Mental Health Therapy in Madison

Therapists in Madison

Cynthia Johnson

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Professional Counselor
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Cynthia Johnson is a licensed professional counselor practicing at LifeStance Health in Madison, Wisconsin. She offers individual, group and family therapy sessions in person and online for flexible mental health care options. She provides a welcoming space for children, teens and adults to collaborate and explore difficult emotions and mental health challenges.  Diverse Range of Care Cynthia sees a diverse range of clients. She is passionate about providing care for patients who need court ordered treatment or has recently been released from a psychiatric hospital. She also works with first responders, specializing in individuals with trauma and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Other areas of expertise include individuals with ADHD, depression and anxiety. Helpful Therapeutic Techniques Cynthia uses a range of evidence-based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). During sessions she develops personalized plans to ensure every client can receive the support that they need. Other areas that Cynthia has experience with include gender identity, hoarding, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and midlife transitions.

Sarah Shermo

Sarah Shermo

Madison, Wisconsin - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
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In Person

Sarah Shermo is a Clinical Social Worker/therapist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+) and seniors (65+). Sarah is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Borka Kalanj

Borka Kalanj

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Professional Counselor
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In Person

Borka Kalanj is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with Just Be Counseling in Madison, Wisconsin. She works with individuals and couples. Sessions are available exclusively online. The first session is free. Home visits may be possible. She doesn’t accept insurance. Specialized Mental Health Care for Asperger’s, NPD and Mood Disorders Borka specializes in Asperger’s syndrome, mood disorders, narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), depression, anxiety, divorce, self esteem issues, suicidal ideation, self harming, relationship difficulties and challenging life transitions. Eclectic Therapeutic Approach I’m impressed by her eclectic approach to treatment, using a wide range of trauma and emotionally focused, person centered, humanistic, multicultural and existential techniques. Her ultimate goal is to gain a deeper understanding of each client and their patterns in order to help them find self compassion and emotional resilience. She also helps couples identify and express the emotions that create conflict and disconnection. If you think Borka might be a good fit for you as a therapist, or if you have questions about making therapy more affordable, you should reach out to her directly by phone or email.

Tasha Lewis

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Professional Counselor
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In Person

Tasha Lewis is a licensed professional counselor with LifeStance Health in Madison, Wisconsin. Sessions are available in person and online. She accepts most major commercial insurance plans. Inclusive Mental Health Support for Children, Teens and Adults Tasha provides support to children, teens and adults who are struggling with ADHD, substance abuse, anxiety, depression and trauma. She takes an empathetic and understanding approach, striving to become a trusted ally for clients seeking to improve their overall wellbeing. Safe Treatment for First Responders, Veterans and the LGBTQIA+ Community She serves first responders, military veterans and the LGBTQIA+ community. She places a particular emphasis on treating teens and young adults, providing a safe space for them to express their feelings. She also provides court ordered treatment. ACT, CBT and DBT for Improved Coping Skills Tasha uses a variety of mindfulness and exposure therapy techniques, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure response prevention (ERP), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), aimed at helping clients develop better coping skills and manage their symptoms more effectively.

Dr. Stacy L Killinger

Dr. Stacy L Killinger

Madison, Wisconsin - Psychologist

Stacy Killinger is a Psychologist. Stacy is in-network with insurance providers including Dean Health and Quartz. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Deseree Nehrkorn

Deseree Nehrkorn

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Professional Counselor
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In Person

Deseree Nehrkorn, MS, LPC, works with the Lifestance network. She's a clinical mental health specialist based in Madison, Wisconsin. She offers telehealth appointments only to her patients throughout the state. Madison is the state capital and offers residents multiple opportunities for outdoor activities across 270 parks and 6,000 acres of parkland in case you want to explore and walk out your stress. Eclectic Approach to Mental Health Treatment Ms. Nehrkorn received her MA in clinical mental health counseling and her bachelor's in clinical psychology. She provides clients with a safe and inclusive space where she collaborates to identify their goals and provides the necessary tools to address mental health challenges. Behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and trauma focused care inform Ms. Nehrkorn's approach. She works with individuals aged 11+ through their senior years. Medication management is not provided, but they’ll work with your psychiatrist or primary care physician to coordinate treatment. For First Responders & Military Personnel Her expertise lies in many areas, including ADHD, childhood behavior issues, life transitions, reproductive challenges and men's and women's issues. She offers treatment to first responders, military personnel, veterans, adoptive and foster parents and those in the LGBTQ+ community. Lifestance accepts many health insurance plans from the state, including Medicare, railroad Medicare and TRICARE.

Jennifer Limmex

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Professional Counselor
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In Person

Jennifer Limmex is a Licensed Professional Counselor, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). Jennifer is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Jen Nowak

Jen Nowak

Madison, Wisconsin - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
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In Person

Jen Nowak is a Clinical Social Worker/therapist, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Jen has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, and Transgender People. Jen is in-network with insurance providers including Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, and Dean Health. They accept American Express, Discover, and HSA. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Henry Steinberger

Henry Steinberger

Madison, Wisconsin - Psychologist
Online

Henry Steinberger, PhD, is a licensed psychologist based in Madison, Wisconsin. He serves adult and senior clients. He offers telehealth counseling only.  Flexible Payment Options He accepts self payment and a wide variety of major commercial insurance providers including Medicaid, Medicare, BlueCross and BlueShield, Aetna, Optum and Tricare. 39 Years of Experience Treating OCD, Addiction and Mood Disorders Henry has almost 40 years of experience addressing addiction, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, grief, ADHD, anger management, codependency and relationship issues. He offers compassionate and practical evidence based practices to help clients change harmful and addictive behaviors. Individualized REBT, CBT, ACT and MBCT He uses a variety of therapies in his work including motivational interviewing, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT). He places an emphasis on offering personalized treatment for alcohol misuse with or without 12 steps or spirituality. You can call or email Henry if you have questions about rates, insurance coverage, different forms of therapy, or if you would like to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

Daniel Goldman

Daniel Goldman

Madison, Wisconsin - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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In Person

Daniel Goldman is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with Guide Forward based in Madison, Wisconsin. He offers sessions in person and virtually. He sees teen, adult and senior clients.  He doesn’t work with insurance companies, but he can provide an invoice for possible insurance reimbursement. A sliding fee scale may be available to eligible individuals who qualify according to financial need. Individualized Mental Health Care Daniel provides individualized mental health care designed to meet unique client needs, from consultations to in depth psychotherapy. His goal is to help guide each client through their individual healing processes, offering practical strategies for problem solving. Evidence Based Treatment for Life Transitions He’s specifically trained in a variety of evidence based treatment approaches focused on helping people navigate life transitions such as emerging into adulthood, stages of parenthood, relationship changes, professional transitions, retirement and aging. He places a particular emphasis on helping clients with complications in achieving stages of adult development. Person Centered and Insight Oriented Therapeutic Techniques Daniel’s person centered and insight oriented therapeutic technique stands out to me. He uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT). You can call or email Daniel with any questions, or to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

Free Mental Health Resources in Wisconsin

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wisconsin is an organization that provides advocacy, support and education for people that have been impacted by mental illness. They offer virtual presentations on a variety of topics related to mental illness and offer family and peer to peer support groups.
The University Health Services Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison provides free and confidential Survivor Services. This program is for students who have experienced sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and/or stalking. They offer trauma informed group counseling, individual therapy and care management services.
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Teens & Students Men Women Depression PTSD Anxiety Grief Domestic Violence
Dryhootch is a nonprofit organization, with locations in Milwaukee and Madison, that helps vets and their families after returning home. They offer in person and online support groups that help vets deal with readjustment problems, addiction, PTSD, relationship difficulties and overall health and wellness.
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Men Women Veterans Disability Depression PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
Aurora Health Care offers mental health services for veterans through their Veterans Retraining Program (VRP). They provide a variety of mental health services designed and delivered by veterans for veterans including therapy, support groups or virtual classes on topics such as PTSD symptom management, relationship repair, emotional intelligence and mindfulness.
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Men Women Veterans Disability Depression PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
The Mental Health of America Wisconsin website includes information on a weekly virtual support group for individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, as well as several other resources for local mental and behavioral health.This includes multiple warmlines, such as the UpliftWI Warmline, that residents can call for 24/7 emotional support if they're experiencing mental health or addiction-related struggles.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women
The Mental Health Emergency Center in Milwaukee offers 24/7 emergency mental health services for adults, children and adolescents. Services include patient centered and culturally informed care such as assessments, stabilization and treatment.
Walkers Point Youth and Family Center provides free and confidential counseling and housing for runaway and homeless youth in Milwaukee. They can provide temporary shelter (up to 21 days) and crisis services, individual and family counseling and a longer term housing program called Insights Supportive Housing (up to 24 months).
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse Domestic Violence
Anesis, Center for Marriage and Family Therapy in Madison provides culturally aware mental health services including individual, couples and family counseling, mental health support groups and case management. Individuals will not be turned away due to an inability to pay, they offer sliding scale fees for people who qualify.
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Teens & Students BIPOC Men Women
The Milwaukee LGBT Community Center provides support services for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Their programs include free counseling services, a food pantry, a gender affirming boutique and services that are specially tailored to meet the needs of older members of the community as well as trans and nonbinary individuals.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women
Uplift WI is a free fully confidential telephone warmline service where individuals can call and speak with a peer specialist, in times of need. They can provide support to those who are experiencing mental health challenges and substance use disorder. They do not provide professional advice or counseling.
Journey Mental Health Center in Madison provides evidence based culturally sensitive mental health care. This includes a crisis hotline, crisis stabilization, mental health and substance abuse disorder assessments, individual counseling, peer support and medication assisted treatment. Services are offered in English and Spanish. They accept commercial insurance, Medicaid and Medicare.
Farmwell Wisconsin is a program that provides support for farmers in Wisconsin. Their services include a 24/7 crisis hotline, health and wellness promotion programs, tele-counseling sessions and assistance with connecting to local resources including counseling vouchers that help farmers and their families obtain free in-person counseling.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has a free online database where individuals can find the contact information and director names, by county, for their local health and human services department.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin is an organization that provides services for seniors and adults with disabilities. This includes Meals on Wheels, help with medical benefits, equipment lending, caregiver support and education, help with connecting to community resources and classes for healthy living.
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Men Women Seniors Disability
Mental Health and Substance Use Services in Outagamie County helps residents reduce the impact of mental illness and substance use disorders. They offer a 24/7 crisis hotline as well as contact information on behavioral health services on their webpage.