Forgiveness therapists in Onalaska, Wisconsin WI
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Forgiveness
Susan Spicer
Psychologist, PhD
Drawing upon my extensive experience in working with clients, I've observed that forgiveness is a profound and transformative journey for individuals seeking emotional healing. In my therapeutic approach, I employ EMDR therapy as a powerful tool to guide you on this path to forgiveness. Recognizing that the journey towards forgiveness begins with processing the events that have contributed to your emotional wounds, we delve deep into the core beliefs about yourself that have sprouted from these experiences.
Throughout my work with clients, I emphasize several fundamental principles about forgiveness. Firstly, it's essential to understand that forgiveness doesn't imply agreement with or condoning of the actions that have caused you harm. It also doesn't necessitate allowing the same hurt to be inflicted upon you again. It is possible to forgive and not forget. It is also possible to forgive without ever reconciling with the person who harmed you, as forgiveness is created and achieved for your own personal peace and well-being.
Forgiveness is not a one-time event; it is a process that unfolds through stages. In our therapeutic journey together, we explore the "why" behind your desire to forgive, which serves as a powerful catalyst for determining the "how." This process allows us to navigate the complexities of forgiveness with clarity and purpose, ultimately paving the way for emotional liberation and healing.
26 Years Experience
Online in Onalaska, WI Wisconsin (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Madison Zimbal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA counseling intern under supervision
Forgiveness can be one of the most meaningful and also most difficult parts of healing. Many people come to therapy carrying hurt from relationships, family dynamics, betrayal, or past experiences that still feel heavy in the present. I provide a supportive space for children (7+), teens, and women who are struggling with resentment, emotional wounds, or feeling stuck in what has happened to them. In our work together, forgiveness is never rushed or forced. Instead, we gently explore what the pain represents, how it has impacted your thoughts and emotions, and what it might look like to begin loosening the hold it has on your present life. Forgiveness is not about excusing harm or minimizing what happened, it is about creating space for healing, emotional freedom, and peace. For many clients, forgiveness also involves processing grief, setting boundaries, and rebuilding a sense of self after being hurt. I use a compassionate, skills-based approach to help clients regulate emotions, work through painful memories, and move at a pace that feels safe and respectful. For clients who desire it, faith can also be integrated into this process. Christian counseling can offer a framework of grace, healing, and spiritual support, allowing forgiveness to be explored through both emotional and spiritual understanding. My goal is to help clients move toward relief, not by forgetting the past, but by no longer being defined or controlled by it. Healing is possible, and forgiveness can become a pathway toward greater peace, clarity, and emotional freedom.
1 Years Experience
Online in Onalaska, WI Wisconsin
Forgiveness
Good Human Work
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CSAC
Forgiveness is hard even when you've experienced something less significant, and can feel unnatural when it's about something really painful. When it comes to forgiving ourselves... well, that can feel downright impossible or unacceptable. Yet, it's an important step to finding peace within ourselves and living a happier life. Working through the pain and taking steps toward forgiveness takes courage. It's easier with a therapist who can guide the way and support you through it.
14 Years Experience
Online in Onalaska, WI Wisconsin
Forgiveness
Karambir Khalsa | Khalsa Psychology PLLC
Psychologist, (AZ PSY-005603), Non-Licensed Clinician (CO NLC.0107000)
Forgiveness often involves grief and I use Elisabeth Kübler-Ross' model of Grief or Healing (i.e., Denial - Anger - Bargaining - Depression - Acceptance) to explore what my preventing acceptance (i.e., fortgiveness).
3 Years Experience
Online in Onalaska, WI Wisconsin
Forgiveness
Victoria Hagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Forgiveness is powerful and not always easy. Sometimes we need to forgive ourselves. Sometimes we need to forgive others in order to move forward ourselves. Do you want to explore how forgiveness can positively impact your life. Together we will work toward moving to understanding.
3 Years Experience
Online in Onalaska, WI Wisconsin
Forgiveness therapists in Onalaska, Wisconsin Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Onalaska, Wisconsin average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Christian |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |