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Accepted Payment Methods: This therapist accepts "out of pocket" and "sliding scale" clients.
Wisconsin: https://app.wi.gov/licensesearch
Florida: https://mqa-internet.doh.state.fl.us/MQASearchServices/HealthCareProviders
Accepted Payment Methods: This therapist accepts "out of pocket" and "sliding scale" clients.
Tayler Clark, MSW (she/her/hers)
Owner/Director/ LCSW/ Field Supervisor
Tayler did her undergraduate internship at The Grand Avenue Club in Milwaukee, WI. Tayler graduated in 2016 from UW-Milwaukee with her Bachelors degree in Social Work. Tayler then proceeded to work as an intern at The Center for Veterans Issues during her graduate school program. Tayler graduated with her Masters degree in social work through Aurora University. Taylers' post-grad school clinical hours were completed at Family Options Counseling. There Tayler worked with children, adolescents, teens and families with a wide range of needs. Tayler worked specifically with adoption/ foster care and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program). Tayler then worked for Kenosha Community Health Center as a psychotherapist and Mental Health consulta nt to medical providers and their patients of all ages.
Tayler started Nova MHS in 2019 because she felt stuck in practices that had a, “this is how we’ve always done it” mentality. I wanted to create a space that embraced change, healthy work/ life balances and boundaries while also creating a truly safe and embracing space for clients. In 2021, Tayler expanded this practice to a group practice to reach more clients without compromising quality of services through low caseload numbers and unique treatment plans. In her free time, Tayler loves to travel, photography and Arial Lyra Yoga. Tayler has 3 fur babies (two cats and one dog).
Currently, Tayler is Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) to provide competent and informed mental healthcare to families going through the adoption process. Our goal is to serve families who are in the adoption process and specialize in working with LGBTQI+ families
Owner/Director/ LCSW/ Field Supervisor
Tayler did her undergraduate internship at The Grand Avenue Club in Milwaukee, WI. Tayler graduated in 2016 from UW-Milwaukee with her Bachelors degree in Social Work. Tayler then proceeded to work as an intern at The Center for Veterans Issues during her graduate school program. Tayler graduated with her Masters degree in social work through Aurora University. Taylers' post-grad school clinical hours were completed at Family Options Counseling. There Tayler worked with children, adolescents, teens and families with a wide range of needs. Tayler worked specifically with adoption/ foster care and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program). Tayler then worked for Kenosha Community Health Center as a psychotherapist and Mental Health consulta nt to medical providers and their patients of all ages.
Tayler started Nova MHS in 2019 because she felt stuck in practices that had a, “this is how we’ve always done it” mentality. I wanted to create a space that embraced change, healthy work/ life balances and boundaries while also creating a truly safe and embracing space for clients. In 2021, Tayler expanded this practice to a group practice to reach more clients without compromising quality of services through low caseload numbers and unique treatment plans. In her free time, Tayler loves to travel, photography and Arial Lyra Yoga. Tayler has 3 fur babies (two cats and one dog).
Currently, Tayler is Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) to provide competent and informed mental healthcare to families going through the adoption process. Our goal is to serve families who are in the adoption process and specialize in working with LGBTQI+ families
Crystal D. Carter (she/her/hers)
LCSW
Crystal D. Carter has her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from UW-Whitewater and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare from UW-Milwaukee. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years’ experience as a psychotherapist in an outpatient setting at both Children’s Hospital and Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospitals. She has worked with all modality’s individuals, families, couples, and groups. Her specialty is working with BIPOC populations and women who deal with race and gender related issues as well as other stressors. She has written several articles on topics such as black girls and sexual abuse and race-based trauma. She also enjoys working with couples. She focuses on client’s strengths and their resiliencies.
She enjoys writing, traveling, and the arts.
LCSW
Crystal D. Carter has her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from UW-Whitewater and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare from UW-Milwaukee. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years’ experience as a psychotherapist in an outpatient setting at both Children’s Hospital and Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospitals. She has worked with all modality’s individuals, families, couples, and groups. Her specialty is working with BIPOC populations and women who deal with race and gender related issues as well as other stressors. She has written several articles on topics such as black girls and sexual abuse and race-based trauma. She also enjoys working with couples. She focuses on client’s strengths and their resiliencies.
She enjoys writing, traveling, and the arts.
Kaity Anderson, MA (she/her/hers)
Psychotherapist
Kaity Anderson received her bachelor degree in psychology at Clarke University in 2016 and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Mount Mary University in 2019, where she received trauma-focused education with training in EMDR.
Kaity completed her graduate internship at Family Options Counseling, where she worked with clients of all ages encountering a wide range of needs and diagnoses. Kaity co-facilitated both the child and adolescent Social Skills Program and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program) while at Family Options, working as both an individual, family, and group therapist. Kaity completed her post-grad clinical hours at Wishope Recovery and Iris Health Clinic, where she worked with adults experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Kaity has a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ population, trauma, and young adults. As a counselor, Kaity creates a safe, judgment free environment for her clients to grow.
In her free time, Kaity enjoys the outdoors, golfing, and concerts – she’s always ready to hear about your latest adventures and the newest songs on your playlist. She loves spending time with her family and spoiling her cat and dog.
Psychotherapist
Kaity Anderson received her bachelor degree in psychology at Clarke University in 2016 and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Mount Mary University in 2019, where she received trauma-focused education with training in EMDR.
Kaity completed her graduate internship at Family Options Counseling, where she worked with clients of all ages encountering a wide range of needs and diagnoses. Kaity co-facilitated both the child and adolescent Social Skills Program and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program) while at Family Options, working as both an individual, family, and group therapist. Kaity completed her post-grad clinical hours at Wishope Recovery and Iris Health Clinic, where she worked with adults experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Kaity has a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ population, trauma, and young adults. As a counselor, Kaity creates a safe, judgment free environment for her clients to grow.
In her free time, Kaity enjoys the outdoors, golfing, and concerts – she’s always ready to hear about your latest adventures and the newest songs on your playlist. She loves spending time with her family and spoiling her cat and dog.
Heidi Smaradottir, MA (she/her/hers)
LPC-IT
Heidi is a graduate from John F Kennedy University with her Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is passionate about working with the LGBTQI+ community and the Neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism, etc.) community.
Heidi has a wide range of experience. Heidi has been in the mental health field since 2014 During her Master's program, Heidi worked at Momentum for Mental Health, in San Jose, CA. There she guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol use issues. Heidi then moved on to work as a clinical therapist intern at a Community-Based Counseling Program at JFKU in Pleasant Hill, CA. She’s performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflict. These experiences have allowed her to become adaptable, empathetic, authentic, and culturally informed.
In her free time Heidi is active in CrossFit, Mixed Martial Arts, Team-Handball, Horseback riding, and traveling. She loves engaging in deep discussions with friends and spending time with those who are important to her.
LPC-IT
Heidi is a graduate from John F Kennedy University with her Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is passionate about working with the LGBTQI+ community and the Neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism, etc.) community.
Heidi has a wide range of experience. Heidi has been in the mental health field since 2014 During her Master's program, Heidi worked at Momentum for Mental Health, in San Jose, CA. There she guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol use issues. Heidi then moved on to work as a clinical therapist intern at a Community-Based Counseling Program at JFKU in Pleasant Hill, CA. She’s performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflict. These experiences have allowed her to become adaptable, empathetic, authentic, and culturally informed.
In her free time Heidi is active in CrossFit, Mixed Martial Arts, Team-Handball, Horseback riding, and traveling. She loves engaging in deep discussions with friends and spending time with those who are important to her.
Alyssa Burke
(She/Her/Hers)
Clinical Intern- Mental Health
Alyssa is a current MSW student at UW Milwaukee. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Welfare and Justice from Marquette University. She has extensive experience in case work, and has worked with mostly people in the criminal justice system, where she saw the extensive need for trauma informed therapy and mental health work. She is excited to now get to pursue her passion for helping others on their mental health journeys more directly. She believes in focusing on clients' resilience and strengths, and hopes to continue exploring how to treat trauma and its effects on mental health. She plans to pursue a trauma-informed care certificate during the course of her MSW education. Alyssa is incredibly excited to learn and develop her practice in such an LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergency affirming environment.
In her spare time, Alyssa enjoys traveling, cooking, yoga, and spending time with her cat, Mimi, and her large network of siblings. A huge supporter of creative expression, she enjoys reading, creative writing, and newly, tabletop gaming with friends.
(She/Her/Hers)
Clinical Intern- Mental Health
Alyssa is a current MSW student at UW Milwaukee. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Welfare and Justice from Marquette University. She has extensive experience in case work, and has worked with mostly people in the criminal justice system, where she saw the extensive need for trauma informed therapy and mental health work. She is excited to now get to pursue her passion for helping others on their mental health journeys more directly. She believes in focusing on clients' resilience and strengths, and hopes to continue exploring how to treat trauma and its effects on mental health. She plans to pursue a trauma-informed care certificate during the course of her MSW education. Alyssa is incredibly excited to learn and develop her practice in such an LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergency affirming environment.
In her spare time, Alyssa enjoys traveling, cooking, yoga, and spending time with her cat, Mimi, and her large network of siblings. A huge supporter of creative expression, she enjoys reading, creative writing, and newly, tabletop gaming with friends.
Alexa Gardner
(She/Her/Hers)
Bachelor in Social Work Student Intern
Alexa is an undergraduate student at The University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee (UWM) studying Social work. After graduating in the summer of 2022, Alexa plans to continue her Masters at UWM, with the goal of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Alexa hopes to spend time as a therapist specializing in eating disorders and addictions. In the far future Alexa plans to open a mental health office of her own. Alexa is currently a nanny to many families and really enjoys working with children.
Alexa has experience volunteering in retirement homes with older adults who have Alzheimers and Dementia. In addition, Alexa has volunteered in a Milwaukee public school assisting children who are Autistic with classroom work. Alexa enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and kayaking. Alexa also likes weight lifting in her free time. Alexa loves exploring abandoned and historical places, where she
takes photos of her findings. She has a deep love for animals and hopes to foster lots of cats throughout her life.
Frankie
(She/Her/Hers)
Therapy Dog- In Training
Woof! Hi, my name is Frankie and I am a Tux GoldenDoodle. I was born on May 3, 2021. I may be small and silly now but I am training for a VERY special job. When I grow up I am going to be a licensed therapy dog. It is not easy to become a therapy dog, it involves a lot of training, practice and patience. I know I can do it, pass the test and become the best therapy dog ever!! I am just starting my training and will be training for a while as I am too small still to take the test. So in the meantime, I may be stopping into the office for some very important cuddles… I mean training. I am hypoallergenic and very sweet but if you do not want me in the room with you, I understand! My mom… I mean, my boss, Tayler Clark, MSW, LCSW, will ask beforehand if I can come in. I cannot wait to meet you and help you on your journey to healing!
Accepted Payment Methods: Praise, pets, cuddles and treats!
(She/Her/Hers)
Therapy Dog- In Training
Woof! Hi, my name is Frankie and I am a Tux GoldenDoodle. I was born on May 3, 2021. I may be small and silly now but I am training for a VERY special job. When I grow up I am going to be a licensed therapy dog. It is not easy to become a therapy dog, it involves a lot of training, practice and patience. I know I can do it, pass the test and become the best therapy dog ever!! I am just starting my training and will be training for a while as I am too small still to take the test. So in the meantime, I may be stopping into the office for some very important cuddles… I mean training. I am hypoallergenic and very sweet but if you do not want me in the room with you, I understand! My mom… I mean, my boss, Tayler Clark, MSW, LCSW, will ask beforehand if I can come in. I cannot wait to meet you and help you on your journey to healing!
Accepted Payment Methods: Praise, pets, cuddles and treats!