Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
Desiree Sigler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I am a licensed professional counselor and nationally registered art therapist. I earned my undergraduate degree from Edgewood College and my master's degree from Mount Mary University. I have individual and group therapy experience in evidence-based treatment with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. The therapeutic techniques I am trained in are Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor and nationally registered art therapist. I earned my undergraduate degree from Edgewood College and my master's degree from Mount Mary University. I have individual and group therapy experience in evidence-based treatment with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. The therapeutic techniques I am trained in are Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Experiential Therapy.
Christina Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, CS-IT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53220 (Online Only)
Are you looking to become a better version of yourself? Do you feel like your life is out of control? Do you feel like there’s no support? I know life is very difficult and we have all kinds of different roads to take but let me help you navigate where to go throughout your journey to healing. I firmly believe that everyone deserves happiness and the best quality of life possible. I believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to empowerment and growth.
Are you looking to become a better version of yourself? Do you feel like your life is out of control? Do you feel like there’s no support? I know life is very difficult and we have all kinds of different roads to take but let me help you navigate where to go throughout your journey to healing. I firmly believe that everyone deserves happiness and the best quality of life possible. I believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to empowerment and growth.
Tiffany Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53208 (Online Only)
Hi. I'm so happy you stopped by. Are you in need of growth & strategy amidst life's challenges & transitions? I can provide guidance & tools for resilience as you navigate your unique journey toward learning, collectively with me and on your own. From the overstressed to the busy-minded child or late bloomer of life to the anxiety prone & isolated persons, or over worked parent or spouse, and the grieving friend- I am committed to fostering a safe space to aid your journey of healing and transformation to your awe-inspiring-self, through the integration of evidence-based fundamental concepts curated for your unique needs.
Hi. I'm so happy you stopped by. Are you in need of growth & strategy amidst life's challenges & transitions? I can provide guidance & tools for resilience as you navigate your unique journey toward learning, collectively with me and on your own. From the overstressed to the busy-minded child or late bloomer of life to the anxiety prone & isolated persons, or over worked parent or spouse, and the grieving friend- I am committed to fostering a safe space to aid your journey of healing and transformation to your awe-inspiring-self, through the integration of evidence-based fundamental concepts curated for your unique needs.
Andrew Royal
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
My clients tend to be intelligent and insightful individuals who come to work with me because they suffer from despair and disorder. They have tried to resolve their troubles and cope with their uneasiness for a long time--often partly successfully, and against strong odds--but they have reached a point where they want extra support and insight in order to finally transform their suffering into meaningfulness and growth. With consistency, dedication, patience and focus, I help my clients achieve deep and lasting emotional transformation.
My clients tend to be intelligent and insightful individuals who come to work with me because they suffer from despair and disorder. They have tried to resolve their troubles and cope with their uneasiness for a long time--often partly successfully, and against strong odds--but they have reached a point where they want extra support and insight in order to finally transform their suffering into meaningfulness and growth. With consistency, dedication, patience and focus, I help my clients achieve deep and lasting emotional transformation.
Ketamine Milwaukee
MD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
We help people with depression when other treatments have failed.
We help people with depression when other treatments have failed.
Kimberly Schwingle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53209
My therapeutic journey has had me work with a diverse range of individuals. While I have assisted clients of all ages, my primary experience is with teens through middle-aged adults. Additionally, I possesses a specialized skill set for working with individuals with disabilities, stemming from my lifelong involvement in volunteering and working within the disability community. My proficiency extends to a wide array of diagnoses, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, chronic illness, adjustment disorders, and avoidance disorder.
My therapeutic journey has had me work with a diverse range of individuals. While I have assisted clients of all ages, my primary experience is with teens through middle-aged adults. Additionally, I possesses a specialized skill set for working with individuals with disabilities, stemming from my lifelong involvement in volunteering and working within the disability community. My proficiency extends to a wide array of diagnoses, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, chronic illness, adjustment disorders, and avoidance disorder.
Carrie Torres
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
If anxiety and fear have more control over your life than you do, you are not alone. Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder's relentless-intrusive thoughts, scary images, paralyzing anxiety, and mental and health-related fears is exhausting. If you support a loved one suffering from OCD and anxiety, it can be just as painful. Working with me, you will gain a better understanding of what is happening, reduce unwanted symptoms like anxiety, fear, and shame, and learn helpful tools and coping skills to manage all of it.
If anxiety and fear have more control over your life than you do, you are not alone. Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder's relentless-intrusive thoughts, scary images, paralyzing anxiety, and mental and health-related fears is exhausting. If you support a loved one suffering from OCD and anxiety, it can be just as painful. Working with me, you will gain a better understanding of what is happening, reduce unwanted symptoms like anxiety, fear, and shame, and learn helpful tools and coping skills to manage all of it.
Colleen Donaldson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Painful & confusing experiences may leave you feeling depleted and hopeless, but life can be better than you imagine is possible. Some of the issues that we can work through are feelings of hopelessness, overwhelm, fear, anxiety, lack of meaning in life, unusual beliefs that scare you, paranoia, & hearing unwelcome voices. Recovery from depression & extreme states, often known as catatonia, mania, or psychosis is possible on your terms. Through personal experience & learning from others, I've come to see that distressing experiences are often filled with opportunities for growth and healing.
Painful & confusing experiences may leave you feeling depleted and hopeless, but life can be better than you imagine is possible. Some of the issues that we can work through are feelings of hopelessness, overwhelm, fear, anxiety, lack of meaning in life, unusual beliefs that scare you, paranoia, & hearing unwelcome voices. Recovery from depression & extreme states, often known as catatonia, mania, or psychosis is possible on your terms. Through personal experience & learning from others, I've come to see that distressing experiences are often filled with opportunities for growth and healing.
Sara Saunders
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Sara Saunders is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. Sara believes that every client has the ability within themselves to heal and that counseling helps uncover, enhance, and aide in your personal healing process. She also believes that life is a journey not a destination, and that it takes courage to take the next step toward healing. You and Sara can work together to uncover your strengths and enhance the strengths that are within you so that you can achieve your goals.
Sara Saunders is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2018. Sara believes that every client has the ability within themselves to heal and that counseling helps uncover, enhance, and aide in your personal healing process. She also believes that life is a journey not a destination, and that it takes courage to take the next step toward healing. You and Sara can work together to uncover your strengths and enhance the strengths that are within you so that you can achieve your goals.
Amanda Lo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Do you often feel like you are just trying to survive or are barely staying afloat? Are you feeling inadequate in the spaces you occupy such as school, work, or home? Have you ever wondered if there is more to your identity than the mental health concerns that you experience? If you are reading this right now, I am proud of you for getting here. I normalize the self-doubt that you are going through. If you resonate with one of the aforementioned questions, I can partner with you to validate you and to determine the best solutions that will help you feel you can thrive despite all the challenges you may face.
Do you often feel like you are just trying to survive or are barely staying afloat? Are you feeling inadequate in the spaces you occupy such as school, work, or home? Have you ever wondered if there is more to your identity than the mental health concerns that you experience? If you are reading this right now, I am proud of you for getting here. I normalize the self-doubt that you are going through. If you resonate with one of the aforementioned questions, I can partner with you to validate you and to determine the best solutions that will help you feel you can thrive despite all the challenges you may face.
Rhea Ortman
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I am a compassionate individual who is dedicated to the healing journeys of survivors who have been through trauma. I am certified in trauma informed care and I have experience working with adult clients from various backgrounds with complex trauma histories. My approach is collaborative, nurturing, empathetic, direct, and non-judgmental because I believe a safe, warm, and accepting environment is essential to the therapeutic process and guiding clients through their healing.
I am a compassionate individual who is dedicated to the healing journeys of survivors who have been through trauma. I am certified in trauma informed care and I have experience working with adult clients from various backgrounds with complex trauma histories. My approach is collaborative, nurturing, empathetic, direct, and non-judgmental because I believe a safe, warm, and accepting environment is essential to the therapeutic process and guiding clients through their healing.
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Nicole Shay
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dr. Shay provides neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents. Her specialty areas include assessments for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disabilities, as well as assessments for children with neurological, developmental, or genetic disorders. She has worked extensively in the areas of epilepsy and traumatic brain injury/concussion. As a neuropsychologist, Dr. Shay's goal is to help patients to reach their greatest potential.
Dr. Shay provides neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents. Her specialty areas include assessments for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disabilities, as well as assessments for children with neurological, developmental, or genetic disorders. She has worked extensively in the areas of epilepsy and traumatic brain injury/concussion. As a neuropsychologist, Dr. Shay's goal is to help patients to reach their greatest potential.
Therayology
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Do you struggle with anxiety, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or grief that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by just getting through the day? Do you wonder if your emotions could be managed better? Now more than ever people are feeling stressed about finding balance and establishing meaningful and healthy relationships.
Do you struggle with anxiety, a challenging relationship, loss of a sense of self, or grief that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by just getting through the day? Do you wonder if your emotions could be managed better? Now more than ever people are feeling stressed about finding balance and establishing meaningful and healthy relationships.
Hannah Horsch
Counselor, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
“Perspective is the way we see things when we look at them from a certain distance, and it allows us to appreciate their true value.” -Rafael E. Pino. It takes courage to seek help when suffering and facing challenges in life. I strive to create a strong alliance with each person by fostering trust and open communication.
“Perspective is the way we see things when we look at them from a certain distance, and it allows us to appreciate their true value.” -Rafael E. Pino. It takes courage to seek help when suffering and facing challenges in life. I strive to create a strong alliance with each person by fostering trust and open communication.
Jamal R. Cunningham
Psychologist, MEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Not accepting new clients
Growing up can be tough. Your child is trying to learn how to navigate relationships at school and home while figuring out who they are and their place in the world. When dealing with stress and difficult situations, your child can feel alone, as though no one understands them or can relate to what they are going through. Because of their age, your child may not have the vocabulary to express the complex thoughts and feelings they are experiencing. As a result, they may shut others out or seem as though they don’t want help. However, the truth may be that they do not know what kind of help they need or how to ask for it.
Growing up can be tough. Your child is trying to learn how to navigate relationships at school and home while figuring out who they are and their place in the world. When dealing with stress and difficult situations, your child can feel alone, as though no one understands them or can relate to what they are going through. Because of their age, your child may not have the vocabulary to express the complex thoughts and feelings they are experiencing. As a result, they may shut others out or seem as though they don’t want help. However, the truth may be that they do not know what kind of help they need or how to ask for it.
Leslie Skaistis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
The core of my work is creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, respected, and understood. A full and satisfying life is unique to each person; I will collaborate with you as you move toward the life you want to live. Understanding each client's culture, identities, and worldview is central to my approach. Not only is it important to deeply understand you as an individual, but also to explore how factors in the wider environment either promote your well being or intensify your distress. A holistic approach to wellness involves the individual, their relationships, and their wider world.
The core of my work is creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, respected, and understood. A full and satisfying life is unique to each person; I will collaborate with you as you move toward the life you want to live. Understanding each client's culture, identities, and worldview is central to my approach. Not only is it important to deeply understand you as an individual, but also to explore how factors in the wider environment either promote your well being or intensify your distress. A holistic approach to wellness involves the individual, their relationships, and their wider world.
Alev Ildiz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
Sometimes the way you relate to yourself and others no longer aligns with who you truly are, your values or how you envisioned your life. You may feel disconnected from yourself and others. You may feel anxious or misunderstood, and start to question your worth or love. To cope, you wear a mask to hide parts of yourself, which creates feelings of tension within yourself and with others. What if you lived your life according to your values while accepting and expressing your genuine self? I create a judgement free, safe therapeutic space where you can explore, understand and find your authentic self.
Julianne Manske Rollefson
Counselor, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Has your life changed in a way that has left you feeling untethered? Loss is an inherent aspect of change — loss of comfortable routines and settings, parts of our identities, the vision of how we thought our lives would look, and relationships and people we hold dear. These losses reverberate and impact how we approach and react to all aspects of our lives, and I’m here to help you sort through which of your behaviors are serving you and offer unconditional support as you learn to leave behind those that are not. We'll work together to strengthen your self-knowledge and trust in your ability to handle whatever life brings.
Has your life changed in a way that has left you feeling untethered? Loss is an inherent aspect of change — loss of comfortable routines and settings, parts of our identities, the vision of how we thought our lives would look, and relationships and people we hold dear. These losses reverberate and impact how we approach and react to all aspects of our lives, and I’m here to help you sort through which of your behaviors are serving you and offer unconditional support as you learn to leave behind those that are not. We'll work together to strengthen your self-knowledge and trust in your ability to handle whatever life brings.
Stevie J Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, CSOTP, CCPS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53228 (Online Only)
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Diamond Haynes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
My passion has always been to help others achieve their level of success and happiness. Everyone deserves to live a life free from whatever obstacles they feel are holding them back. No one should feel they have to face their struggles on their own which is why I am here to help you figure things out. I strive to create a non judgmental, safe and welcoming space for all my clients to achieve their desired goals.
My passion has always been to help others achieve their level of success and happiness. Everyone deserves to live a life free from whatever obstacles they feel are holding them back. No one should feel they have to face their struggles on their own which is why I am here to help you figure things out. I strive to create a non judgmental, safe and welcoming space for all my clients to achieve their desired goals.
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Number of Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
800+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Milwaukee, WI who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Self Esteem |
63% | Life Transitions |
62% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
73% | Aetna |
72% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
62% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Milwaukee, WI see their clients
77% | In Person and Online | |
23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Milwaukee?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.