Jessica Benash
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin with over 18 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked in residential treatment, day treatment and outpatient therapy. I am also an adjunct professor and teach in the Social Work department. My years of experience include working with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, caregivers for people living with chronic pain/illness, survivor's of those that have lost loved ones to suicide and ADHD. I also have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and/or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines using a client centered solution focused therapy along with cognitive- behavioral therapy that challenges negative thoughts and meeting the client where they are at in the moment. I like to focus on what the client needs and find strengths in their own lives that can help them to find ways to meet their goals. Through my life and work experience I am here to support the client anyway I can. It takes courage to seek out change. I really believe that having a positive client-therapist relationship is an essential piece to the puzzle that will help make the change process easier. Thank you and I look forward to working with you! Jessie
Dr. Melissa Mielke-Metzger
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Wisconsin, and school psychologist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, adjustment, autism, and ADHD etc.
Vanessa LaRose
I am licensed in Wisconsin and have been working as a therapist for over 11 years. I have experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, burnout, self-esteem concerns, and emotional overwhelm. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I work to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable being honest about what they are experiencing without fear of criticism or shame. Reaching out for support takes courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or uncertain. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work through challenges together. I believe therapy works best when people feel genuinely safe, understood, and able to show up as themselves.
Stephanie Sayles
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 14 years of professional work experience. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face. It takes courage to share your challenges and take steps to improve your quality of life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Lauren Piper
Hi, I'm a licensed therapist in Wisconsin with three years of professional experience. I support clients navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, low self-esteem, and confidence challenges. I believe you are the expert of your own story. My role is to help you tap into your strengths, gain clarity, and build the tools you need to move through life's challenges. Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, and I'm really glad you're here.
Felix Mireles
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Anna Holland
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 20 years of professional work experience. Most of which has focused primarily on adolescents and adults covering a myriad of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trust, trauma, abuse, anger, identity, self esteem, grief and loss. I have also worked with couples to repair trust, improve communication, and to strengthen emotional connections. My view is that people are naturally capable and that each of us is unique in our own way. We are created to live, grow, develop, experience and change. We are gifted with energy, strengths, and abilities that enable us to make choices that can lead to positive outcomes. However, life happens and life is not flawless. Often, problems arise. I am here to help. My counseling approach is integrative and client-centered. I begin wherever you are then tailor my work to meet your unique needs. It takes courage and support to make changes and work toward a sense of well-being and a more rewarding and a happier life. I applaud you for taking that first step toward change and growth. I am here to join, support and empower you during your journey.
Katie Ross-McGinnis
As a licensed therapist in Wisconsin, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My clinical approach centers on helping clients address challenges like social anxiety, trauma recovery, attachment issues, and life transitions. I'm deeply committed to creating a compassionate, affirming space where individuals can explore their experiences and develop meaningful coping strategies. My therapeutic work focuses on understanding the unique intersections of personal experience, including struggles with isolation, obsessive patterns, and the impacts of past trauma. I draw from evidence-based practices to support clients dealing with diverse challenges, from addiction recovery to processing experiences of abuse and exploring identity. I believe in a collaborative approach that honors each person's individual journey. My goal is to provide supportive, non-judgmental guidance that empowers clients to build resilience, enhance self-understanding, and create positive change in their lives.
Anjuli Holmes
As a licensed therapist in Wisconsin, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients explore self-love, communication challenges, and healing from past experiences. I have extensive training in addressing stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and trauma recovery. My approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each individual's unique journey. I'm particularly passionate about working with women, veterans, first responders, and multicultural communities. Through evidence-based techniques, I help clients develop resilience, rebuild self-esteem, and cultivate meaningful connections. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I'm committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, process challenging emotions, and discover your inner strength. Together, we'll work collaboratively to help you move toward healing and personal growth.
Brittany Russotto
I’m a therapist who believes that meaningful change happens in a space where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported. Many of my clients come to me during moments of overwhelm, transition, or emotional stuckness. My role is to offer a calm, compassionate environment where you can slow down, explore what’s beneath the surface, and begin building a life that feels more manageable and worth living. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also support individuals who struggle with coping around substance use, as well as their families, who often carry their own layers of worry, confusion, and hope. In addition, I work with those experiencing disordered eating, helping them understand the emotional patterns behind their relationship with food and develop healthier, more sustainable ways of caring for themselves. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence based practices. I integrate cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and trauma informed care, tailoring each session to your unique needs and pace. I see therapy as a partnership — one where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more grounded way. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or navigating challenges within your family, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity. In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, supportive conversation focused on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. I take a down to earth, collaborative approach and appreciate humor as a way to help ease nerves and create connection. We’ll talk about your goals, what’s been feeling challenging, and what you want from therapy—at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and understood from the very beginning. My ideal client is someone who is trying their best but feels overwhelmed by the weight of their experiences. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, or patterns that feel hard to break. They might be a teen trying to make sense of big emotions, an adult moving through a major life transition, or someone noticing their substance use is getting harder to manage. I also connect deeply with individuals who struggle with disordered eating or who use certain behaviors to cope with stress, shame, or uncertainty. What matters most to me is not where someone is starting from, but their willingness to show up honestly — even if that honesty looks like “I don’t know where to begin.” My ideal client is open to exploring their story, curious about understanding their patterns, and ready to build healthier ways of coping. They don’t need to have everything figured out; they just need a desire for things to feel different.
Ellen Daubert
As a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients address challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem concerns. I have a deep commitment to supporting older adults and individuals experiencing isolation, loneliness, and social anxiety. My therapeutic approach centers on fostering self-love, exploring life purpose, and healing from experiences of guilt, shame, and attachment wounds. I provide compassionate guidance through significant life transitions, including divorce and separation, and offer specialized support for caregivers experiencing stress. I believe in creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their inner world, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. My goal is to walk alongside you as you rediscover your strengths, build self-compassion, and create more fulfilling connections in your life.
Angela Kalsbeek
Angela describes her counseling style as meeting the client where they are at using compassion, connection, and kindness. She identifies as an eclectic counselor, meaning she seeks to discover and implement the most effective treatment for each child and family she works with. She utilizes a variety of art and play therapy methods when working with children and believes in unconditional acceptance, and fostering a safe place to share. Angela understands we all learn differently so she caters therapy to each child’s needs by utilizing a strength-based approach which includes cognitive behavioral therapy strategies, mindfulness interventions, and psychoeducation to teach the child how their body is regulated and what impact their life experiences have in response to their emotions. This helps the child understand how their brain and body are connected and they learn ways to rewire their thinking. Outside of work, Angela enjoys walking her dog, Ruby, gardening, spending time with family, doing DIY seasonal projects, listening to music, and going to concerts. Specialties: Adjustment Disorders, Attachment Concerns, Anger, Anxiety, Boundaries, Bullying, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Emotional Processing, Foster care, Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, Neurodivergent, Parenting Shame & Guilt, Sensitive Children, Self-Esteem, Self-Identity, Self-Harm, Separation Issues, Stress Management, Student Issues, Trauma, Relationship Issues Population: Children, Youth, Teens, Young Adults, Parents, & Families Modalities: Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping), Sand Tray Therapy, Therapeutic Play through connection
Jasmine Gaines
I'm a licensed therapist in Wisconsin with extensive experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. My work focuses on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, family conflicts, and relationship concerns with compassion and skill. I specialize in supporting people as they work through self-esteem issues, communication difficulties, isolation, and questions about life purpose. I'm particularly skilled in helping clients heal from trauma and abuse, address attachment patterns, and build healthier relationships. I also work with individuals facing mood disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and the emotional weight of major life transitions like divorce, separation, and midlife changes. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and a deep commitment to meeting each client where they are. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences and discover your own strength and resilience. Whether you're navigating workplace stress, body image concerns, caregiver burnout, or questions about identity and belonging, I'm here to support your growth. I work with clients across the lifespan and bring cultural responsiveness and inclusivity to my practice. Starting therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey.
Jill Plaisted
I'm a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. With extensive experience working with adults, I specialize in helping people navigate depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, addiction, and anger management concerns. My approach is grounded in compassion and collaboration. I believe in meeting you where you are and working together to build meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. I draw on evidence-based therapeutic practices to help you develop insight, resilience, and practical tools for moving forward. I have a particular passion for working with older adults and understand the unique life experiences and transitions that come with aging. Whether you're processing past trauma, managing overwhelming emotions, or seeking support through a difficult period, I'm here to listen without judgment and help you find your path toward healing and wellness. Starting therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to support you on this journey.
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Find a therapist near you in South Wayne, Wisconsin
Finding a therapist near you in South Wayne, Wisconsin starts with matching to a licensed professional who fits your needs, schedule, and goals. Wisconsin is home to people with diverse mental health needs across urban, suburban, and rural communities, which can make it challenging to find care. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist through tailored matching, so you can begin care from home or wherever works for you.
The network includes over 30,000 licensed therapists globally, and over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to find support through online therapy. During matching, 93% of user preferences are met, which helps you connect with a therapist suited to what you are looking for. Whether you are searching for help with anxiety, trauma, affordable or insurance covered therapy, weekend or flexible scheduling, or virtual sessions, you can find a therapist and get started when you are ready.
Why work with a licensed therapist near you?
Working with a licensed therapist near you gives you access to professional mental health support from someone trained to help you understand and manage what you are going through. A licensed therapist can offer evidence-based approaches, a steady space to talk, and guidance tailored to your situation. In Wisconsin, online therapy can make that care more accessible, since sessions happen from home or wherever you are, without the need to travel to an office. This can help if your schedule is full, if travel is difficult, or if you simply prefer a more discreet setting. You can learn more about what a therapist does on the therapist role page.
Online therapy can be especially helpful for people living across Wisconsin, where access to in-person mental health care may vary by location.
What concerns can therapists help with?
Therapists can help with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and stress, depression, trauma and PTSD, self-esteem and identity, people-pleasing and fear of rejection, insomnia and racing thoughts, workplace stress and burnout, substance use, parenting and co-parenting stress, grief and loss, and relationship and family challenges. Therapists on BetterHelp may draw on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), depending on your needs and goals. You can explore support for specific concerns on pages such as generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and eating disorders.
Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.
Online therapy vs. in-person therapy in Wisconsin
Online therapy and in-person therapy both connect you with a licensed professional, and the main difference is how you meet. In Wisconsin, online therapy through BetterHelp lets you have sessions by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet from home or on a schedule that fits your life. In-person therapy takes place at an office and may involve travel and set appointment windows. Online therapy may be more accessible for people with busy schedules, limited transportation, or a preference for a more discreet setting. Both formats can support meaningful progress, so the right choice often comes down to what fits your life.
Finding a therapist that accepts insurance in Wisconsin
BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session.
You can check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. If you prefer to pay without insurance, BetterHelp subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, billed as an alternative way to access the same care, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.
How BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Wisconsin
BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Wisconsin through personalized matching that considers your needs, preferences, and goals. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, you can be matched with a licensed therapist from a network of over 30,000 professionals, and 93% of user preferences are met during matching. The search and location matching cover common near-me needs, including anxiety, trauma, affordable or sliding-scale support, weekend or flexible scheduling, and virtual sessions. If your first match is not the right fit, you can switch therapists at no extra cost. When you are ready, you can get started and begin the process.
Therapists near you in Wisconsin
Below, you’ll find licensed therapists authorized to provide online therapy to adults across Wisconsin, including residents in South Wayne.
Each provider meets state licensing requirements and has experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Please note: Therapists on BetterHelp in Wisconsin do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.
Frequently asked questions about finding a therapist near me
How much does therapy cost near me?
Therapy costs near you can vary by provider, format, and payment method. With BetterHelp, subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. BetterHelp also accepts insurance through many major insurance plans, and eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status.
Does BetterHelp accept insurance?
Yes. BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.
Is online therapy effective?
Online therapy can be an effective way to receive licensed mental health care for many common concerns. Research suggests that online therapy may support progress in ways comparable to in-person care for concerns such as anxiety and depression. On BetterHelp, you connect with a licensed therapist who can use evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT, and you can meet by phone, video, or in-app messaging.
Do I need a diagnosis to see a therapist?
No, you do not need a diagnosis to see a therapist. Many people begin therapy to work through stress, life changes, relationships, or personal growth without any diagnosis. Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses. If you are looking for a starting point, personalized matching can connect you with a licensed therapist suited to your goals.
How quickly can I start therapy?
You can often start therapy within 24 to 48 hours of signing up with BetterHelp. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, personalized matching connects you with a licensed therapist, and you can schedule your first session once you are matched. This process is designed to help you begin care at your own pace, without a long wait.
Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit?
Yes. If you feel your therapist is not the right match, you can request to be matched with another licensed provider at no additional cost. You are able to do so through the BetterHelp user portal and select switch therapists if needed.
Is online therapy discreet?
Online therapy with BetterHelp offers a discreet setting where you can connect with a licensed therapist from the comfort of your home. Sessions take place by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet without going into an office. Your account and sessions are protected with strong safeguards, and you choose how and where you attend. This can make therapy feel more comfortable for people who prefer a discreet way to get support.
Find a Therapist in South Wayne, Wisconsin
Ready to begin? BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist serving South Wayne and the surrounding WI area. When you are ready to take the next step, get started.