Therapists in Wisconsin
Finding a therapist in Wisconsin shouldn't feel like a second full-time job. Here's the truth: the right fit matters more than the credential alphabet soup. A great therapist meets you where you are, doesn't make you feel small for what you're carrying, and helps you build tools you can actually use Monday morning.
Every Wisconsin therapist listed here is licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) and vetted by a clinician — not an algorithm picking from a giant database. Whether you're in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Kenosha, Racine, Appleton, or somewhere quieter, you'll find providers who actually have openings and who specialize in what you're working through.
Wisconsin allows licensed therapists to provide telehealth services to clients located within the state. That means a therapist three hours away can still be your therapist, which matters a lot if you're rural, juggling a wild schedule, or just want privacy from the small-town grapevine.
Most Wisconsin therapists here are LPCs, LCSWs, or LMFTs — all licensed to provide independent therapy. The difference between them is training and approach, not quality. Use the filters below to narrow by specialty, insurance, and availability, or jump into our matching tool and we'll send you two or three solid options in under a minute.
Browse Wisconsin therapists by specialty
24 therapists in Wisconsin
Ali Devine, MS, LPC, SAC-IT
Ali Devine is a licensed professional counselor specializing in couples and relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, and stress management.
Julia Frank, MS, CMHC Candidate
Whitefish Bay, WI
Julia Frank is a counseling intern specializing in child and adolescent counseling, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, grief and loss, and life transitions for children ages 4 and up.
Stacey Glasenapp, MS, LPC
Whitefish Bay, WI
Stacey Glasenapp is a licensed professional counselor specializing in working with overwhelmed and anxious moms, moms of special needs kids, young adult females transitioning to adulthood, and children experiencing stress and trauma.
Kate Stocks, MS, LPC, SAC-IT, NCC, CYT-200
Whitefish Bay, WI
Kate Stocks is a licensed professional counselor specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, addiction/substance use disorders, couples counseling, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
Katelyn Kosinski, MFT-IT
Katelyn Kosinski is a marriage and family therapy intern specializing in couples counseling, relationships, new parents, and anxiety/depression.
Victoria Hagan, MA, LPC
Whitefish Bay, WI
Victoria Hagan is a licensed professional counselor with a neurocognitive background specializing in life balance, stress/anxiety/depression, dementia caregiving support, and older adult concerns.
Kristen Holmes, MA, LPC
Whitefish Bay, WI
Kristen Holmes is a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma/PTSD, EMDR therapy, navigating difficult relationships, and supporting individuals through major life transitions.
Sydney A Snyder, MS, LPC, SAC-IT
Sydney Snyder is a licensed professional counselor specializing in life transitions, stress, grief/loss, anxiety, and addiction recovery.
Lauri Budzynski, MA, LPC, NCC
Whitefish Bay, WI
Lauri Budzynski is a licensed professional counselor and nationally certified counselor specializing in trauma/PTSD, EMDR, difficult relationships, and adoption issues for ages 12 and up.
Amanda Lo, MSW, APSW
Glendale, WI
Amanda Lo is a social worker specializing in anxiety/depression, transitions/adjustments, academic and career-related stressors, and identity development. She identifies as Hmong American and a daughter of immigrants.
Evan Johnson, MSW, LCSW
Evan Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma and PTSD, life transitions, and identity disturbance. He works primarily with individuals and families, with a passion for high schoolers preparing for college.
Kate Valente, MS, LPC
Glendale, WI
Kate Valente is a licensed professional counselor providing support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, and young adults.
Deva Murphy, MSW, LCSW
Deva Murphy is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in eating disorders, anxiety/depression, college student concerns, and trauma/PTSD recovery.
Garret Wilk, LPC, SAC
Glendale, WI
Garret Wilk is a licensed professional counselor and substance abuse counselor specializing in OCD, couples/relationships, anxiety/depression, and trauma/EMDR therapy.
Julie Abdullah, MS, LPC
Glendale, WI
Julie Abdullah is a licensed professional counselor specializing in OCD, panic, phobias, generalized anxiety, depression, PTSD, and DBT.
Ali Ho, MS, LPC
Glendale, WI
Ali Ho is a licensed professional counselor specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, brainspotting, and difficult transitions.
Molly Selby, MSW, LCSW
Whitefish Bay, WI
Molly Selby is a licensed clinical social worker who works exclusively with children and adolescents ages 6-17, specializing in anxiety, emotional and behavioral issues, and ADHD.
Katie Fortune, MA, LPC, NCC
Glendale, WI
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or changes in your relationships? Perhaps you're navigating a season of transition—such as pregnancy, postpartum, or other shifts in your body, identity, and roles. You don't have to do this alone. I work with adults, couples, and women, with a special focus on perinatal mental health and the many transitions women experience across different stages of life. I am especially passionate about helping clients work through shame and cultivate self-compassion. I incorporate education and mindfulness techniques to help clients better understand their emotional experiences and build practical tools to cope. In my couples work, I draw from Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) approaches to support partners in strengthening communication, deepening emotional connection, and navigating conflict with greater clarity and care.
Amber Bouche, MS, LPC
Glendale, WI
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, especially when you're living with or caring for someone with chronic illness or ongoing health concerns. When so much of your energy is already spoken for, taking this step may feel overwhelming. You don't have to do it alone. I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can slow down, feel understood, and focus on caring for yourself in ways that feel realistic and sustainable. I specialize in working with adults living with chronic illness and disability and their loved ones, as well as supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Therapy with me feels active and collaborative— we will focus on developing coping strategies and skills you can use outside of therapy to manage emotions, strengthen relationships, and navigate change.
Tricia Krippel, LPC, LMFT
Milwaukee, WI
Tricia is a dually licensed therapist (LPC, LMFT) with Shoreside Therapies in Milwaukee, WI. She specializes in working with teens and families, helping them find clarity, calm, and workable solutions. Her approach integrates evidence-based techniques including CBT, DBT, family systems therapy, and somatic strategies. Tricia works with teens navigating anxiety, school stress, peer challenges, emotional regulation, and life transitions, as well as parents and families seeking to rebuild connection and reduce conflict.
Corrine Joswick, MS, MFT-T
Milwaukee, WI
Corrine Joswick is a Marriage and Family Therapist in Training at Shoreside Therapies in Milwaukee, WI. She describes her practice as relationally warm and clinically effective, with a deep focus on wellness of the whole person. Corrine specializes in working with young professionals, couples at a crossroads, and adolescent girls, helping clients move from survival mode to a thriving, intentional life. Her approach is grounded in research with specialized training in Gottman Method, Relational Life Therapy, EMDR, and somatic-based techniques.
Laurie Groh, MS, LPC, SAS
Milwaukee, WI
Laurie Groh is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Specialist at Shoreside Therapies in Milwaukee, WI. She specializes in relationship issues, codependency, and couples therapy. Laurie is trained in Gottman Method (Level 2) and Relational Life Therapy (Level 2), bringing evidence-based approaches to help individuals and couples build healthier connections.
Bridie Mooney, Masters Student Counseling Intern
Licensed therapist specializing in couples and family therapy with over 10 years of experience.
Frequently asked about therapy in Wisconsin
How do I find a licensed therapist in Wisconsin?
You can verify a therapist's license through the Wisconsin DSPS lookup tool, or use our matching service to get connected with vetted, licensed Wisconsin therapists.
Does insurance cover therapy in Wisconsin?
Most major insurers in Wisconsin — including WPS, Quartz, Dean Health, and national carriers like Anthem and UnitedHealthcare — cover mental health services. Many therapists also offer sliding-scale fees.
Is online therapy available in Wisconsin?
Yes. Wisconsin-licensed therapists can provide telehealth sessions to clients located anywhere in the state. Our matching service includes therapists who offer virtual sessions.
What's the difference between an LPC and LCSW in Wisconsin?
Both are licensed to provide therapy. LPCs are trained in counseling psychology, while LCSWs are trained in clinical social work with a systems-based lens. Both can treat anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.