Psychodynamic therapists in Milwaukee, WI
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Psychodynamic
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with understanding—of ourselves, our patterns, and the biological and emotional systems that shape how we experience the world. I work with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of concerns, integrating clinical experience, psychological insight, and education about how the brain and nervous system function under stress, trauma, and emotional strain.
Throughout my career in community mental health, private practice, medical settings, and teaching, I have worked with people facing complex emotional and relational challenges. These experiences have shaped a practical, compassionate, and direct style that focuses on helping clients understand why they feel and react the way they do, while developing concrete skills for change. I believe therapy is not only about symptom relief but about increasing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and the ability to navigate life with greater clarity and intention.
My work often includes helping clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and physiological responses. By learning how to regulate the nervous system and tolerate uncertainty, individuals can respond more thoughtfully rather than react automatically. I aim to create a collaborative and respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore difficult experiences, retell their stories when needed, and move toward a stronger sense of stability and self-understanding.
Therapy is a process of growth, accountability, and compassion. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions, my goal is to help them build insight, resilience, and a more grounded sense of who they are and how they want to live.
16 Years Experience
Online in Milwaukee, WI (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Victoria Hagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Does life feel overwhemling sometimes? Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Or Maybe you are concerned that your memory is not what it used to be? Or a family member has recently been diagnosed with a memory disorder.
I specialize in working with adults who want to be active participants in their brain health. I am fulfilled when working with families and care partners who are navigating the cognitive changes of a loved one. My interests lie in helping adults through life transitions, including depression, anxiety, stress and grief.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Milwaukee, WI
Online in Milwaukee, WI
Psychodynamic
Lisa Herpolsheimer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP-II, C-DBT
My therapeutic style is warm, genuine and engaging; I am well known for my natural ability to build a collaborative, effective, and deeply meaningful therapeutic relationship with my clients. I have 25 years of experiencing providing psychotherapy, and my specialty area is working with emotionally sensitive persons who have difficulty regulating and managing emotions. Most often, the clients I work with have more than one mental health concern at a time that they are seeking treatment for, and they are in need of an advanced-trained specialist due to multiple clinically complex needs. I work with Teens ages 14-18, Young Adults 18-25, and Adults 26 and Over. I provide therapy services either in-person at our beautiful historic Delafield, Wisconsin location at the Wise Mind DBT & CBT Center, or via Secure and Private Telehealth Services.
Therapy sessions with me are a blend of therapeutic processing (with a client-centered/strengths-based perspective), which I combine with teaching you the transformative Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills (DBT) that are relevant to your life in the here and now. The DBT Skills and CBT-Based Techniques that I utilize are designed to help alleviate suffering from emotion regulation/high emotional sensitivity problems, Borderline Personality Disorder, Mood disorders including Anxiety, Depression, and OCD, in addition to other co-occurring mental health disorders. I also provide care to persons with ADHD / neurodivergence care needs. I am advanced-trained and certified to provide effective and compassionate care for persons seeking to recover from psychological trauma, including PTSD and Complex PTSD.
You will experience both supportive and validating care in session, while also learning and practicing deeply powerful skills to help you safely manage and experience your emotions. My aim is to provide transformative and effective care for your mental heath symptoms, thus preparing you to take on life's challenges more effectively as they arise in your life out of session.
My goal for you is that you Build A Life Worth Living: a life that is meaningful and rewarding for you, a life that brings you peace, joy, and confidence in your resiliency all along the way.
Working with me, you will become more able to deeply explore your emotions, learn to gently broaden your perspective on troubling situations, you will be able to access your inherent wisdom and insight into the patterns you have observed in your life, and will develop a renewed sense of confidence and hopefulness as you recover and re-discover your ability to reach the personal life goals that you may have thought were just too far out of reach for you until now.
I would be honored to Walk Alongside You on your recovery journey!
I also provide a FREE and in-depth Clinical Consultation Call for persons interested in starting therapy with me. The fastest and easiest way to get in contact with me to schedule your free consultation call is to TEXT message me directly, on my private and password-protected secure mobile phone at: (262) 744-5201. I look forward to connecting with you!
Lisa
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Milwaukee, WI
Online in Milwaukee, WI
Psychodynamic
Jason Hutchings
Psychologist, PsyD
My initial interest in psychotherapy was sparked by studies in history, music, visual art, and the major world religions. These seemingly disparate interests helped me understand individual narratives in the context of our larger collective history. We all have a sense of who we are and how the world works based on years of lived experience. By deepening the understanding of our personal narrative we prepare the way for a sense of meaning and purpose that can impact our lives and those around us in profound ways.
13 Years Experience
Online in Milwaukee, WI
Psychodynamic
Lisa J. Taylor
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Relationships can be the greatest source of joy in our lives, but they also have the capacity to cause us the most pain. If you are struggling to find joy or peace in any of your important relationships, please know that help and support are available! I am a clinical psychologist with training from Princeton University, New York University, and the University of Pennsylvania, as well as with over 20 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Whether you are looking to improve a romantic relationship or your relationship with your children or other family members, or if you are simply hoping to learn better ways of understanding and communicating with the people you love, let me help you improve your relationship skills and find more satisfaction in your connection to others!
21 Years Experience
Online in Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee is one of the most racially segregated cities in the United States, and the mental health effects of systemic inequality, concentrated poverty, and community violence disproportionately affect its Black residents — driving demand for culturally affirming and trauma-informed therapists. The city has a strong Polish, German, and working-class heritage in many of its neighborhoods, and therapists frequently address intergenerational family dynamics, addiction, and depression tied to economic stress. Froedtert Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin provide major institutional mental health resources alongside community-based providers. Milwaukee's proximity to Chicago means some residents also access care in the broader metro corridor.
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Milwaukee, WI Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Milwaukee, WI average 18 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (81%), and Trauma and PTSD (56%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 81% | Depression |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Stress |
| 52% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
| 39% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 34% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Men |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 21% | Black / African American |