Nicole Bell, MA, LPC, NBCC
My name is Nicole Bell and I am the owner of Synergos Counseling as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois and Bachelor's degree at UW-Madison. I work collaboratively with clients to sharpen their awareness of unhelpful living patterns while practicing self-empowering skills to support them in feeling stronger and more confident in their daily lives.
My professional experiences have allowed me to develop specialty training in anxiety-related disorders including Obsessive-Compulsive disorder using a combination of evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP). I have had the opportunity to work for some great organizations such as Meriter Hospital, UW-Madison Research Center, Institute for Juvenile Research in Chicago, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, Rogers Memorial Hospital, and others. I am also a proud member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). You can also see my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Group Health Cooperative (GHC), Optum/UHC, Cigna, Health Partners MN, WEA Trust, Humana Behavioral Health, Humana/Choice Care Network, The Alliance, UMR, Aetna, Multiplan, Health EOS, Dean with Multiplan, EAP services, Out of Network, Private Pay
Haley Rorabeck, MS, LPC
My name is Haley Rorabeck and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Synergos Counseling. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and her Bachelor's degree at UW-Milwaukee. I am passionate about helping individuals live free from their anxieties and lead healthy, happy lives. I believe my enthusiasm, creativity, and empathy combined with my expertise in treating anxiety-related disorders will empower clients to practice the skills essential to conquering anxiety.
I have a breadth of experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety-related disorders including but not limited to Obsessive-Compulsive disorder. I have also worked with children who have been diagnosed with Autism and related disorders while also providing behavior management as well as parent training for children with disruptive concerns. Additionally, I have had the pleasure to work for some great organizations such as but not limited to the Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Center for Anxiety and OCD in Deerfield, Illinois, The Wisconsin Early Autism project, and Rogers Memorial Hospital in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. I am also a proud and active member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) and the Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA). You can also see my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Group Health Cooperative (GHC), Optum/UHC, Cigna, Health Partners MN, WEA Trust, Humana Behavioral Health, Humana/Choice Care Network, The Alliance, UMR, Aetna, Multiplan, Health EOS, Dean with Multiplan, EAP services, Out of Network, Private Pay
Rachel Grzenia, MSW, CAPSW
My name is Rachel Grzenia and I am an Advanced Practice Social Worker at Synergos Counseling. I received my Master's in Social Work from UW-Madison and Bachelors from Edgewood College. I enjoy working with clients to discover short and long term goals while overcoming adversity. I am passionate about supporting individuals in meeting their goals while overcoming barriers that may have been preventing them from living the life they imagine for themselves.
I have experience working with people who identify a wide range of limitations from personality and mood disorders to anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive disorder (OCD). Much of my training has focused on providing Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) and exposure based therapy such as Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) to adolescents and adults across the lifespan. Additionally, I have experience with incorporating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques into my treatment approaches to support and empower clients when coping with a range of emotions that can often feel overwhelming. Much of my work experience and training was achieved while working in various residential treatment settings at Rogers Memorial Hospital as a behavior specialist and therapist. You can also view my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Optum/UHC, WEA Trust, The Alliance, UMR, Aetna, Multiplan, Health EOS, Dean with Multiplan, EAP services, Out of Network, Private Pay
Heidi Lindsey, MS, LPC-IT, NCC
(soon to be LPC)
My name is Heidi Lindsey and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist at Synergos Counseling. I received my Master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from the University of Upper Iowa. I am privileged to support clients as they work toward positive transformations while strengthening their emotional health. I have a true passion for working in the mental health field while using a humanistic approach to counseling through the integration of my own life experiences, education, creativity, and sense of humor.
I have worked for over 17 years in social work and counseling fields with individuals across the lifespan from birth onward. My experiences have led to specialization in treating trauma survivors such as those afflicted by domestic and sexual abuse as well as those sorting through the grieving process. I have undergone intensive training to implement therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Additionally, I provide infertility counseling to those struggling with reproductive concerns and support to identify your options. I am an EMDRIA trained Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist. I have had the pleasure to work for some great organizations including but not limited to People Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse (PADA) and PAVE of Jefferson County, Counseling Outside of the Box, and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Dane/Columbia/Sauk Counties. I am a proud member of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as well as the American Counseling Association (ACA). You can also view my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Optum/UHC, WEA Trust, The Alliance, UMR, Out of Network. Private Pay
I have worked for over 17 years in social work and counseling fields with individuals across the lifespan from birth onward. My experiences have led to specialization in treating trauma survivors such as those afflicted by domestic and sexual abuse as well as those sorting through the grieving process. I have undergone intensive training to implement therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Additionally, I provide infertility counseling to those struggling with reproductive concerns and support to identify your options. I am an EMDRIA trained Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist. I have had the pleasure to work for some great organizations including but not limited to People Against Domestic and Sexual Abuse (PADA) and PAVE of Jefferson County, Counseling Outside of the Box, and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Dane/Columbia/Sauk Counties. I am a proud member of the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as well as the American Counseling Association (ACA). You can also view my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Optum/UHC, WEA Trust, The Alliance, UMR, Out of Network. Private Pay
Donna Stewart-Martin, MA, LPC
My name is Donna Stewart-Martin and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Synergos Counseling. I received my Masters degree in Art Therapy and Counseling from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico and my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from The University of North Texas. I enjoy working with others to support their journey in discovering their find their pathways in life. I am passionate about helping people define their needs, identify solutions to problems, and assert themselves through fostering trusting relationships and supporting their personal empowerment to reach their goals.
I have worked for over 19 years as a therapist with children, adolescents, families and adults in many different levels of care using art therapy, play therapy, experiential therapy, mindfulness, skills training and verbal therapy modalities. I have training and experience utilizing Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating and feeding disorders, mood dysregulation, developmental and cognitive disabilities, trauma and abuse, and navigating separation as well as divorce. My work experience includes some leading providers in healthcare including but not limited to Rogers Behavioral Health (formerly Rogers Memorial Hospital) in Oconomowoc and Madison, Wisconsin. I have also worked for Old Mill Center for Children and Families in Corvallis, Oregon and Timberlawn Mental Health in Dallas, Texas. You can also view my profile on Psychology Today.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com
Insurance Accepted: Group Health Cooperative (GHC), Optum/UHC, Cigna, Health Partners MN, WEA Trust, Humana Behavioral Health, Humana/Choice Care Network, The Alliance, UMR, Aetna, Multiplan, Health EOS, Dean with Multiplan, EAP services, Out of Network, Private Pay
Jon Helminick, BS
My name is Jonathan Helminick and I am a Clinical Counseling Intern at Synergos Counseling. I am a graduate student at Mount Mary University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin studying to receive a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I received my bachelor’s degree from Winona State University in Minnesota where I studied psychology. I enjoy the process of change and thrive working with others to overcome life’s obstacles in order to build a more fulfilling experience. Utilizing an eclectic approach of strength based and evidence based interactions, I work empathetically to create a safe and support environment for individuals seeking treatment.
I have worked for over five years with children and adolescents providing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy alongside clinicians using evidence-based treatment interventions. I have supported clients struggling with a wide range of psychiatric challenges including anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), mood disorders, and Tourette’s syndrome. Much of my training focuses on providing exposure based therapy through the use of Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) to support treatment goals and bolster self-efficacy as clients work towards higher independent functioning. Some of my additional strengths include the use of techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to support a wide range of emotional challenges and mood dysregulation. Much of my continued experience and training was achieved while working in a residential setting at Rogers Behavioral Health within their Adolescent Center for OCD and Anxiety as a Behavioral Specialist. I look forward to working with clients presenting with an array of goals to further widen my scope of practice and continue to learn more about the field of counseling.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com.
Jon's services will be offered at a reduced rate while supervised by fully licensed clinicians in addition to supervision with his Mt Mary clinical team. He will not be able to accept insurance at this time. Please inquiry with our office his rates by calling 608-405-5111.
I have worked for over five years with children and adolescents providing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy alongside clinicians using evidence-based treatment interventions. I have supported clients struggling with a wide range of psychiatric challenges including anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), mood disorders, and Tourette’s syndrome. Much of my training focuses on providing exposure based therapy through the use of Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) to support treatment goals and bolster self-efficacy as clients work towards higher independent functioning. Some of my additional strengths include the use of techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to support a wide range of emotional challenges and mood dysregulation. Much of my continued experience and training was achieved while working in a residential setting at Rogers Behavioral Health within their Adolescent Center for OCD and Anxiety as a Behavioral Specialist. I look forward to working with clients presenting with an array of goals to further widen my scope of practice and continue to learn more about the field of counseling.
To schedule an appointment, email ContactUs@synergoscounseling.com.
Jon's services will be offered at a reduced rate while supervised by fully licensed clinicians in addition to supervision with his Mt Mary clinical team. He will not be able to accept insurance at this time. Please inquiry with our office his rates by calling 608-405-5111.
Daniel Caroll, BS
My name is Daniel Caroll and I am a Clinical Support Specialist at Synergos Counseling. I support Synergos clinicians by providing psychoeducational information for clients receiving Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) as well as assistance building exposure hierarchies. I also provide admission and intake coordination as well as daily operational support/management. I received my Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse in Psychology. When working with clients I strive to cultivate a relaxed environment where information can be shared safely and effectively in support of positive change and ongoing growth.
I have worked for over 6 years with children, adolescents, and adults providing cognitive and behavioral support alongside clinicians using evidence-based treatment interventions for those struggling with anxiety and other related disorders such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I received extensive training with some of the leading researchers and clinicians at Rogers Memorial Hospital while working as a Behavior Specialist in the Adult OCD Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) as well as the Child and Adolescent OCD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. I developed a proficient understanding of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Model of anxiety and how to treat these debilitating disorders using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Additionally, I assisted on research projects in further assessing variables contributing to anxiety and other mental health disorders.
I have worked for over 6 years with children, adolescents, and adults providing cognitive and behavioral support alongside clinicians using evidence-based treatment interventions for those struggling with anxiety and other related disorders such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I received extensive training with some of the leading researchers and clinicians at Rogers Memorial Hospital while working as a Behavior Specialist in the Adult OCD Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) as well as the Child and Adolescent OCD Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. I developed a proficient understanding of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Model of anxiety and how to treat these debilitating disorders using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Additionally, I assisted on research projects in further assessing variables contributing to anxiety and other mental health disorders.
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