- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Teresa
Teresa Thiel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with four years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and family of origin issues. Teresa also supports people coping with trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, ADHD, and life transitions.
Teresa uses a client-centered approach that focuses on what each person wants to work on. She listens, reflects, and helps clients set practical goals. She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to look at patterns in relationships and on Motivational Interviewing when clients are weighing change. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past events continue to affect daily life.
Sessions tend to focus on identifying repeating family roles and patterns that still affect current choices. Teresa helps people notice how expectations from childhood shape adult behavior, communication, and self-worth. Conversations often include concrete strategies for managing anxiety, improving communication, and handling caregiver stress.
She invites straightforward feedback so sessions can be adjusted as needed. Teresa emphasizes collaborative work where the client sets priorities and decides the pace. She aims to help people build clearer boundaries, reduce shame or guilt, and improve everyday functioning.
Teresa holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and an MA in Community Psychology - Professional Counseling from Alverno College. Her practice is based in Wisconsin and sessions are conducted in English.
How Teresa’s approaches translate to online work
Teresa uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on what matters most to each person. That approach centers the client's concerns and lets sessions move at a chosen pace. It works well for people who need space to voice priorities and set achievable goals.She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to identify recurring interaction patterns and attachment-related feelings. EFT helps when relationship rules from childhood still shape adult reactions and communication. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone is weighing change and needs short, practical guidance to find their own reasons to act.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Teresa will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She checks in regularly and adjusts the focus based on progress and feedback.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or remove travel time for those juggling caregiving or work. Discuss scheduling and format preferences when you set up the first appointment to find what best fits everyday life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges, family of origin issues, trauma and related concerns such as grief and sleep problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and goal-focused. She listens, reflects, and helps people set practical steps toward change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience as a practicing counselor in Wisconsin.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin and holds an MA in Community Psychology - Professional Counseling.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing during the intake process.
How do I begin working with her?
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