Category Archives: Schizophrenia
Brooke Brockman, MSW, APSW
Areas of Interest I provide mental health and substance abuse assessment and treatment for individuals as well as their families. Areas of focus for mental health concerns include, but are not limited to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress management, psychological trauma, behavioral/emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, and dual diagnoses. I use a strength-based approach which helps individuals feel empowered and take control over their lives. I also use CBT and DBT skills to help clients reach their goals through therapy. It’s very important to me that the client feels comfortable and safe during sessions, together we can create a healthy therapeutic environment where clients do not feel judgement and are able to express themselves freely. Education Bachelors in Rehabilitation Sciences from Concordia University Drugs, Society and Human Behavior Certificate from Concordia University Masters in Clinical Social Work from Concordia University Experience Clinical experience includes individual and group treatment in outpatient services for mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis disorders. Additional experience in intensive residential treatment for those with substance abuse and dual diagnosis disorders. This included both individual and group treatment as well and highlighted education surrounding recovery. *Note: Ms. Brockman treats patients 18 & older.
Everest Brooks, MSW, LCSW, CSAC
Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment of clientele ages 13 to seniors. Areas of interest include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders and working with the LGBTQ+ community. I utilize a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral techniques and Motivational Interviewing in my approach to psychotherapy. Philosophy I am passionate about helping individuals maximize their potential to become their best self. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to promote healing and growth. Education Masters Degree in Social Work, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, December 2003 Bachelor of Arts Psychology and Sociology, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, May 2000 Experience Twenty years of clinical experience working in a variety of mental health settings including outpatient, inpatient and residential environments. Background in working with both severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders providing individual, family and group psychotherapy. Licensed by the State of Wisconsin as a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor. Certified in TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
Craig Groskreutz, PsyD, LPC
Areas of Interest My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life of possibilities. While we can’t change the difficulties of the past, we can work together to create a future of hope. By applying a variety of therapy approaches and techniques, we can uncover together the behavior patterns or perceptions that may be weighing heavy on your mind. I take pride in the opportunity to work with late teen adolescents and adults. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through life’s challenges, or just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to help achieve your goals. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavior issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and anxiety to grief counseling or parental support. Additionally, I have a special passion for working with individuals struggling with addiction issues. Even if life at work or at home is a general struggle for a variety of reasons, we can work on those areas of your life as well with a combination of therapy and various assessment tools to increase your confidence and understanding. I enjoy working with clients in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client’s individual needs. No two client’s story is the same, and I would take great pride in working with you to understand your story and your desires for change. Additional areas of specialized emphasis include: life stage changes (career, retirement, home life), adult ADHD, adult Autism, anger/emotional regulation, grief/loss, psychological testing, and individuals involved with the legal system. Education MS-Clinical Psychology, Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology, Milwaukee, WI BS-Psychology and Business Administration, Marian University, Fond du Lac, WI Pre-Doctoral Internship- Trinity Services, Inc. New Lenox, IL PsyD- Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology, Milwaukee, WI Experience My attention has been focused working with adolescents and adults with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Working in a residential and out-patient substance abuse treatment facility, community health settings, and private practice counseling and assessment, are just some of the areas that I can draw upon to assist each of my clients. *Note: Mr. Groskreutz treats patients 16 & older and currently sees clients on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays in the West Bend office and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the Hartford office.
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.
David McMahon, DO Board Certified Psychiatrist
Areas of Interest Dr. McMahon has professional interests in managing difficult to treat depressive, bipolar, anxiety, and psychotic disorders in adult and geriatric patients. He uses a collaborative approach to develop a treatment plan tailored to the patient’s needs, which includes not only medications, but also psychotherapy and other interventions as appropriate. Training Iowa State University- Bachelors in Biochemistry and Masters in Biomedical Engineering Des Moines University- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine University of Kansas, Wichita- Psychiatry Residency Experience Dr. McMahon practiced for approximately 6 years at Bellin Psychiatric Center in Green Bay, primarily in the outpatient clinic and performing ECT. He then practiced for 3 years at ProHealth in Waukesha, again primarily in the outpatient clinic, but performing both ECT and TMS. He has been with ACS ever since.
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.
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