Life Coaching Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

Welcome! My name is Lori Marhefke. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Wisconsin. My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered. I typically focus on anxiety, panic, grief, trauma, and shame. I work with a variety of clients. Most of my clients are facing very stressful life transitions related to work, school, or family. I am comfortable treating anxiety, panic, grief, trauma and shame.

Has life events left you wounded and confused? Do you feel hopeless and alone? Are you grieving the loss of someone or something? Do you crave freedom from negative thinking and dysfunctional behaviors? Do you seek true spiritual direction? Do you need someone to really listen to, understand, and support you? If you answer yes to any of these questions or have more questions, then we should talk. In a supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they want.

Sometimes life can get chaotic and you don't know which direction to go or who to turn to. Whether you are dealing with family issues, parenting challenges, career transitions, or everyday anxiety, Olive Branch Therapy and Family Services LLC is here to help. An olive branch represents peace, and if you are ready to find peace in your life, we are here to help.

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.

My focus is identifying an individual's strengths in order to effectively address problems in life.

Founder and CEO of LifeStriders. Clinical Supervisor for over 15 years, DEI certified. I am experienced in: Abuse & Trauma, Anger Management, ADD/ADHD, Children/Teen Issues,Career Counseling/Job Loss,Couples/Marriage & Relationship Enhancement,Depression, Diabetes, Bipolar Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Domestic Violence,Parenting & Constructive Discipline,Grief,Low Self Esteem,Parenting Children with Special Needs, Reactive Attachment Disorder/Adoption,School Issues/ Behavior Problems/ IEP's, Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, PTSD, Social Anxiety,Stress Management,Veterans Post-War Anxiety/Depression & Re-adjustment. DE&I certified

Our ideal client is someone who is motivated to delve into self-discovery and personal growth, seeking assistance for positive change. They may be facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. What they're looking for is a safe, non-judgmental environment to openly express their thoughts and emotions. We work with clients who are eager to collaborate on setting meaningful and attainable goals. Whether it's improving coping skills, fostering resilience, or enhancing interpersonal relationships, they're committed to the therapeutic journey towards a more fulfilling life.

My ideal patient: You are interested in personal growth through compassionate self-reflection. You have a desire to better understand your patterns of thinking, feeling, behaving, and reacting as you go about your daily life. You are determined to become your best self by embracing the patterns that bring you calm, peace, and joy while letting go of patterns that no longer serve you. You see potential positive impact between self-development and healthier relationships in your personal and professional environment.

Are you a man? Are you dissatisfied with some aspect of your life? Out of shape? Hate your job? Overwhelmed with stress? Addictions? Having trouble with relationships? Lacking confidence? Angry, anxious, depressed? I get it, I have been there. I choose to be a resource for men because I understand the unique needs and challenges that men face, and with nearly 20 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, I am able to offer a unique blend of services that are part therapy, part coaching and part mentorship, tailored to what you need.

I know that trying to cope with added pressures in life can create anxiety and depressive symptoms that, at times, feel lonely, strenuous, and persistent. What is often overlooked is the fear, guilt, loss, anger, and sadness associated with the changes it has brought to your life and those around you. Attending counseling can be an essential aspect of your healthcare strategy.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and although this is my specialty, I am trained to provide psychotherapy services for a variety of services including: grief, couples, family, individual, group, and marriage counseling. I have experience working with a multitude of different issues ranging from depression, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, trauma, career counseling, coaching, anger management, work-life issues/balance, etc. I feel that the client is the expert of their lives and my duty is to provide unbiased, and non-judgmental support. I offer a laid back approach in order to foster a peaceful therapeutic environment.

Hello and Welcome! I am committed to helping individuals with resources needed for a balanced life. I understand that life is not always as simple as we want it to be; you do not have to figure it all out alone.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to building genuine rapport with my clients, thus holding space for healing emotional experiences. I believe that we all at times struggle with relationship issues, self-doubt, grief, and excessive worry – and that navigating and overcoming these are a crucial and beautiful part of this life experience (albeit scary and unpleasant at times!) I am honored to partner with you on this journey.

Anita Astley is the founder and CEO of "Building Healthy Relationships" LLC and published author of “Unfuck Your Life and Relationships" (Simon & Schuster). She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few. Ms.Astley is "solution focused" and believes there is a "solution" to every problem and arriving there successfully is possible through professional guidance & support.

Is anxiety an issue? I focus on helping anxious and overthinking people, from the Neurodivergent to those with genetic and generalized anxiety. I also work with depression, mood disorders, and trauma. I teach university courses online, including classes on Psychopharmacology, so I can be an excellent resource for your psychiatrist or general practice doctor in helping you with medications. I also have extensive experience with personality disorders. I am licensed in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Arizona. I also help with life coaching, career coaching, and business coaching. I am known for being compassionate, kind, and an advocate.

Life can be challenging and I believe people are resilient. I use a holistic, strength-based approach to meet children, adolescents and adults where they are at and create a safe, non-judgmental space to work through hardships.

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.

Over the past 12 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples in a variety of capacities; at a hospital, clinic, community behavioral health organization, and within school settings. I went to graduate school to specifically study how each aspect of our system plays a part in our overall mental and physical health. I’m also certified in Integrative Wellness and Nutrition for Mental Health as well as Addiction Counseling. Feeling better requires changes within your entire system. One’s system might include family, friends, work, exercise, nutrition, school, social activities, alone time, running errands, chores, etc.

I believe it is my role as a therapist to help support you in facilitating change in a nonjudgmental environment that offers accountability. We are a therapeutic team - you being the expert of your own experience and me being a sounding board for thoughts, feelings, and emotions. My therapeutic approach combines person centered therapy with aspects of cognitive behavioral (CBT), solutions focused, and dialectical-behavioral (DBT) therapies. This means we will implement skills for emotion regulation, communication, and facing anxiety while also making space to talk about your experiences.