and recovery are possible! Anxiety, depression, PTSD, partner conflict and family issues can make life hard and can make people feel stuck. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to change their lives to have more fulfillment and contentment. I want my clients to not just survive but to thrive. The first step is having the courage to get help. Don't live a unfulfilled life when assistance is available to you. Happiness and hope are possible and it is my goal to assist people to live life to the fullest of their ability.

I work with clients ages 8 and up in a telehealth setting. I have worked with clients with presenting symptoms of ADHD, Autism, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, college students, times of transition and adjustment disorder, family conflict, parenting, peer relationships, stress, self-harm, grief, and loss, and I am an LGBTQ+ ally. We will work as a team to explore your goals and try to achieve them with science-based practices.

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.

I provide therapy services to adults in office, outdoor, and virtual settings. I specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and dissociation or major life transitions. As an option, services can incorporate nature into the psychotherapy setting. Clients who seek services at Samara may have found office-based services to be ineffective or may be curious about trying out therapy in natural settings. Office-based sessions occur in an office located near a botanical garden and large park providing post therapy options. Regardless of your location of choice, Samara will support your journey.

Are you a neurodivergent person or have a child/children needing help? Did you grow up with family members with mental illness? Relationship issues? Would you like to use an amazing modern technique called Brain Spotting to heal from your trauma? These all fall within my specialty, as does helping those with Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. I meet people where they are and adapt to their needs. My patients range in age from 5 to 85, and describe me as kind, funny, and knowledgeable.

Together, we will navigate from where you are now to where you want to be. I'm here to help you achieve your dreams for yourself, or your child, teen, or family. As someone who has engaged in my own healing journey, I understand that the first step takes courage. Do you want a fuller, more vibrant life? Need help adjusting to change? Feel overwhelmed with trauma or grief? Know what you need to do and can't seem to do it? Struggle with depression or anxiety or both? Parents, do you need help for a child with issues related to learning, high-sensitivity, development, behavior, or health? Ask me about my caring, holistic approach.

Your child is having these big, unexpected emotional reactions and/or anxiety, and they've started yelling, hitting, stomping, slamming doors, and are inconsolable. Their reaction seems to be way out of proportion compared to the situation. You try to stay calm, validate their feelings, and use tools to help them calm down, but it just isn't working. These over-the-top emotions leave you feeling frustrated, exhausted, and defeated. You are desperately needing support in helping you and your child understand their emotions and learn how to handle day-to-day life more calmly.

Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical experience, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.

I strive to provide a warm environment where personal growth is optimized. I enjoy helping people live the life they have imagined.

Has your relationship become an angry, sad, or scary place leaving you feeling alone, hurt and discouraged? Are you and your partner feeling lost in conflict cycles you don’t understand and desperately want to change? Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling just like you. I understand how much courage it takes to reach out for help and to let another person get inside your relationship, especially when you are feeling so vulnerable. If you are searching for a safe place to explore what's not working in your relationship, and support in creating solutions, I can help.

My clients seek help for relationship issues that make them feel disconnected, lonely, angry, and powerless to make things change. I start by creating a space for each individual to feel safe and heard. Approaching in a nonjudgmental way, we collaborate to allow their strengths to lead the way out of their darkness and find new ways to accomplish what they want most in life.

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 welcome clients who want to transform difficult personal and relationship challenges into opportunities for richer, more fulfilling lives. Grief, due to death, break-up, estrangement and unresolved anger can be resolved with guidance and support. My professional training, scores of years in practice, and spiritual grounding combine to offer guidance and healing . Specific skills in mindfulness and meditation add depth to our work together.

If you struggle with "spacing out", difficulties concentrating, losing track of time, poor memory, unexplained mood swings, trauma triggers coming out of nowhere, or loved ones telling you that your behavior changes drastically in different situations that you do not remember, I may be able to help. These symptoms can often look like different disorders such as ADHD or Bipolar Disorder. If you have been diagnosed with PTSD in the past, but typical treatment has not been helpful, it may be because you have a dissociative disorder. If dissociation is not addressed directly in therapy, progress will be very limited.

Donnie utilizes a solution-focused and client-centered approach that supports clients in setting and reaching personalized, obtainable goals that improve their overall wellbeing. He also draws on evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to teach clients coping skills and help them develop a better understanding of the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. With almost ten years of clinical practice, Donnie has abundant experience integrating these therapy modalities in a manner best suited to meet the needs of each client.