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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.
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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. Tayler has completed the Adoption Competency Training (TAC) to help provide informed mental healthcare to families going through the adoption process. Our goal is to serve families who are apart of the adoption/foster world and specialize in working with families that are apart of the LGBTQI+ community. In her free time, Tayler loves to travel, photography and Arial Lyra Yoga. Tayler has 3 fur babies (two cats and one dog). |
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Maddie Noorlander (she/her/hers)
LPC-IT Maddie received her Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and History from Marquette University in 2018, and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in 2022, where she received a Trauma Informed Care Certificate as well. Maddie completed her graduate internship at the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, where she worked with individuals ages 13-67 on gender, sexuality, and a broad range of mental health concerns. During this time Maddie also ran the LGBT+ youth group, where she aided in providing support for young people ages 13-24. Maddie is passionate about working with neurodivergent people, queer people, trauma survivors, and young adults. As a counselor Maddie is committed to creating a safe environment for her clients, providing and engaging in practices of harm reduction, anti-racism, and body neutrality. She aims to create a space where all people feel safe to grow and change as they wish, at their pace. Most of Maddie’s free time is currently taken up by wedding planning, however when she isn’t wedding planning Maddie enjoys going to concerts, making playlists, reading, and spending time with her fiance and their pets (Pigeon the dog, Lola and Pascal the cats). She is always ready to swap music recommendations and see pictures of your dog! |
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Liz Steiner (she/her/hers)
APSW Liz Steiner (she/her/hers) has a BA from UW-Madison in sociology and a Masters in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has worked in social work, cancer research at the Medical College of Wisconsin, for OnMilwaukee.com and most recently at Applied Therapies and Wellness. Liz brings a diverse background of work experience and a deep interest in CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to her work with clients. Liz sees clients ages 13 and older, coping with a variety of issues, especially depression, anxiety, ADHD, and chronic illness, as well as parenting children with ADHD and disabilities. Liz believes in a client-centered approach to goal-setting and treatment planning. Liz is excited to work in a practice that is LGBTQIAP+ and neurodivergency affirming. She is in training to be a certified ADHD provider. In her free time, Liz is a bookworm, a big fan of women's soccer, and enjoys spending time with her spouse and their two children. |
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Crystal D. Carter (she/her/hers)
LCSW, Licensing hours Supervisor 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. |
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Kaity Anderson (she/they)
LPC 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. |
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Heidi Smaradottir, MA (she/her/hers)
LPC-IT, MFT-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. |
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Benjamin Mattson
(He/Him/His) Clinical Intern- Mental Health Benjamin is a masters level student at UWM who earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Alverno college in 2011.During his studies he worked at an inpatient rehabilitation center for women living with substance use disorder. His internshipsfocused on safer sex education and public health research. After graduation he worked as a case manager helping adults with severe and persistent mental illness remove barriers and build a comfortable life within their communities. That experience led him to his work as a housing case manager and staff member at a transitional living site for adults living with HIV, a rewarding period that helped him realize his desire to be a therapist with a focus on trauma and LGBTQI+ issues. Benjamin has also worked as a full-time caregiver for a non-verbal autistic adult. Throughout his work Benjamin focused on gaining experience with diverse populations, which illuminated how we are are alllinked by similar inner needs, hopes and drives despite our vast differences as humans. Nurturing our inner humanity in an authentic and gentle way has been a guiding philosophy in his work with people. His hobbies include video games, tabletop gaming, reading, writing, cooking, playing guitar badly and animals. He has two rescue cats named Luca and Haven. |
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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!