Category Archives: Childhood Behavioral Problem

Srutha Rajkumar, MD

Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and teenagers. Areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, behavioral problems, Autism/Aspergers and learning disabilities. “I use a multi-pronged approach to treat my patients which includes education, medication and psychotherapy” Education Degree in Medicine, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India Residency in psychiatry completed at Sinai Samaritan Medical Center Fellowship in child and adult psychiatry at the Medical College of Wisconsin Board Certified in Adult, Adolescent and Child Psychiatry Information **Dr. Rajkumar also speaks Hindi and Telugu. * Note: Dr. Rajkumar treats patients ages 5-30.  

Posted in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism/Aspergers, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Depression, General Anxiety, Learning Disability, Manic Depression, Medication Management, OCD, Seasonal Affective Dis, Social Anxiety, Young Adult Issues |

Abby Runge, MSW, APSW

Approach I find relief in the fact that there is more than one way to become who we want to be.  Just as life offers us curve balls and pain, so does it offer us second chances and hope.  Mental health is something everyone has to work to maintain and I strongly believe that anyone who seeks help for their mental health-whether that is through therapy or other means-is brave. My aim is to lead with a warm and empathetic approach because I believe everyone has intrinsic worth and deserves to be heard.  I view therapy as a human-to-human, collaborative endeavor-clients add value to my life and I hope to add values to their lives.  I believe therapy should be catered to the needs and learning styles of clients and there is no one-size-fits-all-all approach. Areas of Interest Special interest include grief, depression, anxiety, boundary setting, and maintaining well-being and acceptance while living with chronic mental health struggles.  In addition, I am interested in working with anyone who identifies as a highly sensitive person (HSP). Education Master of Science in Social Work in 2023. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Bachelor of Science in Social Work and Psychology in 2017. Marian University, Fond du Lac Certification in Motivational Interviewing Fundamentals in 2017. Wisconsin Department of Health Services Experience Experienced mental health professional in various settings: inpatient care, correctional facilities, group homes, and non-profit organizations.  Administered Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to people with Autism. *Ms. Runge is willing to see people ages 5 and up.

Posted in ADHD, Adjustment to Divorce, Adoption/Fostercare Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, AODA Education, Autism/Aspergers, Bipolar, Career/Work Issues, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Violence (perp), Eating Disorders, Gambling, Gay/Lesbian, General Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Insomnia, Learning Disability, Manic Depression, Men's Issues, Minority Issues, Obesity/Weight Loss, OCD, ODD, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Personality Disorder, Physical Abuse or Neglect, Pornography, Postpartum Depression, PTSD, Reactive Attachment, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Schizophrenia, Seasonal Affective Dis, Sensory Processing, Sexual Addiction, Sexual Identity Issues, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Education, Victim of Sexual Abuse, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues |

Leah Stadel, MS, LPC-IT, NCC

Areas of Interest Leah offers individual and group sessions for children and adults.  Her areas of focus include depression, anxiety, developmental and situational adjustment (including cultural), identity work, life transitions, conflict-resolution, social skills, grief, and trauma.  Her eclectic approach begins with exploring the context of the individual and the challenge and proceeds with a strengths-based plan from a narrative, CBT/DBT, solution-focused, or acceptance commitment therapy.  Leah has a background in professional music therapy as well as a Christian counseling lens for those seeking a faith-based approach.  Through a therapeutic relationship she believes in a collaborative effort to identify, explore and inspire a holistic approach to what heals, empowers and inspires.  To her, there are no “typical” or “hopeless” lives; there is yours which is full of meaning and significance- with or despite your circumstances. Education Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University, 2022 Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy, Alverno College, 1990 Experience “I have a breadth of experience working with individuals across the lifespan and inter-generationally.  I began my helping career as a music therapist in the field of psychology, convinced of the benefits of experiential and neurologically adaptive therapies. Across thirty years I have worked in nursing homes, in-patient psych, personal and professional leadership development organizations, intensive day treatment, school-based, and outpatient care.  I also have assisted refugee and immigrant families in resettlement and adjustment.” **Note: Mrs. Stadel treats patients 4-12 years old, adults/seniors.

Posted in ADHD, Autism/Aspergers, Bipolar, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Depression, General Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Insomnia, Marriage Counseling, Minority Issues, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Physical Abuse or Neglect, PTSD, Reactive Attachment, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Victim of Sexual Abuse, Young Adult Issues |

Julia Truog, MS, LPC-IT

Areas of Interest I create a client-centered, strengths-based environment, implementing an eclectic approach drawing from multiple counseling theories, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused interventions. Areas of interest include anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, women’s issues, and identity exploration.  I value working with and advocating for those who hold marginalized identities.  I am particularly passionate about working with those who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Philosophy I believe that self-knowledge and empathy are the keys to wellbeing and flourishment.  I strive to create a therapeutic environment and relationship where clients feel comfortable reflecting upon their inner experiences and how those shape their reality.  I work with clients to foster self-exploration, insight and action, building a path towards healing, compassion and resiliency. Education Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marquette University Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Certificates in Environmental Studies and Education and Educational Services, University of Wisconsin-Madison Personal Information I enjoy spending time with friends, engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports, and attending concerts and other community events. *Note: Ms. Truog treats patients 10 & older.

Posted in ADHD, Adjustment to Divorce, Adoption/Fostercare Issues, Anger Management, Anxiety, Autism/Aspergers, Bipolar, Career/Work Issues, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Codependency, Depression, Eating Disorders, Gambling, Gay/Lesbian, General Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Insomnia, Manic Depression, Minority Issues, Obesity/Weight Loss, OCD, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Personality Disorder, Physical Abuse or Neglect, Pornography, PTSD, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Seasonal Affective Dis, Sexual Addiction, Sexual Identity Issues, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Education, Victim of Sexual Abuse, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues |

Tanya Wald, MS, ATR, LPC

Areas of Interest Treatment of children, adolescents and their families with school related problems and at risk behavior. Life transition issues including career changes, school to work and divorce. Interest in depression, anxiety and woman’s concerns. Special interest in using the process of art making to enhance the therapy experience. Education Bachelors Degree, Art/Minor in Psychology, Wisconsin Lutheran College, Milwaukee. Masters in Science in Art Therapy, Mount Mary College, Milwaukee. Experience Experienced therapist working with individuals and groups of all ages in various settings; schools, correctional facilities and community based non-profit organizations. *Note: Ms. Wald treats patients age 4 & older.

Posted in ADHD, Adjustment to Divorce, Adoption/Fostercare Issues, Anger Management, Autism/Aspergers, Bipolar, Career/Work Issues, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Codependency, Depression, Eating Disorders, Gay/Lesbian, General Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Learning Disability, Manic Depression, Marriage Counseling, OCD, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Personality Disorder, Physical Abuse or Neglect, Postpartum Depression, PTSD, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Seasonal Affective Dis, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Victim of Sexual Abuse, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues |

Ryanne Wendt, MSW, LCSW

Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment of all ages in individual, family and group therapy.  Eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from CBT, DBT, Christian counseling, motivational interviewing, and trauma informed therapies.  Special interests include trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation, and life stress and adjustment issues. Philosophy Ryanne believes that there is beauty in the challenges of life.  Each challenge presents an opportunity to be our authentic selves, practice resilience, and create fulfillment.  She enjoys collaborating with clients to identify goals and problem areas, then seek realistic solutions and healing. Education Masters in Social Work: Mental/Behavioral Health Direct Practice, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2018 Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Social Justice Minor, University Oshkosh, 2016 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained Trauma Informed Care Certificate Experience Previous clinical experience includes school-based counseling, intensive outpatient programming, outpatient counseling, and Christian counseling.  Presentation experience for local organizations on topics of  social media, suicide prevention and trauma. Personal Outside of the clinic, Ryanne enjoys walking her two dogs, Henry and Leinie, and spending days at the lake.  She also enjoys listening to podcasts, studying the enneagram, reading fiction novels, and baking. **Ms. Wendt sees clients ages 5 and up and offers EMDR for clients ages 11-60

Posted in ADHD, Adjustment to Divorce, Anger Management, Anxiety, AODA Education, Bipolar, Career/Work Issues, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Codependency, Depression, Eating Disorders, Gambling, General Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Manic Depression, OCD, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Personality Disorder, Physical Abuse or Neglect, Postpartum Depression, PTSD, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Seasonal Affective Dis, Sexual Addiction, Sexual Identity Issues, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Education, Victim of Sexual Abuse, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues |

Eva Wenzler, MA, LPC

Areas of Interest Working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults with issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social skills, anger, and other life stressors.  Diagnose and treat ADHD for children and adolescents. Collaborative therapeutic approach incorporates client’s goals, values, and strengths.  Interest in cognitive behavioral treatments. Education Masters in Counseling (Child/Adolescent track), Marquette University. Bachelors Degree in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Experience Individual, family, and group therapy at Affiliated Clinical Services. Individual therapy in middle and high school setting, group work with incarcerated youth and adults, in-home behavior management with young children and parents, and individual and family therapy in a local nonprofit setting.  Previous experience working with youth and parents in a runaway, homeless youth shelter in Milwaukee. *Note: Ms. Wenzler treats patients age 5 to 25.

Posted in ADHD, Adjustment to Divorce, Anger Management, Career/Work Issues, Childhood Behavioral Problem, Depression, Gay/Lesbian, General Anxiety, Manic Depression, Minority Issues, Obesity/Weight Loss, OCD, Panic Attacks, Parenting, Religious/Spiritual Issues, Seasonal Affective Dis, Social Anxiety, Social Skills Training, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues |