At Family Therapy Associates, we strive to provide the best possible counseling experience for every individual, family, and couple with specialized therapists. Our Eau Claire therapists are experienced with a variety of mental health needs including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief and loss, life changes, such as divorce, and more. Finding the right therapist can be a challenge. We're here to help you discover a great match that fits your specific needs, insurance, and schedule for appointments.
Schedule with one of our specialized mental health therapists today. Get back to being YOU!
Schedule with one of our specialized mental health therapists today. Get back to being YOU!
Meet Our Eau Claire Therapists
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Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT Clinic Director Clinical Supervisor Areas of Focus: Children (up to 12), Adults (18+), & Couples I believe an environment that is inclusive, non-judgmental, and fosters the belief that you are heard and valued is the cornerstone for the growth, change, and healing you desire. I am passionate about creating that environment, so you feel nurtured, safe, and empowered to experience vulnerability, face challenges, and develop the coping skills necessary to regain your personal strength and find joy in your day-to-day. By using a combination of solution, narrative, cognitive behavioral and emotionally focused therapy we will work together to tailor your therapeutic journey to meet the individual or relational challenges you face. I have experience working with children, as young as age four, teens, and adults in individual and couple sessions. My areas of interest include anxiety, blended family processes, communication enhancement, depression, emotional regulation and related behavioral difficulties, healing from trauma and abuse, life transition changes, mindfulness practices, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, and stress management. Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT
Clinic Director Clinical Supervisor Areas of Focus: Children (up to 12), Adults (18+), & Couples |
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Leah Nightingale, MS, LPC, ATR Eau Claire Clinical Site Leader Areas of Focus: Adolescents & Adults Artmaking can offer people the opportunity to express emotions without having to use their words. Often times words fail us and the creative process of making art offers an outlet for appropriate reflection and expression of emotions or experiences. I teach clients skills of self-regulation, mindfulness, positive coping skills, and feeling identification through the use of artistic media. I have experience working with adolescents and adults coping with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. With the use of a humanistic and client-centered approach, I assist clients to uncover their emotions and give them resources on how to express themselves in a safe and healthy way. I strive to meet clients where they are at and help build a safe space for each client to grow toward the life they want to live. Utilizing artmaking can help guide the therapeutic process based on the needs of each client. Leah Nightingale, MS, LPC, ATR
Eau Claire Clinical Site Leader Areas of Focus: Adolescents & Adults |
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Savana Lane, MSW, LCSW Eau Claire Clinical Site Leader Area of Focus: Adults (All Ages) & Couples I enjoy working with adults, young adults, and couples who are coping with life challenges that are impacting their daily lives. I am passionate about helping people find coping skills to assist them in achieving their goals. I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and have completed Level 1 and Level 2 of the Gottman Method Training for couples therapy. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based lens, incorporating a client's individual values into my practice. I pride myself in creating an environment of compassion and understanding to help clients feel comfortable, safe, and ready to meet their goals. It is my mission to meet clients where they are at and to create a treatment plan that will be unique to their experience. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and life transitions. Savana Lane, MSW, LCSW
Eau Claire Clinical Site Leader Area of Focus: Adults (All Ages) & Couples |
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Sophia Cree, MS, LPC Areas of Focus: Adolescents, Adults, & Aging Individuals I am passionate about and have experience working with teens, adults, and aging individuals with various mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and general life concerns. I find joy in being a part of someone’s journey and pride myself on developing strong relationships and creating a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic space for all individuals. I use a person-centered, collaborative and integrative approach to therapy and strive to individualize my approach based on each client’s unique needs and goals. As a therapist, I hope to support and guide my clients to create happiness, wellness, connectedness, and compassion in their daily lives and act as a catalyst for positive change. Additional interests include: helping individuals affected by trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and other unexpected life difficulties. I love to incorporate mindfulness & relaxation techniques, emotional regulation, boundary work, personal empowerment, and helping individuals find meaning and purpose. Sophia Cree, MS, LPC
Areas of Focus: Adolescents, Adults, & Aging Individuals |
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Kylie Godfrey, MSW, LCSW Areas of Focus: Children, Teens, & Adults My focus in the therapy space is to create a trusting therapeutic relationship where I can fully understand an individual’s needs and their story so we can work to create the changes they want in their lives together. I believe in working with an individual to help them solve their own problems while giving them the space to be themselves and find their own path forward. I use a variety of modalities including a trauma-informed cognitive behavioral approach (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and person-centered interventions. I have specialized training in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I am experienced in helping children, teens, and adults with issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal ideation, sexual offending and addictions, and other mental health concerns. Kylie Godfrey, MSW, LCSW
Areas of Focus: Children, Teens, & Adults |
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Nicholas Peterson, MS, LPC Areas of Focus: Adults (18+), College Stage, Anxiety, & OCD I am experienced in therapeutically treating adults with a wide range of mental health concerns. I place high value on establishing a real and genuine therapist / client relationship. I am passionate about working with each client to promote one’s own self-sufficiency and self-discovery. I present myself with compassion and will always meet the client where he/she/they are at. I believe in challenging the client when appropriate, as often in discomfort comes profound growth. We are in this together. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, with emphasis on exposure and response prevention and behavioral activation. I also incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy for (emotional regulation, suicidal ideation, and assertiveness skill building), acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, self-compassion, and meditation / mindfulness. A few of my notable areas of specialty are anxiety-based disorders with emphasis on OCD, depression, life transitions, and sleep difficulties. Nicholas Peterson, MS, LPC
Areas of Focus: Adults (18+), College Stage, Anxiety, & OCD |
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Christina Bichner, MSW, LCSW Areas of Focus: Children (ages 4+), Adolescents, Adults, and Families I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families navigating trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and interpersonal distress. My other interests include family conflict resolution, foster care, parenting, and attachment concerns. I enjoy helping families better understand both themselves and each other to foster stronger connections and relationships. I have a strong passion for providing a therapeutic atmosphere that focuses on connection and emotional safety. I value the importance of building a trusting relationship as we walk together through the healing journey. I look forward to supporting clients as they begin to gain increased understanding, awareness, and connections with themselves and others. My professional work is grounded in trauma-informed, client centered, and holistic psychodynamic approaches. Christina Bichner, MSW, LCSW
Areas of Focus: Children (ages 4+), Adolescents, Adults, and Families |
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Kayle Hutchins, MS, LMFT Areas of Focus: Teens, Adults, Couples, & Families I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to create positive growth and lasting change in all aspects of one’s life. I use a systemic lens and incorporate evidence-based practices to assist clients in working through barriers and creating symptom relief. I strive to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment where everyone can feel heard and valued. It is my goal to work together to create goals that are most important to you so you can strive toward reaching your full potential. I have special interests in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, aging and life transitions, self-esteem, self-worth, and communication skills. Kayle Hutchins, MS, LMFT
Areas of Focus: Teens, Adults, Couples, & Families |
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Julianna "JT" Tavale, MSW, LCSW Areas of Focus: Adolescents (12+), Adults, Couples, Families & Trauma I believe in creating a safe space for clients in order to collaborate as a team and to help individuals succeed in self-growth, quality of life enjoyment, and empowerment. I am skilled in providing support for adults experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, negative self-image, communication and trauma. I support assisting individuals in identifying negative coping patterns and growth of adapting and learning new coping skills and adjusting those to benefit day-to-day life functioning. My therapeutic approach is established in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and all practice is performed with a trauma informed lens. Each modality is chosen to be specifically individualized to fit your treatment goals and needs. It is my goal to support, empower, and guide you to the best version of yourself that you can achieve. My commitment and dedication to therapy, self-growth, and uplifting others motivates me to provide the most ethical, trauma informed, and therapeutic experience within your time here. I have special interests in trauma, self-esteem concerns, relationship challenges, communication styles, and grief/loss. Julianna "JT" Tavale, MSW, LCSW
Areas of Focus: Adolescents (12+), Adults, Couples, Families, & Trauma |
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Alyssa Walker, MSW, LCSW Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Adolescents, & Young Adults I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with experience in supporting children, adolescents, and adults through various emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. With a strong belief in the power of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, I work hard to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. Drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches, including therapeutic play, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and skill-based work, I tailor treatment to each individuals' unique needs, helping them develop coping strategies, emotional resilience, and healthier ways to navigate the world around them. In addition to individual therapy, I work hard to collaborate with parents, schools, and other support systems to foster a holistic approach to healing and growth. Alyssa Walker, MSW, LCSW
Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Adolescents, & Young Adults |
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Emily Erikson, MS, LMFT Areas of Focus: Children (10+), Adolescents, Teens, Adults, Couples & Sex Therapy As a therapist, it is my goal to create a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative environment for all of my clients. I seek to create a safe space where all feel comfortable exploring difficult and challenging topics. I believe that the client is the expert on their life and see it as my job to remain curious while offering alternative views and tools. My mission is to empower clients to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. While I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s individual needs, my approach to therapy generally includes a systemic, strengths-based, solution-focused, and trauma-informed lens. I hold a graduate level certificate in sex therapy. I enjoy working with couples seeking to change and enhance their sex life. I also enjoy working with all individuals looking to explore how they fit into the GSERD Matrix. My other areas of interest include trauma, anxiety, depression, couples counseling, parenting and co-parenting, and separation and divorce. Emily Erikson, MS, LMFT
Areas of Focus: Children (10+), Adolescents, Teens, Adults, Couples & Sex Therapy |
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Ashley Lippert, MS, LPC-IT Areas of Focus: Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults My passion for this field started with wanting to be a positive, supportive, genuine person who will have an impact on someone's life. It is my goal to provide a comfortable, open, and trusting environment for clients to work to better themselves. I value a strong client-therapist relationship as this will be beneficial throughout the therapy process. My therapy approach is client centered, as I believe everyone has control of their own life and the changes they want to make. I want to help clients recognize their strengths, build emotional awareness, and develop effective life skills. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults of all backgrounds. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns and different life stressors. I am under the supervision of Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT Ashley Lippert, MS, LPC-IT
Areas of Focus: Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults |
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Alyssa Stuart, MSEd, LPC-IT Areas of Focus: Children (7+), Teens, & Adults I am experienced in working with children, teens, adults of all ages, and couples. I strive to create a collaborative relationship with clients, working together in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment. Together we will embark on your therapy journey, creating goals and making progress to aid in the management of mental health and life challenges. My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, trauma, and women's issues. I look forward to joining you on your therapy journey. I am under the supervision of Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT. Alyssa Stuart, MSEd, LPC-IT
Areas of Focus: Children (7+), Teens, & Adults |
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Sidney McConkey, MA, LPC-IT Areas of Focus: Adolescents, Young Adults, & Life Transitions I am experienced in helping adolescents and young adults navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. My client focus includes individuals dealing with low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship concerns, and family communication issues. I also specialize in supporting clients through life transitions and ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to manage these changes effectively. I strive to provide a warm and empathetic environment where clients feel safe and understood. My approach is centered on creating a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and experiences openly. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to empower them to overcome obstacles and achieve their personal goals. My passion lies in helping clients build resilience, improve their mental well-being, and foster healthier relationships. It is my goal to support clients in their journey toward healing and growth, helping them find strength and clarity in their lives. I am under the supervision of Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT Sidney McConkey, MA, LPC-IT
Areas of Focus: Adolescents, Young Adults, & Life Transitions |
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Elizabeth Rueda Sanchez, MSW, APSW Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Teens, & Adults I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and empowering them to navigate challenges and achieve their personal goals with confidence. It is my goal to provide an accepting and safe space to promote healing and growth, and I will work collaboratively with you to help you achieve your goals while ensuring you feel seen and heard. I am experienced in working with children and teens, as well as adult individuals coping with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, self-esteem, and adjustments to stressors. My therapeutic approach is focused on using a strengths-based and client-centered approach. I enjoy using play therapy techniques to help individuals communicate their feelings and thoughts, building on coping strategies to promote emotional regulation, working on emotional identification, and incorporating art or the client's interests into sessions. I am a bilingual individual, welcoming clients who speak English or Spanish. I am under the supervision of Stephanie Jensen, MSW, LCSW. Elizabeth Rueda Sanchez, MSW, APSW
Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Teens, & Adults |
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Mia Reisdorf, MSW, APSW Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Teens, & Adults, EMDR Trained I strive to ensure you leave sessions hopeful and confident in your potential. Through a strengths-based lens, my therapeutic approach is focused on how we can utilize the skills and strengths you carry to meet your goals, address your concerns, and live the life you wish to live. In each session, I work to create an environment that is safe, inclusive, and welcoming. You deserve a space to appreciate the person you are and explore the life you seek. I have experience working with teens and adults navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and family dynamics. In addition, I am experienced in trauma-focused care with teens and adults, supporting clients with schizophrenia and personality disorders, working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system, and experience with immigrant and refugee populations. I have specialized training in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I enjoy utilizing multiple therapeutic approaches and modalities to give you the tools to overcome barriers, engage in radical acceptance, and develop healthy coping mechanisms. I look forward to getting to know you and working together to meet your needs. I am under the supervision of Jill Bladl, MS, LMFT Mia Reisdorf, MSW, APSW
Areas of Focus: Children (5+), Teens, & Adults, EMDR Trained |
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