Our Team

Amy Gray, MS, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Amy Gray, MS, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, and obtained a Master’s degree in Counseling at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.

As a licensed professional counselor, Amy works from a Person-Centered approach, believing that every person has the potential for personal growth and positive behavior change. She believes that the best therapeutic work takes place when the client feels safe, supported, and accepted for who they are. Amy is a firm believer that clients already possess the strength necessary to overcome life’s obstacles, and it is her passion to help her clients find that strength through therapeutic work.

Amy enjoys working with adults and teens ages 16 and up, unmarried/premarital/marital couples, and families. She has experience working with attachment/relational conflict, anxiety, depression, trauma, disrupted eating patterns/eating disorders, addiction, substance abuse, and LGBTQ+ populations. Amy was drawn to the counseling field because she enjoys watching her clients learn and grow. Amy, overall, is passionate about helping others along their life journey toward becoming the version of themselves that they aspire to be.

Affliliations

Psychology Today

Amy’s therapeutic interests include:

· Anxiety / Depression
· Trauma / Abuse
· Parent & Family Conflict
· Relationship Conflict / Infidelity
· Sex & Intimacy Concerns
· Premarital/Marital Therapy
· Co-Parenting / Divorce Issues
· Sexuality
· Gender Identity / Gender Expression

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com
• Stevens Point Office

Brian Weiland, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Brian Weiland is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has spent most of his life in North-central Wisconsin including receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UW-Stevens Point. He then received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and completed his clinical internship at Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehabilitation Center in Waterford, Wisconsin.

Dr. Weiland has conducted research in the area of successful psychotherapy and is, therefore, most interested in fostering a therapeutic environment where patients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. He believes it is the process of self-exploration that heals and allows patients to break free from worries and destructive patterns that leave clients feeling hopeless and trapped. Dr. Weiland utilizes a relational-dynamic approach which focuses on integrating past experiences with the here-and-now moments that occur in the office.

Dr. Weiland provides individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults ages 14 and up as well as couples therapy. He also conducts psychological testing to clarify diagnoses as well as to confirm or rule out ADHD. Dr. Weiland offers clinical supervision to other professionals as well as therapeutic services to psychology students/professionals who are looking to explore their own biases to be most effective with their patients.

His areas of clinical specialty include:

Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Anger
Low Self-esteem
Christian Counseling
Grief
Trauma in its various forms

Dr. Weiland is a member of the American Psychological Association(APA), Wisconsin Psychological Association (WPA), and American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA). Dr. Weiland is also one out of four owners that direct Behavioral Health Clinic.

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Christopher Hoffman, LPC-IT

Licensed Professional Counselor

Christopher Hoffman, MA is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Training. He completed his Master’s Degree in the Master of Arts Counseling Program at Lakeland University. He has also received his Bachelors Degree in Psychology w/ a Human Service Emphasis from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point.

Christopher enjoys providing therapy for children and adolescents ranging from (1st grade-12th grade) on a variety of issues ranging from anxiety, bullying, depression, and trauma. He also has experience working with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, relationships, some personality disorders, and has worked with couples.

Christopher is passionate about helping his clients tap into their own strengths, helping them build positive coping skills, while working through their own personal challenges, and continuing to cultivate the positive relationships within their lives. Christopher does not believe in the one-therapy-fits-all approach and he likes his clients to take an active role in their therapy process and believes strongly in the tenets of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Affliliations

American Counseling Association

Christopher's Therapeutic Interests

Anxiety
Bullying
Depression
Marital Conflicts
Personality Disorders
Relationship Concerns
Trauma

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Emily Wereley, MS, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Emily Wereley, MS, LPC

Emily Wereley is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She completed her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a specialization in children and adolescents, at Marquette University, and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UW-Stevens Point.

Emily has experience working with children and adolescents with a variety of symptoms and diagnoses, including clients with trauma and behavioral concerns. She currently serves clients ages 3 years old and up, individually. She also provides family and group counseling. She utilizes a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and solution-focused therapy. Emily’s approach allows clients to learn and develop skills to process and handle emotions, as well as learning and developing a sense of who they are as a person.

Emily’s therapeutic interests include:

Behavioral and Conduct Disorders
Trauma
ADHD
Anxiety
Adjustment issues
School Problems

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Erinn McCabe, LPC, SAS

Licensed Professional Counselor

Erinn McCabe, LPC, SAS, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Substance Abuse Specialty. She received her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Erinn’s expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns.

Erinn provides play therapy for children ages 3 years and up and is trained in Theraplay-based methods to promote healthy attachment in children and adults. She is also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals that struggle with adjustment concerns and trauma. Erinn’s philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, as well as mindfulness. Erinn is an open-minded individual who provides empathy and guidance to her clients working through difficult moments in their lives.

Erinn’s specialties include:

Trauma/Abuse and EMDR Therapy
Anxiety, Depression and Other Mood Disorders
Substance Abuse and Addiction
Child and Adolescent Counseling (ages 3 and up)
Parenting/Co-Parenting/Divorce Issues
Attachment Concerns
Adjustment Issues
Gender Identity/Gender Expression
Marriage/Couples Counseling

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Heather Meggers-Wright, Ph.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Heather Meggers-Wright, Ph.D.

Dr. Meggers-Wright is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri; her clinical internship at South Texas Veterans Health Care System in San Antonio, Texas; and her doctoral residency at the Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute in St. Louis, Missouri.

Dr. Meggers-Wright works with individuals, couples, and families to help them take advantage of their strengths and opportunities to lead a well-lived life. Her clients find her to be warm and caring, with a tendency to bring in humor. Her clients also find her to be goal-focused in that she works together with her clients to create achievable goals and actively take steps to reach them. Dr. Meggers-Wright is also one out of four owners that direct the Behavioral Health Clinic.

Dr. Meggers-Wright is dedicated to providing evidence-based treatments that are supported by science as being effective in producing measurable change. Evidence-based treatments are typically short-term and are flexible enough to respect that every person is a unique individual.

Dr. Meggers-Wright specializes in high-quality care to busy professionals who have increased privacy concerns due to their occupation or community involvement. She offers online counseling using a HIPAA-secure video platform to maximize convenience and confidentiality if office visits create a barrier for treatment. Video-based counseling is covered by many insurers, and she accepts self-pay for those whose insurance coverage is behind the times.

Dr. Meggers-Wright’s specialties include:

Sex and Intimacy
Anxiety and Fear
Weight and Self-Esteem
Depression and Bi-Polar
Trauma (sexual; combat)
Medical Diagnosis and Chronic Pain
Pre-Surgical
Psychological Testing
Psychotherapy for individuals (15 and older), couples, and group work

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Jessica Brooks, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Jessica Brooks is a licensed psychologist, certified rehabilitation counselor, and researcher. She grew up in rural South Central Wisconsin, and in 2014 received her PhD at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Rehabilitation Psychology. Rehabilitation psychology is a psychology subspecialty that focuses on maximizing health, functioning, and community participation across the lifespan of people with disabilities and chronic health conditions including serious mental illnesses. For over a decade, she has been involved in clinical care and foundation and federally funded mental health promotion research, with over 80 peer-reviewed journal publications focusing on mental health and rehabilitation topics and the development and implementation of new counseling and psychotherapy interventions. Dr. Brooks completed her clinical internship at a community-based mental health program with Mendota Mental Health Institute in Madison, Wisconsin. She is also a former Tenure-Track faculty and taught bachelor’s rehabilitation studies, master’s rehabilitation counseling, and doctoral-level health services research students in the Department of Rehabilitation & Health Services at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas.

For postdoctoral work, Dr. Brooks completed a research and clinical fellowship in outpatient and community-based mental health services at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. She also completed a health services research traineeship at Columbia University in New York, New York. With the desire to live closer to family, Dr. Brooks returned home to Wisconsin during the COVID-19 era. Dr. Brooks provides online individual psychotherapy to adults aged 18 years and older. Dr. Brooks has extensive experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy methods including acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, behavioral activation, and recovery-oriented cognitive therapy, and she maintains a positive, person-centered philosophy in psychotherapy. Dr. Brooks enjoys working with individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+ populations, people with disabilities, and persons living in rural areas. During her leisure time, she enjoys attending live performances (comedy shows, musicals, plays, film), spending time outdoors (rain, snow, or shine), and being with friends, family, and pets.

Dr. Brooks is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA).

Her areas of clinical specialty include:

Depression
Suicidal ideation
Anxiety disorders
Personality disorders
Chronic pain
Serious mental illnesses (schizophrenia, bipolar disorders)
Substance use disorders
Autism spectrum disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Disability adjustment
Aging and geriatric mental health
Grief counseling
Career counseling

• (715) 298-4422
• appointments@bhcwausau.com
• Online

Judy Lemke, MS, LPC, LCSW

Licensed Professional Counselor

Judy Lemke, MS, LPC, LCSW

Judy Lemke is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wide variety of experience in Mental Health and Substance Abuse issues. She completed her Master’s Degree in Counseling at the University of Wisconsin –Stout and her Bachelor’s Degree in Comprehensive Social Work from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.

Clients who counsel with Judy will find her to be engaging, patient, thorough, and genuinely interested in them as individuals with unique strengths and abilities. She has extensive experience in assisting individuals with co-occurring disorders, relationship issues, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, change of life events, trauma, self-esteem issues, and post-divorce co-parenting struggles.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered and solution-focused interventions are an integral part of her approach in encouraging her clients to become confident in their creation of achievable goals, ability to make positive changes, and sustain their progress throughout and after the therapeutic experience. Judy enjoys counseling adolescents, couples, families and facilitating groups. She is also able to offer individual therapy through online counseling. It is her strong belief that there are no life challenges, large or small, that cannot benefit from the therapeutic process.

Judy’s therapeutic interests include:

Anxiety, Depression and other Mood Disorders
Stress: General Life/Change of Life events
Adjustment Issues
Self Esteem Concerns
Post Traumatic Stress Disorders
Trauma (Self defined)
Couples/Relationship Issues
Co-Parenting Challenges
Substance Abuse
Online Counseling

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com
• ONLINE ONLY

Kristi Smith, LPC, SAS

Licensed Professional Counselor

Kristi Smith, LPC, SAS is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Substance Abuse Specialty. She earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling with focus on individuals with co-occurring disorders from Southern New Hampshire University.

Kristi has experience in working with adolescents and adults in a diverse population with struggles that include depression, anxiety, chronic suicidal ideation, trauma, and substance use. Kristi currently works with clients ages 14 and up and has experience conducting individual sessions, couple sessions, and family sessions. Kristi primarily uses evidence based practice approaches using cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and dialectical behavioral therapy-based skills, and solution focused therapy. Kristi’s therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual depending on their needs and you’ll find her approach to be warm, gentle, and light-hearted at times.

Kristi’s therapeutic interests include:

Anxiety/Depression
Trauma/Abuse
Relationship/Family Conflict
Adjustment Issues
Self Esteem Issues
Substance Use
Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

• (715) 298-4422
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Lauri Doepke, MS, LPC, NCC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Lauri Doepke, MS, LPC, NCC

Lauri Doepke, MS, LPC, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UW-Stout, and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from UW-Eau Claire. In her ten-plus years of clinical experience, Lauri has counseled individuals of varying ages and degrees of mental health needs. She has extensive experience in working with adolescents in residential and outpatient settings, as well as adults in an outpatient setting.

Lauri’s approach to therapy begins with a person-centered focus; building up the relationship and trust with each individual, then using a strengths-based, goal-oriented approach to build of off what has worked in the past and is currently working for the individual. Lauri also favors cognitive-behavioral therapy as a treatment approach to challenge negative thought patterns that keep individuals stuck emotionally and cognitively. Lauri has found these methods to be effective in developing and maintaining a therapeutic rapport, and in meeting treatment goals outlined by individuals. She is warm hearted, witty, down to earth, and genuinely has the best interest of each individual she works with in mind.

Lauri’s therapeutic interests include:

• General Life Stressors/Change of Life Events
• Anxiety and Fear
• Depression and Other Mood Disorders
• Adjustment Issues
• Conduct and Opposition
• Relational Issues
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Luke Severt, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Luke Severt, LPC

Luke Severt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He initially completed an M.S.Ed in School Counseling in 2008 from the University of Wisconsin River-Falls and continued his education to obtain his LPC thereafter. Early in his career he spent a great deal of time with teens struggling with conduct and oppositional issues. Trained in an array of different therapeutic approaches, he feels the approach utilized is about what works for the client, and not relying on the Counselors "favorite". 

Luke has worked with a vast array of genders, ethnicities, mental health, and socio-economic statuses and has extensive history working with suicidal individuals, those suffering from trauma, and parent-child relational issues. Trained in “Ending the Game” (ETG) He was specifically utilized for an all-female population and prided himself on becoming a safe and trustworthy mentor that specialized in those affected by human trafficking.

In 2019 Luke Severt became certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy which continues to be a passion to this day. Additional training in EMDR such as the flash technique, grief and morning, and Buddhist Psychology, EMDR Therapy & Addictions – The MET(T)A Protocol have furthered his ability utilizing this therapeutic technique.

Luke’s Therapeutic Interests Include:

• Trauma Recovery, PTSD
• Human Trafficking
• Adjustment to Stressful Events
• Post-Traumatic Stress Management & Recovery
• Relationship Communications
• Parent-Child relationship repair
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Children’s conduct/oppositional Issues
• Bipolar and Borderline Personality
• Anxiety, Depression, & Mood Instability

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Michelle Lassa, M.S., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Michelle Lassa, M.S., LPC

Michelle Lassa, M.S., LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin -Stout and earned her Master of Science degree in Forensic Psychology from California State University – Los Angeles. Michelle has well over a decade of clinical experience working with a wide variety of ages, genders, ethnicities, socio-economic statuses, and mental health issues within correctional settings and community settings. With a trauma-informed care approach, Michelle has experience utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Michelle is also trained in Crisis Intervention Prevention, Crisis Negotiation, Suicide Prevention, and Verbal Judo techniques.

She has a creative clinical approach that might surprise you. She enjoys thinking outside of the box while challenging you to engage in evidenced-based clinical techniques for building and maintaining your best life. Michelle is a very caring and kind individual, remembering that you are a human being first. Michelle ensures a tailored therapeutic approach with clients being fully involved with their treatment planning and therapy processes. As an individual and group therapist for many years, Michelle strives to provide a confidential, safe, and friendly environment for therapy participants to enhance their skills and receive adequate support. Previous clients of Michelle’s have stated she is approachable and offers a judgment-free zone for therapy.

Michelle’s Therapeutic Interests:

• Anxiety, Depression, & Mood Instability
• Trauma: Physical & Sexual Abuse/First Responder Trauma
• Post-Traumatic Stress Management & Recovery
• Criminal Justice Issues/High Risk Offenders
• Severe Mental Health Illnesses & Personality Disorders
• Suicide/Self-Harm Prevention
• Work/Life Balance of Stressors & Changing Events
• Self-Esteem/Confidence Issues
• Adolescent Behavior/Performance (ages 10+)
• Relationship Communications
• Grief & Loss

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Magdalena Rocha, CAPSW, LCSW-IT

Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker

Maggi Rocha, MSW, CAPSW is a Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker and QTT (Qualified Treatment Trainee). She completed her Bachelor’s of Sociology & Criminal Justice at Carthage College in Kenosha, WI and obtained a Master of Social Work at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay.

As a CAPSW, Maggi uses a holistic and individualized approach to therapeutic practice, understanding that life circumstances often inform a person’s approach to mental health treatment, and that one form of intervention does not fit all clients. She addresses conflict and crisis from the perspective that the client is the expert of their own life experiences and works to support and empower each client to work towards their goals together as a team.

Maggi practices her vocation in working with youth and families, ages 4 and up, including work with couples and groups. She has experience working with child attachment and development, depression and anxiety disorders, LGBTQIA+ acceptance and transition, race-based trauma, family conflict, grief, and working with clients to adjust to significant life changes and stress management.

Overall, Maggi was drawn to the field of clinical social work to help individuals find their strengths and allow people to explore vulnerability and identity in a safe, supportive, environment. Maggi is passionate about promoting and advocating for individuals to build their own staircase to success and satisfaction in their lives. 

Magdalena’s therapeutic interests include:

• Anxiety / Depression
• Trauma / Abuse
• Co-Parent, Parent, & Family Conflict
• Child Behavior & Attachment
• Life Adjustments & Stress Management
• Groups & Couples Therapy
• Chronic Pain & Insomnia
• LGBTQIA+ Identity, Acceptance, & Expression

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Meena Statz, M.ED, CRC, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Meena Statz, M.ED, CRC, LPC

Meena Statz, M.ED, CRC, LPC is Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Wisconsin Licensed Professional Counselor. Meena received her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Rehabilitation Counseling and her graduate degree from The Pennslyvania State University in Rehabilitation Psychology. Meena has over a decade of experience in working with adults, families and teens. She specializes in working with clients and their families in addressing mental health concerns, achieving behavioral goals, navigating life transitions, and coping with disability/chronic illness. Meena also has a passion for working with people who experience chronic suicidal ideation and self-injurious behaviors. Meena utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, talk therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and art/creative outlets. Meena is also a certified yoga teacher and meditation instructor. She incorporates mindful movement into sessions as needed and requested.

Meena has specific training in Substance Abuse recovery and therapy for those who identify as having an Autism Spectrum Disorder with a co-occurring mood disorder. She is also focused on providing disability allied, as well as BIPOC and LGBTQIA affirming services. Meaning, therapy will take into consideration all parts of a client's identity. Meena is client-centered, meaning you make your goals and cooperatively decide how you will achieve them.

Affiliations: American Counseling Association

Meena’s therapeutic interests include:

• Anxiety Disorders
• Depressive Disorders
• Bulimia
• Parenting concerns
• ADHD (adult and child)
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Chronic Disability/Illness
• Blindness/Visual Impairment
• Suicidal ideation
• Self-injury
• Racial identity
• Racial trauma
• LGBTQIA issues
• Women's issues
• Smoking cessation
• Career change
• Life transition

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Rachel Eifert, MS, LPC, CSAC, ICS

Licensed Professional Counselor

Skilled therapist specializing in the treatment of children and adults struggling w/ mental health and substance abuse.

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Samantha Hamann, MS, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Sami Hamann, MS, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, both from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Sami's expertise includes providing individual, family, and couple's therapy to focus on a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, eating concerns, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ exploration, trauma and abuse history, grief and loss, life transitions, and other mental health concerns.

Sami's experience has been in private practice and higher education counseling. Sami's philosophy is grounded in interpersonal and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, as well as mindfulness and grounding skills, with a person-centered approach. Sami's focus is to help guide individuals and their families through life stressors, while processing thoughts and emotions to implement change. Sami strives to provide a warm and empathic environment, with active listening to build rapport ensuring individuals feel important and heard.

Sami's therapeutic interests include:

Anxiety and Depression
Trauma and Abuse
Eating Concerns
Relationship Issues
Gender Identity/Gender Expression
Mood Disorders
Adjustment/Life Changes
Substance Use
Obsessive Compulsive Behaviors
Suicide/Self Injury Prevention

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Shannon Schaefer, Ph.D.

Psychologist

Shannon Schaefer, Ph.D.

Dr. Schaefer is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She completed her Ph.D. at Marquette University (APA accredited) and her clinical internship at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center (APA accredited) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Dr. Schaefer’s orientation is largely cognitive-behavioral with an emphasis on solution-focused interventions. She works from the strengths of her patients, encouraging their positive growth and change. Initial assessment of problem areas and strengths is typically part of a full diagnostic evaluation at the outset. See more under “Services” to learn more about how psychotherapy works.

Dr. Schaefer is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Wisconsin Psychological Association (WPA). Dr. Schaefer is also one out of four owners that direct Behavioral Health Clinic.

Dr. Schaefer’s specialties include:

• Depression and bipolar disorders
• Anxiety, stress, phobias
• Couples/relationships
• Psychological evaluations
• Adjustment issues
• Children’s conduct/oppositional Issues
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Pre-adoptive and pre-surrogacy issues
• Children and adolescents
• ADHD/learning disabilities
• Parenting

Dr. Schaefer would also be available as a media consultant for any of the above issues.

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Stacy Stefaniak Luther, PsyD, LPC

Doctor of Psychology

Stacy Stefaniak Luther, PsyD, LPC

Stacy Stefaniak Luther, PsyD, LPC, received her Psychology Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and her Master’s Degree in Psychology with specializations in Clinical Psychology and Child and Adolescent Development from Capella University in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Stacy completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Northern Michigan University, with a focus on Elementary Education. She also holds an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. She works with individuals ages 2 (with parent) and up. Dr. Stacy has been working with children ranging in age from infancy through adolescence and with parents in a variety of environments for over 20 years. Dr. Stacy enjoys working with families and her professional interests include child development, attachment, challenging behaviors, Postpartum Depression and women’s reproductive health, parenting skills, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Stacy uses an eclectic approach that focuses on the individual client and his or her story. She uses a client-centered focus with psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, and play therapy strategies. Dr. Stacy has had training in Applied Behavior Analysis, Love and Logic Parenting, the Greenspan Floortime Approach, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills, and Sand Tray therapy. She approaches each client as a valued individual and provides treatment in an individualized manner with a non-judgmental approach. Dr. Stacy is also one out of four owners that direct Behavioral Health Clinic.

I am a member of Postpartum Support International and the American Association of Suicidology and the Autism Society of Greater WI.

Dr. Stacy has experience providing services to children, adolescents, and adults.

Dr. Stacy is currently licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Her areas of specialty include:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Attachment and Reactive Attachment Disorder
• Behavioral Disorders
• Parenting
• Pregnancy and Postpartum Adjustment and Depression
• Childhood Depression
• Pre-Adoptive, Adoptive, and Foster Care Families
• Social Skills
• Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Shannon Huff, Ed.S.

Licensed Professional Counselor

Shannon Huff, Ed.S., is a licensed School Psychologist. She received her Educational Specialist Degree in School Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire and her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Steven’s Point. Ms. Huff holds current licenses from the State of Wisconsin Psychology Examining Board for the private practice of School Psychology and from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for School Psychology.

Shannon Huff is only accepting testing patients in our Wausau location.

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Timothy E. Freundl, Psy.D., LPC

Postdoctoral Fellow

Timothy E. Freundl, MS, Psy.D., LPC

Timothy E. Freundl, MS, Psy.D., LPC, is a Doctor of Psychology, and Licensed Professional Counselor. He received his master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently completing his doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology, an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited institution, in Milwaukee, WI. He recently moved back to Central Wisconsin after completing his yearlong internship at a nationally recognized mental health treatment facility and APA accredited psychiatric hospital, Rogers Memorial Hospital, in Milwaukee, WI.

Tim grew up in Central Wisconsin, attended St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI where he received his undergraduate degree in psychology, and then moved to Milwaukee for graduate school and internship. Here he has had a broad range of clinical experiences working with diverse populations and individuals with a multitude of diagnoses at different treatment settings ranging from inpatient, outpatient, and residential; providing group, individual, couples, and family therapy as well as psychological testing; and treating all age groups spanning childhood through elderly adults. Though he has had a wide breadth of training, his focal point and clinical specialization is with high-risk/suicidal, internalizing and externalizing children and adolescents in the inpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), and outpatient community mental health setting.

AFFILIATIONS

Psychology Today

In his experiences, Tim has worked with many children, adolescents, and young adults dealing with a wide variety of issues. Some of the most common include, but are not limited to:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Obsessions/Compulsions
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Personality Disorders
• Psychosis
• Psychosomatic Complaints
• Anger/Aggression
• Suicidal Ideation
• Self-Harming Behavior
• Bullying
• Low Self-Esteem
• Abuse
• Trauma
• Substance Abuse
• Grieving/Bereavement
• Family Dynamic/Relational Issues
• Social media and its effects
• Adjustment/Enculturation
• Issues
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Legal/School/Occupational/Social Challenges
• Behavioral/Mood regulation difficulties

Tim employs evidenced based therapeutic approaches designed to best meet the specific and changing needs of his clients over time. He is a firm believer in the humanistic approach along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and positive psychology – which he is very passionate about. Tim is highly committed to building a strong therapeutic alliance that is strength-based and assures that every client feels cared for, safe, comfortable, and heard. In his free time, he loves being outdoors, staying active, sports, and spending time with friends and family.

• 715-842-9500
• appointments@bhcwausau.com

Anne Wunsch

Accounting Manager

Anne Wunsch - Accounting Manager

Hometown: Antigo, Wisconsin

Education: Bachelors of Science in Psychology with a Communications Minor from UWSP

Current Position/Duties: Accounting Manager. I assist the clinic owners by managing and implementing efficient and effective accounting practices of the clinic, to include oversight of the revenue cycle, payroll, tax reporting, and business accounting. I am also back-up for the Practice Manager.

If you were to receive a million dollars, how would you spend it? Hah! Pay taxes on it and see what is left over!

What do you enjoy doing to relieve stress? Reading, laughing, spending quality time with family and my bestie, and breathing deeply!

What is your favorite line from a movie? “Just keep swimming!”

• 715-842-9500
• anne.wunsch@bhcwausau.com

April Woolsey

Front Office Representative

April Woolsey - Front Office Representative

Hometown: Marathon

Education: Bachelors in Business Administration

Current Position/Duties: Front Office Specialist

If you were to receive a million dollars, how would you spend it? Pay off my debts, my family debts, and help those in need.
What do you enjoy doing to relieve stress? Spending time with my family.
What is your favorite line from a movie? I have several. New in Town, Meet Dave, Greatest Show....

Charity Fancher

Front Office Operations Administrator

Charity Fancher - Front Office Operations Administrator

Hometown: Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology

Current Position/Duties: Front Office Operations Administrator. I serve as the point person, organize, provide for, and manage the front office administrative operations. I also ensure the smooth running of the administration functions of the front office to help improve company procedures and day-to-day operations.

If you were to receive a million dollars, how would you spend it? I would buy a farm with lots of goats, horses, and cats. I love animals so I would spend my days taking care of them, ie: playing and spoiling them. I would also buy a summer house in Bora Bora.

What do you enjoy doing to relieve stress? I enjoy gardening and planting flowers.

What is your favorite line from a movie? “Buzz your girlfriend, WOOF!”

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Jolene Baumgartner

Front Office Representative

Jolene Baumgartner - Front Office Representative

Hometown: Wausau, WI

Current Position/Duties:I check patients in, verify insurance benefits, prepare patient charts and other duties as assigned and/or needed.

If you were to receive a million dollars, how would you spend it? I would put money in a trust for my 3 children to pay off their student loans after they have worked an extended time. Buy a new truck for my husband. Invest for retirement.

What do you enjoy doing to relieve stress? Read, crochet, camp, walk my two Goldendoodles - Donald and Zoey.

What is your favorite line from a movie? "Can you bring me my Chapstick? No, just borrow some from the nurse, she has like 5 or 6 sticks in her drawer." - Napoleon Dynamite

Kathleen Katuin

Front Office Representative

Kathleen Katuin - Front Office Staff Employee

Hometown: Waupaca

Education: Bachelor's in Business Administration emphasis in Management at UWSP

Current Position/Duties: Front Desk Associate

If you were to receive a million dollars, how would you spend it? payoff mortgage, give money to family, trip to Hawaii, and save the rest.

What do you enjoy doing to relieve stress? Listen to music and exercise.

What is your favorite line from a movie? "It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends." -Albus Dumbledore