Areas of Interest
“Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I believe healing begins in a space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted exactly as you are. My approach is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and genuine connection. Whether you’re seeking support during a difficult season or working through long-standing challenges, I strive to meet you where you are and tailor therapy to your unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, or other reproductive life transitions, and those living with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I understand that these experiences can affect every aspect of life, relationships, and self-worth, and I am committed to helping clients find healing, resilience, and renewed hope.
Because no two people are alike, I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach to therapy. Depending on your needs, I may incorporate *Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Schema Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and other trauma-informed approaches. Together, we’ll work to better understand your experiences, develop practical coping skills, process difficult memories, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative environment where you feel empowered to explore your story, build on your strengths, and move toward the life you want to live. Wherever you are in your journey, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
*Brainspotting is a brain-body therapy that helps identify and process unresolved trauma, emotional distress, and other experiences that may be stored in the nervous system. By using specific eye positions while tuning into thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, Brainspotting supports the brain’s natural ability to heal and reduce emotional reactivity.”
Philosophy
Abbey believes in a curiosity driven, strength-based approach that highlights your existing resilience. Abbey will work with you in identifying your goals and will walk side-by-side with you as you go through your healing journey.
Education
Masters in Social Work, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2018
Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Sociology Minor, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2016
Brainspotting Level 1 Trained, Brainspotting International
Trauma Informed Care Certificate, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Substance Use and Addiction Certificate, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Experience
Individual, group, and in-home therapy. Abbey has provided care in various settings including: Trauma Recovery Partial (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program for adults, general mental health IOP for adolescents, in-home treatment for children and parents, and individual therapy for individuals of all ages.
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