Hi there, I'm Melinda!

I understand stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life's challenges. Together, we have the tools for a better today and brighter future.

My focus

Hurting or spraining your ankle is a physical health issue. Living with anxiety or going through a rough patch is a mental health issue. We all have them. Therapy with the right person can help identify what you don't want & what you want or need. Together we can build hope and realize the benefits of talking, contemplating &/or taking action.

My approach

I utilize my life, experiences, Motivational Interviewing (member MI Network of Trainers) & Traumatic Stress Studies (Trauma Informed Care), and other therapeutic tools. I understand anxiety; the difficulties of life, work & change; & struggles in relationships. I have experienced the power of healing, the necessity of self-care & coping skills.

My communication style

I am a real person with real struggles and triumphs. I think I'm funny, but you don't have to. I'm dedicated to a genuine therapy relationship that helps you.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am skilled at therapy as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, social work/mental health consultant, & therapist with more than 20 years in the field. Life made sure to equip me with ups & downs, as well as education to help me be a genuine person who happens to provide therapeutic support.

My goals for you

Finding the right therapist matters. We’ll explore your reasons for seeking help, your goals, and what therapist style fits you best. If I seem like a good fit, let’s connect. Together, we can work toward healing, growth, and a brighter future through self-care, coping, and understanding life’s challenges.

Our first session

Our first session will focus on what you are hoping to get out of therapy. I want to know your struggles, hopes, values, beliefs, and desires. In the end, we'll understand what our journey together might look like.

I identify as...

Cis, Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Experiential Therapy

Gottman Method

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Educators

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

HIV/AIDS

Immune-Disorders

Intersex

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Queer

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Ascension-SmartHealth
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) Clinical/MFT from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

2056 N Riverboat Rd 210, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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Melinda Marasch