Peace of Mind Counseling, LLC
Find a Mental Health Therapist Who Fits Your Needs
Our Counselors
Jay Clark - MS, LPC, LPCC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor​
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I'm a licensed Professional Counselor in WI and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in MN. I take a humanistic approach to counseling. I believe nearly everyone has an ability to grow and change. I work with clients to align values, beliefs, cognitions, emotions, and behavior. I am influenced by Taoism, Buddhism, and science as well as Western societal values. I often work from an existential perspective, incorporating purpose and life meaning into my work with clients.
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Experience: 20 + years working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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Jackie Cody - MSW, LCSW
Psychotherapist
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I believe in helping clients discover their true sense of self. This discovery allows individuals to achieve their true potential and promotes healing, while restoring balance. I hold a Clinical Social Worker License in Wisconsin and Minnesota, and my practice is built on the belief that all individuals possess inherent strengths. I am committed to supporting individuals as they access those strengths while working through difficult issues and challenging times. I work with a diverse population including children, adolescents and their families, young adults, adults, and couples, and I tailor treatment to each individual and/or family. Some of my areas of interest involve depression, anxiety, anger issues, stress issues, unresolved grief and loss, chronic mental illness, self injury, suicidal ideation, parenting challenges, co-parenting, divorce/divorce recovery, and blended families. My approach generally focuses on mindfulness, self-esteem, and assistance with life transitions.
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Experience: 20 years working with a diverse population, including children, adolescents, young adults, families, and couples
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Maureen Neuville - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Consultant
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​While mostly retired, I continue to support Peace of Mind and its clients, sharing my expertise in ADHD and counseling young children and play therapy. I am part of the agency's Leadership team and I currently supervise the ADHD Assessment team of providers.
Experience: 25 years working with adolescents, adults, and families.
Karla Fennie - MS, LMFT
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor​​
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I hold my certification in Wisconsin for Marriage and Family Therapy. I believe small change can create a significant and vital impact in a person’s life. That small change can restore balance to a family system. I believe that in our fast-paced world, we gain benefits by accessing support through our communities to help adapt and sustain the change we are capable of creating. I have experience working with a range of issues including anger, anxiety, adjustment, conduct disorder, suicidal ideation/crisis, depression, and mental illness. A great deal of my focus lies in attachment, parent/child relationships, and transition to parenthood. In my approach, I tend to utilize trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, circle of security informed care, and Gottman couples therapy.
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Experience: 20+ years working with children, teens, and families
Chris Kuhl - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Functional Family Therapy Coordinator​
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I believe in a person-centered approach where healing is created through relationship. In my practice I strive to build relationships and expand supports systems by looking into the functions we find ourselves in. I pull from a wide range of interventions and theories and I work to partner with you to discover new outcomes while enhancing the strengths you already hold.
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Experience: 10+ years working with families, couples, adolescents, and adults in a way that respects and honors culture, values, and differences
Ashlee Vlasak - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist
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I take a humanistic approach to counseling and let the clients lead so you have control over your health journey. I have always valued the human's ability to persevere and grow, yet understand life can get in the way of progress. I believe we all deserve the chance to work through our struggles and gain support and education along the way. My passion has always been to listen and provide clients with a safe space. I value each individual and cater my approach towards your goals and needs. I incorporate CBT, DBT, IFS, and Solution-Focused therapy interventions into my work, as well as others. My goal is to provide you with support and education to bring out your best and allow each individual to see and utilize their strengths.
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Experience: 12 years working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. 10 years at PoM.
Amanda Erickson - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist
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Regardless of our perceived differences and worldviews, we all share a human experience. Rather than asking, "What is wrong with me?" let's explore what is happening to or around you that is creating barriers to happier and healthier living. I believe every person is their own expert. Utilizing a person-centered approach allows me to individualize each counseling relationship in order to fit the needs and goals of that particular person. Identifying and maximizing person strengths combined with healthy support systems can help us manage even the toughest life challenges. My areas of interest include child/adolescent trauma, life adjustments, LGBTQ+ populations, persons with intellectual/cognitive and neurodevelopmental challenges, depression, anxiety, autism, self-injury, suicidal ideation, and family distress/communication concerns.
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Experience: 10+ years working professionally in a therapeutic capacity with children, adults, and families. Thirty years dedicated to working as a helping professional in other capacities including inpatient psychiatry and residential care for individuals with disabilities.
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor
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I believe everyone has something valuable to share with the world. Therapy should be the safest place where you can learn where that value exists. I work with Christians and those of other faiths. I specialize in ADHD and autism assessment and intervention. I also have experience with complex mental health conditions, adoption, foster families, and victims of domestic violence or sexual assault.
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Experience: 10+ years working with adolescents, children special needs, and adults.
Erin Collins - MSW, LCSW
Psychotherapist
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I concentrate on building healthy and positive relationships by using a Person-Centered approach to empower, encourage, and motivate my clients. I value respect and aim to create a safe space for individuals to feel supported to achieve their goals and improve their overall mental health.
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Experience: 12 years working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. 8 years at Peace of Mind Counseling.
Keiko Knothe - MS, LPC
Lisa Burnham - MS, LPC, CSAC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, AODA Coordinator​
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Supervisor. I specialized in substance abuse therapy, addiction treatment, and recovery, utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Emotional Freedom Technique, Strengthening Families, and Personality Disorder Treatment, as needed. I believe in a person-centered and humanistic approach to therapy. I am also a Reiki Master and Teacher, and I enjoy incorporating energy work into my sessions!
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Experience: 10+ years providing treatment for teens, adults, and families
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Leah Williams - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist
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Welcome! I believe all people have the same basic goals for inner peace, happiness and self-awareness. I believe in a person-centered approach and creating a partnership with my clients to develop a plan for healing, positive change, and recovery. With a good support system and internal motivation, we are all capable of self-improvement and fundamental change. Utilizing your inner strength, you can make the changes you desire. There are obstacles to overcome in all aspects of life and together we can work to overcome depression, self-doubt, anxiety, trauma and challenging life issues. My strengths are assisting parents and children to cope with mental health challenges, substance abuse concerns, complicated family dynamics, and societal and economic issues. A primary goal of my work is to reduce a child’s negative emotional and behavioral responses to the trauma they have experienced, while using helpful learned coping skills. I believe there is always a positive and rewarding path forward.
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Experience: 12 years of successfully providing support and advocacy to children and families in crisis
Alicia Skiles, LPC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor
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I take a person-centered approach to counseling, honoring the direction and feedback clients and parents bring to counseling. I use strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, internal family systems therapy and eco-therapy to support change and growth. I offer sessions in the office, schools and local marsh and forest areas. I maintain certifications in TFCBT (Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy for ages 3-18); ART (Accelerated resolution therapy), CMNCS (Certified mental health and nutrition clinical specialist) and MovNat (natural movement).
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Experience: 10 + years as a nationally certified counselor. Experience in mental health crisis service and early childhood education.
Casey Denzine - MSW, LCSW
Psychotherapist
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Creativity and imagination are my guiding lights in therapy. Other influences include narrative therapy, Jungian psychology, mindfulness, and parts work. I believe it is important to meet clients where they are, wherever that may be. The hope is to help others embrace their authentic selves with loving kindness. My favorite service to provide is fantasy role-play therapy where clients can explore themselves through the magic of storytelling while building the confidence needed to connect with others. I am also trained in conducting ADHD assessments.
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Experience: 7 years working with teens, adults, and groups in a clinical setting
J Dobbins - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist​
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Therapy is a safe space in which I work eclectically to suit the needs of the individual. A key component to my practice is developing an authentic, collaborative, and compassionate therapeutic relationship, demonstrating genuine respect and unconditional positive regard for all clients. I believe that my role is that of a collaborative thought partner who can foster growth. I work to empower my clients with help, healing, and hope as they learn to make positive life choices and changes unique to their individual needs. This is the hard-won benefit of having known suffering. My goal is to help individuals reach their highest potential and to help families live more harmonious and happier lives together.
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Experience: 6+ years supporting clients across the lifespan, most recently providing school-based mental health services for children, adolescents, and their families in varying capacities.
Casey Bohlman - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist​
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I take a cognitive and experiential approach to counseling. I try to remove the barriers of service that get in the way of the help my client's need. I find interactive ways to connect with clients to develop the trust they need to make the changes they deserve. I am happy to offer office visits or come to your home, school, or community to provide you with top quality counseling services.
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Experience: 12+ years working with adolescents, adults, couples,
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Rachel Unseth - MS, LPC, SAC
Psychotherapist
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​As a counselor and therapist, my job is to provide a safe environment with a foundation rooted in genuineness, acceptance, and empathy. I see myself as a mirror and an instrument to help you heal, grow, and move forward. I believe that mindfulness, meditation, and/or breath work are all essential elements of healing, and I encourage concurrent bodywork such as yoga, massage, somatics, and exercise to create a holistic approach to recovery. Regarding drug and alcohol issues, I will work with anyone who needs an assessment, is mandated by the courts or probation, currently struggling, sober, or in recovery. I support 12-Step Groups, SMART Recovery, and most of all, the spiritual principles of recovery. Two concepts that reflect my recovery philosophy are 1. The opposite of addiction is connection, and 2. HOW it works is Honesty, Openness, and Willingness.
Other than addiction, I am interested in family/relationship issues, codependency issues, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, employment issues, social environment problems, legal issues, harm reduction, self-worth issues, and trauma, including developmental, attachment disorders, neglect, domestic violence, and abuse (emotional, verbal, sexual, physical). Some theories and techniques I integrate into my practice are ACT, DBT, Reality Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and Tapping and Emotional Freedom Techniques.
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Experience: 8+ years of experience counseling individuals, couples, families, and group therapy
Chris Rinkenberger - MS, LPC, NCC
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Coordinator of Neurosequential Model of Therapeutic (NMT) Services
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I have a multi-faceted clinical experience serving others. I am an adoptive parent and spent many years as a treatment foster parent. I have worked in outpatient and residential settings, as well as the jail and juvenile detention center. I believe strongly in the power of connection with others. While I am grounded in person-centered & strengths-based therapy, I take an eclectic approach in my work with people. Ultimately, I believe that we are all capable of change given the right tools and environment.
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Experience: 10+ years working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in varying capacities
Lisa Smith - MS, LPC-IT
Psychotherapist​
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I believe that each person has within them the ability to grow and heal. I feel honored to be a part of the journey to wellness while they learn more about their selves and their personal strengths. I use a person-centered approach that recognizes individual strengths as well as cognitive behavioral, narrative, and Adlerian approaches. My counseling interests are trauma, LGBTQ+ populations, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, adjustment disorder, communication skills, coping skills, mindfulness, self-injury, suicidal ideation, and stress.
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Experience: 7+ years working with adolescents and adults in varying capacities.
Jennalee Oefstedahl - EdD, LPC
Psychotherapist
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. I gravitate towards narrative and postmodern approaches, but I adapt therapy to meet the needs of the individual, couple, or family. I believe you know your story and/or struggles better than anyone and I provide the safe space for you to explore your experiences and challenge yourself to make the changes you desire.
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​Experience: I have been a practicing clinician for 6 years and a counselor educator in master’s and doctoral programs for 5 years
Rebecca Kreger - MS, LPC, LPCC
Psychotherapist​
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I completed my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in AODA and Eating Disorders at the University of Wisconsin, Stout. During that time, I was initiated into the Iota Sigma Chi chapter of Chi Sigma Iota, an international honor society for counseling students, educators, and professionals, as an Executive Board Member. I am also a veteran of the United States Army. My clinical experience includes providing individual and various group therapy services, such as Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training, to adolescents and adults in the community as well as institutions in both Minnesota and Wisconsin.
I am certified as an Anger Management Specialist-I through the National Anger Management Association, I’m a QPR Gatekeeper for suicide prevention, I’ve completed DBT Foundational Training through the Linehan Institute, and I am working toward certification as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach using evidence-based therapeutic methods such as Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I have experience working with anger, depression, mindfulness, anxiety, self esteem, adjustment disorders, suicidal ideations, relationship struggles, crisis counseling, emotional and behavioral disorders, domestic violence, and trauma. I currently specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depressive disorders, and I am certified in both EMDR and ART.
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Experience: 10 years working with children and adults in a variety of capacities and settings.
Kayla Leichtnam - MSW
Psychotherapist
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Welcome! As a mental health therapist, I provide compassionate and personalized support to individuals ranging from school-age children to adults. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, symptoms of ADHD, and familial issues. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment for self-exploration and healing. I've obtained specialized training in Functional Family Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered approach. Together, we will work through obstacles to help you achieve your mental health goals and improve your overall well-being.
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​Experience: 10+ years working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Beth Mullen-Houser - PhD, LP
Psychotherapist
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Thanks for stopping by! Everyone has uncomfortable feelings at times. I work with clients to uncover and heal the parts of themselves that are stuck in distress and harmful ways of coping. These internal changes allow clients to be more fully themselves, living a rich, full and meaningful life. I utilize various forms of psychotherapy, adapting and tailoring to the particular needs of each client, including Internal Family Systems and other compassion and mindfulness-based approaches. I strive to be respectful, humble, curious, compassionate and flexible. I believe in the dignity, unique strengths, and worth of every individual.
I have studied and published on the relationship between our thoughts and feelings and our physical and mental health. Outside of my therapy practice I enjoy the beauty of the Driftless area including hiking, biking and canoeing, reading novels (my most recent favorite authors include Elizabeth Acevedo, Jasmine Guillory, Leah Johnson and Sandhya Menon), cooking using our CSA veggies and eating at restaurants with cuisine from around the world. Before becoming a psychologist I was fortunate to have many mini-careers, including teaching and/or traveling in Japan, Europe, Mexico and Canada, being a national park ranger in both Colorado and California and staffing the front desk of the Madison Urban League. I can often be found in our backyard playing with my family, including our dog.
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Experience: 15+ years practicing psychotherapy
Rhonda R. Rhodes - MA, LPC, SAC
Psychotherapist​
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor in WI. I take a client-centered and strengths-based approach to treating clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, substance abuse, and other chronic mental health issues. I focus on a client’s entire well-being including physical, emotional, and spiritual health to support personal growth and change.
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​Experience: 6+ years working with adults, families, and couples
Angela Goethel - EDD, LPC, NCSP
​Psychotherapist
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I'm a licensed Professional Counselor in WI and also a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. In addition to my 5 years of experience as a counselor, I have 11 years of experience as a school psychologist. I continue to enjoy working with individuals of all ages as they seek to realize their own goals in the area of healing, wellness, growth, and development. I ascribe to an integrative, multicultural approach which is person-centered, strength-centered, and solution-focused. I have also completed additional training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and play therapy. I believe that all people have tremendous capacity for personal insight, motivation, and growth. I view the client as the expert in their own life and see my role as joining clients in active dialogue, providing structure, and integrating additional approaches that are relevant to, and effective with individual needs, goals, and worldviews.
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Experience: 15 years working with children, adolescents, and adults in the clinical and school settings
Kristina Bechtel - MS, APSW
Psychotherapist
I received my APSW in April 2022 and have been providing therapy services for Peace of Mind, LLC since August 2022. I have experience working with individuals or couples experiencing the following: Chronic and Acute Trauma, Anger Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Chronic and Acute Stress, Life Transitions, Unresolved Grief and Loss, Suicidal Ideation, Self-Injury. More specifically, the bulk of my experience has involved working with teens and young adults experiencing addiction and/or mental health disabilities. I believe in utilizing a trauma-informed and person-centered approach with my clients. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems interventions.
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Experience: 11+ years working with adults and transitional age youth (ages 14-21)
Lisa Miller, MS, LPC, LSW
Psychotherapist​
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I am a Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, also certified in Motivational Interviewing. I take a Person-Centered approach to working with others with a strong emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My belief is that we all have the ability to make positive changes in our lives with the correct mindset.
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Experience: 20 + years working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families
Caitlyn Snyder - MS, LPC, SAC-IT
Psychotherapist
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My approach is simple - I believe you're the expert on your own life. I'm here to listen, without judgement, and help you figure out what works for you. Whether it's finding new ways to handle tough situations or uncovering what makes life meaningful, we'll work together to build something that feels good for you. I often use tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help tackle emotional difficulties. Currently, I am contracted full-time at Onalaska High School, where I support teens with their mental health and growth.
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Experience: I began my career in mental health in 2018 as a peer support specialist. I began practicing mental health and substance abuse counseling in 2022.
Bethany Hart - MSW, APSW
Psychotherapist
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I believe that everyone does their best with the tools they have. I am here to walk with you and help you acquire new tools to improve your overall quality of life. I provide a comfortable and supportive environment to help you safely explore and work through your worries, thoughts, and emotions. I am an Advanced Practice Social Worker and Qualified Therapist in Training, with a master’s degree in clinical social work from UW Madison. I have clinical experience working with a variety of clients from ages three to seventy-three. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) in addition to having experience working with preschool aged children with severe autism. I have experience assisting clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, complex trauma, anger, sadness, loss, adjustment, transition, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, attachment, abuse, disruptive behavioral disorders, foster care, out-of-home placement, relationships, developmental disabilities, personality disorders, etc.
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Experience: 7 (+) years working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in varying capacities
Samuel Mahr, MS, LPCC, LPC
Psychotherapist
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from person-centered and humanistic foundations, as well as cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the driver of change, and I strive to create a warm, collaborative space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered. I work best with children ages 10 and up and teenagers, and also support adults navigating a range of concerns. I have experience working with individuals managing mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
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Experience: 7 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults in school-based, community, and outpatient settings.
Brittanie Hundt-Williamson - APSW
Psychotherapist
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Hope and healing is fueled by connection. While we all experience difficulties, we do not have to do so alone. Beauty and joy can be found through connecting with others, ourselves, and the world around us. I approach my work with the idea that everyone is an expert in their own life. I value my role in accompanying others on their individual journey and to support the pursuit of their goals. I utilize a strengths-based, client-centered approach while maintaining a non-judgmental space for clients to reflect, process, and grow, and I am dedicated to enhancing access to trauma-informed and culturally affirming behavioral health care and supporting the mental wellness of our community.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, including young children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have experience and particular interest working with clients seeking support in the following areas: anxiety, depression, children’s behavioral and emotional difficulties, life transitions, trauma, suicidal ideation and self-harm, LGBTQIA+ identities, and culturally affirming care. I consider myself a life-long learner, and I work to continually adapt my clinical approach based on my clients’ needs. My work is informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Brief Dynamic Therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care. When working with children, I also incorporate child-centered play-in-therapy techniques. My passion is utilizing creative approaches to support my clients’ individual goals and self-expression.
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Experience: 10+ years of experience working in residential treatment, case management, childcare, and therapy.
Jenni Ward - MSW, LCSW
Psychotherapist
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I believe in building a safe, genuine and positive relationship, finding balance in a sometimes overwhelming world through a strength-based, holistic approach. A guide and witness to trauma, depression and anxiety in addition to everyday struggles that may decrease enjoyment and joy. Creatively and respectfully finding the best approach to get back to living your best life.
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Experience: I have been a social worker for 10 years working with children, adults, and couples.
Casey Graff - MS, LPC-IT, SAC-IT
Psychotherapist​
I integrate a person-centered approach with DBT techniques in my practice. Through education and training in trauma, I provide effective support to children, teens, and adults, helping them develop social-emotional skills, build confidence, and foster self-growth. My background also includes working with individuals facing substance use challenges, offering evidence-based support aimed at promoting recovery and personal development. I believe in creating a collaborative, supportive therapeutic relationship where clients are empowered to take control of their healing journey. My approach is individualized, ensuring each person receives the personalized guidance and support they need to achieve their unique goals, whether related to emotional well-being, substance use recovery, or personal growth.
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Experience: Extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults across a wide range of diagnoses.
Alex Diciaula - MS, LPC
Psychotherapist​​
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I'm a licensed Professional Counselor in WI. I take a person-centered and humanistic approach towards empowering my clients through emotional validation and encouragement. I believe in promoting self-awareness, acceptance, highlighting strengths and gratitude to improve motivation and optimism. I am influenced by mindfulness, yoga, and spiritual philosophy, blended with neuropsychology and generational pattern awareness. I specialize in EMDR.
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​Experience: 3+ years working with children, adolescent, and adults.
Jack Schilling - MS, LPC-IT
Psychotherapist​​
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I work with ages 16+ through a strengths-based approach with a focus on adapting to each individual’s needs. Identifying challenges and overcoming obstacles, based on a client’s current and unique circumstances, leads my clinical approach. I believe sharing experiences and recognizing patterns in a safe, supportive environment helps to facilitate growth and challenge the self. My areas of interest include: anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, self-esteem, stress issues, life transitions, trauma, complex family relationships, schizophrenia, developmental disabilities, and advocacy. Through reflection and gaining understanding of your life, we will work to develop skills and modify current behaviors to make changes you are looking for.
Krista Wurzel - MSW, APSW
Psychotherapist​
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I utilize a person-centered, strengths-based approach when working with individuals to help them overcome whatever barriers may be getting in their way of living the life they want. I also utilize expressive play and play therapy techniques when working with children. I feel building a strong therapeutic alliance is most important and I utilize various modalities when working with individuals based upon their needs. I am also trained in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), which helps individuals change images of trauma or everyday stress to help them be less distressing.
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Experience: 15+ years working with adolescents, adults, and families.
Fritz Noelke - MS, LPC-IT, SAC-IT
Psychotherapist​
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I am a dual diagnosis therapist. I believe that it is important to be a dual diagnosis therapist when working with addiction because addiction is usually the result of people trying to self-medicate their underlying mental health issues. My preferred approaches include Person Centered Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
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Experience: 2+ years working children, teens, and adults.
Josh Behling - MS, LPC-IT
Psychotherapist​
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I primarily work with children and adolescents through a person-centered and strengths-based approach. Providing a safe and secure environment, I work with each client towards building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, respect, and empathic understanding. I incorporate elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, art therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness into sessions while we develop strength-based skills to help facilitate growth. My areas of interest are anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment disorders, trauma, suicidal ideation, ADHD, anger management, and self-esteem. I view clients as the experts on their own lives and I believe every person has creative powers that can be unlocked when provided with an environment rooted in acceptance.
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Experience: 2 years serving clients in Jackson, La Crosse, and Monroe counties, working with children, teens, and adults.
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Dayna McGuire - APSW, SAC-IT
Psychotherapist
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I work with clients across diverse relational structures, including monogamy, non-monogamy, and non-traditional family systems. My clinical focus spans neurodivergence (e.g. ADHD, Autism Spectrum), 2SLGTBQIA+ issues, spirituality, grief, identity crises, anxiety, depression, parenting, blended families, and addiction recovery. My goal is to help clients heal from trauma, and my lens is that "mental illness" is often rooted in adaptive responses to our past.​ I believe our early coping strategies, while protective, can become barriers to growth. My eclectic, client-centered approach supports individuals in in uncovering their own truths and navigating healing with compassion. I have interest in numerous therapeutic frames including Internal Family Systems (IFS), brain-spotting, somatic work, Polyvagal Theory, and Attachment Theories.
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Experience: Working with individuals, couples, and families. Specializing in healing from acute and developmental trauma.
El (Elisha) Allen - MA, LPC-IT
Psychotherapist
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I believe in holding a raw, compassionate space where all parts of a person are welcome. My goal is to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, curiosity, and genuine connection, because I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and heard. My path to counseling began in cosmetology school, where I realized I was more passionate about meaningful conversations with clients than I was about styling hair. That experience led me into the mental health field, and I’ve never looked back! Over the years, in various parts of the country, I’ve worked with children, supported young adults in an inpatient mental health treatment center, and served college students through my university’s counseling center.
My areas of clinical interest include trauma, PTSD, treatment-resistant anxiety and depression, personality and mood disorders, relationship concerns, ID/DD, and major life transitions. I find I am particularly invested in working with women, young adults, teen moms, and individuals navigating perinatal mental health. I take an interpersonal, human-centered approach to therapy, drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Interpersonal Process Therapy (IPT), and Psychodynamic Therapy, and often integrating tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). In our work together, my hope is to create a space where you feel safe to show up as you are, explore your story, and move toward healing at your own pace.
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Experience: Working with individuals (children-middle aged adults) with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD) and their families
Amelia Pearson - Intern
Counseling Intern
I am currently an intern working towards my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (LPC) at Viterbo University. I will graduate in May of 2025. I serve clients in both La Crosse and Monroe County, primarily working clients (age 13+) experiencing relationship strain, family dynamic problems, career confusion, adjustment disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety. We are all constantly making choices. From what we eat to who we marry, our choices create the life we live. There are as many options as there are choices, although a shift in perspective may be necessary to fully visualize this. Conceptualizing our truest desires is more than an idealistic pastime; it’s how we create the life we want! I help clients develop deeper self-awareness and discover what they truly desire in life. I empower clients to choose intentionally so they can live authentically.
Counseling Intern
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All my life I have been an educator, and I view counseling as yet another type of education, one that deals with the inner world. I strive to help clients understand themselves, what they truly value, and how they can get the most out of their relationships and their life. I work with all age levels and am particularly keen to help with eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and sexual and substance abuse.
Karen Coleman - PhD
Mya Dehning - Intern
Counseling Intern
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I am currently working towards my Master of Social Work degree at Winona State University. I serve clients, of all ages, in the La Crosse area. I am happy to offer visits in the office, school, or community. I believe in the therapeutic power of connection and collaboration. I hope to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals are empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions, confront challenges, and cultivate resilience.
