Category Archives: Eating Disorders
anna Kitowicz, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Areas of Interest Provides assessment, psychoeducation and pharmacological management to adolescents and adults seeking psychiatric services. Areas of interest include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, psychotic disorders, substance use disorders, and chronic mental illness. Philosophy My focus is to support clients as they achieve their goals for recovery. I believe in creating a plan of care that values client involvement, interprofessional collaboration, and evidenced-based practice. My goal is to provide effective and sustainable mental health interventions that may include medication, education, mindfulness, symptom management skills, and self-care. I am committed to providing a welcoming, trauma informed, and stigma free environment. Education Doctor of Nursing Practice (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Madison Experience I have worked with inpatient mental health clients of all ages while employed by the State of Wisconsin for the last 20+ years. *Note: anna treats patients 12 & older.
Jessica Murphy, AGACNP, PMHNP
Areas of Interest Jessica treats patients 16 and older, providing assessment, psychoeducation, with an emphasis on pharmacological management of adolescents and adults seeking psychiatric services. Special interest include mood disorders, substance use disorder, anxiety, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Philosophy I am passionate about providing a patient centered, judgement-free, safe space to assist patients navigate through life’s changes. I believe that we work as a team to develop a treatment plan that aligns with your life goals. Education University Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Registered Nurse University of Cincinnati, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner University of Cincinnati, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Experience I worked as a primary care nurse practitioner with an emphasis on mental health for ten years prior to joining ACS. I saw firsthand how closely mental and physical health are intertwined. I believe this experience provides a unique perspective to help improve your mental health. *Ms. Murphy sees clients ages 16 & older.
Rebecca Nedden, APNP
Areas of Interest Rebecca provides assessment, psychoeducation, and psychotherapy with a focus on pharmacological management of adults seeking collaborative and integrative partnership for their mental health journey. Special interests include mood, trauma, anxiety, substance use, the psychological well being of women (perinatal, perimenopausal, perimenstrual) and psychedelics/entheogenic plant medicines. Philosophy I am committed to creating safety and building relationships grounded in loving presence, curiosity, mutual respect, trust, and inclusive open mindedness that provides an opportunity to bring you whole, authentic self into the shared space: heart, mind, body, and spirit. I value an environment in which clients feel heard, validated, supported, and empowered as an active participant in their uniquely personal process of healing and growth. I believe that we are beings more complex than our individual biology with intimate, multidirectional interactions between our physical bodies, out thoughts and cognitions, our spiritual self, and our energetic bodies. I envision a kinder world, one in which every voice is respected and relationships are container for healing ourselves, our bonds to one another, and our inextricable kinship to the planet and all relations. Education Moraine Park Technical College, Registered Nurse Chamberlain University, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Naropa University, Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Experience My first career as an EMT/critical care paramedic spanned 13 years and included work on a high-volume 911 service, roto wing emergency medical services, and trauma-center ER based paramedicine. Nursing became my second career and has given me diverse exposure to neonatal intensive care, primary care, pediatrics, internal medicine, behavioral health, neurology, urgent care, and emergency medicine. I share lived familiarity with first responders, healthcare providers, parents, and also as a peer with lived experience of homelessness, poverty, complex trauma, secondary/occupational trauma, disordered eating, and neurodivergence. Born and raised in Wisconsin within a rural agricultural community. I have spent over a year practicing in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico and Eugene, Oregon.
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.
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
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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