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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Milwaukee, WI

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Milwaukee, WI

Living with bipolar disorder in Milwaukee doesn't have to mean navigating it alone. Headway offers access to providers trained in family-focused therapy, interpersonal and social rhythm therapy, and psychoeducation to help manage highs and lows. Many sessions are covered by insurance, with availability as soon as next day.

Naomi Adams

Naomi Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I take a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy—blending evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Brainspotting...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Helga Meyer

Helga Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My style is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, blending evidence-based tools with a holistic perspective that honors mind, body, and spirit.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lara Skye Boughman

Lara Skye Boughman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have the lived experience of healing from severe opioid and stimulant use disorder, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jai Negri

Jai Negri

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am here to support you with a current problem, or one you have been dealing with for years.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Drea Straw

Drea Straw

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My therapeutic style is approachable and caring, and I'll use humor and my experiences to help us form a connection.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathryn Opfer

Kathryn Opfer

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I have an informal, conversational approach to therapy. I use humor, motivational interviewing, and validation to form strong therapeutic bonds and build quick rapport with client.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Andersen

Amanda Andersen

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I specialize EMDR and use an acceptance and integration framework to help support you in reaching your highest self.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Reynaldo Ortiz-Maldonado

Reynaldo Ortiz-Maldonado

Therapist

Virtual • West Allis, WI


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping adults navigate mental health concerns, trauma, substance use, and major life challenges. I know starting therapy can feel difficult, so I work to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable being open and honest. I value clear communication and believe therapy should feel collaborative, with us working together toward goals that feel meaningful to you. My role is to meet you where you are and support you throughout the process.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tia Sanders

Tia Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hi, I’m Tia Sanders, a Milwaukee native, with 10+ years of experience focusing on maternal health, depression, anxiety, life transitions and substance abuse. I work with adults and young adults from diverse and undeserved communities - if you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for support, I invite you to take that first step. Together, we can explore where you are, where you want to go, and the strengths and resources you already have to help you move forward.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amber Sherman

Amber Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. I want therapy to feel approachable and grounded...”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katie Harrison

Katie Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Sometimes what looks like the problem isn't the whole story. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating substance use, mental health concerns, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaite Olund

Kaite Olund

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My specialty is in trauma and PTSD; I am trained in EMDR and CPT, as well as using other styles and modalities to help heal trauma rather than just working to reduce symptoms.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya Kraege

Tanya Kraege

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe healing happens in relationships, not perfection; so I show up authentically, with curiosity, warmth, and compassion.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tonyetta Ross

Tonyetta Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Milwaukee, WI


“She focuses on building rapport, understanding your concerns, and learning about your personal history, goals, and strengths.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Onyewuche

Cynthia Onyewuche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Milwaukee, WI


“My approach is evidence-informed, collaborative, and compassionate—you can expect a judgment-free space where your concerns are heard and your treatment plan is tailored to your needs.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susie Gamboa

Susie Gamboa

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe in the inherent goodness and capacity for growth within each individual. My role is to create a non-judgmental, deeply empathetic, and safe space where you can feel secure enough to share your deepest trauma, secrets, or vulnerabilities...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Valerie Ahl

Dr. Valerie Ahl

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I use humor to keep meetings joyful, and make sure sessions end on a positive note. If therapy is all pain, who would want to go back for more?”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shariety Gibbs

Shariety Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Therapy with me is not about fixing you because you're not broken. It's about helping you discover tools, patterns, and perspectives that can support your healing and growth.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rachel Vohnoutka

Rachel Vohnoutka

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is collaborative, practical, and grounded in evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT, ERP), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based approaches (such as ACT).”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Ison

Carrie Ison

Therapist

Virtual • Green Bay, WI


“I have 20+ years of experience working with people struggling with mental health and addiction issues, which gives me insight about your strengths and the challenges you face.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Muchmore

Andrea Muchmore

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“She is known for creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood while also being gently challenged to make meaningful, sustainable changes.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Teresa Nundahl

Teresa Nundahl

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who especially enjoys working with women 55+ who are navigating the changes that come with this stage of life.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melissa Josie

Melissa Josie

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin with 20+ years in community mental health and military environments. These populations give me experience in a broad spectrum of needs and levels of care. I pride myself in being able to meet each person's unique needs through differing evidence based practices such as: EMDR, DBT, CBT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, and more.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tina Carlson

Tina Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, WI


I'm so happy your here!

Congratulations on taking the first step towards a better you. I believe that working towards good mental health is an investment in yourself. I want to help you feel like a million bucks! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a school psychologist with over 20 years of experience.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Perrine

Brittany Perrine

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am a direct and genuine therapist. This means we can joke around and afterwards I will ask you where that dark humor is coming from.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Schneider

Amy Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe it's important to understand what's happening before setting any intentions for action, so the first few times we talk, I really just want to listen, and let you speak freely about what's going on.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kari Bell

Kari Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“You can expect after the first session to feel comfortable in sharing and leave with resources and direction.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samuel Weber

Samuel Weber

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and encouraged to build on your strengths.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Pattengale

Stephanie Pattengale

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you understand patterns that shape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Micheal Kurschner

Micheal Kurschner

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I try to create a warm friendly environment for clients to feel comfortable sharing their experiences with me.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kayla Miller

Kayla Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Atkinson, WI


“I believe that every person deserves a place where they feel genuinely heard, accepted, and supported.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Hale

Melissa Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I'm an eclectic healer who takes a whole-person approach to mental health care, integrating somatic work, mindfulness, and healthy lifestyle practices into therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zizhuo Yin

Zizhuo Yin

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My clinical approach offer culturally attuned and trauma-informed care where we don't just manage symptoms; we honor your survival.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aven Comstock

Aven Comstock

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I use a person-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approach to therapy. Drawing from mindfulness-based interventions, EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, family systems concepts, and Gottman Method couples therapy...”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tricia Kerker

Tricia Kerker

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am licensed in both mental health and substance use treatment in the state of Wisconsin, and have spent over 20 years working with a wide range of people and concerns in many different settings. I understand that reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to offer a grounded, respectful space where you feel heard, accepted, and supported at your own pace.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Guerrero

Kimberly Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to work with you to find a treatment plan that works for you in order to create the best recovery.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Milwaukee, WI

Number of therapists serving Milwaukee, WI
There are over 360 therapists in Milwaukee, WI accepting new patients.
360+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 99%Depression
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 93%Stress management
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Cigna
  • 98%Aetna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Hmong
  • 1%Tagalog
  • 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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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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