Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Milwaukee, WI

“A JOURNEY OF A THOUSAND MILES BEGINS WITH A SINGLE STEP” (Tao Te Ching) I am a National Board Certified Counselor specialized in Evidence Based Treatment. My treatment philosophy is to help Adolescents, Adults and families manage stressful life situations, relational stressors, embrace change, acceptance and meet challenging goals.

Your journey towards healing and self-discovery begins today! Carly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with her Substance Abuse Counseling in training license. Carly has eight years of direct clinical experience and specializes in working with adults with co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns, trauma, anxiety and depression disorders and individuals facing adversity. Carly uses a variety of techniques including Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Motivational Interviewing and Internal Family Systems.

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.

I enjoy working to celebrate the individualism and uniqueness of each client. I have a special interest in diversity and am passionate about supporting clients who may be struggling with challenges related to immigration status, sexual orientation/gender identity, racial and cultural identity, etc. My treatment approach uses characteristics of trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and behavioral activation.

Brainspotting, Healing & Recovery - let's collaborate to discover the therapy approach that fits best for you. I offer compassion-based therapy including Brainspotting, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindful Self-Compassion. These are proven ways to help us make meaningful changes in our lives. I believe that we all have the skills and strengths needed to heal and make positive changes in our lives. Therapy can help us access our innate strengths and create meaningful change in our lives.

I help clients cope with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic insomnia, substance use, trauma, caregiver stress, and coping with disabilities. I also have experience with and strongly value work with first responders and other mental health providers.

Are you struggling with adjusting to change, coping with stress or navigating conflict? As a result, has this left you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Has shame, guilt or negative self-talk been impacting you? Do you need help creating boundaries with your partner, family, or friends? As a therapist, I believe in the saying, “you can’t pour from an empty cup.” My role is to help you explore areas of concern, develop coping skills, and gain insight about yourself. A primary focus of my practice is teaching self-compassion to help fill up your cup when life is feeling too difficult to navigate on your own.

Leah provides a comfortable and relaxed place for you to talk about challenges you're facing. She is non-judgmental, patient and understanding. She enjoys working with people seeking help with depression, anxiety, stress management, women’s issues life transitions, grief, mood disorders, gender & sexual orientation issues, self-esteem, & substance abuse. She strives to provide comfort & validate her clients while providing accountability & guidance. Her approach is eclectic, drawing from several modalities of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Client Centered, & Solution Focused.

Sara Grossbier is a Licensed Professional Counselor who cares for adults that are looking to gain relief from anxiety disorders, ADHD, anger, depression, mood disorders, substance dependence, trauma and LGBTQIA+ related issues. She utilizes cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing to assist clients in understanding their behaviors, thoughts, and emotions while teaching new skills so clients can be empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives

Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.

I work with a wide variety of ages and populations, from 3 and beyond, to make the most out of life. Life is full of ups and downs, and I'm here to help you through it all. I have experience working with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, suicidal ideation, grief, autism, ADHD, eating disorders, and self-esteem. You are the expert of you! I'm here to help in listening without judgement and providing psychoeducation, coping skills, and resources.

If you find yourself weighed down by feelings of anxiety, negative self-talk, intrusive thoughts, anger, frustration or loneliness; let’s talk. As a psychotherapist, I am passionate about being a partner that provides you with empathy, support, encouragement and guidance to help you gain insight along your journey. I believe therapy should be an empowerment tool that helps you learn, grow, and develop strategies to cope with complications in life. Together we will work side by side to identify strengths, patterns and develop skills to make meaningful changes in your life.

Do you ever feel like you're "going through the motions", getting little joy out of life or feeling completely overwhelmed? We all get bogged down with stress, worry and burn out. I strive to support each client through empathy, education and humor. I am passionate about working with clients to help process challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences, to gain skills or provide some extra support during life's transitions. Over the last four years my specialty has been working with children, adolescents and their families. Prior to that I have worked with all ages in both mental health, addiction treatment and community settings.

I create a culturally safe environment by offering person-centered therapy. Being a dual-credentialed counselor allows me to support and develop a trusting collaborative approach with all my clients’ Mental Health and/or Substance Use, which in turn prompts overall healthy well-being. I utilize multiple therapies, Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Integrated Transitions, Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Multisystemic Therapy.

My motivation working with clients is to assist them to live their best life. Whether you are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, I want to work with you to lessen the amount of energy you are using to cope. They take so much of our energy that they leave us with little to put toward living our best life. It becomes a vicious cycle that seems we can't break, untreated they can take over our lives. Working together we can lessen their effect on our daily lives and have energy to focus on the good in our life.

My professional goal is to provide a compassionate and supportive therapy environment for persons with mental health and behavioral challenges. My hope is to provide a safe, secure and comfortable space during your time of healing and exploration.

Are you starting to wonder if what you feel is "normal"? Maybe anxiety is getting to the point where it is an exhausting, everyday occurrence, and you'd like to get back in control of your life. Everyone struggles with overwhelming situations and emotions from time to time, and I am a firm believer that no obstacle you are facing right now is too big to tackle. As your therapist, I will use practical strategies that will guide you in your journey of empowerment and assist with creating a strengthened sense of self. I will help you make sense of difficult experiences and guide you to the life you most want to live.

Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.

I work with individuals and couples looking to improve the quality of their relationships and work through emotional and behavioral difficulties. I am also interested in helping men and women navigate the challenges that come with the end of a relationship. Other groups I like to work with include individuals in stressful life stages and clients struggling with substance use issues, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I’m particularly drawn to young adults and adults in my practice. As a therapist, I will challenge and encourage you to make necessary changes.