I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with experience supporting adolescents, adults, older adults, and families through a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. I believe healing happens when people feel safe, seen, and supported in exploring their experiences without judgment. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, caregiver burnout, chronic health conditions, grief and loss, family conflict, and major life transitions. I also have experience providing therapeutic services within restorative justice settings, supporting young adults in exploring the circumstances and experiences that have shaped their responses while building healthier coping strategies and pathways forward.

I strive to create a safe space to explore your emotions, feel aligned with the world around you, and develop tools you need to thrive in all aspects of life. My clients will tell you I bring warmth and respect for diversity and identity into our sessions. I am passionate about empowering others as they embrace their authentic selves while navigating life's complexities.

Therapy should feel like a collaborative space for growth and rooted in the belief that you are the expert in your lived experiences. I try to show up as a real person as well as a therapist; curious and direct: not ignoring how the world and culture, systems and socioeconomic factors play a role in our lives. I work to prioritize care that is person centered, evidence-based, and compassion focused. Training and experience in EMDR , CBT and DBT informed therapy, ERP, attachment focused care, acceptance and commitment therapy. I don't lead with how you might fit or not fit into a diagnostic box. I hope you'll show up in a therapy space as your whole self. I understand that life can lead us in directions we didn't see coming, and how much strength it can take to change course and try to find ourselves again. ******If you're looking for earlier morning , Friday, or evening hours- there are openings at those times: so that you can balance your life and still find time for some self care******

You may be functioning on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck on the inside. I work with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, chronic pain, process addiction, and relationship challenges who are seeking not just symptom relief, but a more meaningful and authentic way of living. My approach is holistic, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. I strive to create a safe, trusting, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences openly, deepen self-understanding, and move toward lasting change. I believe healing is not only about reducing distress, but about creating the freedom to live a life that feels aligned, connected, and true to who you are. I integrate evidence-based approaches with mindfulness and somatic (body-based) practices to support awareness of the connection between thoughts, emotions, and the nervous system. Together, we build on your strengths, increase emotional resilience, and support you in living more fully in alignment with your values and what matters most to you. I also offer EFT-informed couples therapy and enjoy supporting partners in strengthening connection, improving communication, and navigating challenges with greater understanding and compassion. I have completed specialized training in EMDR, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Gottman Method (Level One), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

Hello, and welcome! My name is Amber Stewart, and I’m a licensed professional counselor (LPC) out of Western Pennsylvania; I'm also licensed in Wisconsin. I specialize in anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and trauma. I want to help you go from just tolerating the symptoms of your anxiety, depression, or trauma to living fully in the present and having a healthy relationship with yourself. You deserve to live the life you envision for yourself, and I want to help you do that by exploring the areas you’re struggling with, teaching you ways to cope, and reducing the impact that these symptoms have on your life by addressing them at their core. I believe that underlying most (if not all) mental health concerns is some kind of trauma – and, there are many studies that support my belief that trauma is connected to depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns. I invite you to learn more about my approaches to therapy, trauma, and trauma therapy by visiting my website: (www.everystepforward.com). And, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

Hello! My name is Tia Carlson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed School Psychologist. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults. I became aware of my calling while in middle school. Since that time, I have devoted myself to the study of psychology, human development and helping others. I believe that everyone needs help and support at some point in their lifetime. I hope that I am able to be the support that you need in efforts to help you live your best life.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I work with individuals ages 3 and up. I specialize in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also enjoy working with children and their caregivers to help children be more successful in school and their households be more harmonious. As a parent myself, I understand the daily juggling act and the joys that come with family life. I would be honored to support you, your child, or your family through the ups and downs of life's journey.

Throughout my career, I have provided services to a myriad of clients, including those who have experienced trauma. I have worked with individuals of all ages and consider myself a generalist. I have sought out training in many modalities, including EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic, and Attachment Based, just to name a few. I also have sought out training in addressing grief as well as experiencing significant loss in my own life.

I have been involved in the industry since 2017, beginning with an internship at a school-based counseling program in Milwaukee. During this period, I developed skills in advocacy and adaptability to meet client needs. In 2023, feeling exhausted from frequent school transitions, I commenced my doctoral studies in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior (currently ongoing) and enrolled in an adult developmental course. I became deeply interested in the subject matter and decided to transition from school-based services to providing telehealth support for adults. While I continue to work with children, my primary focus has shifted toward adult clients. My preferred aspect of this role is the opportunity to serve clients across Wisconsin in the comfort of their homes. My hobbies are playing and watching softball, watching BananaBall, reading, and crafting.

Hi, I’m Dr. DeAnna (Dee) Brookhart. If you’re here, chances are life feels heavier than it should. Maybe stress won’t let up, anxiety keeps you on edge, or sadness has dulled your energy. Perhaps your relationship feels strained, or addiction has taken more space than you want it to. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to carry it by yourself. I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, Wisconsin and Utah, and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with nearly 30 years of experience. Over the years, I’ve supported individuals, couples, and families through struggles like anxiety, depression, addiction, marital or couples issues, workplace trauma, and the challenges of blended family life. I also work with clients navigating personality struggles or the lasting effects of stress and trauma. My approach is warm and collaborative. We’ll clarify what matters most to you, set realistic goals, and work at a pace that feels safe. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies — always adapted to your needs. Sessions with me often include open conversation, practical coping tools, encouragement, and sometimes even humor when it helps ease the weight. I see healing as holistic. That means looking at not only your thoughts and emotions, but also how stress shows up in your body, how you connect with others, and how your daily habits shape your well-being. I work best with adults and couples ready to make changes, even if they’re not sure where to start. Outside the office, I love cooking, reading, traveling to the beach, and spending time with my family. I have ADORABLE grandkids! And of course Charlie, my Golden Retriever. If you’re ready to feel lighter, find clarity, and rebuild what matters most, I’d be honored to walk that path with you.

Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them cope. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals. With a healthy balance of listening, guiding, and even learning, I take pride in using my own experience and resources to help people really start off on the right foot on that path. Whether you, or someone you know struggles with something like anxiety, or simply wants a different outlook on their life, it’s something to work through together, and by setting up an intake, we can get started.

Hello, my name is Jacob. I am a psychotherapist, substance abuse counselor, and educator in Wisconsin. I work with students dealing with anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, and academic stress. Many are navigating neurodivergence in different areas of life. We often start by slowing things down and focusing on how here and now experiences connect to larger patterns. With careful listening, thoughts become clearer and more manageable. We build a strong, authentic connection so you can show up as yourself. My work includes EMDR, existential approaches, and other evidence-based practices. An authentic connection can help remove the masks that limit insight into life’s challenges. No topic is too large or small. I am excited to start this journey with you.

My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, incorporating techniques from CBT, attachment-based therapy, play-based interventions, mindfulness, and emotional regulation skill-building. I work with children and adults experiencing anxiety, behavioral challenges, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem concerns, social difficulties, trauma-related experiences, and life transitions. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based therapy approach used to help individuals process distressing experiences, trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming emotions in a safe and supportive way. EMDR helps the brain reprocess difficult memories so they feel less emotionally overwhelming and disruptive in daily life. My goal is to help children and adults feel empowered, understood, and capable of navigating life with greater confidence, healing, and emotional well-being.

Hello! My name is Laura Lininger, LCSW. I attended Indiana University and got my BA in Psychology and then moved on to Tulane University in NOLA for my Masters in Social Work. I have worked for many years doing child and adolescent therapy and then later added working with adults to the services I provide. I believe my child and adolescent therapy background has been a great foundation for working with adults who are dealing with childhood trauma or family of origin issues. As for treatment approaches, I use Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. I also include a lot of mindfulness practice in my work with clients. I am proud to provide a safe environment for all races, genders, religions, and clients from the LGBTQ community.

"Healing is possible, even when it feels far away." I'm Liz, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with adults navigating trauma and PTSD. Many of the people I work with are used to carrying a lot on their own. You may be the person others depend on—the one who keeps going, gets things done, and rarely lets anyone see how much you're struggling. On the outside, you may look like you're managing. On the inside, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode. You might find yourself overthinking, staying constantly busy, feeling on edge, struggling to slow down, or wondering why certain patterns keep showing up in your relationships and daily life. Often, these responses developed for a reason. They helped you cope with difficult experiences and get through what you had to get through. Trauma isn't just something that happened in the past. It can affect how safe you feel in the world, how you relate to others, and how you see yourself. It can leave you feeling disconnected from your emotions, your body, or the person you want to be. I provide a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed space where we can explore these experiences at a pace that feels manageable. My approach is relational and collaborative. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we'll work together to understand the patterns that have been keeping you stuck, process past experiences, build coping tools that actually fit your life, and strengthen your connection to yourself. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, more connected, and more able to move through life with a greater sense of choice, confidence, and self-understanding. Healing looks different for everyone, and we'll work together to find what that looks like for you.

Hello - My name is Fidela E. Hinojosa, and I am a Bilingual (English/Spanish), Trauma-Focused, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas. I was born and raised in the Lower Rio Grande Valley next to the US/Mexico border and 22 minutes away from South Padre Island. I earned my first master’s degree in Education from the University of Texas which facilitated working in the public education system with a specialization in Autism, ADHD, Addictions, Grief, trauma, behavioral and anger management including children in juvenile justice for 35 years. Subsequently earning a second master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in practice with Hispanic children and families from Our Lady of the Lake University which facilitated working with unaccompanied minors from Central America (Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, etc.) with specialized experience in complex trauma, complex PTSD, physical/sexual/emotional abuse, pregnancy, sex, and labor trafficking along with maladaptive behaviors (substance use, suicide ideations, self-harm, body dysphoria, and eating disorders) for the past 9 years. I have clinical experience working within the individual, group, and family structures, adults, veterans, couples and children ages 5-17.

Heather Hodorowski is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified - Music Therapist that brings over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults working through mental health issues. Heather takes a strength-based, client centered approach to therapy that allows the client to make therapeutic change and ultimately be their best selves. Heather's most recent work has focused on working with children and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, grief, suicidality, and crisis. Heather specializes in working with individuals with suicidal ideation and suicidality. Heather is trained in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality framework, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

I’m a dually licensed therapist with over eight years of experience in mental health and substance use counseling, but more than anything, I’m just a real person who cares deeply about the people I work with. I help clients make sense of what they’re going through, heal from what’s been heavy, and figure out how to move forward in a way that actually feels good and meaningful to them. My style is warm, honest, trauma-informed, and grounded in tools that truly work—without it ever feeling cold or clinical. I’m really glad you’re here. You don’t have to do this alone.

Results-oriented professional with over several years of experience providing quality care and social services in residential and Customer Service settings. Skilled at working with diverse populations, implementing program procedures, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve successful outcomes. Dedicated and compassionate about advocating for and building relationships with clients, colleagues, and community partners as they relate to their social environment and improving their quality of life. I specialize in helping individuals experiencing addictive behaviors, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and difficulties with emotional regulation. Whether you are early in the change process or working to maintain progress, I provide a supportive, structured, and practical approach to growth and recovery

Welcome! I'm Violet Wurtzberger. First, please take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and many more. I believe you are the expert in yourself and I there to assist in this process. I see therapy like you are driving the car and I am in the passenger seat riding copilot offering new tools, organizing the tools you already have and providing a different perspective. More than any modality of therapy the success therapy is dependent on how you, the client, feel in the relationship with your therapist. It is not something to tough out and I encourage you to work with someone you feel you connect with, can be open and honest with.

Asking for help can be uncomfortable and anxiety inducing. That is absolutely okay. Some of the hardest feelings and conversations are the most important ones. My experience in the field has provided me with the opportunity to provides services to individuals of all different backgrounds, experiences, and struggles. Also, I have worked with victims and offenders of violence. Therefore, I often work with those who have experienced trauma (past or present), managing day to day needs, coping skills, conflicts, relationships, and life transitions. I have connections with a number of other providers, therefore if I am not a fit for you or if you have close family that is interested in services, I am happy to connect. My work also includes providing expert witness services for domestic violence cases in Wisconsin.

Starting therapy is an act of self-care and bravery. I’m here to support you every step of the way. I specialize in helping women heal and reconnect with themselves through a holistic approach. I provide a safe, affirming space for openness and growth, walking beside you with compassion and authenticity as we co-pilot your healing journey. My approach is compassionate & collaborative, using a holistic, trauma-informed lens. I help you process painful memories, build coping skills, and gain clarity. Drawing from EMDR, Part Works, & Somatic Experiencing to support nervous system regulation and emotional healing.

Hi, I’m Kristen Rose, LCSW. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and relationship challenges through a supportive and structured approach. My style is warm, practical, and collaborative as I blend evidence-based techniques like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and attachment-based therapy to provide both insight and real-life tools. I believe therapy should feel both safe and purposeful, offering space to heal while also equipping you with skills to create meaningful change.

As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective services tailored to individuals of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds, spanning from childhood to adulthood. With over a decade of experience, I bring extensive expertise in various evidence-based modalities including DBT, CBT, mindfulness practices, and EMDR. My dedication to continuous learning ensures that I remain at the forefront of advancements in the field, allowing me to provide the highest quality care.

What would it feel like to be heard, to know that you are valued and cared about and to believe that there is real hope for your future? Are you struggling, anxious, grieving, overwhelmed? You are not alone. Life is really hard right now. You deserve self care and support. Difficult and painful experiences can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others. As both a Wisconsin and Florida licensed mental health counselor (LPC, LMHC), I offer you a safe place to talk about and explore all those concerns.

Hello, I’m Pahoua. Welcome! In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it is incredibly easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant pressure to keep everything together. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or burnout, I want you to know that you don't have to carry it all alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin, I am here to provide the compassionate, practical support you need to navigate life's challenges. *Real-World Experience for Real-World Challenges* I bring a unique perspective to my counseling practice. With over 25 years of experience owning and operating my own business, combined with the beautifully complex responsibilities of motherhood, I intimately understand what it feels like to juggle multiple demanding roles and heavy expectations. I use this real-world experience to help professionals and busy individuals: * **Navigate High Stress: ** Deconstruct the pressure points in your daily life. * **Prevent & Recover from Burnout: ** Identify the warning signs and implement sustainable boundaries. * **Build Work-Life Balance: ** Create a healthier, more fulfilling harmony between your career and personal life. ### My Therapeutic Approach My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can let your guard down. Our work together will be collaborative, focused on helping you gain deep self-awareness, develop practical coping strategies, and make meaningful changes. I value accountability, insight, and sustainable growth. Together, we will work at your pace to help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered to live a life that feels truly fulfilling. Whenever you're ready, I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward wellness. **Let's take that first step together. **

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained. Many of the people I support are navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD-related overwhelm, identity concerns, or relationship stress. My approach is supportive, practical, and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain clarity, better understand your emotional patterns, and build coping skills you can use in your everyday life. Therapy with me is not about rushing change or having all the answers right away. Sessions are paced to meet you where you are and are focused on steady, meaningful progress over time. My goal is to create a calm and supportive space where you can feel understood while working toward changes that feel realistic and sustainable.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin and LPCC in Minnesota with over 9 years of experience supporting clients towards greater emotional well-being. I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges specifically through the joys and struggles of motherhood, the transition to parenthood, and the accompanying anxiety, and grief that we feel through this time. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focusing on creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your emotions, develop coping skills, and find healing on your journey of well-being.

I am an Illinois and Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has extensive experience working with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I earned my Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University, where the prominent perspective was person-centered therapy. I have worked with several different client populations including couples with marriage difficulties, adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and other life adjustment issues, physically and sexually abused adolescents and adults, adolescents with mental health issues related to school, home, adjustment, or mental illness, and even adolescents and adults on the verge of suicide. In working with these populations, I have gained vast experience in family dynamics and feel it is important to focus on the whole system, especially when a child is involved. I have also been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and I feel many adults and adolescents could greatly benefit from learning these skills. God is our ultimate counselor and His word is referenced and prayed from as part of the healing process.

I am a trauma informed care practitioner with 16 years of experience in supporting people through a healing journey with EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing and Jungian Dream Analysis. We enter your story with compassion. I am passionate about providing gentle and considerate care. My office is located on a bus line within an ADA accessible building and off-street parking. Virtual sessions are offered. My space is designed for comfort and safety in downtown Duluth, Minnesota.