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Top therapists in Appleton, WI accepting new patients

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Ashley Jensen

Ashley Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I work with adolescents and young adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like they can't quiet the noise in their own head.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vanessa Wakefield

Vanessa Wakefield

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I work with adults who carry a lot, including people in demanding helping and service roles, veterans and the families who care for them, and anyone who's used to being the strong one for everybody else.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Hunter

Brandon Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to meet you where you are, help you feel understood, and support you in becoming the version of yourself you're working toward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julie Berosik

Julie Berosik

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that healing begins with a strong therapeutic alliance, and I strive to foster a space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa ODonnell

Melissa ODonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am trained in several evidence-based therapeutic modalities—such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—to...”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Constance McConnell

Constance McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I use cognitive processing, narrative and mindfulness therapies to help empower my clients to utilize their natural strengths and supports in order to build confidence in their own identities, set healthy boundaries, and advocate for themselves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Hamer

Elizabeth Hamer

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I provide a safe nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported, and empowered as you go on this journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cindy Stuhmer

Cindy Stuhmer

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“The first session is the intake session where we will discuss confidentiality and expectation of therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Derek Hefner

Derek Hefner

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My practice focuses on getting to the root of symptoms and helping bring out your strengths and maximize your supports.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lynn Zima

Lynn Zima

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I work to provide you a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to work. Each of us are unique and complex. I see my job as helping you to develop tools and skills to deal with your complex life. I am able to help you in the areas of anxiety, depression, motivation, substance use concerns, self-esteem and confidence, grief/loss, and adapting to life changes, to name a few. My goal is to be approachable, accepting, and act as a guide through the process. Much of our power to be happy or unhappy depends on our ability to put our experiences in perspective and find our own path to heal.

We will focus on the strengths you have and how I can help you grow through changing self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will work together to identify your goals, what the barriers are to moving forward, and developing needed skills to navigate through or around barriers. We are all human and at times need the help from an objective party to get through our struggles and to grow stronger!

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keena Crawford

Keena Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


As a Board-Certified Psychotherapist, I believe that prioritizing your mental health is the key to minimizing everyday stressors and maximizing happiness. Pursing help is the hardest part, congratulations on taking the first step! I have been practicing trauma-informed, strength-based modalities for several years. I enjoy working with everyone.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alana Friedlander

Dr. Alana Friedlander

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“At the core of my work is a deep belief that bodies are not problems to be fixed, they are systems to be understood.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liz Hunkins

Liz Hunkins

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe healing happens not only through therapeutic techniques, but through the experience of a safe, trusting, and attuned relationship.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Clare Nyangor

Clare Nyangor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenfield, WI


“I combine thoughtful medication management with supportive therapy to help clients better understand their symptoms and develop practical coping strategies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Beverly Maier

Beverly Maier

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I use different approaches which we will explore together what works for you. We may do breathing exercise, explore letting go, self-care or move to a new chapter depending what your goals are.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Margo Florez

Margo Florez

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I partner with clients to improve mental health, relationships, work, school, parenting and dependency on alcohol and substances.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Fetrow

Matthew Fetrow

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapies including Gottman, EMDR, ACT, Motivational interviewing, and harm reduction.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Simon Brown

Simon Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“A collaborative, validating, nonjudgmental relationship can lead to significant insight, healing, and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Amber Ault

Dr. Amber Ault

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I bring to our work together a well-rounded education in psychology, sociology, and anthropology, along with advanced experience and training in trauma response, narcissistic abuse, couples' therapy. and medical gender detransition.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Manolatos

Christina Manolatos

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I help parents heal deep-rooted trauma, learn how to regulate their nervous systems, and break generational cycles.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Abild

Jennifer Abild

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Thiensville, WI


“Clinical counseling services provide to you are evidence-based and trauma-informed. Services are also culturally-humble and utilize creative experiential approaches (such as music and arts, visuals and analogies, hands-on activities and exercises,...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauro Guzman

Lauro Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have a particular heart for men who were raised to "tough it out," and for clients balancing cultural identity and family expectations — people who aren't used to asking for help and want a therapist who gets that.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Mounts

Tara Mounts

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My therapeutic approach is Rogerian; guiding clients to find answers within themselves without judgment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jill Bergen

Jill Bergen

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Jill believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship. She hopes to help you engage and enhance your capacity for introspection, reflection, and self-awareness...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Neil Staplin

Neil Staplin

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I feel that most of the time you have the right answers already, and you just need someone to help you sort through it all!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Holly Schneider

Holly Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am client centered, while also toolbox oriented. You will never leave my space without a goal that improves you and a way to accomplish that goal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Jossart

Kelly Jossart

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe in a compassionate, holistic, and trauma-informed approach to improving emotional, psychological, and social well-being with each person whom I encounter.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaShana Vance

LaShana Vance

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


My name is LaShana Vance, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a medical background. As a therapist, I believe in treating both the mind and the body together. I strive to understand my clients from a comprehensive perspective to help them in the most effective way possible. My approach is direct and straightforward, yet I am caring and kind. I find that this style is often necessary and helps my clients get to the core of their issues or problem areas.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hollie Smet

Hollie Smet

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can pause, breathe, and talk openly about what's been weighing on you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maggie Garvey

Maggie Garvey

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that everyone is capable of finding the answers and change within themselves, and that we are not meant to do this journey alone!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessie Richardson

Jessie Richardson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wauwatosa, WI


I’ve been providing individual, and group therapy services to ages 11 + for the last 5 years. I specialize in working with trauma, attachment disorders, AODA issues, ADHD, and chronic emotional dysregulation. I’m trained in a number of therapeutic approaches including DBT and practice from a relational-cultural framework.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Malone

Christina Malone

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can bring your struggles, questions, and life challenges while exploring them through both faith and counseling.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaun Shambeau

Shaun Shambeau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenfield, WI


“I feel my job as a therapist is to give you mental health tools that you can use to help you on your life journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kirk Yauchler

Kirk Yauchler

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem and confidence, personality disorders, mood disorders and depression.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ciara Krueger

Ciara Krueger

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Healing is not about perfection. It's about finding peace in your process and meaning in your journey.”
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jane Biondi

Jane Biondi

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I will help you heal from past trauma and/or blocks that keep you from being your best self and living your best life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Rapalo Medina

Shannon Rapalo Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with experience in individual and group therapy since 2017. My approach is trauma-informed, empowering, and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of adults, children, and families. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, which help clients develop healthier thought patterns, reframe their personal stories, and enhance motivation for change.

With experience supporting individuals facing severe and persistent mental health challenges, as well as those with sexually maladaptive behaviors, I create a safe and supportive space for healing and personal growth. Since opening my private practice in 2023, I have been committed to helping clients build resilience, navigate life’s challenges, and improve their overall well-being.

If you’re looking for a compassionate therapist dedicated to fostering healing and transformation, I would be honored to support you on your journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adam Hunt

Adam Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I focus on a compassionate, flexible approach, using evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to address unique client needs...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alex Williams

Alex Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brookfield, WI


I am passionate about helping clients create an understanding and confidence in their mental health journey. I have a Masters in Art Therapy and 5 years of mental health work within hospital systems and private practice settings. I specialize in LGBTQIA+, OCD, and Disordered Eating from ages 12 and up.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving Appleton, WI

Number of therapists serving Appleton, WI
There are over 783 therapists in Appleton, WI accepting new patients.
783+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
  • 81%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%Hmong
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Appleton

Searching for therapists in Appleton starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and work stress. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and populations they work with. A bio that mentions approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy can help you understand how a therapist may structure sessions.

In a smaller city like Appleton, local in-person openings may be more limited than in larger Wisconsin markets. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Wisconsin. As you narrow your search, compare appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can also help you learn how a therapist communicates, what they focus on, and what a first session may involve.

Therapy in Appleton can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you search for Appleton counseling options by insurance, availability, specialty, and virtual or in-person format. You can review therapist bios, see estimated out-of-pocket costs after entering your insurance details, and book directly when you find a therapist in Appleton, WI who fits your needs.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.