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Top therapists in Appleton, WI accepting new patients

Connect with compassionate providers in Appleton's key neighborhoods through Headway's platform of 776 licensed professionals. Sessions available in-person or virtually with insurance coverage accepted, helping you find the right fit for your mental health needs without financial barriers.

Linda Slaikeu

Linda Slaikeu

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I teach clients practical tools, strategies and skills that empower them to maintain the positive changes they achieve.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrew Gordon

Andrew Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I am sincere about providing my clients the space and compassion needed to feel understood and supported.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Schuler

Tiffany Schuler

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I create an environment where people are not judged, feel understood, and can achieve solution in a timely manner.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
April Zamzow

April Zamzow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Whitewater, WI


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs. With younger clients, I incorporate play therapy and expressive techniques; with teens and adults, I use CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tara Ostromencki

Tara Ostromencki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Crosse, WI


“My approach to mental health care is a combination of traditional psychiatry and integrative health practices...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. James Geidner

Dr. James Geidner

Therapist

Virtual • Superior, WI


“Dr. Geidner's approach to therapy emphasizes finding the right treatment modality to meet each client's unique needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Trauma
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Andrea Guenther-Pal

Andrea Guenther-Pal

Therapist

Virtual • Madison, WI


“I'm passionate about helping my clients find balance, peace, and purpose so they can live their most authentic lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanne Gustafson

Jeanne Gustafson

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am a licensed mental health therapist with a background in social work. I have a master's in clinical social work from the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. I have experience working in outpatient therapy and medical settings, which has shaped my grounded and integrative approach to care. I work with adults and children navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, professional stress, grief, and patterns that feel difficult to shift. I also support individuals experiencing self-doubt, boundary concerns, emotional overwhelm, and relational dynamics that leave them feeling unseen or unheard.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla Veness

Kayla Veness

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to create person centered sessions for you to achieve your individual goals as we work together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Gillian Van Dien

Gillian Van Dien

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Everyone has the ability to heal from past injuries, solve psychological problems, and improve their lives so that they are happier, more confident, and better able to achieve their life goals, when they are willing and ready to apply themselves to...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Douglas

Andrea Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bukola Kuti

Bukola Kuti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hudson, WI


“My primary focus is to provide holistic care by considering all psychological, physical, interpersonal, and environmental factors when creating treatment plans for clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amber Slabaugh

Amber Slabaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monona, WI


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and relational. I help clients identify patterns that keep them stuck and build tools to manage emotions, improve relationships, and create lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Riley Strauss

Riley Strauss

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is relational and insight-oriented. Together, we explore the emotions, patterns, and experiences that may be shaping how you think, feel, and relate to yourself and others.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kevin Kohnke

Kevin Kohnke

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I'm passionate about this work because I've been there myself. I know what it's like to battle anxiety and depression...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Corral

Juan Corral

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach is collaborative, direct, and compassionate. I strive to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zachary Rehbein-Jones

Zachary Rehbein-Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I utilize a solution-focused and strength-based approach to help clients develop practical strategies for lasting change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Rocker

Dr. Shannon Rocker

Psychologist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“During sessions, you can expect me to offer support, challenge negative thought processes, and help you stay on track towards reaching your goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amy Wilhelmi

Amy Wilhelmi

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I specialize in couples and sex therapy, using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect emotionally and physically.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christine Moore

Christine Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monona, WI


“I primarily work with adults. I specialize in working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, addiction, grief, health concerns, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Therapist

Virtual • Appleton, WI


Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Walker

Kristin Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“Clients often describe me as warm, humorous, and easy to talk to—someone who helps them feel comfortable opening up without pressure or judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Brandon Cassels

Dr. Brandon Cassels

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My approach integrates insight-oriented work, humanistic values, and relational understanding to help you move beyond surface-level coping and into genuine self-awareness, emotional strength, and long-term growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ernest Garrett III, Ph.D.

Dr. Ernest Garrett III, Ph.D.

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I am a Deaf LCSW and Neuropsychotherapist (NPT-C) with nearly 20 years of experience dedicated to high-achieving individuals facing systemic pressure. My clinical work integrates Neuropsychotherapy and Executive Management principles to cultivate cognitive resilience and self-mastery. My foundation includes four advanced degrees, culminating in my doctoral research which focused on systemic complexity and inclusive leadership. I bring extensive experience as a former leader in state government, non-profit, and private sectors. This background allows me to treat vocational stress, anxiety, and burnout with humble competence and real-world relevance. I communicate effectively via voice, video, and American Sign Language (ASL). I am committed to creating affirming, psychologically safe, and accessible spaces for all individuals to thrive.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tanya Ramirez

Tanya Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waukesha, WI


“With over 5 years of experience working with individuals 12-25, I understand the unique struggles that come with growing up...”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Laura O'Loughlin

Laura O'Loughlin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where we work together to manage depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and other mental health challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Authur Carr

Authur Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I think clients will always be able to identify that they were fully seen and heard in their session.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Ewald

Christine Ewald

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that we all have a need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe and supportive space.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rosa Garcia Henriquez

Rosa Garcia Henriquez

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


I specialize in supporting people navigating trauma, addiction, and tough emotional seasons. As an APSW and SAC-IT in Wisconsin, I bring training in Youth-Oriented Substance Abuse and Trauma Counseling, as well as Brainspotting. In our work together, we’ll look at how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors connect—especially around substance use, trauma, and patterns that feel hard to change—so you can feel safer, more understood, and more in control of your life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly O'Brien-Sillman

Kimberly O'Brien-Sillman

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“My goal is to utilize the therapeutic relationship as a conduit of healing in which a strong, trusting relationship between us provides a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and emotions, allowing you to process pain, gain...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Selena Hughes

Selena Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


You’ve already taken an important step by being here. I’m Selena Hughes, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I work with adults facing substance use, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, grief, and trauma. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re going through, better understand your patterns, and help you reconnect with your strengths so you can feel more hopeful and in control.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Calvin Smith

Calvin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that every person has value, purpose, and the capacity for growth, regardless of the challenges they may be facing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shari Forbes

Shari Forbes

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can be real—no judgment, no pretense—just honest conversations grounded in warmth and respect.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Woodruff

Emily Woodruff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, WI


“I strive to provide a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where people feel heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brian Webb

Brian Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I use a holistic approach that focuses on the whole person because you are more than the issue you may have at the time.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roxann Pazdera

Roxann Pazdera

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


Hi, I'm so happy you found me! I'm Roxann, owner/psychotherapist at Birch Grove Family Therapy. I have a master's degree in social work (MSW) from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Wisconsin. I also completed a predoctoral fellowship in Infant, Early Childhood, and Family Mental Health with the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Working as a Clinical Social Worker in a psychiatric inpatient hospital, and as a therapist for an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), has shown me the importance of care continuity, I offer support as you, or your loved one, transition from intensive treatment to outpatient care. I focus on maintaining progress, strengthening coping skills, and building lasting stability in everyday life.

As a parent myself, and a former Parent Educator, I also have a special passion for working with infants, young children, and families navigating early attachment, teaching emotional regulation, supporting healthy development and navigating parent-child relationship concerns.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jana Giliberto

Jana Giliberto

Therapist

Virtual • Wisconsin


“I believe that at the heart of most of our struggles lies our disconnection from our true, authentic selves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy Bayer

Amy Bayer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fond du Lac, WI


“In our work together know that you'll have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what's been weighing on you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Barrera Gutierrez

Maria Barrera Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Green Bay, WI


“A holistic approach combines traditional therapy with mindfulness-based techniques to promote lasting change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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 776 therapists in Appleton, WI accepting new patients.
776+
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
  • 67%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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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 54%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
  • 36%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 a Therapist in Appleton

Finding the right therapist in Appleton starts with identifying what kind of support you're looking for. Whether you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or life transitions, look for a licensed provider who specializes in your area of need. Common license types in Wisconsin include LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and psychologist — and if you're interested in medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner may be the right fit.

Appleton and the surrounding Fox Cities area have a range of mental health providers, which can make narrowing your search feel like a lot. Consider what matters most to you beyond credentials — things like whether a provider offers virtual or in-person sessions, their therapeutic approach, and whether their schedule works with yours. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you get a sense of their style and decide if they're a good match.

Therapy in the Appleton area can be costly without coverage, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and out-of-pocket costs may vary based on your plan and location. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a therapist who fits your needs and your budget.

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