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In working with clients, Dr. Hubbard often present “scripts” that are present-centered and realistic. As clients strengthen their assertiveness, they learn to confront negative emotions honestly. The result is typically a greater degree of control and balance. Seeking to provide dynamics in the counseling relationship that are natural, simple, and authentic, his hope is that clients experience freedom as God would desire for them—a true reversal from feeling shut down, constricted, or ashamed.

As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Counselor, Dr. Hubbard is trained to work with individuals and couples. He typically uses Attachment Theory as a basis for addressing the shame issues that are often at the root of many client issues. Dr. Hubbard has previously worked in hospital settings and later had the privilege of starting a counseling practice called New Life Resources, Inc., where he has been serving as Director since 1976.  Dr. Hubbard is currently not seeing clients.

Practice Focus

• Depression and Anxiety
• Marital Counseling
• Adult Children from Dysfunctional Families
• Family Conflict
• Life Transitions and Adjustments
• Men’s Issues
• Pastoral Care Services
• Church Conflict

Education

M.A. in Counseling from University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

Independent Study from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School–Deerfield, Illinois

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Marquette University

Knowing and being known are essential to all of us. Dr. Green strives to understand each person in their wholeness, considering all aspects of each person. From this vantage point, individualized and effective care is offered.

Dr. Green is a Licensed Psychologist and member of the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology. He joined NLR in 1988 and has served as Clinical Director since 1991. An author and frequent speaker, Dr. Green’s publications include the following topics: guilt & shame, trauma, grief, forgiveness, and integration of faith and practice.

Dr. Green holds several faculty appointments, including with Trinity International University and the Evangelical Theological Seminary of Prague, Czech Republic.

Practice Focus

• Mood and Anxiety Disorders
• Relationships
• Forgiveness Therapy
• Grief and Trauma
• Identity, Shame, and Guilt Issues
• Men’s Issues

Education

M.A. in Community Psychology from Bradley University, Peoria, IL

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR

Dr. Young is a Licensed Psychologist and a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist with an extensive background in traumatic brain injury, concussion, and post-traumatic stress disorder for adults and children.  As an adjunct faculty member, Dr. Young teaches at both the graduate and post-graduate level on topics to include Neuroscience, Cognitive and Personality Assessment, and Psychopharmacology. Dr. Young is a speaker at the local, regional, and national levels on a variety of topics concerning the practice of Psychology/Neuropsychology.

Practice Focus

• Child/Adolescents/Adults
• Geriatrics
• Learning Disabilities/Autistic Spectrum
• ADD/ADHD
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Post-Concussion Evaluation
• Independent Neuropsychological Evaluation
• Medical-Legal Disability
• Evaluation
• Vocational Placement Testing
• Employment Candidate Assessment

Education

M.A. from Illinois State University

Psy.D. from Illinois School of Professional Psychology

Dr. Young is an Adjunct faculty member at Marquette University & Assistant Clinical Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Visiting Professor at the University of Wisconsin.

Practice Focus

• Complex Trauma, Trauma-Related Disorders
• Grief and Adjustment Disorders
• Depression and Other Mood Disorders
• Anxiety and Panic Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Identity Development

Education

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Internship with Meier Clinics and Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center (Chicago Area Christian Training Consortium) – Wheaton, IL

M.S. in Community Counseling, Certificate of Trauma Counseling from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

As a therapist working with children, adolescents, and their families, Bryan lends perspective through the challenges of this ever-changing, exciting and challenging time of life. Bryan’s approach focuses on developing a safe space for vulnerability and authenticity. He bases his approach on the idea that we want to be understood and accepted for who we are, at any age. Our stories, experiences and behaviors make sense when we develop understanding of ourselves and the way we are wired. We can then learn to share that authentic self and our story with safe others, creating healthy connection and support. Bryan focuses on identifying and enhancing strengths and interests, while developing strategies to overcome deficits and struggles. Bryan believes in creating an environment in which treatment provided involves research-supported interventions, focus on education and treatment plans and interventions creatively tailored to each individual. If we are interested and passionate about what we are learning, it leads us to be motivated to grow. This strength and interest-based approach is especially key in working with children, adolescents and the neurodivergent population (individuals with ADHD, those on the Autism Spectrum or Gifted/Twice Exceptional individuals).

As Director of Pediatric and Neurodivergent services at New Life Resources, Bryan seeks to develop the highest quality of care for children, adolescents and the differently wired. He provides leadership, development and training of therapists on the Pediatric and Neurodivergent treatment team. Bryan also has a passion to educate the larger community in pediatric and neurodivergent care through collaboration and training in schools, healthcare organizations and churches.

Bryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor with diverse experience. In addition to his work at New Life Resources, Bryan has worked in intensive outpatient, residential and in-home care in the treatment of children, adolescents, and their families. He works with children/adolescents ages 3-18, specializing in treatment of neurodivergence. Bryan also works with neurodivergent adults, building on strengths and supporting the struggles that come with being differently wired.

Practice Focus

• ADHD
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Twice-Exceptional/Gifted Individuals
• Anxiety/Depression
• Parent Support
• Emotion Regulation
• Social Skills Development
• Academic Skill Development
• Play/Experiential Therapy
• Identity Development
• Professional Leadership, Development and Training

Education

M.A. in Counseling from Marquette University

When working with clients, Rich may see two individuals sitting in a safe, quiet room for an hour exploring pain, despair and hope; what isn’t working, what does work, and what God might be up to. All this occurs in an effort to get unstuck by calling into play all best-fit strategies, resources, and power for healing and growth.

Rich is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has training and experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Rich served as a missionary with the Evangelical Free Church mission in the Czech Republic for 13 years as field director, church planter, and teacher at a national seminary. He has served as chaplain at Rogers Memorial Hospital in addition to his clinical services at New Life Resources.

Rich sees clients via teletherapy and in Kenosha.

Practice Focus

• Depression and Anxiety
• Personality Disorders
• Marital Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Leadership Training
• Communication, Empathy and Negotiation

Education

M.A. in English Literature from California State University–Fresno

M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

Counseling is my third career. I was in food manufacturing management for about ten years, then went into technical recruiting and placement with engineers and related professions for another 11 years. After leading Christian study groups, life groups and lay counseling, I realized I find deep meaning in being allowed into another person’s life as we work on finding a clearer view of identity and purpose in life. I attended Trinity International University from 2007 to 2010 and began at New Life Resources as an intern in 2009.

I see clients individually, as couples and in group therapy. This involves dealing with old baggage from childhood and current issues in life. Things that hold people back from living a meaningful life connected with one’s beliefs, spouse, family, friends and community and vocation. I get most excited about seeing people find freedom, engage willingly and confidently with challenge and deepen their connection to other people and their individual purpose in life within the larger picture of the amazing and broken world in which we live.

My general approach to therapy is to develop trust between clients and I, examine issues, resources, and relationships to identify and work toward attainable goals for our work in sessions and the client’s life. I tend to be gentle with my words and approach, following the client’s lead in sessions while offering thoughts and examining options. I can be directive when there are clear goals, clear paths and a sense that clients are all in and ready but needing an additional push.

My wife and I have been married since 1984. We have two adult children in whose marriages and lives we have the deep privilege of loving engagement. My wife, Chris Mitchel, also works at New Life Resources. The two of us work together with couples seeking to bring healing and/or greater connection into their relationship.

Practice Focus

• Marital Counseling
• Marital Counseling with Neuro-Diverse Couples
• Men’s Issues
• Career Evaluation and Change
• Behavioral Addictions
• Depression and Anxiety
• Identity Issues

Education

M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Trinity International University

B.A. in Business Adminstration

Debbie is a Licensed Professional Counselor.  She sees clients at both the Delafield and Waukesha offices of New Life Resources, Inc.  She has experience working with adolescents, adults, seniors, and couples. Debbie’s passion is to help those who are hurting gain freedom from the bondage of the issues they face. She works collaboratively with clients empowering them to achieve their goals.

Debbie enjoys speaking on mental health issues providing information, insight and offering hope to those in need.   She has also been a repeated guest on the internet radio program, Recovery Now.  Debbie has advanced training in the treatment of Hoarding Disorder and Forgiveness Therapy.  She is also a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator.

Practice Focus

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Hoarding Disorder
• Trauma/Abuse
• Co-dependency/Boundaries
• Grief/Loss
• Forgiveness
• Couples Counseling

Education

M.S. in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University

Lynsey desires for her clients to feel heard, safe, and valued.  She helps individuals discover their unique personal strengths and utilize these strengths in their families and community.  She gives clients tools and coping skills to deal with the complexities of life.  Her passion is to strengthen and support family relationships.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Lynsey works with adults.  She has counseling experience with outpatient and community mental health services, and  has worked with diverse counseling issues in both suburban and inner city contexts.  As a certified Anger Management Specialist, she has led groups and trainings for other counselors and churches.  She is actively involved in her local church and coaches small group leaders.

Practice Focus

• Anger Management
• Parental Support
• Depression and Anxiety
• Family Conflict
• Life Transitions
• Healthy Sexuality
• Grief and Loss
• Spiritual Issues

Education

M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Trinity International University

In working with clients, AJ seeks to meet them where they are and to understand the perspective of what is happening in their lives.  He focuses on providing accurate assessment and diagnosis and creating treatment plans with goals the client believes will ultimately help them gain insight, heal, and grow as individuals through their trials and triumphs.  AJ provides a framework based on applying ethics with different approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths Based Approach, and Narrative Therapy among others to understand a client’s whole story and working together towards change.

As a licensed Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor, AJ has specialized in treating substance addictions with over ten years of experience working in group homes, halfway houses, and residential treatment programs.  He focuses on relapse prevention, teaching and practicing coping skills, and creating a solid support network to help clients develop a foundation of recovery to stay sober.  Group facilitation is another area of expertise as he has facilitated multiple groups focusing on a variety of issues (such as CBT, Anger Management, AODA, Men’s Issues).  AJ is Prepare-Enrich certified for premarital and married couples and certified to facilitate Thinking for a Change.

Practice Focus

• Substance Addiction
• Behavioral Addiction
• Adolescents and Adults
• Group Therapy
• Men’s Issues
• Skill Building and Role Playing
• Anger Management
• Mood Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Family Conflict
• Chronic Illness
• Identity and Self-Esteem Issues
• Trauma, Grief, and Loss

Education

M.A. in Counseling from Ottawa University

B.A. in Psychology and Human Services from Ottawa University

CSAC – Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor

Everyone has a special, unique story.  There’s a tendency to compare our story with another’s.  The truth is, there is no story that is more important than another’s…they are just different.  Yvonne counts it a privilege to walk alongside individuals and families in whatever chapter of their life story they find themselves.  Yvonne’s goal is to provide a setting of safety and trust so that healing and change can occur at the client’s pace.  Yvonne uses therapies that fit the client rather than trying to have the client fit the therapy.  She believes that a listening ear and a sense of hope can go a long way no matter what the struggle.

Yvonne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in outpatient and inpatient settings, counseling all age groups.

Practice Focus

• Women’s Issues including Identity, Self-Esteem, Boundaries, Separation, and Divorce
• Parenting Issues
• Anger Management
• Grief/Loss
• Abuse/Trauma
• Stress Management Related to Work, Relationships, and Life Transitions
• Depression/Bipolar
• Anxiety including OCD/PTSD/Social Phobia/Self Harm
• Using Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Internal Family Systems, EMDR Therapy

Education

BSW in University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire

MSW from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Jeff has experience working with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples, and families in both mental health and church settings.  He has worked in outpatient and inpatient mental health facilities.  In addition, he has served for twenty years as a preaching and teaching minister of a local church.  Each summer, he volunteers at a Christian summer camp for high school students, teaching, counseling, and mentoring.

Practice Focus

• Adolescents and Adults
• Depression and Anxiety Disorders
• Marital Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Behavioral Addictions
• Personality Disorders
• Spiritual Concerns

Education

B.A. in Professional Ministry, Rochester College, Rochester Hills, MI

M. Div. from Bethel Seminary, St. Paul, MN

M.S. in Professional Counseling at Concordia University, Mequon, WI

Uncovering and reflecting the best in each client just as they are, Bethany sees their innate worth and encourages their God-given potential.  Through attentive listening and compassionate feedback, Bethany desires to create a safe environment and secure relationship to explore life’s joys and sorrows.  Over time, clients gently reveal patterns to create ‘a-ha’ moments where great change can occur for their well-being.  Clients also gain confidence as they practice skills, reflect on and respond to feedback, and use their strengths to move toward collaboratively set goals.

Bethany is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has experience working with individuals, couples, and adolescents.  She has worked as a telephone counselor for 211 in Waukesha County, so she is familiar with many resources in the local area.  She is also a Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator. In addition, Bethany served an internship with Cru, encouraging spiritual growth in daily living.

Practice Focus

• Anxiety and Depression
• Other Mood Disorders
• Relationship Issues
• Family Issues
• Identity and Self-Esteem
• Forgiveness
• Grief

Education

M.S. in Community Counseling from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

Scott desires to help clients live authentic lives with meaning, purpose, and hope.  Using an integrative approach of mind, body and soul and meaningful connections with themselves, God and others, clients experience greater emotional, relational and spiritual well-being.

He has earned graduate degrees in Christian studies and counseling and has experience in spiritual mentoring and church leadership.  He also holds certifications in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), the treatment of sexual addictions and training in treatment of gambling addictions.

Scott sees clients in Waukesha.

Practice Focus

• Individual, Couples, and Group Counseling
• Depression and Anxiety Struggles
• Spiritual Integration and Wholeness
• Parenting
• Adjustment Issues
• Stress Management
• Life Transitions and Existential Struggles

Education

M.S. in Counseling from Concordia University – Wisconsin

M.A. in Christian Studies from Trinity International University

Narratives shape the way we understand and navigate the world around us. They influence our interactions with others. They inform our responses. They infiltrate our thoughts. To change the patterns that we have, we must be aware of the narratives that we hold.

Ryan’s passion is meeting clients in a safe space where those narratives can be explored and helping them move forward toward achieving their goals. Ryan’s approach is not only theologically driven but clinically informed.

Ryan has 20 years of experience meeting with all age groups in various contexts, such as private practice, community mental health, and church settings. In addition, he has worked for over ten years with college students and has spoken at youth retreats in Mexico and the United States. Ryan has also been a missionary in Mexico and the United States for 14 years.

Ryan also has an extensive sports background. He was a 4-sport athlete in high school, all-state in basketball, and competed at the NCAA Division II level in basketball. He understands sports’s toll on an athlete’s mental health and the pressure to perform.

Practice Focus

• ADHD
• Anxiety, Depression, and other Mood Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Behavioral Addictions
• Career Counseling
• Prepare/Enrich Certified
• Forgiveness and Reconciliation
• Identity and Self-Esteem
• Life Transitions and Adjustments
• Men’s Issues
• Missionary Care
• Family Issues
• Pastoral Care
• Shame and Guilt
• Spiritual Concerns
• Sports Performance
• Trauma, Grief and Loss

Education

M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace College, Winona Lake, IN

Jenny believes humility, honesty, and honor are essential to the counseling process and to clients’ growth. She works to empathetically partner with clients in individual and group counseling, where clients experience healthy connection and gain transformative insight and tools to address problems and challenges. Her approach is relationally-centered and strengths-based using evidence-based psychological treatment approaches. She also often uses therapeutic creative arts/expressive approaches in counseling. To use an analogy, Jenny’s approach to counseling is to provide a ‘greenhouse’ space where problems and strengths are addressed, growth occurs, change develops, and hope takes root.

Jenny works with children, adolescents, and adults. She has experience providing mental health counseling services to clients from diverse backgrounds and settings, including at community/residential facilities and school-based counseling on-site at metropolitan schools in the city of Milwaukee. She has over 10 years of experience teaching/facilitating, mentoring, and working with youth, young adults, and people with special needs within music/ministry contexts and in non-profit/service organizations. Jenny enjoys sharing knowledge and resources regarding mental health with the community, and is actively involved in her local church including serving on the music worship team.

Jenny currently provides outpatient counseling services through NLR to children on-site at a Milwaukee school. She does not currently provide counseling at NLR main office or satellite locations.

Practice Focus

• Children, Adolescents and Adults
• Individual and Group Counseling
• Anger Management
• Parental Support
• Depression, Anxiety, & other Mood Disorders
• Family Conflict
• Relational Functioning and Attachment
• Adjustment Issues
• Healthy Sexuality
• Sexual Trauma
• Grief and Loss
• Addictive Behaviors
• Forgiveness and Reconciliation
• Self-Compassion and Self-Esteem
• Identity Issues
• Shame and Guilt
• Spiritual Issues and Concerns

Education

M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Moody Theological Seminary – Chicago

Chris integrates faith and psychology for a strengths-based, hope-focused approach to counseling.  She meets each client with warmth and respect and seeks to create a space where people feel safe, heard, and understood.  From a place of relational depth, clients will build practical skills for understanding the signals behind their emotions, calming their body, and thinking through their choices as they seek healing and growth.  Chris is passionate about facilitating clients’ access to their unique strengths and interests to use as tools on their journey.  She enjoys utilizing nature as a way for clients to connect with their mind, body, and spirit.

Chris has experience with adult individuals and couples in mental health and community settings.  She sees clients virtually.

Practice Focus

• Depression and Anxiety
• Grief
• Anger Issues
• Life Transitions
• Shame and Guilt
• Individuals
• Couples
• Post-Partum Depression
• Identity Issues
• Forgiveness
• Resilience

Education

B.S. in Psychology from Lakeland University

M.A. in Counseling from Lakeland University

Prior experiences in private practice, inpatient and community based programs have allowed Donn to serve diverse populations in a variety of treatment settings.  He seeks to meet clients where they are, honoring their unique perspectives and needs.  He strives to create a safe and accepting environment that encourages hope, healing, and meaningful life change.

Practice Focus

• Children, Adolescents, and Adults
• Depression and Anxiety
• Trauma and Abuse Recovery
• Chronic Mental Illness
• Substance/Behavioral Addiction
• Identity and Self-Esteem Issues
• Family Conflict
• Anger
• Grief and Loss
• Men’s Issues

Education

M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

B.A. in Psychology from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

The relationship between client and counselor is central to the counseling experience, and Sarah seeks to create a safe and authentic relationship which leads to vulnerability, deep connection, and whole-heartedness.  In working with clients, she has seen how shame is a common experience that keeps clients from connecting with themselves, others, and their desired life.  Sarah’s passion is to see clients better understand their own emotional experiences and the messages behind those emotions, and heal from past trauma and wounding relationships.  The purpose?  To build a better sense of self and create deep, healthy relationships with those around them.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Sarah has experience working with adolescents and adults of all seasons of life in both private and community settings.  She has her master’s degree from a faith-based, internationally-acclaimed university, and has worked as a church ministry leader of young adults.  Sarah’s approach is faith-based and clinically-informed, though she values meeting her clients right where they’re at.

Practice Focus

• Identity, Shame and Guilt
• Emotionally-Focused
• Spiritual/Faith Integration and Concerns
• Grief and Loss
• Trauma and Abuse: Sexual, Relational, Physical, Natural
• Depression, Anxiety and Other Mood Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Family Issues
• Relational Functioning and Concerns

Education

M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University

While every person is unique because of their specific experiences in life, our humanity finds each of us facing common challenges to our psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.  Rebecca believes that everyone has an innate value and worth and should be regarded with dignity, respect, and compassion.  Her goal is to offer the gift of being heard along with unconditional support and guidance with the hope that each person can become their best self by enhancing their strengths and addressing areas of struggle.  Rebecca’s approach to counseling is to integrate spiritual disciplines with appropriate psychological treatments.

Rebecca has served in church ministry in various cultural and economic communities since 1997.  She started working as a pastoral counselor in 2012 and has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples.  In addition, Rebecca worked in an outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation center for women in group and individual settings.

Rebecca sees clients at our Richfield location.

Practice Focus

• Anxiety (Panic Disorder) and Depression
• Shame and Identity
• Experience with Substance Abuse/Addiction
• Marriage Coaching
• Attachment and Bonding
• Grief

Education

M.A. in Professional Counseling from Regent University, VA

B.A. in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Counseling from Central Bible College, MA

Amber has over 10 years experience working with individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, providing behavioral and family therapy. She also has extensive experience working with children and adolescents with ADHD, PTSD, anxiety disorders and depression. Amber is passionate about integrating family systemic solutions in the current family process to help provide insight, motivation, and change. Her goal is to help individuals and families find healing through gaining skills that decrease anxiety, promote self and relational compassion, and address personal shame.
Amber believes multifaceted stressors unique to families’ and individual’s context and culture affect their functioning. She strives to help families and individuals find ways to strengthen their abilities. Amber strives to create an authentic space that promotes a sense of belonging and safety.
Amber sees clients in our Waukesha office.

Practice Focus

• Couples, Individual and Family Therapy
• Individuals and Families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Trauma within the Family System
• Spiritual Support and Integration
• Grieving in Multiple Contexts
• Anxiety Within the Family System

Education

B.S. in Human Services and M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethany University, St. Paul, MN

Kim is privileged to be able to walk with others through the challenges of life. She believes that building a relationship with clients where they feel safe, heard, and valued will help create an atmosphere where change and healing can occur and will empower clients to reach their goals. Kim uses an integrative and collaborative approach, with therapies that fit the client and what they are going through. Having an education that includes the study of theology, her desire is to integrate Biblical truth with applicable therapies for clients who desire that direction of care.

She has a passion for working with clients who have suffered abuse and trauma, including narcissistic abuse, and helping clients heal from their wounds. Kim has had many years of experience working with and mentoring women in a variety of situations and has experience counseling individuals in both a community and mental health setting.

Practice Focus

• Trauma and Abuse: Narcissistic, Sexual, Relational, and Physical
• Depression and Anxiety
• Shame and Identity
• Women’s Issues
• Grief and Loss
• Forgiveness and Reconciliation
• Anger Issues
• Life Transitions

Education

M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University

Life is full of struggles and it’s OK to ask for help.  Lots of people are dealing with anxiety and fatigue or feeling hopeless and conflicted about many things.  As a therapist, Pat views her role as a guide to help individuals navigate the issues impacting their ability to live and thrive in ways that are meaningful to them.  By building a relationship through respect, communication and trust, Pat works collaboratively with a client to create a powerful team, together exploring goals and how to best achieve them.

Pat integrates a person-centered, strengths-based approach in therapy, using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and motivation practices.  She believes that spirituality is an important consideration for clients on their therapeutic journey to overall wellness.

Pat has experience providing spiritual counseling to adolescents, teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Prior to becoming a therapist, Pat spent 30 years in corporate communications.  She values and understands the importance of good communication, which is grounded in listening and creating a non-judgmental space for people to openly share and explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Through her professional and life experience, Pat can relate to and empathize with individuals from all walks of life and various life stages and transitions.  Pat currently sees clients in our Waukesha office.

Practice Focus

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Adolescent and Teen Issues
• Guilt and Shame
• Anger Issues
• Stress Management
• Life Transitions
• Grief and Forgiveness
• Parenting Support
• Marriage Support
• Family Challenges
• Spiritual Counseling

Education

M.S. Counseling from Mount Mary University

Our constant striving to measure up leaves us exhausted, ashamed, and feeling alone. Diana values developing strong client-counselor relationships that create a safe space for clients to be heard, valued, and lean into growth. She believes that each individual is deeply valuable and has the potential to meet goals and live a balanced and healthy life. Diana’s hope is that each person will grow in their ability to utilize their strengths, skills, and resiliency to impact their relationships for the better.

Diana has worked in full-time ministry since 2011, serving in a variety of roles and working with people of all ages. Through her time in ministry, Diana developed a passion for helping prevent burnout and helping others develop communication skills in relationships, whether personal or professional. Her desire is to walk alongside those who are seeking to create health in their mental, physical, spiritual, and social lives. When not serving in ministry or working, Diana enjoys leaning into her creativity through making gourmet chocolates.

Diana’s approach is faith-based and emotionally focused. She received her education through a faith-based university and has worked in private and community settings.

Practice Focus

• Stress Management
• Family Issues
• Career Counseling
• Prepare/Enrich Certified
• Identity and Self-Esteem
• Burnout/burnout prevention
• Spiritual/faith concerns
• Pastoral/Ministry Professional Care

Education

MA in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling from Liberty University

BS in Business Administration from The University of Missouri-Columbia

The way we walk through life, and how we deal with stress, how we cope with loss, how we interact with others, are all greatly impacted by the contexts we have lived in which weaves the unique narratives of each of our lives. A person’s story can be shaped by relationships, trauma, mental illnesses, and more. Tyler strives to meet his clients in the midst of their story and develop a trusting relationship to ensure each individual knows that they are not walking through life alone. Coming to counseling can be a crossroads in life for a lot of people. It is at these crossroads that Tyler joins clients in developing obtainable goals to facilitate life change and personal growth.

Tyler’s approach is both theologically and psychologically informed. He integrates a narrative approach with tools from both cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, however, Tyler’s priority is to understand the client as a unique person and use techniques that fit the specific individual.

Tyler has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. He is currently seeing clients at the Waukesha and Germantown locations.

Practice Focus

• Anxiety
• Depression/Bipolar
• Identity/Self Esteem
• Couples
• Family Issues
• Trauma
• Grief
• Spiritual Concerns
• Experience with Substance and Behavioral Addictions

Education

M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University

Kari is an Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW, LCSW-IT) passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space, and working together with clients to identify and remove obstacles to a flourishing life. Each person’s story differs, but life challenges are universal. Wherever you are in life and whatever you are facing, you don’t need to do so alone. Let’s work together to identity supports, strengths, and find the path forward.

Practice Focus

• Women’s Issues
• Life Transitions
• Perinatal mental health
• Grief/Loss
• Stress Management
• Depression and Anxiety
• Identity/Self Esteem
• Marital Intimacy

Education

MSW from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee