Trauma Therapists in Madison, WI
Finding a therapist experienced in trauma care is essential for those seeking to process and heal from difficult past experiences. With 98 verified trauma therapists in Madison, WI who specialize in trauma therapy, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, somatic therapy, or trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy to address specific needs like PTSD, childhood trauma, or complex trauma. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist is open to new clients and has upcoming availability, ensuring you can access the compassionate, specialized support needed to work through trauma and build resilience.
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Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
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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.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anger Management
Anxiety
+10
Hi, I’m Rileigh Bahnub, LPC. My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on helping you build a healthier relationship with your thoughts and emotions while moving toward a life that feels meaningful and aligned with your values. I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+9
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience in community mental health. I have worked across a wide range of settings, including outpatient therapy, crisis services, and intensive community programs, and have supported people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. In addition to providing therapy, I have supervised clinical teams and led mental health programs, giving me a broad perspective on what truly helps people heal.
I offer individual therapy to adults.
I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I provide LGBTQ+ affirming care and am committed to creating a space where clients of all identities feel respected, understood, and safe to be themselves. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a steady place where you can be honest about what you’re going through—without judgment or pressure to be anything other than yourself. I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship and helping clients develop practical tools while also making space for deeper healing and self-understanding.
VirtualAvailable
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Life Transitions
+2
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.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
I am a licensed clinical social worker who provides thoughtful, trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. My approach integrates mindfulness, CBT, motivational interviewing, EMDR, and humanistic and existential perspectives. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard while developing greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and practical tools for meaningful change.
Available
New to Grow
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
+9
Besides my educational and professional experiences, I have gone through my own life experiences and challenges. Clients come to me when their emotions feel too intense, their patterns feel unmanageable, or their relationships feel strained. Many are dealing with anxiety, trauma, grief, avoidance, or habits that no longer serve them. They want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and learn how to respond in healthier, more grounded ways. I help clients move forward by combining warmth with structure. Together, we create meaningful change that clients can carry into every part of their lives.
Available
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
Life Transitions
+10
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Madison, Wisconsin. I work with adults who are trying to make sense of themselves, their relationships, and what comes next, especially after experiences that have left them questioning their own judgment, identity, or sense of who they are.
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, narcissistic and emotionally abusive relationship dynamics, personality disorders, divorce, career changes, and other major life transitions. I’m particularly drawn to working with people who have spent a long time adapting to difficult relationships or living according to roles and expectations that no longer fit.
I also love working with college students and adults who are asking some version of: Who am I when I’m not being who everyone else needs or expects me to be?
My style is curious, direct, thoughtful, and deeply human. Therapy with me isn’t about sitting across from someone who simply nods and takes notes. We’ll look closely at what’s happening, make connections, challenge what needs challenging, and leave room for humor along the way.
Outside the therapy room, I’m endlessly curious about people, history, relationships, and the complicated ways we become who we are. I believe the best therapy happens when two people can show up honestly and do meaningful work together. That’s what I try to bring to every session.
Offers in-person in Madison, WIAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
I am a relaxed and curious therapist who has an interest in helping my clients reach the goals they set for themselves. I have been fully licensed for the past 6 years and have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, crisis intervention, and small outpatient private practice.
Available
Often rebooked
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
+8
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.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+13
Hello! My name is Adam Lenker. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in Texas and Wisconsin. Whatever you are dealing with, know that I am here to listen and support you, through harnessing of compassionate self-awareness. I believe strongly in encouraging self-empowerment, focusing on choices and their results. Central to my theoretical orientation (Person-Centered, Existentialist) is a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, being solution-focused, as well as encouraging mindfulness.
A little bit about how I approach therapy. In creating an alliance with a new client, I adopt a stance of listening and confronting situations non-judgmentally and with compassion, acknowledging that this work is about you, and your life's goals and struggles. My practice is built around partnership with my clients, working hard to establish and maintain this therapeutic alliance. I do this by taking cues of direction, pace and depth from the people with whom I work, and allowing for immediacy to inform what is and is not working.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Grief
Life Transitions
+4
Hello, my name is Casey Denzine! I've been a therapist for nine years and have learned quite a bit from the experience and getting therapy myself. I'm a creative with a penchant for pondering, laughter, and a little bit of mischief. I also love me fantasy fiction, complicated board games, and all the animals. Regarding my therapeutic approach, I find it best to pull from a variety of modalities to better support the diversity between and within clients. My favorites include Internal Family Systems (of which I am informed), Role-Play Therapy, narrative models, Jungian and transpersonal psychology, and breathwork/mindfulness.
Available
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
+6
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.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Humorous
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+9
I’m a seasoned LICSW/LCSW with decades of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship patterns, and the emotional residue of difficult life experiences. My style is steady, warm, and practical—I blend CBT, DBT, solution focused and ACT modalities with deep insight work so clients can understand themselves clearly and make meaningful changes. I focus on helping people reduce overwhelm, build emotional resilience, and move through life with more clarity, calm and self‑trust.
Available
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anger Management
Family Conflict
+6
Your first session is an opportunity for us to begin building a strong therapeutic foundation together. During this appointment, I will complete a comprehensive clinical assessment designed to better understand your unique experiences, strengths, challenges, and goals. This process helps me develop a personalized clinical understanding of your situation and allows me to provide thoughtful recommendations tailored to your needs.
Equally important, the initial session is a chance for us to get to know one another and establish a level of comfort and trust. Finding the right therapeutic fit is an important part of the counseling process, and I encourage open dialogue about your expectations, concerns, and goals for treatment. My goal is to create a welcoming, collaborative environment where you feel respected, understood, and supported as we begin working together toward meaningful change.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Mood Disorders
+10
I am a licensed mental health and addiction counselor with a background in the psychobiology of addiction and a strong focus on helping individuals create meaningful, lasting change. My work blends evidence-based therapy with a trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware approach, recognizing that healing often involves more than insight alone.
I am Level 1 Trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and use parts-based work to help clients understand internal patterns with curiosity and compassion rather than self-judgment. I am also a Certified Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Rest & Restore Protocol provider through Unyte Listening Therapies, offering listening-based interventions that support nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and a greater sense of safety and connection—particularly for individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, supportive, and individualized. I work primarily with adults navigating addiction, emotional regulation challenges, relational difficulties, and life transitions. Together, we focus on increasing self-awareness, strengthening internal resources, and building skills that support sustainable change both inside and outside of therapy.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Hi, I am Jenn, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the owner of Epijennetics Counseling and Consulting in Libertyville, Illinois.. You can read more about my work and practice at www.epijennetics.com. As a therapist, I hold the belief that we cannot fully understand mental health without first understanding the impact of our stories, our relationships, and our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness of these things so that they are more in touch with their feelings, needs, and desires, and are more equipped with the knowledge and tools to create the life that they want. By utilizing assessments such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to better understand personality and the Young Schema Assessment to explore harmful thoughts and beliefs that came from previous experiences and messages received during childhood years, I help clients discover hidden obstacles that keep them from having the life they dream of. I have found that when we put in the work to make sense of ourselves and our stories, we not only heal and grow ourselves but also develop more compassion and increased understanding of others. Often this growth and healing process lessens mental health symptoms such as anxiety and depression and improves overall quality of life, as well as relationship quality. If you are interested in doing some exploring, I would love to hear from you! (Please make an in-office appointment if you are booking Couple or Family therapy sessions.)
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+7
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you're dealing with grief, past trauma, major changes, or emotions that are hard to explain. You don't have to sort through those feelings alone. I work with adults who want to better understand themselves, find balance, and feel more confident handling life's challenges.
My goal is to offer a warm, welcoming space where you can feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. I believe you already have many of the answers within you. Together, we'll work to uncover those answers, explore what may be holding you back, and build skills that help you feel more at ease. Therapy is a shared process, and we'll move at a pace that feels right for you.
Available
Authentic
Open-minded
Warm
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
+7
As a licensed professional counselor, my work revolves around supporting clients through a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, identity, and more while using a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and compassion focused approach. My goal is to help you align with your authenticity and leverage your existing strengths to foster resilience and self-compassion. I deeply value walking along each client on their journey and work diligently to create a relationship based on trust and connection.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Perinatal Mental Health
+10
"Healing is possible, even when it feels far away."
I'm Liz, a LCSW who specializes in working with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and perinatal mental health.
Maybe you've spent years learning how to keep going. You're capable, dependable, and often the person others turn to. But underneath it all, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, irritable, disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in patterns you don't fully understand. 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.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Open-minded
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
Emotional Regulation
+5
If you are feeling stuck in patterns that no longer work for you or feel weighed down by painful life experiences, therapy can offer a safe place to begin moving forward. With 13 years of therapy experience, I help adults work through trauma, difficult relationships, and times of change,
I use approaches including EMDR, brainspotting, and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients as they process difficult experiences, better understand themselves, and work toward meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and supportive, which means we will work together at a pace that feels right for you. I tailor our work to your individual needs, strengths, and goals.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
LGBTQ
Mood Disorders
+4
Hello, my name is Leah Sutherland, LCPC, ATR. I am an Artist, Art Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. With a passion for creativity and mental health wellness, I created Loamy Creative Wellness, LLC to be a virtual therapeutic art studio that serves as a creative digital portal to make space for freedom, love, connection, curiosity & authenticity. I’ve had the privilege of working with people of all ages, using art-making to promote emotional healing and transformation. I’ve seen firsthand how art can support individuals in processing trauma, anxiety, and depression, and I’m committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for people to explore their creativity, internal world, and experiences.
I assist folks through individual therapy, group art therapy, creative workshops, mindfulness, and artists/creatives support spaces. I function from a relational, ecowomanism, afrofuturism and Black Queer feminist framework where I use creative processes, curiosity, and compassion as a guide to assist folks in making the shifts, naming experience, and moving towards value aligned living. The modalities that I weave into my practice are DBT, ACT, and CPT. I also use mindfulness and body practices with the purpose of integrating the body, mind, and spirit.
If you’re seeking a supportive and experienced guide on your healing journey, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
+5
Are you looking for a positive change in your life?
I am passionate about helping people. I help to build empowerment in day-to-day life along with life changes. I want to help others find their path to live a fruitful and enjoyable life. I have experience working with trauma, addictions, anxiety, and depression.
I work to create a nonjudgmental environment where you can express your emotions and experiences. I enjoy providing therapy and helping others to change their lives.
If you have any questions please ask and let's see if we are a good match!!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+7
Greetings, I'm Andrew! I help clients discover and develop their most authentic selves and learn to build meaningful, supportive connections with others. With 13 years of therapy experience and 20+ years in mental health, I draw on expertise in brain development, trauma, and relationships to support adults, families, and children in navigating challenges they face. These challenges may present as anxiety, depression, anger, compulsive behaviors, overwhelm, difficulties getting along with others, and parenting struggles.
I look forward to meeting you and seeing what power we can discover together in you!
Offers in-person in West Allis, WI - Accepting clients in WIAvailable
Often rebooked
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
+3
To me, therapy is most meaningful when it begins with curiosity rather than judgment. We'll start where you are, taking time to understand your experiences, relationships, and the patterns that seem to repeat themselves. Along the way, we'll pay attention to what your mind and body may be communicating and use our work together as a space for insight, healing, and meaningful change. My goal is to help you better understand yourself so you can move through life with greater clarity, self-compassion, and confidence.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Anxiety
+7
I listen and try to understand your situation and learn what it's like to be you. I can offer suggestions but I won't tell you what to do. I believe that my clients know what they need to do to help them heal, it might not be clear right away but after I am able to understand your problems we can work together to find solutions.
It's a big step to seek counseling and to go into therapy. I respect everyone who wants to improve their mental health and well being. It isn't easy to seek help and allow oneself to be vulnerable and share ones' experience. I have listened to thousands of people and I am delighted hear everyone's story to see how I can help.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Depression
+7
Hello, as a licensed clinical social worker with fourteen years of clinical experience I specialize in treating simple and complex trauma, neurodivergent traits (ADHD, ASD, sensitivities) and along with general mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
I draw on a number of tools to identify and resolve the underlying events and experiences that contribute to distress and disruption including CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing.
You deserve to work with someone who hears you and understands your experience(s) and offers action plans for healing. I help my clients create the change they are seeking.
In my practice you will be seen and heard in a secure, safe place with free from judgement. I am so fortunate to be working with people who want to make meaningful changes in their lives so they can find the happiness they deserve! Its takes courage and bravery to do this work and I am here for the journey.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Depression
+10
Hello, my name is Julee. I believe the most meaningful way I can help clients is by first taking the time to truly understand them-their goals, challenges, and what success looks like from their perspective. Every client comes with a unique set of circumstances, and I aim to approach each situation with curiosity, empathy, and a commitment to listening before acting.
Available
Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Hello! My name is Joni Courtney, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience in providing compassionate and effective therapy services to individuals of all ages. I create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to foster personal growth and healing. I believe the client is the expert of their experiences and I work alongside my clients to create goals and treatment plans that are unique to them.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+10
I help people untangle the mess of relationship trauma, infidelity, anxiety, and life transitions. Maybe you're trying to make sense of a painful experience, questioning yourself after a difficult relationship, or noticing patterns you don't know how to break. Using EMDR, CBT, and honest conversation, we'll work to understand what's happening and figure out what comes next.
You don't have to have it all figured out to start.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Solution oriented
Empowering
Holistic
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Anxiety
+10
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 5 years of experience. I spend my free time being active, watching sports, and connecting with friends and family. I work well with client's who feel stuck and unable to work through uncomfortable and sometimes painful emotions. I help client's practice pursuing their values rather than avoid discomfort helping them to feel more empowered and balanced emotionally.
Available
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Attachment Issues
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
+9
As a licensed clinical social worker, I am committed to collecting evidenced based "tools for my toolbox" to aid those grappling with finding the new normal after their world has shifted. I most love helping people find language to describe their losses, often when there has been difficulty finding the words, inspiring people to find hope again, and facilitate the development of a plan to move forward in a way that both honors their experiences and embraces the future.
I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy. I utilize a combination of psychoeducation, storytelling, and evidenced-based interventions to offer meaningful insight to support clients’ healing. I strongly believe that rock bottom is the foundation upon which we can rebuild our lives. We do regular check-ins to review progress along the way. Our goal is not to change the past, but instead to find some relief from symptoms that impact daily functioning. I will solicit feedback regularly during sessions for takeaways to gauge progress and curate treatment interventions based on what is most engaging and productive for the individual client.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
+10
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.
Offers in-person in Fond du Lac, WI - Accepting clients in WIAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+8
I am a licensed therapist, educator, and mediator with more than 30 years of professional experience helping people navigate life’s challenges, transitions, and personal growth. My work is grounded in the belief that mental health does not exist in isolation, it is influenced by our relationships, environments, physical well-being, communities, and life experiences.
I take a Total Health approach, helping clients understand the connections between mind, body, relationships, and the systems that shape their daily lives. My style is warm, collaborative, and practical, creating a space where clients can gain insight, build resilience, and move toward meaningful and lasting change.
Available
Often rebooked
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Anxiety
+9
Life is hard. Sometimes it feels overwhelming, messy, or just downright exhausting. And while we can’t always change what life throws at us, healing is possible and does not need to be done alone.
My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are. No need to have it all together, find the perfect words, or pretend things are okay when they aren’t. Therapy with me is meant to feel relaxed, comfortable, and real. Humor, sarcasm, and the occasional swear word are absolutely welcome. We can laugh, sit with the hard stuff, and talk honestly about what’s going on without fear of judgment.
I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, life transitions, parenting challenges, and disordered eating. Together, we’ll explore patterns, build practical skills, and figure out what works for you. I’ll meet you with compassion and understanding, while also gently challenging you when it feels helpful. I believe support and accountability can coexist, and sometimes growth comes from having someone in your corner who will both encourage you and keep it real with you.
I’m human, too, and I understand that life doesn’t always go according to plan. You don’t need a therapist who has all the answers or pretends to have it all figured out. You deserve someone who will listen, be genuine with you, and help you navigate the tough stuff without making you feel like something is wrong with you.
Think of therapy as a chance to check in with someone who cares, tells you the truth with kindness, and helps you figure out your next steps. You get to be yourself here, wherever you’re starting from. We’ll take it one step at a time.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Grief
+9
I offer a warm, supportive space for people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. As a Marine Corps veteran, I bring deep respect for resilience, lived experience, and the courage it takes to seek support. My work is compassionate, collaborative, and paced to honor your nervous system, your story, and your goals. I support clients in building self-trust, emotional resilience, and clarity, while gently releasing patterns that no longer serve them. I also provide integration support for clients processing psychedelic or altered-state experiences, helping translate insight into grounded, sustainable change in daily life.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
+10
I am a licensed therapist who specializes in working with teens, young adults, and parents who feel worried, stressed, sad, or stuck in life. I also support people who have been through hard or scary events that still affect how they feel day to day. I offer a kind, safe place where you can talk, feel understood, build confidence, learn new ways to cope, and start feeling better.
Available
Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
+10
With over two decades of clinical experience, I offer an eclectic therapeutic approach tailored to meet your needs. As an active researcher in the mental health field, I have authored numerous first-author publications in the expressive arts and I have a book on anxiety tools coming out this spring. I can offer real-world, evidence-based tools to help you manage your anxiety and mood disorders. My current research focuses on new and emerging tools for the treatment of anxiety, and I am dedicated to delivering the most effective and innovative services to support your mental health journey.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Open-minded
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Couples Counseling
+7
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am dedicated to creating a relaxed and comfortable environment where you can feel safe, heard, and cared for. My practice specializes in addressing a wide range of challenges, including trauma, sexual trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD and relationship concerns for both couples and individuals. My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, empowering you to maximize your own strengths.
Available
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
+6
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.
VirtualAvailable
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Kirsten Taylor is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin, specializing in mental health services for individuals. With a passion for fostering emotional well-being and resilience, Kirsten has been practicing for over a decade, building a reputation for her compassionate approach and evidence-based techniques.
Kirsten earned her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Mary’s University of MN, where she honed her skills in therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. Her extensive training enables her to address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma.
Outside of her clinical work, Kirsten is committed to various causes she has a passion for, including the preservation of wild horses and locally contributing to Pony Tales Horse Rescue and Rehab.
In her personal life, Kirsten enjoys nature, reading, and spending quality time with her family and pets. She is passionate about wellness and believes in the importance of a balanced lifestyle.
Available
Authentic
Direct
Warm
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+4
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I have been active in the field for over 10 years. I received my Masters in Community Psychology from Alverno College in Wisconsin. I've been a helping professional since a teen, and continue to strive to improve the lives of others. I'm a witty and humorous individual who enjoys the intangible things in life. My hope is to provide a therapeutic experience that is effective for growth and healing.
VirtualOffers in-person in Milwaukee, WI - Accepting clients in WIAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Women's Issues
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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.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Women's Issues
+8
I believe 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.
I work to prioritize care that is person centered, evidence-based, and compassion focused. I have completed training and have experience treating trauma, anxiety, grief, family challenges, divorce and life changes.
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.
Available
New to Grow
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona and Wisconsin, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. I live in Wisconsin, my home state, and truly enjoy helping individuals across each of the states where I practice and value the opportunity to support clients from diverse backgrounds and communities.
With over 14 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside my clients as they navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their strengths. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based therapies—because I believe that healing happens best in a supportive, trusting environment where you feel truly heard and understood. I integrate proven approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based techniques, and Solution-Focused strategies to help you make meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief and loss or simply feeling “stuck,” my goal is to help you move toward greater clarity, balance, and resilience. Together, we’ll build on your unique strengths and create a path forward that feels authentic and empowering.
I’m honored to support you on your journey toward well-being—wherever you are, and wherever you’re headed.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
+5
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.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Racism
+5
Tanea McKee Ed.D., LMFT, CST is a a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of Delaware, Georgia, Nevada, and Wisconsin. She earned a Doctorate of Education, and Masters Degrees in both Educational Counseling and Counseling Psychology-Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. McKee holds membership in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) as a Clinical Fellow and is an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. She also holds membership in the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (ASSECT) as a Professional Member and is a Certified Sex Therapist.
In her free time, Dr. McKee enjoys astrology and the Tarot, traveling, listening to old school Hip-Hop, playing with her grandchildren, and travelling. Her favorite trip to date was time she spent in Cuba.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Grief
+8
Hi, I’m Dr. Ebony B. I’m a licensed therapist, healing guide, and space-holder for people who are tired of being the strong one. If you’ve been carrying the weight of emotional pain, burnout, or the pressure to keep showing up for everyone else, this is your space to put it all down and just be.
I work with Black women, caregivers, and high-achieving professionals who often feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or like they’ve lost themselves somewhere along the way. Many of my clients seem to have it all together on the outside but feel exhausted inside. You don’t have to keep holding it in or pretending to be okay. You deserve a space to be real, to rest, and to heal.
In our work together, we’ll move at your pace. I help clients understand what they’re feeling, where those emotions come from, and how to care for themselves with more compassion and clarity. We talk through patterns, explore your past, build boundaries, and learn new ways to cope that actually feel good to you. You’ll feel supported, not judged.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. We’ll laugh sometimes, reflect often, and create room for honesty, softness, and growth. I honor your lived experience and believe in healing that respects your identity, your story, and your values.
You don’t have to do this alone. If you’re ready to feel more like yourself again, I would be honored to walk with you.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
HI! My name is Jill and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my MSW from Temple University and have been practicing since 2016. I work with adults (18-65) address a variety of mental health concerns. I am deeply committed to supporting clients who may feel lost or stuck by helping them to build skills to create a meaningful and empowering life. I understand the challenges of living with a relentless inner critic or dwelling on past events or future worries. Together, we'll identify patterns contributing to unproductive behaviors or recurring painful emotions.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+5
Hello. I am a follower of Jesus Christ, and I'm also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Illinois. I have worked in the field of Social Work for 25 years at the Bachelor's level, including case management for at-risk youth, CPS investigations and medical social work. I received my Master's of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville and have been practicing five years. At this time, I provide individual therapy to adults dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma among other issues. We work to recognize triggers/barriers to successful living and then learn to effectively reframe these in order to be a better version of yourself.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Empowering
Specialties
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+9
I believe that meaningful progress in therapy starts with a strong therapeutic rapport. By fostering trust and connection, I help clients feel comfortable and confident in the work we do together. I began working as a therapist in 2016. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Wisconsin. I have had the privilege of working with clients of all ages, and am specialized in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. My goal is to create a supportive and collaborative therapeutic space where my clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to be the best version of themselves.
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Why filter by Wisconsin rather than a city like Milwaukee?
When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Wisconsin. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Wisconsin from Madison to Green Bay! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Wisconsin.
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How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on Trauma and PTSD?
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Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.
What happens during the first therapy session?
What happens during the first therapy session?
Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.