Therapists for college students near 53715

Healing takes courage—and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor offering telehealth sessions across Wisconsin, and I specialize in supporting college students and young adults who feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected from themselves. My own healing journey has shaped the way I show up in therapy: real, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I know what it’s like to face pain and choose growth, and I create a space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered to make lasting change. Life can feel overwhelming. Between academic pressures, relationships, family expectations, and figuring it all out, it’s easy to feel weighed down or anxious. In therapy, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, uncover patterns that no longer serve you, and develop practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and reconnect with your inner strength. This is a collaborative space where your voice matters, your feelings are valid, and your growth is the priority. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), combined with mindfulness, body awareness, and practical coping strategies. I help young adults break free from old patterns, process what hurts, and build confidence, clarity, and resilience—supporting healing on every level: mind, body, and spirit. I bring authenticity, empathy, and even a touch of humor to sessions so you can feel safe, challenged, and supported as you grow. In our first session, we’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, clarify your goals, and begin shaping a personalized plan that works for your life. Flexible telehealth sessions make it easy to start from anywhere—dorm, apartment, or home. Together, we’ll take intentional steps toward healing, growth, and empowerment. Whether it’s anxiety, trauma, grief, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can be a turning point—and I’ll be here to walk alongside you. Your next chapter starts here.

To people looking in from the outside, your life looks pretty great. On the inside, though? You’re replaying a conversation from last week on repeat, wondering what they thought of you and whether you should or shouldn’t have said this or that. You often overthink or overanalyze decisions to the point where you feel paralyzed in making a choice at all. Imagine a life where you… - No longer feel controlled by your thoughts - Can celebrate your imperfections - Feel confident making decisions & expressing your point of view - Are driven by your true passions & values I specialize in working with clients who are craving a sense of freedom in their lives. They’re tired of feeling defined by their anxiety or like no one in their life can really understand what they’re going through. My clients are willing to get vulnerable and embrace their imperfections (even when it’s uncomfortable) in order to make a difference in their life and their world. My approach to therapy is direct, honest, and driven by methods that actually work. I want to help you identify what’s truly important to you, confront your fears, and create change in your life.

Are you a tired adult exhausted from the daily stress? Are you exploring who you are and want to learn more about your spicy brain 🌶️ (ADHD, Autism, other neurodiversities)? Do you struggle with feelings of overwhelm and hopelessness? I hear you and am glad you are taking the first steps to getting support! Wildflower Mental Wellness provides online-based mental health therapy in Wisconsin to those who are trying to find a healthy balance between daily stress, feelings of overwhelm, and adulting. We will take time and discuss how to best support you. Your journey and healing is tailored to you and what you need from therapy. Whether you are looking for tangible skills/strategies or want to process your past traumas, Wildflower Mental Wellness is here when you are ready to get started! Wildflower Mental Wellness is currently accepting new clients- Please reach out via email to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or your first session!

It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, or physical stress. I work particularly with parents and clients dealing with ADHD, Life choices, anxiety, self-esteem and accountability. I assist clients in adjusting to unexpected life transitions by constructing healthier boundaries with themselves and others to balance their lifestyles. I value the importance of creating a supportive, transparent, and collaborative relationship throughout the therapy process. I do this by providing a safe space for clients to embrace their vulnerabilities. Difficult experiences often show up in the body. Accessing embodied experience helps clients evolve. These shifts in the body have a corresponding effect on our actions, routines, and relationships. Through mindful awareness, we discover how the body holds our experiences. We learn to recognize habitual patterns and create new ones. The healing starts now...

Are you struggling with communication in your intimate relationships, feeling isolated, coping with a difficult breakup, transitioning majors or phases of life, or experiencing grief from a loss? As a licensed psychologist, I work with students, focusing on the "here-and-now" to help clients make build more effective and rewarding relationships, develop insight, and break through internal and external barriers. I aim for an environment of support, compassion, and challenge. I specialize in processing grief and loss, men’s issues and masculinities, relationship distress, immigration/minority stress, building self-compassion, and transitions (e.g., questions about a major and career change) through collaborative approaches. I predominantly use interpersonal, relational, and dynamic therapies to help clients reach their goals.

Are you struggling with feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and anxious? Maybe you've experienced something difficult or a new transition into college. I work with college students who are struggling to adjust, feeling stuck and want to feel more connected to themselves. Whether you've experienced a sexual assault or something traumatic, or are looking to understand yourself better, I am here to be a safe part of your journey. As a therapist, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship (a.k.a open communication and safety in our sessions). If you're looking to heal symptoms stemming from anxiety, depression or other mood disorders, feel free to reach out!

I work with folks looking to understand their own identity. Whether that be in relation to themself or others. Balancing life as an emerging adult while being a college student can be overwhelming. I specialize in working with folks who are queer, trans, gender expansive, and neurodivergent. I am trained in a trauma therapy called EMDR, which can help people who have experienced traumatic events to find healing. I support folks in finding skills for regulating their emotions, sitting in the discomfort of hard feelings, and being more present in their day to day life.

Hello! My name is Sarah Maleck and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping people get “unstuck” in their lives and their relationships. Transitioning into college, and into adulthood in general, is a time filled with many changes and decisions, which can feel overwhelming and may leave you feeling stuck. Let's work together to figure out your best path and ways to move forward towards your best self!

It’s hard to be a human, but we don’t have to do it alone. Holding an LPC license and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Bailey is a relational therapist who leads with the idea of, ‘if it’s important to you, it’s important’. Therapy is not a one size fits all approach, and Bailey tailors her work to meet you where you are, walk alongside you and build genuine, authentic, real, therapeutic relationships. Throughout her journey in the field, Bailey is grounded in her experience working in mental health case management, teaching at Indiana University, facilitating programs at the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and incorporates her experience in the way she seeks to understand, explore, challenge and recognize areas of stress and also resilience that her clients navigate. Using a curated blend of EMDR, ACT, CBT, polyvagal and relational therapy, Bailey specializes in work with young adults, college students, young women, educators/teachers and aspiring therapists/helping professionals to process identity building, boundary setting, relationship dynamics, trauma, anxiety, depression and adjustment to life transitions. Many things can be true at the same time, and Bailey is ready to walk with you to hold life’s many feelings. Bailey believes that therapy is not a ‘one size fits all' approach. She recognizes that the individual is the expert in their own life, and therefore, her approach is to walk alongside each person to provide a validating, empathic and nonjudgmental space for care. With that, Bailey tailors each session to the individual’s goals while leaning into various modalities and training that may include: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Polyvagal Therapy, and/or Mindfulness and Person Centered therapy. Life and our experiences are all relative, and Bailey values the idea of, ‘if it's important to you, it's important’. Therefore, it is vital to hold space to work through life’s various coexisting moving parts in support of our overall wellness.

At New Growth, therapy is more than talk — it’s a return to your natural rhythm. Just as the seasons shift, roots reach deep, and branches stretch quietly towards the sun, we believe growth happens when you’re given the right conditions: safety, compassion, and space to breathe. We offer individual counseling grounded in clinical wisdom and a deep respect for the ways we grow when we listen inward. Rooted in authenticity and guided by curiosity, our work together invites you to slow down, tune in, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have been pushed aside. You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need a place to begin. Together, we’ll untangle what feels heavy, explore what’s been holding you back, and nurture what’s been waiting to emerge. Let’s find the path forward together — one that feels steady, grounded, and uniquely yours.

Brene Brown says that shame can only exist in a vacuum – real healing comes from sharing, connecting, and being met with total acceptance towards whatever is causing you pain or holding you back. Whatever brings you to seek therapy, I’ll meet you there with warmth, compassion, laughter, and a promise to see the you who exists beyond the struggles and pain that have brought you to this point. My clients often come to work with me when they’re looking to learn how to navigate times of transition, find ways to cope, and bring joy and purpose back to their lives. My ultimate goal is to meet you right where you are and direct our therapeutic work towards exactly what your healing needs. You might see traces of Acceptance & Commitment therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed Care and good old empathy & connection within our sessions. Together, we’ll find a balance that lights you up – we’ll probably laugh, sometimes cry, maybe cuss a little bit (if that’s your thing) – but ultimately together, we’ll name what’s keeping you stuck, make meaning of the hard, and move forward towards the good. I specialize in supporting: • College students • People in their 20s, 30s, and 40s • Older adolescents • Times of transition & adjustment disorder • LGBT & Gender-affirming care • Anxiety and depression • Self-esteem • Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postnatal • Young parents

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and burned out? Feel like you want to make changes but don't know where to start? Looking to connect and feel more embodied? Have more energy and feel better about yourself and your place in the world? I offer a safe space where we integrate mental health therapy with yoga therapy, mindfulness and movement. The Enneagram Personality Profile is another tool I use with clients which creates the foundation of understanding who you are, what motivates you and how you deal with stress. My treatment style is solution-focused, positive, and strength-based. I believe the body can help heal the mind.

Hi!!! I'm excited to meet you!! :) Sessions with me are $45 because you deserve affordable, immediate therapy! You're ready to prioritize yourself! You might feel like you're barely holding it together, and you deserve to be in control of your own feelings! We all deserve a safe and trusted person to confide in! You want care that actually sees you, and helps you move forward! My name is Michelle, but I go by Mimi! Together, we can work to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to live the life you deserve! My clients often come to therapy feeling lost, but after working together, they often feel more like they have a path, a plan, and a purpose!

It is a tremendous privilege to be welcomed into people's stories. As a therapist, I do not take this for granted. I am deeply passionate about healing work, helping folks to find more meaning in their lives, and to remind individuals of their unique wisdom within. A therapeutic approach should not be “one size fits all”. I tailor my services to meet clients where they are on their wellness journey and learn more about their specific needs, hopes, and goals. Considering the mind, body, and spirit, I embrace a “whole person” approach to working with clients as I believe our healing power is maximized when we look holistically at our being. It would be a pleasure to connect with you. Please do reach out with a text, email, or call if you have any questions or curiosities. You deserve to remember how remarkable life can be. I work with a variety of insurance companies or have a flat $100/hr out-of-pocket rate if you will not be using insurance.

Amy Wilhelmi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) serving clients in Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Virginia. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in trauma, relationship issues, and family conflict, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for diverse family structures and identities, including the LGBTQ+ community. Amy's practice integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness. She also provides Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which is available both virtually and in clients' homes, allowing her to address complex needs with innovative methods. In addition to therapy, Amy is trained in Divorce Mediation, providing a peaceful and financially responsible alternative to traditional divorce proceedings. Her practice offers flexibility, with in-person sessions available in West Dundee, Illinois, and telehealth options throughout her licensed states.

I work with adults who may be struggling with adjustment issues, stress, anxiety, and depression. My approach to therapy is being open, empowering and meeting you where you are. The environment that I create is one of trust and peace. I want you to be yourself. My job is to create a safe space for you to communicate openly and freely in a trusting, nonjudgmental environment. I believe that you are the expert on all things you. Collaboration is key in our work together so that you can develop goals that are attainable, reflect your needs and strengths and enhance your life in a positive way.

Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Amanda Tieri, and I’ve been a social worker for over 15 years. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals and families through some of life’s most challenging and most meaningful moments. My work has taken place primarily in healthcare settings, where I’ve supported people of all ages and backgrounds as they navigate illness, loss, transitions, and healing. What I’ve learned over the years is that every person’s story matters. Whether you’re seeking therapy for the first time or returning to it after some time away, I want you to know that this is a space where you will be heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and a deep belief in your capacity for growth. I bring not only clinical experience but also a genuine curiosity about who you are and what matters most to you.

"""Kelly Fink is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in mental health and primary care. She specializes in treating addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and psychosis, providing compassionate, patient-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults. Kelly believes in treating the whole person, considering each individual’s unique needs, goals, and experiences within the context of their family, work, and social life. She has experience working in primary care settings, where she began addressing mental health concerns for patients with limited access to specialized services. This inspired her to pursue advanced training in psychiatric mental health to better support individuals facing complex mental health challenges. Kelly is dedicated to serving diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and survivors of trauma. She is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally sensitive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Outside of her clinical work, Kelly enjoys animal rescue, hiking, baking, crafting, and spending quality time with her husband and children. Her holistic approach, combined with a deep passion for mental health advocacy, helps her empower clients to achieve lasting wellness and balance in their lives."""

Is worry, fear, or physical symptoms of anxiety holding you back? Feel like your mind is in a million places at once? Challenges with procrastination? Has substance use become a way to cope? Have you noticed it affecting your relationships? I support my clients with anxiety, low mood, ADHD and substance abuse find their way forward. My specialties include substance abuse, anxiety, ADHD and stress management. I am trained as an art therapist and value creative expression as a form of healing. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to address thought and behavior patterns.

Hi, I’m Ben Fendrich, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin. I specialize in supporting adults navigating mood challenges, including bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. My approach is warm, engaging, and collaborative—I provide a supportive space to process life’s stressors, whether they stem from work, relationships, or personal struggles. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives, develop coping strategies, and help you move forward with confidence and clarity.