Category Archives: Social Anxiety
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.
Abby Janssen, MSW, LCSW
Areas of Interest Abby works individually with adults and seniors on issues related to trauma, addiction, and major life changes, such as divorce and grief. She has a strong interest in how childhood trauma can affect health and well-being later in life. Abby is an EMDR Approved Consultant through EMDRIA and a Facilitator through the EMDR Institute, Inc. She is also trained in Brainspotting through Brainspotting International. She works to provide a strength-based approach that collaboratively works with the client’s goals and values. Education Masters in Social Work, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; additional coursework in substance abuse and trauma. Bachelors Degree in Professional Communication, Alverno College, Milwaukee. Experience Clinical experience in outpatient settings providing treatment for mental health, substance abuse, and dual-diagnosis clients. Additional experience providing in-home therapy, treatment in an assisted living setting and working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Abby has also served as an adjunct instructor in the Social Work department at Alverno College, Milwaukee. Presented to groups on grief and loss, older adult anxiety and depression, transitioning into long-term care, and AODA issues. *Note: Ms. Janssen treats patients age 18 & older.
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.
Emily Klos, MSW, APSW
Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment for individuals ages 7 and older who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and chronic health conditions including infertility. Uses a solution-focused, client-centered and strengths-based approach. Utilizes various treatment techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, psychoeducation, and solution-focused therapy. Education Masters Degree in Social Work, Simmons University Bachelors Degree in Political Science and minors in French and Public Administration, University of Wisconsin- Green Bay Personal Information Enjoys spending time with her husband and son. Loves to cook, travel and exercise. *Note: Ms. Klos treats patients 7 & older.
Jenna Koch, MS, LPC
Areas of Interest I provide assessment and treatment of individuals 8 years and older, as well as couples. I use a strengths based and eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from CBT, psychoeducation, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. I enjoy working from a faith based Christian perspective. Focus areas include anxiety, women’s identity and self-esteem work, life stress and adjustment issues, grief and loss, boundaries/interpersonal issues. Prepare/Enrich certified for premarital and married couples. Philosophy I have an authentic spirit and deeply value relationships. I seek to create a safe space where you feel known, understood, and valued. It is my goal that this environment encourages healing, hope, and meaningful life change for you. My general approach is to build trust and empower you to understand yourself more fully and live more freely. This involves examining issues, relationships, uncovering patterns that are tripping you up and over time, offering insight and practical strategies to help fuel positive change and growth. Whether it’s practicing new skills or utilizing new resources, no matter where you are at, we will navigate through life’s challenges together. Education Master’s Degree in Counseling from Concordia University 2016 Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Minor in Child and Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 2006 Experience Clinical experience in an outpatient Christian Counseling clinic providing treatment for mental health since January 2018. Previous experience counseling individuals in an inpatient recovery program and with children in a school setting. Personal I enjoy spending time gardening and outside in nature, especially weekends up north at the cabin with family and friends. I love music, fishing, and golfing, as well as, serving on the worship team at church. I have been married for over 17 years and have two children. *Note: Ms. Koch treats clients ages 8 & older.
Rajesh Kumar, MD
Board Certified Psychiatrist, Medical Director-ACS Areas of Interest Dr. Kumar has been treating patients of all ages in Washington County since he started his practice. He enjoys working with families and emphasizes out-patient care to prevent expensive hospitalizations. He likes collaborative work with mental health therapists and family physicians in our community. Dr. Kumar has expertise in hard to treat mood, anxiety disorders and attention deficit disorders. He also provides treatment for substance dependence such as alcohol and opiate dependence. Education Graduate education: Osmania Medical College- Hyderabad, India Psychiatry Residency Training: University of Wisconsin-Sinai Samaritan Medical Center Licensed by State of Wisconsin Board Certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Member of Wisconsin State Medical Society and President of Washington County Medical Society 2009-2010 Experience Private practice since 1993 in Washington County at Hartford and West Bend office locations. Consultant at Waukesha County Health and Human Services – caring for chronic mental illnesses and developmentally disabled individuals. Consultant at Aurora Medical Center-Hartford and Community Memorial Hospital-Menomonee Falls.
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, APNP
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.
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