Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in New Richmond, WI
At CTS Counseling/Therapy, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services that address the social, psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of individuals, couples, and families. Our practice, led by Carol Christensen, LMFT, focuses on holistic care that goes beyond symptom relief to foster meaningful personal growth and improved quality of life. With over 18 years of clinical experience in community mental health and private practice, we specialize in trauma therapy, family counseling, and support for individuals navigating life transitions.Our approach emphasizes collaboration, with therapy goals defined jointly by clients and clinicians, and includes referrals to specialized disciplines when necessary. We serve clients of all ages, from children to the elderly, and offer consultation services to schools, clergy, and healthcare professionals. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in evening appointments and a fully accessible office space. By integrating evidence-based practices with personalized care, we strive to empower our clients to achieve lasting positive change.
Services
Individual Counseling
Marital Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Group Therapy
Family Counseling
PTSD Treatment
Grief Counseling
Parenting Education
Divorce Assessments
Mental Health Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer 18 years of clinical experience in community mental health and private practice.
- Our holistic approach addresses social, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs simultaneously.
- Specialized trauma therapy for abuse survivors and military personnel is available.
- Flexible scheduling includes evening appointments for working professionals.
- We provide collaborative care with referrals to psychiatric and neurological specialists.
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health support for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors addressing anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with holistic care principles. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and fostering personal growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized care for trauma survivors including physical/sexual abuse victims and military personnel. Utilizes EMDR and trauma-informed modalities to process adverse experiences. Addresses symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance while building emotional regulation skills. Treatment plans incorporate mind-body connections for comprehensive healing.
Group Therapy
Structured sessions focusing on grief work, parenting skills, and stress management. Combines peer support with professional guidance to address shared challenges. Proven effective for processing loss, improving family dynamics, and developing coping mechanisms in a safe, confidential environment.
Family Counseling
Intervention for family relationship issues including marital conflict and parenting concerns. Uses systemic approaches to improve communication patterns and resolve intergenerational conflicts. Addresses life transitions impacting family dynamics while promoting healthier interaction patterns and boundary setting.
Mental Health Consultation
Expert guidance for schools, healthcare providers, and legal professionals on complex mental health cases. Provides assessment recommendations and treatment frameworks for challenging situations. Includes educational in-services on abuse recognition and crisis intervention strategies for multidisciplinary teams.
People
Carol Christensen
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Carol Christensen, LMFT, holds a Master's in Social Work and Marriage & Family Therapy. With 18 years in community mental health and private practice, she specializes in trauma treatment and abuse recovery. Former medical social worker and university instructor, she provides holistic care integrating mind-body-spirit connections.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, marital, family, and group therapy. Specialized services include trauma treatment, PTSD therapy for military personnel, grief counseling, and parenting education programs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept most major health insurance plans at standard rates. For uninsured clients, we offer fee negotiation based on financial circumstances following established guidelines.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening sessions three nights per week from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM to accommodate working professionals' schedules.
What mental health issues do you treat?
Our practice addresses anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, trauma/abuse recovery, family relationship issues, grief, and life transition challenges for clients ages 3 to 93.
How are treatment plans developed?
Treatment plans are collaboratively created during initial assessment sessions. We combine client goals with clinical expertise to design personalized roadmaps for mental health improvement and personal growth.
Do you provide referrals to other specialists?
Yes, when needed we coordinate psychiatric evaluations, psychological testing, and chemical dependency assessments with appropriate specialists while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.
