Our Services

Individual therapy

When an individual decides to begin exploring therapy, there are so many things they may be considering or wondering about. At Twelve Oaks, the goal is to provide a welcoming and healing space so that you can be seen, heard, and valued for who you are, without the pressure to hide behind the mask. The foundation of trust we build enables us to peel away the layers and create meaningful goals to work on, continually checking in and adjusting as needed. Let's be real, sometimes you don't know where to start and change is hard. You've already taken the first step and it starts here! How about another?

Couples/Relationships therapy

Are you and your partner(s) struggling with connection or feeling stuck in your relationship? Maybe things just aren't like what they used to be and you're wanting to reconnect and improve communication, maybe this relationship is newer and just needs fine tuning, maybe you're looking for deeper intimacy or to spice things up with some novelty but not sure what or how to go about this... Maybe there was a betrayal in the relationship and you're wanting to heal and move forward, maybe you're questioning if you relationship should dissolve or if repair can happen... Either way, you're ready for something different and motivated to make changes to move toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship. At Twelve Oaks, various relationship styles are recognized without shame and judgement so you can move from the relationship you have to a healthier relationship that fits and is more fulfilling, comfortable and safe.

sex therapy

Sex and sexuality are important, valid, and essential parts of our lives. I believe sex and sexuality should be normalized, explored, and celebrated with the intricacies that show up in unique ways. As an important part of the human experience, other life stressors or transitions may impact our sexual health and vice versa. I do this work from a sex positive and affirmative place. My goal is to help you move from where you are to where you want to be. No matter where you are on your journey as an individual or relationship, there is no better place to start than where you are. Some of my specialized areas of interest around sexuality include bringing joy to sex and sexuality, exploration of sexuality and gender identities, helping parents talk to their children about sexuality, low or mismatched desire, sexual anxiety/shame, partner betrayal, compulsive and out-of-control sexual behavior, diverse relationship structures (ethical non-monogamy, open marriage, etc.), BDSM/kink, sexual trauma, and more. Through this work, I hold a safe, affirming, compassionate and non-judgmental space where all are welcomed and celebrated as they are.

Internal family systems therapy

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a transformative model based on the belief of natural multiplicity of the mind, which is a good thing. As a non-pathologizing and evidence-based psychotherapy model, IFS is way of understanding personal and intimate relationships, which helps people heal by accessing and healing their protective and wounded inner parts.

Brainspotting

Brainspotting is a powerful and effective focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing, and releasing core neuro-physiological sources of emotional and physical pain, trauma, dissociation and other unhealthy coping mechanisms. What we have learned is that the logical part of the brain engaged in talk therapy is not where our traumatic experiences are stored. Instead, these traumatic experiences are stored in the primitive brain, which is why those unhealthy coping skills or trauma responses occur so suddenly sometimes. Brainspotting helps the client access the the primitive parts of the brain to release the trauma in the brain and body for lasting healing and a healthier you.

CCs Services

Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) is a voluntary, recovery focused, integrated behavioral health program for adults and/or children coping with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Individuals enrolled in CCS work with a team of providers to support them in their recovery goals. Eligibility is determined through a screening process conducted by the county-based or tribal-based provider organization.

Twelve Oaks is authorized to provide services under the service arrays of Psychotherapy, Individual and/or Family Psychoeducation, Individual Skill Development and Enhancement, and Wellness Management. Twelve Oaks serves the following counties through CCS: Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, and Washburn.

In-person/online Services

Depending on what you are looking for and your geographic location, either in-person or telehealth services may be available. Twelve Oaks operates out of a beautiful space near River Falls, Wisconsin, located in the woods with wildlife galore surrounding the grounds. This provides the opportunity to engage in services indoors, out on the deck, or strolling through nature. Through CCS, in-person services may be offered in the home or in the community as well. Virtual meetings are always an option for individuals located in Wisconsin or Minnesota.

training/consultation

In addition to client services, I also provide consultation for other providers and/or training as needed. The truth is nobody knows it all and I believe it is important for clinicians and providers to support one another through collaboration, consultation, and training.

I have offered a variety of trainings in the past and welcome the opportunity to share additional information, please feel free to reach out with special requests or questions.

Some past trainings include:

Considerations When Working with LGBTQIA+ Youth

Curiosity is Velocity: Relational Factors for Client Success

Curiosity is Velocity: Sexuality Series

Session 1: Why This is Important

Session 2: LGBTQIA+ & Sexuality

Session 3: Sexuality Across the Life Span

Session 4: Sexuality After Sexual Trauma

Session 5: Mental Illness/Disability & Sexuality

Session 6: Kinks and Other Taboos

Welcome to Twelve Oaks Center for Healing and Sexual Wellness