Social Isolation therapists in Appleton, WI
Browse Social Isolation therapists in Appleton, Wisconsin. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Social Isolation
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
Discover your inner strengths, and find new ways to connect with yourself and others.
7 Years Experience
Online in Appleton, WI
Social Isolation
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who feel socially isolated or disconnected, even though they want closer relationships. Many of the people I see are thoughtful, highly self‑aware, and sometimes feel out of sync with typical social norms. From the outside, it can look like you are doing fine; inside, you may feel alone, peripheral, or hard to really know. You may enjoy connection once it is happening, but getting there can feel complicated, effortful, or uncertain.
Social isolation can look like drifting away from friends without meaning to; keeping conversations on the surface because a deeper connection feels risky or confusing; or feeling invisible or on the edges in social settings. It can also look like wanting closeness but not knowing how to move toward it, feeling disconnected from your own needs or preferences, or carrying a sense that other people have an ease with relationships that you somehow missed. You may often feel judged, misread, or like people do not really understand you, which can make it even harder to risk reaching out.
I work extensively with adults navigating this kind of disconnection and know how heavy it can feel when most of your life is lived on your own. For many people, there can also be a long history of masking, camouflaging, or adapting to others that leaves you unsure what you actually want. Over time, this can lead to loneliness, self‑doubt, or a sense of being on the outside of your own life.
In our work together, we look closely at how these patterns developed and what they have been protecting you from. We make room for the part of you that has learned to be fiercely self‑sufficient, to rely on yourself because that has felt safest. From there, we explore small, meaningful steps toward connection that feel authentic and sustainable for you, with relationships where you can feel met and genuinely seen. You don’t have to manage this alone. This kind of work is central to my practice, and I approach it with a great deal of care.
26 Years Experience
Online in Appleton, WI
Social Isolation
Dr. Kelsi Clayson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Feeling disconnected from others can be one of the most painful human experiences. Maybe you’re struggling to find meaningful relationships, or you feel like you don’t quite belong anywhere. Perhaps you've withdrawn due to past hurts, anxiety, or life circumstances, and now the idea of reconnecting feels overwhelming or even impossible. Loneliness can creep in slowly or hit all at once, leaving you feeling invisible, misunderstood, or unsure of how to reach out.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we’ll explore the barriers keeping you isolated—whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty about where to start—and work toward creating connections that feel fulfilling and safe. Meaningful relationships aren’t just about having people around you; they’re about feeling truly seen and valued. You deserve that, and it’s never too late to take the first step toward connection.
8 Years Experience
Online in Appleton, WI
Social Isolation
Lisa Herpolsheimer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP-II, C-DBT
Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) for Social Isolation and Disorders of Over-Control such as perfectionism, disordered eating, rigid interaction styles with others, and "Treatment Resistant" Depression.
26 Years Experience
Online in Appleton, WI
Social Isolation
Victoria Hagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Social isolation can interfere with our ability to enjoy friends and social events. Do you find yourself avoiding or declining invitations to gatherings? Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence based therapies we will work to reduce/eliminate social anxiety for a fuller life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Appleton, WI
Social Isolation therapists in Appleton, WI Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in Appleton, WI average 16 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (45%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
30%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |