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Counseling Services & Specialties
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Sarah Adler, LPC
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Professional Counselor who provides training and supervision to our staff while also working directly with clients. I work with clients ages 14+ using interventions such as Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), interoceptive training, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). These modalities have been scientifically proven useful in reducing symptoms associated with anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, etc) among others. I am also a certified TF-CBT Counselor. I am passionate and excited to offer treatment for those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and/or body image concerns. Click to read more
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Tim Abendroth, LMFT
I work with clients ages 14+ as well as couples and families addressing anxiety, depression and mood disorders, family/relationship concerns, gender and sexual identity, sexual dysfunction, and trauma related disorders. I am also comfortable working with student athletes and collegiate student-athletes as they work through life transitions and balancing multiple moving parts of life. I have training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and more. I am exclusively a virtual therapist. Click to read more
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Katy Philabaum, APSW
I work with clients ages 7+ to address a range of challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, adjusting to impactful life changes, coping with stressors and recovering from trauma. I provide affirming care to clients of all identities and have experience working with clients who are LGBTQIA+. I use a trauma-informed approach and have received training in play therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches. Click to read more
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Olivia Kostreva, LPC-IT
I work with individuals ages 16+ experiencing anxiety including but not limited to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), mood disorders, trauma, and adjustment disorders. I have experience working with emerging adults and veterans specifically. Much of my graduate studies revolved around service-related moral injury and the psychological distress resulting from interpersonal harm. I work from both Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Existential Therapy. I am also trained in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). Click to read more
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Hia Woollard, LCSW
I work with clients ages 7+ and families experiencing trauma, chronic illness, grief, living loss, adjustment, mood disorders, anxiety, and more. I utilize mindfulness, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) crisis interventions, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy approaches to treatment. Click to read more
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Selina Lor, LPC
I work with clients ages 11+ struggling with mood issues, anxiety disorders, relationship concerns,relationship/couples counseling, intergenerational trauma, and other trauma-based experiences. I am trained in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional-Focused Therapy (EFT), and more. I work as a virtual therapist working working in-person one day per week out of our Blount Street office. Click to read more
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Ashley Olson, APSW
I work with clients ages 16+ including but not limited to veterans experiencing mental health and/or substance use issues, clients coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, adjustment issues, grief and loss, relationship/couples work, neurodiversity, and more. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, trauma informed care, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT). Click to read more
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Ellen Eggen, LPC, ATR-BC
I work with clients ages 5+ as well as couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, mood disorders, neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+ concerns, crisis, and trauma. I am also a Nationally Board Certified Art Therapist. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Focused-CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Strategies, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT), and more. Click to read more
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Rachel Fry, APSW
I work with clients ages 17+ addressing a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, and other types of adjustments to various life changes. I utilize a person-centered approach paired with strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I also work from a Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating approach. Click to read more
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Alexis Malkusak, APSW
I work with individuals ages 14+ struggling with anxiety disorders (i.e. OCD), disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns. I use a trauma-informed care approach and integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into sessions. Click to read more
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Amy Munson, MFT-IT
I work with adults (18 +) and couples who are experiencing relationship concerns, navigating life transitions, experiencing anxiety, depression, mood concerns, trauma, and more. I utilize a systemic, person-centered, strengths-based approach. My therapeutic areas of focus include Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Click to read more
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Kim Kramer, LPC-IT
I work with clients ages 18+ working through trauma including but not limited to sexual assault, early childhood trauma, complex trauma, interpersonal trauma, and intergenerational trauma. I also have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, ADHD, neurodiversity, and mood disorders. I am also trained in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). Click to read more
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Carly Chadd, MFT-IT
I work with individuals ages 12+ and couples addressing a variety of concerns including but not limited to relationship concerns, navigating life transitions, peri- and postpartum concerns, experiences of anxiety and depression, as well as other mood, and trauma. I utilize a systemic approach that incorporates elements of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Click to read more
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Clinical Intern
Lauren Langford, BS, Counseling Intern
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I work with clients ages 14+ experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, mood disorders (ie., depression, bipolar), trauma, grief and loss, and those experiencing difficulty adjusting through the distinct phases of life. My approach to counseling is trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based. I also received a certification in Psychological First Aid. I will also be training at Synergos to better understand treating those struggling with disordered eating, individuals interested in couples counseling, and utilizing Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for anxiety and/or ocd. Click to read more Please call our office to inquire about our intern rates. |
Admin Staff
Gisele Guzman
My name is Gisele Guzman, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a Medical Receptionist at Synergos Counseling. I completed my Field Placement at Synergos Counseling in 2022. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology, minoring in Health and Society at Edgewood College.
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Edna Dawit
My name is Edna Dawit, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a Medical Receptionist at Synergos Counseling. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at UW-Madison toward a career in counseling. I continue to enjoy working within organizations in the Madison area that cater to uplifting children and families' socio-emotional health.
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Katie Istvanek
My name is Katie Istvanek, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a Medical Receptionist at Synergos Counseling. I am in the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program at UW-Madison. I am most interested in working with diverse and underserved populations. I enjoy supporting individuals of all abilities to participate in the activities that they find meaningful.
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Clinic Director & Founder
My name is Nicole Bell and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am the Clinic Director and Founder of Synergos Counseling & Wellness as well as a Licensed Psychotherapist. I received a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Child Development from UW-Madison.
I am frequently involved in the day to day operations at Synergos Counseling often responding to and scheduling initial sessions for clinicians, managing our online presence with social media, working with insurance companies to credential our staff, program development, community advocacy and philanthropy, professional development of staff, public speaking, providing clinical supervision, and much more. I am passionate about community mental health and look forward to philanthropic advancements within our community and surrounding areas.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 20 years in a caregiving capacity, over 14 years as a clinician, and over 6 years as a clinical supervisor. I specialize in treating anxiety-related disorders, mood disorders, providing family and systems support, couples counseling, child-based therapies, trauma-informed treatment, and more. I utilize an interpersonal and holistic approach to treatment using a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Person-Centered Approaches, Gottman Method, and others. I am also a certified Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapist trained by world renowned clinician and researcher, Edna Foa, PhD. PE is especially helpful in treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am also a proud member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).
I am frequently involved in the day to day operations at Synergos Counseling often responding to and scheduling initial sessions for clinicians, managing our online presence with social media, working with insurance companies to credential our staff, program development, community advocacy and philanthropy, professional development of staff, public speaking, providing clinical supervision, and much more. I am passionate about community mental health and look forward to philanthropic advancements within our community and surrounding areas.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families for over 20 years in a caregiving capacity, over 14 years as a clinician, and over 6 years as a clinical supervisor. I specialize in treating anxiety-related disorders, mood disorders, providing family and systems support, couples counseling, child-based therapies, trauma-informed treatment, and more. I utilize an interpersonal and holistic approach to treatment using a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Person-Centered Approaches, Gottman Method, and others. I am also a certified Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapist trained by world renowned clinician and researcher, Edna Foa, PhD. PE is especially helpful in treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am also a proud member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).