Category Archives: Codependency
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.
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
Kang Yang, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Areas of Interest Providing psychiatric assessment and pharmacologic management to individuals 12 and older. Areas of interest include mood disorders, substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Philosophy I am passionate about helping patients navigate through life’s challenges and finding solutions to achieve their goals. I believe in creating a safe space with compassion, utmost respect, and non-judgement. I strive to ensure that my patients feel comfortable and supported in their healing process through collaboration and partnership with them. It is a privilege for me to help my patients develop treatment plans and create meaningful change, lead them to a more fulfilling life, and finding their voice along with peace. Education Doctorates of Nursing Practice (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Marian University Associates Degree in Nursing, Bryant and Stratton College Experience Experience working in the inpatient mental health setting and outpatient mental health case management. *Ms. Yang treats clients ages 12 & Older
Sheryl Zomchek, B.S., CSAC, ICS
“A setback, is a setup, for a comeback” Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment for adolescents, adults and families who are experiencing problems related to substance abuse. Individual, group and family therapy are provided to aid in the recovery process. Special interests include integrating Christian faith with those individuals who desire this type of focus. Education Bachelors Degree from UW-Stevens Point in Teaching K-12 Completed 1 year AODA Specific Training Program at the Institute in Milwaukee, WI Certified by the State of WI as a Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor and Intermediate Clinical Supervisor Experience Over 20 years experience working with adolescents, adults and families dealing with substance abuse issues in out-patient, in-patient and halfway house settings. Sponsored women desiring recovery from food addiction and substance abuse issues. Ministry Leader for Celebrate Recovery group for 8 years. Personal Information Enjoys sports, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. 27 years of recovery from alcoholism. 20 years of recovery from bulimia.
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