Green Bay Counseling Clinic
Appointments: (920) 436-6800
Fax: (920) 432-5966
300 Crooks St.
Green Bay,
WI
54301
- About Us
- Specialties
- Treatment Areas
- Outcomes
Hours of Operation
Mondays & Tuesdays: 7:45am-5:00pm
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 7:45am-6:30pm
Fridays: 7:45am-2:30pm
The Green Bay Counseling Clinic provides a wide range of therapy services to help individuals and families address the challenges affecting their behavior and/or mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Our licensed therapists are all trained in Trauma-Informed Care and can assist with nearly any issue that you or your family may be facing. Our clinic offers individual, family, couples and group therapy. We also provide an array of evidence-based specialities.
The Counseling Clinic accepts most insurance plans, including private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid.
Release of Information Form (English)
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The Green Bay Counseling Clinic is proud to offer the following specialties. No referral required.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Our DBT therapists focus on skill building to assist each client with regulating their emotions while developing healthy relationships and connections. The ultimate goal of DBT is to eliminate suicidal thoughts and to help the client find a life worth living. DBT suggests a one year commitment. Clients participate in one individual session per week and attend a weekly DBT skills group every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. DBT skills group is offered to adults age 18 or older. (DBT Therapists: Vicky Coppens, Sarah Thiesfeld, and Shae Schartner)
- Transgender Certified Therapy – This specialty is for individuals who identify as transgender. The therapist acts as an advocate and provider who assists with bringing forth issues in a physically and emotionally safe environment. (Certified Transgender Therapist: Chelsea McGuire)
- Alcohol & Other Drug Addiction (AODA) – Our AODA therapist provides individual, outpatient therapy to anyone age 13 and older. She also provides therapy for OWI Driver Safety Plans. Clients should note that any urine drug testing that is needed will be done so at the client’s expense. (AODA Therapist: Tracy Schiesser)
- Trauma Focused: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – Assists children, adolescents, and their families in overcoming the negative effects of a traumatic event such as child abuse or neglect. (TF-CBT Therapists: Jalyssa Vanboxel and Daniela Santiago-Escamilla)
To schedule an appointment, please call (920) 436-6800.
The Green Bay Counseling Clinic can help with a variety of issues including:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Substance Abuse
- Parent-child conflict
- Attachment issues
- Sexual abuse treatment
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Anger Management
- Grief and loss
- ADHD
- Stress management
- Self-esteem
- Family counseling
- Marriage or couples therapy
Family Services’ Counseling Clinic is proud to rank in the top 10% of mental health care providers participating nationwide in the ACORN collaboration.
ACORN is an evidence-based practice of using patient reported outcomes based on questionnaires that each client completes. The helps us ensure high-quality, effective treatment.
We Welcome New Clients!
The Counseling Clinic of Family Services is proud to offer in-person and virtual therapy options at this time. Our professional therapists are currently accepting new clients and can help with a wide range of issues. To schedule an appointment, please call us at (920) 436-6800 in Green Bay or (920) 739-4226 in Menasha.
Green Bay Providers
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Vicky Coppens, MSW, LCSW
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Currently Not Accepting New Clients or InternsCurrent Position: Program Manager/Therapist
Joined Family Services: 1992
Degrees/Licenses:
- Masters Degree in Social Work from UW-Green Bay/UW-Oshkosh collaborative program
- Bachelor of Science Degrees in Psychology and Human Development from UW-Green Bay
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Experience:
Since 1992, Vicky has been working with children, adults and families in a variety of settings including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment, Community Treatment, In-Home Family Therapy and Outpatient.
Specialties:
Provides therapy for individuals (ages 4 to adult) on a variety of issues related to situational problem-solving and/or mental health. Helps individuals with affective disorders such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and chronic mental health. Also has an extensive background working with families on family/relationship issues, parenting challenges, anger management, abuse, and other major life changes and stress. Training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma-Informed Care.
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Jenna Dalgord, MSW, APSW, SAC-IT
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Current Position: Therapist In-Training
Joined Family Services: 2024
Degrees/Licenses:
- Masters Degree in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work- Northern Michigan University
- Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
Experience:
I have worked in the mental health field since 2018. I’ve worked with individuals from most walks of life, including but not limited to individuals struggling with their addictions or in their recovery, individuals struggling with homelessness, developmental disabilities, chronic mental illness, individuals who have committed sexual offenses, and more. I have worked in various settings, including inpatient, rehabilitation centers, group homes, outpatient facilities, and group facilitation. I have worked with clients 14 years old and older. I have had specialized training in cultural competence, ethics, motivational interviewing, mental health first aid, crisis interventions, and more.
Specialties:
I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with substance use disorders and mental health struggles ranging from depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I work alongside my clients to identify their goals and current roadblocks to reaching them. We then devise a plan to address those needs through various interventions utilizing skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed care, and more. I am also able to provide therapy and necessary requirements for individuals needing to complete a Driver Safety Plan.
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Jim Drake, MSE, NCC, LCSW
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Current Position: PsychotherapistJoined Family Services: 1987
Degrees/Licenses:
- MSE from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- National Board Certified Counselor (NCC)
Experience:
Over 19 years experience working with child, adolescent, adult and family therapy.
Specialties:
Works with adult and adolescent sex offenders, cognitive behavioral modification, and family therapy. Also works in the area of adolescent and adult male victims of sexual abuse, anger and violence management, criminal thinking, and related issues. Trained in Trauma-Informed Care.
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Chelsea McGuire, MAC, LPC
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Current Position: Outpatient TherapistJoined Family Services: 2008
Degrees/Licenses:
- Master’s Degree in Counseling from Lakeland College
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from St Norbert College
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Certified Transgender Care Therapist
Experience:
Over fifteen years of experience providing mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults in community settings including crisis center, outpatient and residential treatment. Actively involved with suicide education and prevention efforts in Brown County.
Specialties:
Works with clients, ages four to adult, presenting with mental health and behavioral concerns. Provides treatment related to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, trauma, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, grief and loss, relationship counseling, parent/child conflict, ADHD, and other life stressors. Trained in Trauma-Informed Care.
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Daniela Santiago Escamilla, LPC-IT
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Current Position: Outpatient Therapist and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center TherapistJoined Family Services: 2020
Degrees/Licenses
- Bachelors Degree in Psychology – Ripon College
- Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Lakeland University
- Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT)
Experience
Has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in community settings including intensive in-home and group therapy in addition to outpatient. Has previous experience providing medical advocacy, legal advocacy, crisis counseling, child sexual abuse prevention, and survivor support groups. Involved in efforts to increase awareness of mental health and services available to the Hispanic population in Brown County.
Specialties
Provides therapy to individuals ages 4 and up on a variety of issues related to challenging behaviors, parenting, mental health disorders, self-esteem, abuse (sexual, physical, and emotional), depression, anxiety, grief and loss, cross-cultural adjustment issues, and other stressful life events. Therapy modalities used are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness. Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Evidence-Based Assessments (EBA), and Trauma Informed Care (TIC).
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Tracy Schiesser, CSW, LPC-IT, SAC-IT
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Current Position: Outpatient TherapistJoined Family Services: 2009
Degrees/Licenses
- Bachelors Degree in Social Work from University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
- Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lakeland University
- Licensed Certified Social Worker (CSW)
- Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT)
- Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor in Training (SAC-IT)
Experience
I have over 20 years working in the mental health field. I have worked with people experiencing homelessness, abuse, developmental disabilities, and chronic mental illness. In my counseling role I will be working with individuals and families ages 4-adult with mental health or substance use concerns /challenges. I have had specialized trainings in AMSR, Ethics, Cultural Competency, Pregnancy and Loss, and many others. I am certified in DBT and have Trauma Informed Care Certificates.
Specialties
I work side by side with clients and I employ culturally competent, trauma-informed approaches and strategies to diagnose, treat, and support clients and their families to achieve progress and meet their personal goals. I am also able to provide therapy and necessary requirements for individuals needing to complete a Driver Safety Plan.
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Jalyssa Vanboxel, MSW, APSW
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Current Position: Outpatient Therapist and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center Therapist
Joined Family Services: 2022
Degrees/Licenses:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from UW-Green Bay
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from UW-Green Bay
- Advance Practice Social Worker (APSW)
Experience:
Has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, and mental health issues. Also has provided case management to children in child protective services. Skilled at helping families transition through reunification while guiding healthy development and resources for the family.
Specialties:
Provides therapy for individuals (ages 7 to adult) on a variety of issues related to behavioral concerns, mental health disorders, self-esteem, abuse & trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other stressful life events. Utilizes principles of Trauma informed care, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, and Person-Centered therapy to teach health communication skills, coping skills and anger management strategies. Jalyssa is also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
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Phoenix Van Laanen, MSW, LCSW
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Current Position: Outpatient TherapistJoined Family Services: 2023
Degrees/Licenses
- Masters in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
- Bachelors in Social Work, UW-Green Bay
- Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Experience
Has 7 years of experience providing mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults in community, in-home, and outpatient settings.
Specialties
Provides therapy services to individuals age 5 to 95 who are struggling with topics relating to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQIA+ and gender identity concerns, family, stress, life transitions, and interpersonal issues. Utilizes a client-focused mix of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness to best support individuals in meeting their goals.
Experiencing a Crisis?
If you or someone you know is experiencing an acute mental or emotional crisis and needs immediate help, please visit our Crisis Center page to find services in your area.
FAQs
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Is there a waiting list for traditional outpatient therapy?
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No. We are typically able to offer a first appointment a week or less.
Our DBT skills group does have a waitlist at time. When this happens, we ask that you call to be put on the waitlist. We will contact you at least one month in advance to set up pre-treatment sessions.
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Do you accept insurance through Medicare, Medicaid, and/or Badger Care?
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Yes. Most private insurance is also accepted.
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Does the Green Bay Counseling Clinic have therapists who work with children and families?
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Yes. We have therapists who see children as young as 3 years old and their families.