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Green Bay Counseling Clinic

Appointments: (920) 436-6800

Fax: (920) 432-5966

300 Crooks St.
Green Bay, WI 54301

  • About Us
  • Specialties
  • Treatment Areas
  • Outcomes

Hours of Operation

Mondays & Tuesdays: 7:45am-5:00pm

Wednesdays & Thursdays: 7:45am-6:30pm

Fridays: 7:45am-2:30pm

 

The Green Bay Counseling Clinic provides a wide range of therapy services to help individuals and families address the challenges affecting their behavior and/or mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Our licensed therapists are all trained in Trauma-Informed Care and can assist with nearly any issue that you or your family may be facing. Our clinic offers individual, family, couples and group therapy. We also provide an array of evidence-based specialities.

The Counseling Clinic accepts most insurance plans, including private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid.

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The Green Bay Counseling Clinic is proud to offer the following specialties. No referral required. 

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Our DBT therapists focus on skill building to assist each client with regulating their emotions while developing healthy relationships and connections. The ultimate goal of DBT is to eliminate suicidal thoughts and to help the client find a life worth living. DBT suggests a one year commitment. Clients participate in one individual session per week and attend a weekly DBT skills group every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. DBT skills group is offered to adults age 18 or older. (DBT Therapists: Vicky Coppens, Megan Kaye, Blanche Krull, and Amy Wetzler)
  • Theraplay – Engages the child and their parent or caregiver in therapy that focuses on healthy parent-child attachment. Theraplay is frequently used with adoptive families and/or families in which attachment and bonding has been disrupted. (Certified Theraplay therapist: Clarissa Detrie)
  • Transgender Certified Therapy – This specialty is for individuals who identify as transgender. The therapist acts as an advocate and provider who assists with bringing forth issues in a physically and emotionally safe environment. (Certified Transgender Therapist: Chelsea McGuire)
  • Alcohol & Other Drug Addiction (AODA) – Our AODA therapist provides individual, outpatient therapy to anyone age 13 and older. She also provides therapy for OWI Driver Safety Plans. Clients should note that any urine drug testing that is needed will be done so at the client’s expense. (AODA Therapist: Jaimie Simon)
  • Trauma Focused: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – Assists children, adolescents, and their families in overcoming the negative effects of a traumatic event such as child abuse or neglect. (TF-CBT Therapists: Risa Janowski & Amy Wetzler)

 

To schedule an appointment, please call (920) 436-6800.

The Green Bay Counseling Clinic can help with a variety of issues including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Mood Disorders
  • Substance Abuse
  • Parent-child conflict
  • Attachment issues
  • Sexual abuse treatment
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Anger Management
  • Grief and loss
  • ADHD
  • Stress management
  • Self-esteem
  • Family counseling
  • Marriage or couples therapy

Family Services’ Counseling Clinic is proud to rank in the top 10% of mental health care providers participating nationwide in the ACORN collaboration.

ACORN is an evidence-based practice of using patient reported outcomes based on questionnaires that each client completes. The helps us ensure high-quality, effective treatment.

 We Welcome New Clients!

The Counseling Clinic of Family Services is proud to offer in-person and virtual therapy options at this time. Our professional therapists are currently accepting new clients and can help with a wide range of issues. To schedule an appointment, please call us at (920) 436-6800 in Green Bay or (920) 739-4226 in Menasha.

Green Bay Providers

Vicky Coppens, MSW, LCSW
Jenna Dalgord, MSW, APSW

Current Position: Therapist In-Training

Joined Family Services: 2024

Degrees/Licenses:

  • Masters Degree in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work- Northern Michigan University
  • Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)

Experience:

I have worked in the mental health field since 2018. I’ve worked with individuals from most walks of life, including but not limited to individuals struggling with their addictions or in their recovery, individuals struggling with homelessness, developmental disabilities, chronic mental illness, individuals who have committed sexual offenses, and more. I have worked in various settings, including inpatient, rehabilitation centers, group homes, outpatient facilities, and group facilitation. I have worked with clients aging from 12-75 years old. I have had specialized training in cultural competence, ethics, motivational interviewing, mental health first aid, crisis interventions, and more.

Specialties:

I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with substance use disorders and mental health struggles ranging from depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I work alongside my clients to identify their goals and current roadblocks to reaching them. We then devise a plan to address those needs through various interventions utilizing skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and more.

Jim Drake, MSE, NCC, LCSW
Katie Kocian, MS, LPC-IT

Current Position: Therapist In-Training

Joined Family Services: 2023

Degrees/Licenses

  • Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in AODA and Child/Adolescent Care, UW-Stout
  • Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a minor in Sociology, UW-Stevens Point
  • Licensed Professional Counselor In-Training (LPC-IT)

Experience

Has experience working with children (ages 5 and up), adults, couples, and families. Has provided mental health care in a variety of settings such as in-home, virtual, in-office, and school-based.

Specialties

Works with individuals (ages 5 and up) and families struggling with mental health and behavioral concerns. Provides treatment related to anger management, anxiety, depression, abuse and trauma, self-esteem, interpersonal issues, and relationship/family conflict.

Chelsea McGuire, MAC, LPC
Daniela Santiago Escamilla, LPC-IT

Current Position: Outpatient Therapist and  Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center Therapist

Joined Family Services: 2020

Degrees/Licenses

  • Bachelors Degree in Psychology – Ripon College
  • Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Lakeland University
  • Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT)

Experience

Has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in community settings including intensive in-home and group therapy in addition to outpatient. Has previous experience providing medical advocacy, legal advocacy, crisis counseling, child sexual abuse prevention, and survivor support groups. Involved in efforts to increase awareness of mental health and services available to the Hispanic population in Brown County.

Specialties

Provides therapy to individuals ages 4 and up on a variety of issues related to challenging behaviors, parenting, mental health disorders, self-esteem, abuse (sexual, physical,  and emotional), depression, anxiety, grief and loss, cross-cultural adjustment issues, and other stressful life events. Therapy modalities used are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness. Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Evidence-Based Assessments (EBA), and Trauma Informed Care (TIC).

Tracy Schiesser, CSW, LPC-IT, SAC-IT

Current Position: Outpatient Therapist

Joined Family Services: 2009

Degrees/Licenses

  • Bachelors Degree in Social Work from University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
  • Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lakeland University
  • Licensed Certified Social Worker (CSW)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT)
  • Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor in Training (SAC-IT)

Experience

I have over 20 years working in the mental health field.  I have worked with people experiencing homelessness, abuse, developmental disabilities, and chronic mental illness. In my counseling role I will be working with individuals and families ages 4-adult with mental health or substance use concerns /challenges. I have had specialized trainings in AMSR, Ethics, Cultural Competency, Pregnancy and Loss, and many others. I am certified in DBT and have Trauma Informed Care Certificates.

Specialties

I work side by side with clients and I employ culturally competent, trauma-informed approaches and strategies to diagnose, treat, and support clients and their families to achieve progress and meet their personal goals.

Shae Shartner, MSW, CAPSW

Current Position: Therapist In-Training

Joined Family Services: 2022

Degrees/Licenses:

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from UW-Milwaukee
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from UW-Milwaukee
  • Certified Advance Practice Social Worker (CAPSW)

Experience:

Shae has provided Case Management services to adults and families in a variety of settings, including  a homeless shelter, foster care agency, and a prenatal clinic. She also has experience facilitating groups for adolescents and adults in an eating disorder treatment center. Shae has been trained in Brain Spotting Phase I and has a Graduate Certificate in Trauma Informed Care.

Specialties:

Works with individuals and families (ages 5 and up) to provide treatment related to anxiety and depression as well as other mental health and behavioral concerns, including abuse and trauma, anger management, eating disorders, parent-child relationships, family dynamics and perinatal mental health. Has a passion for working with children, adults and families impacted by foster care and adoption. Trained in Brain Spotting Phase I and Trauma-Informed Care.

LaReina Tipping, APSW, LCSW-IT

Current Position: Therapist In-Training

Joined Family Services: 2022

Degrees/Licenses:

  • Master of Social Work UW Green Bay, Bachelor of Social Work, Minor Human Development UW-Green Bay Certified
  • Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Training (LCSW-IT)

Experience:

Obtained Master of Social Work in 2014. Has been working in the Human Services field since 2005 in various non-profit sectors. Background includes working with children, adolescents, adults, and families providing mental health care, case management, and leadership experience working with co-occurring disorders in the community.

Specialties:

Works with individuals (age 12 and up) and families with mental health and behavioral concerns. Provides treatment related to depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, communication, healthy relationships, stress, and grief. Utilizes several therapeutic models such as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Strength-Based Therapy.

Madysen Thayse, MSW, APSW

Current Position: Therapist In-Training

Joined Family Services: 2023

Degrees/Licenses

  • Masters Degree in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
  • Bachelors of Science in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
  • Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)

Experience

Has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental health needs. She has also provided mental health care to couples and families looking to improve relationships. She has experience in both an inpatient and outpatient mental health setting as well as facilitating groups and school-based therapy.

Specialties

Has worked with individuals age 7 and up to provide mental health treatment. Madysen provides treatment to address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and other mental health diagnoses.

Sarah Thiesfeldt, MSW, LCSW
Jalyssa Vanboxel, MSW, APSW

Current Position: Outpatient Therapist and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center Therapist

Joined Family Services: 2022

Degrees/Licenses:

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from UW-Green Bay
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from UW-Green Bay
  • Advance Practice Social Worker (APSW)

Experience:

Has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who  are experiencing behavioral, emotional, and mental health issues. Also has provided case management to children in child protective services. Skilled at helping families transition through reunification while guiding healthy development and resources for the family.

Specialties:

Provides therapy for individuals (ages 7 to adult) on a variety of issues related to behavioral concerns, mental health disorders, self-esteem, abuse & trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other stressful life events. Utilizes principles of Trauma informed care, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person-Centered therapy to teach health communication skills, coping skills and anger management strategies. Jalyssa is also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

Phoenix Van Laanen, MSW, LCSW

Current Position: Outpatient Therapist

Joined Family Services: 2023

Degrees/Licenses

  • Masters in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
  • Bachelors in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
  • Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Experience

Has 7 years of experience providing mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults in community, in-home, and outpatient settings.

Specialties

Provides therapy services to individuals age 5 to 95 who are struggling with topics relating to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ and gender identity concerns, family, stress, life transitions, and interpersonal issues. Utilizes a client-focused mix of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness to best support individuals in meeting their goals.

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FAQs

Is there a waiting list for traditional outpatient therapy?

No. We are typically able to offer a first appointment a week or less.

Our DBT skills group does have a waitlist at time. When this happens, we ask that you call to be put on the waitlist. We will contact you at least one month in advance to set up pre-treatment sessions.

Do you accept insurance through Medicare, Medicaid, and/or Badger Care?

Yes. Most private insurance is also accepted.

Does the Green Bay Counseling Clinic have therapists who work with children and families?

Yes. We have therapists who see children as young as 3 years old and their families.