Online Stress therapists in Wausau, Wisconsin WI
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Madison Zimbal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA counseling intern under supervision
Stress can build quietly over time until it begins to feel constant, showing up as irritability, overwhelm, fatigue, trouble concentrating, sleep difficulties, or a sense that you are always “on” and never fully able to rest. I work with children (7+), teens, and women who are feeling stretched thin by the demands of school, work, relationships, or daily life. In therapy, we focus on identifying what is contributing to stress and how it is impacting your thoughts, emotions, body, and behaviors. Many clients are used to pushing through stress without realizing how much it is affecting their overall well-being. Together, we work on slowing things down and creating space to understand what your mind and body are communicating. My approach is both practical and supportive. I help clients develop coping strategies for managing overwhelm, improving emotional regulation, setting healthier boundaries, and creating more balance in their day-to-day lives. The goal is not just to “handle stress better,” but to reduce the internal pressure that keeps it going. For clients who desire it, Christian counseling can also be integrated to support grounding, peace, and spiritual rest during stressful seasons. Faith can be a meaningful source of comfort and perspective when life feels heavy or out of control. My goal is to help clients feel more grounded, more in control of their emotional responses, and more able to move through life with a sense of steadiness rather than constant pressure.
1 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Unchained Brain LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Chronic stress can impact emotional health, thinking, and physical well-being. I help individuals manage stress by identifying contributing factors, improving coping strategies, and creating a greater sense of balance, clarity, and control in daily life.
1 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Stress can overwhelm both body and mind, leaving clients feeling reactive, depleted, or shut down. I help clients understand how stress cycles work in the nervous system and how to move through them rather than stay stuck in overdrive. My approach draws on IFS, mindfulness, somatic awareness, relaxation training, and experiential techniques to calm the body, regulate emotion, and create sustainable coping strategies. Attachment and narrative perspectives further support reframing meaning and building long-term resilience. I also provide diagnostic assessment and clarity to distinguish stress from underlying anxiety or mood disorders.
29 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Dina Hijazi
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT
Chronic stress can take a toll on both your mental and physical well-being, affecting everything from sleep to relationships. I work with clients to identify the sources of their stress and develop practical, effective strategies for managing it. Through relaxation techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices, we’ll focus on reducing the impact of stress, building resilience, and creating a healthier balance in your life. Together, we can work toward regaining a sense of calm and control, even in the midst of life’s demands.
35 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Mary Elisabeth Bonneson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, , BCPCC
Did you know that some level of stress is good for you? Yes, it can energize you to greater focus and productivity. But higher levels of chronic stress can deplete your immune system and energy, and generate an emotional depletion that leaves you vulnerable to depression. Let's help you manage your stress as a positive step for your overall well being.
32 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Dr. Tonia Vojtkofsky
Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Struggles with excessive tension or discomfort in the body, physical and mental exhaustion from stress.
24 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Chronic stress can take a toll on both mind and body—affecting sleep, mood, focus, and relationships. Therapy can help you identify the sources of stress, set boundaries, and learn practical skills for balance and resilience. With compassionate support and proven techniques, you can develop new coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and restore calm and clarity in your daily life.
25 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, Ph.D
Stress is often the reason people finally seek therapy — and we’re glad you’re here. Whether it’s the kind of stress that’s built up over years or a recent event that pushed you to your edge, we’ll help you sort through it, set boundaries, and find strategies that actually help. You don’t have to “just deal with it” anymore.
8 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Megan Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Therapist & A Couch is a space rooted in the belief that every part of you belongs. Many people who walk through my door are navigating varying degrees of stress that might be getting in their way of living life. These struggles often point to deeper questions about why we hurt the way we do, what our pain may be trying to illuminate about our lives, and what it takes to feel alive in the world again.
No matter the story someone arrives with, the diagnoses they may carry, or the identities they may hold, we begin with the core human experiences that connect us all — our wishes, fears, wounds, conflicts, patterns, walking contradictions...our messiness. Within these places live the quiet truths that shape who we are. Together, we gently sift through what’s been heavy so you can feel lighter, freer, and more whole.
8 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Amy Holder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CIMPH
I support clients in managing stress by identifying its sources and developing practical tools for balance, boundaries, and emotional regulation. Our work focuses on helping you feel more grounded and capable in the face of life’s demands.
15 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Dr. Jennifer Yalof
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Together, we reflect on your past to understand how you manage and cope with stress and think about your present and future in order for you to find a more peaceful way to live.
12 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Cynthia Leslie
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, MA, CPRS
Stress can take a physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional toll on you. Strategies can help you bring yourself into balance and increase functioning.
7 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I help clients manage stress related to work, school, relationships, and daily life demands. Therapy focuses on identifying sources of stress, developing effective coping strategies, and improving overall balance. My goal is to help clients feel more grounded, resilient, and in control of their lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Stress can affect every part of a relationship, often leading to increased conflict, emotional distance, communication difficulties, and feelings of overwhelm. Gottman Method couples therapy helps partners better understand how stress impacts both the individual and the relationship dynamic while strengthening emotional connection and support. Using evidence-based tools, like the 20-minute stress reducing conversation, couples learn healthier ways to communicate during stressful periods, manage conflict effectively, and respond to one another with greater empathy and understanding. Therapy focuses on helping couples feel more connected, resilient, and supported as they navigate the pressures of daily life together.
25 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Lisa Herpolsheimer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP-II, C-DBT
Life management and emotion management skills through DBT
26 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Orka Health and Wellness, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LMFT, LPCC
Life can be overwhelming, even without a specific diagnosis. From career burnout and major transitions to the daily "mental load" of managing a household, life stressors can drain your battery and leave you feeling stuck. Our Master’s level, clinically licensed therapists specialize in helping you navigate these pressures with practical tools and deep clinical insight.
Navigating Life’s Transitions & Daily Pressures
We believe that you don't need to be in a "crisis" to deserve support. Therapy for life stress is about building resilience, setting boundaries, and regaining your sense of balance.
Common Stressors We Address
Major Life Transitions: Moving, starting a new career, retirement, or navigating a "mid-life" shift.
Burnout & Career Stress: Managing the demands of high-pressure jobs and preventing emotional exhaustion.
Parenting & Caregiving: Navigating the "sandwich generation" stress of caring for children and aging parents.
Academic Pressure: Supporting students (ages 10+) as they navigate the social and academic demands of school.
Relationship Changes: Moving through breakups, divorces, or shifting family dynamics.
Our Toolset for Stress Management
We go beyond simple advice, offering evidence-based strategies to help you cope:
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy): To identify the "all-or-nothing" thinking that often drives stress.
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy): To help you focus on what you can control and let go of what you can't.
Mindfulness & Psycho-education: Teaching you exactly how stress affects your nervous system and how to "reset" it.
Brainspotting: To release the physical tension and "fight-or-flight" energy that chronic stress leaves in the body.
A Collaborative Roadmap to Balance
We treat your life stress with the same clinical rigor as any other concern.
Full Assessment: We look at your current "stress load" and identify the areas where you feel most depleted.
Goal Setting: Together, we set markers for success—such as improved sleep, better work-life boundaries, or a more consistent self-care routine.
The Plan: We discuss a treatment roadmap, ensuring the tools we use fit into your busy life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI (Online Only)
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Dan Walinsky
Psychologist, PhD
Stress comes up in so many ways in people's lives, and there is no shortage of stressors. And, in an increasingly stressful world, our goal will be a collaborative investigation of how an why the stressors that you experience are particularly stressful to you, and work strategically to find ways to reduce the impact of stress on your day-to-day functioning and in your relationships.
4 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Nicholas Dillon, MS, MA
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, SAP, NCAC, Life & Recovery Coach
Everyone from time to time may deal with some level of stress. However, it is when that stress becomes unmanageable that it is important to seek help. We work to help locate the triggers and develop a healthy plan to get you back to healthy management of stress as well as the anxiety and emotion that may come with it.
16 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component offer the development of coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and practical tools to navigate daily challenges and improve overall well-being.
24 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
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Dr. Mike Strand
Psychologist, PsyD
Stress, in its many forms, can stealthily infiltrate our lives, clouding our thoughts and overwhelming our sense of peace. In my practice, I recognize the pervasive impact of stress and the resilience it takes to seek change. Through focused therapy, I work with you to identify stressors, develop effective coping strategies, and cultivate a lifestyle that embraces calmness and clarity, empowering you to navigate life’s pressures with a renewed sense of balance.
18 Years Experience
Online in Wausau, WI
Stress therapists in Wausau, Wisconsin Statistics
Stress therapists in Wausau, Wisconsin average 17 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Stress (100%), Anxiety or Fears (92%), and Depression (81%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Stress |
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 81% | Depression |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 59% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Social Anxiety |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |