Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Appleton, WI

Rosonna Comers LCSW, CSAC

Rosonna is a former military service member and served on active duty in the US Navy from 1989 to 1994. She has travelled the US and abroad serving in the the Philippine Islands, Desert Storm, United Arab Emirates, Japan, New Zealand, and Antarctica.

Rosonna has always been motivated by her commitment to service, Rosonna pursued her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work and graduated from UW Milwaukee in May 2000. She is also dually credentialed as a CSAC, (November, 1999). Rosonna has worked in diverse clinical settings over the past 30 years. She is committed to higher education and training.

Rosonna is committed to trauma-informed care, with EMDR as her specialty. She will soon offer Brainspotting, another trauma informed psychotherapy. Rosonna has also completed clinical training in the Gottman Method, Level I and Level II. In addition, she incorporates concepts and skills using Mindfulness-Based Practices, Solution Focused psychotherapy, CBT, ACT, MRT and Motivational Interviewing.

Beyond her professional commitments, Rosonna finds joy away from work through gardening, diverse types of recreational activities and travel. She is family oriented and an avid pet lover. Rosonna believes in maintaining a healthy work life balance. She especially enjoys a good cup of coffee.

I believe healing happens best in relationships built on authenticity, curiosity, and compassion. Whether we're talking in the office or walking a wooded trail, my approach is grounded, collaborative, and tailored to you.

With years of experience in providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years working in the social work field helping families with life challenges. My professional background is working in child welfare, medical social work, veteran mental health and private practice. I am also certified in Trauma-Informed-Care and as a First Responder Counselor, allowing me to provide specialized support to individuals who have experienced trauma. I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard, respected and understood. While I provide compassion and support, I am also an active therapist who will challenge unhelpful patterns when necessary. I believe growth happens when we balance acceptance with accountability.

You’ve taken an important step in exploring your healing options, and I’m here to support you. My background includes working with children, youth, adults, and families who have experienced trauma, and I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate life after what you’ve been through. When working with children and youth, I partner with parents, caregivers, and other natural supports to create consistency, strengthen connection, and support healing beyond the therapy space. I also recognize that children grow into adults who may carry unhealed wounds that continue to influence their relationships, emotions, and sense of self.

I’m a licensed therapist with a background in social work, and I’ve worked in both clinical and community settings supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and moments where things just feel “off.” Whether you’re navigating stress, relationship challenges, burnout, or a deeper sense of feeling stuck, I’m here to help you make sense of it and move forward.

My approach is collaborative, down-to-earth, and tailored to you. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods along—I’ll actively engage with you, offer insight, and help you connect patterns so you can create real, lasting change. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being fully yourself, while also gently challenging what’s no longer working.

I also specialize in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) through a partnership with Journey Clinical, working alongside medical providers who prescribe and monitor treatment. This can be a powerful option for those who feel stuck in traditional approaches or are looking for a deeper level of healing and perspective.

I work with adults from all walks of life who are ready to better understand themselves, improve their relationships, and feel more grounded and aligned in their day-to-day lives.

My name is Kati Niekerk and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), based in Madison, Wisconsin. I view therapy as a collaborative effort between the therapist and the client. My aim is to help clients identify their values and goals, and then create a plan to help them get closer to those values and goals. I use CBT and mindfulness to help clients better understand themselves and their environments, and DBT to build the skills needed to live as the best versions of themselves.