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*Not accepting new patients* Krystal graduated with her Bachelors in Social work and Psychology from the University of Whitewater. She went on to study her Masters in Advanced Clinical Social Work at George Williams College. Krystal has a passion for working with our most vulnerable populations. She specialize in treating trauma in children and adolescents. With a background that includes working with high-profile trauma cases early in her career, she brings a wealth of experience and insight to her practice. Her time spent working in school settings has further enhanced her ability to support young people in navigating challenges both at home and in their academic environments. This unique blend of experience and knowledge enables her to offer a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to healing and growth. Krystal is passionate about helping individuals move through trauma, build resilience, and create lasting change.

*Accepting new patients* Tamara is a licensed professional counselor with a master's degree in guidance and counseling from Bowling Green State University. She specializes in working with tweens, teens, and adults, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship concerns, and supporting the LGBTQ+ population. Using therapeutic techniques like person-centered therapy, CBT, interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR, Tamara customizes treatment to meet each client's unique needs. She is committed to building healing relationships that promote personal growth in a supportive therapeutic environment.

*Not accepting new patients* Mary graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelor's in Social Work and Psychology. She went on to receive her Master's in Social Work at the University of Minn. Mary retired from the Mayo Clinic after 32 years of service. Mary specializes in geriatric, adult, and medical psychiatry. Mary utilizes a variety of therapies to meet her clients individual needs; starting with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs while working towards your best self.

*Accepting new patients* Laurie has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. She earned her Grief Support Specialist Certificate from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Her clinical experience includes providing individual and group counseling to treat substance use disorders and mental health disorders, including grief and brainspotting. Laurie facilitates therapy sessions using an eclectic approach, which is based in Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. Laurie uses a trauma informed and strengths based approach. Her philosophy is to meet clients where they are at while empowering the client, identifying strengths, instilling hope, and providing support throughout the treatment process

*Not accepting new patients* Sabrina holds a Master's Degree in Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. She has clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. She works with anger, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, depression, parenting, and relationship/attachment issues. Sabrina is versed in providing support and education to parents and caregivers of children and teens struggling with mental health issues. She has experience running groups for children in school settings and for parents and caregivers. Sabrina operates from an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment, and Psychodynamic Theory to inform her work. She utilizes mindfulness, play therapy, sand tray, and creativity in her treatment approaches. Sabrina is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR which is used to treat trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, and other distressing life experiences. Her goal is to create a secure space for children, teens, and their families to foster hope and growth toward living a valued and productive life

*Not accepting new patients* Cara's approach is individualized for each client utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. Cara also utilizes experiential art based therapy and play based therapy interventions. She see children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, and adults. Cara specialize in working with individuals who have issues with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, PTSD, grief/loss, and substance use. She also has a special interest in working with LGBTQIA individuals.

*Not accepting new patients* Mary Kate is a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Mary Kate received a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UW-Whitewater. Mary Kate has provided extensive work with children and adolescents for over 15 years, having a strong passion for helping them with traumatic experiences. She provides EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapy to aid those who are suffering from traumatic experiences find healing. Mary Kate loves to get creative with mental health and uses unique ways for children and families to express and identify their feelings, advocate for themselves, and help them to understand themselves on a deeper level. Mary Kate's goals for clients are to learn to heal, to help them gain tools to work through their struggles, and help them find self-love. She believes every client deserves to be heard and have their story listened to. Mary Kate works at our downtown location.

*Accepting new patients* Bri received her Master’s degree in Counselor Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She primarily works with adolescents and adults who have anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. She also has some experience working with those with substance use disorders. Bri draws from theories such as Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Person Centered. She utilizes mindfulness in her work as well. Bri’s goal is to meet clients where they are at and provide a safe space by demonstrating authenticity, veracity, and unconditional positive regard.

*Accepting new patients* Jyotsna (pronounced “joe-tsnuh”) brings warmth, compassion, and wonder into the therapeutic space. With a deeply-rooted belief in the inherent worth of every being, she engages participants with respect and non-judgement. She also understands that mental wellness is connected to many areas of one’s life and, thus, approaches therapy that is attuned to one’s mind, body, spirit, and cultural environment. Jyotsna has worked with participants across the lifespan in various settings, where she has helped people work toward building hope, developing a strong sense of an authentic self, and connecting meaningfully with others. When working with children, Jyotsna encourages her participants to communicate through play, which has been understood to be their primary language. In doing so, she believes that participants can show up as their full selves and more easily share their internal world. Jyotsna’s formal training in different types of neuro-affirming play therapy allows her to facilitate this process and communicate with participants in their natural language. Jyotsna approaches healing in a variety of ways and engages several modalities to facilitate this process, such as Spiritually-Integrative Psychotherapy (SIP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindful Self Compassion (MSC), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She does also have specialized training in Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), a brief therapy that can offer a way to contextualize the mosaic of joyous and painful experiences and empower an individual to reclaim their own story.