Areas of Interest

I provide assessment and treatment of individuals 8 years and older, as well as couples.  I use a strengths based and eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from CBT, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.  I enjoy working from a faith based Christian perspective.  Focus areas include anxiety, women's identity and self-esteem work, life stress and adjustment issues, grief and loss, boundaries/interpersonal issues.  Prepare/Enrich certified for premarital and married couples.

Philosophy

I have an authentic spirit and deeply value relationships.  I seek to create a safe space where you feel known, understood, and valued.  It is my goal that this environment encourages healing, hope, and meaningful life change for you.  My general approach is to build trust and empower you to understand yourself more fully and live more freely.  This involves examining issues, relationships, uncovering patterns that are tripping you up and over time, offering insight and practical strategies to help fuel positive change and growth.  Whether it's practicing new skills or utilizing new resources, no matter where you are at, we will navigate through life's challenges together.

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling from Concordia University 2016

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Minor in Child and Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 2006

Experience

Clinical experience in an outpatient Christian Counseling clinic providing treatment for mental health since January 2018.  Previous experience counseling individuals in an inpatient recovery program and with children in a school setting.

Personal

I enjoy spending time gardening and outside in nature, especially weekends up north at the cabin with family and friends.  I love music, fishing, and golfing, as well as, serving on the worship team at church.  I have been married for over 17 years and have two children.

*Note: Ms. Koch treats clients ages 8 & older.