School Based Mental Health Counseling
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Why Have Mental Health Services in Schools?
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How Do I Know if My Child Needs Services?
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How Can I Get Services for My Child?
Students are referred by parent, school guidance counselor or student. Families complete an intake packet and return it to the school or directly to Family Therapy Associates. Individual student records are kept confidential and not shared with school staff. Sessions are tailored around each child’s school schedule and operate during school hours. Most insurances are accepted, including Medicaid. A discounted cash rate is available if paid on the same day of service.
To learn more about this service, contact your child’s school counselor or you may contact the School Based Services Coordinator at Family Therapy Associates 715-246-4840 ext 124.
Students are referred by parent, school guidance counselor or student. Families complete an intake packet and return it to the school or directly to Family Therapy Associates. Individual student records are kept confidential and not shared with school staff. Sessions are tailored around each child’s school schedule and operate during school hours. Most insurances are accepted, including Medicaid. A discounted cash rate is available if paid on the same day of service.
To learn more about this service, contact your child’s school counselor or you may contact the School Based Services Coordinator at Family Therapy Associates 715-246-4840 ext 124.
School Partnerships
In 2015 Family Therapy Associates began our first school partnership. Since then, the program has grown to include the following school districts: Altoona, Barron, Cadott, Cameron, Chippewa Falls, Ellsworth, Hudson, Luck, New Richmond, Mondovi, Osceola, Somerset, St. Croix Falls, Unity, and Venture Academy.
Family Therapy Associates strives to collaborate with the districts we serve to provide onsite mental health therapy. Additionally, Family Therapy Associates offers student mental health screenings, professional development for school staff, mental health awareness and acute grief response services for the districts we partner with.
Meet our School Based Therapists
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Stephanie Wilson, MS, LPC School Based Lead Provides School Based Services at St. Croix Falls and Unity School Districts I have experience working with individuals throughout the life span with a wide variety of struggles and life changes. I am passionate about providing a safe and healing space for individuals to work through challenges related to past trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, family changes, low self-esteem, and behavioral issues. I am trained in both Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Additionally, I enjoy providing school based and Telehealth psychotherapy services as well as providing clinical supervision. Stephanie Wilson, MS, LPC
School Based Lead Provides School Based Services at St. Croix Falls and Unity School Districts |
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Stephanie Jensen, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Hudson-River Crest Elementary and Hudson-E.P. Rock Elementary Schools I have experience helping individuals who are living with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, challenges with family and parent communication, divorce, child behavioral concerns, as well as trauma. I am trained in play therapy, and I utilize play techniques in my work with children and families. Additionally, I also have an interest in utilizing yoga calm techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, narratives as well as solution-focused approaches to address presenting issues with my clients. Licensed in WI and MN. Stephanie Jensen, MSW, LCSW
Provides School Based Services at Hudson-River Crest Elementary and Hudson-E.P. Rock Elementary Schools |
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Laurel Tinsley, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District As a therapist, my goal is to provide a comfortable and safe environment for processing thoughts and feelings. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families who are struggling to cope with a wide variety of mental health related concerns including trauma, depression, and anxiety. In some cases, I find it important to include the entire family unit in sessions as this can be a powerful tool to affect lasting change. I am a kind and compassionate therapist. I enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients find ways to cope with strong emotions, overcome challenges, and reach their established goals. I have experience working with children and adolescents who are impacted by the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, behavior challenges, grief/loss, attention difficulties, and PTSD. I also have experience incorporating therapeutic principles amongst the family unit as a whole. Laurel Tinsley, MSW, LCSW
Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District |
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Terri Schachte, MS, LPC Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District I am experienced in working with youth who have a variety of mental health issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, anger management, LGBTQIA+ related concerns, and trauma-based struggles. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based interventions, and activity-based therapies. I strive to and have been successful in creating a positive, safe, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment that allows clients to share their problematic experiences, increase confidence and feel empowered to make changes. I enjoy inspiring clients to recognize their individual strengths, build emotional awareness, and develop effective life skills. Although I work with a wide variety of youth, as an identical twin, I am especially passionate about working with twins and their families to understand healthy attachment, individuality, and potential twin-related difficulties throughout development. Terri Schachte, MS, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District |
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Michaela Gilles, MS, LPC Provides School Based Services at Osceola and St. Croix Falls School Districts I strive to meet clients where they are at while building a safe, collaborative, and authentic environment that allows the client to share, explore, and process their experiences without judgement. I enjoy using creative interventions to meet and address their needs and goals while helping them build awareness and understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and the world around them. I am trained to work with individuals of all ages; however, my past experiences have focused on working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have experience working with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, anger, family challenges, and trauma. Michaela Gilles, MS, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Osceola and St. Croix Falls School Districts |
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Carly Tebo, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Unity School District I aim to develop safe connections with individuals that encourage open exploration of challenges and patterns across the lifespan. I enjoy supporting individuals in learning the tools they need to navigate relationships, heal from trauma, and find their true and genuine selves. I lean on creative expression and authenticity to foster unique therapy experiences for all. As we work toward personal change, I maintain awareness of systemic barriers individuals may face in society and utilize validation, collaboration, and advocacy skills to support them through these obstacles. Carly Tebo, MSW, LCSW
Provides School Based Services at Unity School District |
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Jessica (Jessie) Love, MS, LPC Provides School Based Services at Barron School District As humans, we all experience something that may be difficult to deal with alone, though as we may try. Therefore, it is my goal to create an environment where these experiences can be shared, processed, and reimagined as strength for the present and future, whatever that may mean for the client. It is imperative that a strong, authentic therapeutic relationship is founded in order to build and maintain trust (something I think many people find in short supply in their lives at times), creating a connection where healing and growth begins. I have experience working with drug and alcohol addiction in both adolescents and adults, which is my passion. It was my clients that inspired me to learn more and do better so I can provide more insights on other mental health topics that often go hand in hand with substance use. Topics such as anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, conduct disorders, family mental health/addiction issues that may have molded parts of who we are today, but that we may not want to play as big a role in our future. Join me in this journey! Jessica (Jessie) Love, MS, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Barron School District |
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Kristen Lane, MS, LPC Provides School Based Services at Somerset School District I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and families who are struggling to find balance, freedom, and meaningful connections in life. I especially have a passion for helping those who feel trapped in negative cycles, whether it be related to defeating beliefs, food, body image, codependency, isolation, or anxiety. I help ‘bridge the gap’ when there is a breakdown of communication between parents/children, couples, and other significant relationships by using and teaching effective communication skills with the goal of mutual understanding. I am also comfortable discussing matters of spirituality, identity, and finding purpose/meaning in life. I approach each client as a unique individual who has the capacity for growth, change, and building a life worth living. I use a balance of helping clients find insight behind issues/behaviors while also implementing practical steps for change. Clients appreciate the safe, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere I create, which I believe is vital to the ultimate therapeutic process and goals each client has. I have special interest in working with eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, addictive habits, ADHD, assertiveness skills, low self-esteem, stress management, and life transitions. Kristen Lane, MS, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Somerset School District |
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Renee Van Nocker, MA, LPC Provides School Based Services at Ellsworth School District It is my privilege to work with children (4+) and adolescents going through difficult times in their lives to find purpose, meaning, and a sense of normalcy despite things being out of their control. Through the use of Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral therapies, and trauma-informed care, I work with individuals to manage and navigate through trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. I am passionate about providing school-based services to rural communities. I enjoy working in a multiple-disciplinary team approach to provide all-around care for students. Meeting the individual where they are at and providing a safe place for them to process and grow is my ultimate goal. Renee Van Nocker, MA, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Ellsworth School District |
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Brianna Grahovac, MS, LPC Provides School Based Services at Somerset School District My goal is to foster a trusting, non-judgmental, safe space for clients. I believe it's essential to build a therapeutic relationship through empathy and compassion with clients in order to help them work towards their goals, wellness, and healing. I tailor my interventions based on my client’s needs to identify and address their mental, emotional, and behavioral concerns. My areas of special interest include working with adolescents and adults, the LGBTQIA+ community, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns or life stressors. Brianna Grahovac, MS, LPC
Provides School Based Services at Somerset School District |
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Christina Bichner, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District 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
Provides School Based Services at Chippewa Falls School District |
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Johnna Klein, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Cameron School District I believe my role is to develop a strong relationship with the student. My goal is to become a consistent adult in their life, outside of their home environment, who listens, supports, encourages and assists in developing and achieving their goals. Working together, the student and I will define their therapy goals. My focus is to help students identify and recognize their strengths. As our work together progresses students begin to understand that they have what is needed to work towards overcoming life’s daily challenges. We continue to practice those skills as well as develop other interpersonal tools. I work with students from a strengths-based perspective. I want to aid students to identify and fine tune their skills, which, when practiced, allows them to be problem solvers. I use Choice Theory to help students understand the consequences or benefits of their choices and to own the choices they make. This assists students in realizing they have a level of self-control within their own lives. They can change some of life’s difficulties by shaping their choices differently. The sessions I lead with students have covered an array of topics, concerns, questions, struggles and challenges. Some examples would be relating to their mental health, behavior struggles, family issues, friend issues, academic struggles, self-esteem, bullying and more. Johnna Klein, MSW, LCSW
Provides School Based Services at Cameron School District |
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Alaina Culbertson, MSW, LCSW Provides School Based Services at Mondovi, Cadott, and Altoona School Districts As a therapist, my goal is to make my clients feel safe and comfortable. I want them to be able to freely talk about and process their thoughts and feelings. I will support my clients any way I can. My goal is to help them reach their true potential and achieve their treatment goals. I believe in meeting my clients where they are at and working collaboratively with them to determine where they want to be. I consider myself to be a kind, open-minded, and compassionate therapist that is willing to work with anyone. I have experience working with neurodiverse populations, veterans, and individuals struggling with the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and crisis stabilization. Alaina Culbertson, MSW, LCSW
Provides School Based Services at Mondovi, Cadott, and Altoona School Districts |
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Mia McKeown, MSW, APSW Provides School Based Services at Mondovi School District 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 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 Shannon Brice, MSW, LCSW. Mia McKeown, MSW, APSW
Provides School Based Services at Mondovi School District |
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Alanna McNamara, MS, LMFT Provides School Based Services at New Richmond School District I completed undergraduate studies at St. Olaf College and earned my Master’s in Marital and Family Therapy from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. As a therapist, I utilize an integrative approach, drawing from a strengths-based perspective and using trauma-informed techniques to promote growth and healing. Much of my career has focused on the clinical needs of children, adolescents, and their families. I am confident working with those who have experienced trauma and/or abuse, children on the autism spectrum, those navigating separation/divorce, and individuals looking to build healthy attachments and relationships with others. I have experience helping people work through family of origin issues, grief and loss, anxiety, developmental disorders, and a whole host of other psychosocial stressors. I am dedicated to developing compassionate and empathic therapeutic relationships and am committed to helping clients identify their strengths and the constraints that may keep them from accessing those strengths. I strive to approach the therapeutic process with authenticity, curiosity, and warmth, creating a collaborative and safe environment to support individuals and families in creating sustainable life changes. Alanna McNamara, MS, LMFT
Provides School Based Services at New Richmond School District |
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Samantha Johnson, M.Ed, LPC-IT Provides School Based Services at New Richmond School District My role as a counselor is to help clients gain a better understanding of their unique situations. My approach is client-centered, and I want to help clients take an active role in the establishing of goals and the monitoring of progress. I believe that the mind-body connection is important and am open to helping clients focus on areas of life such as lifestyle changes, relationship boundaries, and mindfulness. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, bereavement, parenting concerns, and supporting those with ongoing medical concerns. I have a special interest in working with clients that are in caregiving roles. Whether they are parenting children, caring for an elderly loved one, or in a caregiving profession, the demands can often be overwhelming. It’s my goal to help the client maintain resilience by creating healthy boundaries, managing self-care, and finding a support system. I am under the supervision of Nick Flier, MA, LPC. Samantha Johnson, M.Ed, LPC-IT
Provides School Based Services at New Richmond School District |
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Ashley Johnson, MS, LPC-IT Provides School Based Services at Luck and Unity School Districts I am passionate about working with children and their families. I enjoy utilizing a developmental and play-based approach that gives children a natural language to communicate while helping them to develop confidence and tools to thrive. I strive to empower and support my clients through collaboration with caregivers and building on children’s interests, needs, and strengths within a safe and caring environment. I have experience working with children and families managing life changes, domestic violence, trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and loss. I am under the supervision of Stephanie Jensen, MSW, LCSW. Ashley Johnson, MS, LPC-IT
Provides School Based Services at Luck and Unity School Districts |
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Sarah Richardson MA, LPC-IT Provides School Based Services at Hudson School District I believe you have a story that matters and deserves to be heard. Because of that I strive to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to talk about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is an important first step in the healing process. I utilize a holistic and strengths-based approach while addressing thoughts and behaviors that may be contributing to your concerns. I have experience working with individuals who may be experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, navigating relationships, life transitions, and family issues. I am under the supervision of Ali Lester, MS, LPC Sarah Richardson MA, LPC-IT
Provides School Based Services at Hudson School District |
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Elizabeth Rueda Sanchez, MSW, APSW Provides School Based Services at Altoona School District 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
Provides School Based Services at Altoona School District |
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Kendra Konkel, MSW, APSW Provides School Based Services at Altoona School District and Venture Academy I am experienced in helping children and adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and communication with family. Other specialties include couples, families, blended-families, divorce/separation, and teenagers. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, family and couple communication, healing from trauma, stress management, and blended family processes. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental environment that ensures my clients are valued and understood. I am passionate about helping clients feel safe in their environment, empowered to advocate for themselves, and equipped to navigate challenges. I provide a calm and relaxed approach to foster better connection and communication with my clients. I strongly believe that each client has an individual experience that should be reflected in the care and support they deserve. I am under the supervision of Jessica (Jess) Modjeski, MSW, LCSW. Kendra Konkel, MSW, APSW
Provides School Based Services at Altoona School District and Venture Academy |
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Alyssa Horst, MSW, APSW Provides School Based Services at Cadott School District 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. I am under the supervision of Jessica (Jess) Modjeski, MSW, LCSW. Alyssa Horst, MSW, APSW
Provides School Based Services at Cadott School District |
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