Sharon Barger, Ph.D., LCSW, LPC, CRS, CADC
Background
Dr. Sharon Barger earned a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from University of Wisconsin- Madison.
Specialties
Specializes in: Eating disorders, marital counseling, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, addictions,
anger management, coming out, domestic violence, grief/loss, trauma, self-esteem, coping skills, disability, weight loss, women’s issues, stress management, adoption and foster children/families.
Modes of Treatment
Utilizes: Behavioral techniques, imagery, self-management, cognitive restructuring,
and problem solving skills.
Accomplishments
30+ years experience counseling, advocacy, and supervision.
State Certified Rehabilitation Specialist.
Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor.
Background
Dr. Sharon Barger earned a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from University of Wisconsin- Madison.
Specialties
Specializes in: Eating disorders, marital counseling, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, addictions,
anger management, coming out, domestic violence, grief/loss, trauma, self-esteem, coping skills, disability, weight loss, women’s issues, stress management, adoption and foster children/families.
Modes of Treatment
Utilizes: Behavioral techniques, imagery, self-management, cognitive restructuring,
and problem solving skills.
Accomplishments
30+ years experience counseling, advocacy, and supervision.
State Certified Rehabilitation Specialist.
Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor.
Steven A. Elkind, Ph.D.
Background
Dr. Steven A. Elkind, received a doctorate degree from the California School of Professional Psychology - Los Angeles in 1976. He has worked in California, New York and the Midwest with a wide variety of outpatient and inpatient populations. Dr. Elkind is a private practitioner in the Madison area providing direct services and consultation to individuals and organizations since 1999. He works with individuals, adolescents and has a particular interest in couples work. His work emphasizes how awareness and choice create the adventure of living.
Modes of Treatment
Steven utilizes individual therapy , group therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and marriage therapy.
Specialties
Steven specializes in marriage counseling, anger management, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, addiction, stress management, trauma, self- esteem, men's issues, career counseling and disability.
Accomplishments
30+ years practicing psychology.
Background
Dr. Steven A. Elkind, received a doctorate degree from the California School of Professional Psychology - Los Angeles in 1976. He has worked in California, New York and the Midwest with a wide variety of outpatient and inpatient populations. Dr. Elkind is a private practitioner in the Madison area providing direct services and consultation to individuals and organizations since 1999. He works with individuals, adolescents and has a particular interest in couples work. His work emphasizes how awareness and choice create the adventure of living.
Modes of Treatment
Steven utilizes individual therapy , group therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and marriage therapy.
Specialties
Steven specializes in marriage counseling, anger management, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, addiction, stress management, trauma, self- esteem, men's issues, career counseling and disability.
Accomplishments
30+ years practicing psychology.
Mary Farmer-Oren, Occupational Therapist
Background
Mary Farmer- Oren earned an associate degree in occupational therapy. Mary has been providing direct services and consultation to individuals and organizations since 1980.
Modes of Treatment
Coordinates and case manages referrals, providing resource information if additional services are needed.
Specialties
30+ years of work in Mental Health.
Background
Mary Farmer- Oren earned an associate degree in occupational therapy. Mary has been providing direct services and consultation to individuals and organizations since 1980.
Modes of Treatment
Coordinates and case manages referrals, providing resource information if additional services are needed.
Specialties
- Service Facilitation
- Physical health monitoring
- Individual skill development
- Knowledgeable in working with the disabled and mental health population
30+ years of work in Mental Health.
Tammy Zinser-Minocha, MS in Community Counseling
Background
Tammy Zinser- Minocha earned a Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Specialties
Individual counseling (from adolescents to adults), abuse, anxiety, coping skills, gender, transgender, women’s issues, vocational/job coaching, career assessment, self-esteem issues, work-life balance, trauma, chronic illness, grief/loss, disabilities, adjustment disorders, domestic violence, stress management, preparing for and managing life transitions.
Accomplishments
15+ years providing counseling services.
Licensed Professional Counselor.
Certified Career Management Coach.
Background
Tammy Zinser- Minocha earned a Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Specialties
Individual counseling (from adolescents to adults), abuse, anxiety, coping skills, gender, transgender, women’s issues, vocational/job coaching, career assessment, self-esteem issues, work-life balance, trauma, chronic illness, grief/loss, disabilities, adjustment disorders, domestic violence, stress management, preparing for and managing life transitions.
- Modes of Treatment
Solution-focused therapy, humanistic counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, career counseling techniques, and psycho-education.
Accomplishments
15+ years providing counseling services.
Licensed Professional Counselor.
Certified Career Management Coach.
Galina Emmerich, Licensed Professional Counselor
Background
Galina earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Masters degree in Counseling. She is pursuing an education and international training in Gestalt Psychotherapy. Her experience of emigrating to the United States from Bulgaria in 2004, forms her understanding of clients' diverse experiences. Galina has previously worked with juvenile offenders. She is currently supporting youth and adults experiencing mental health challenges. She works with adolescents and adults to help identify their goals, prioritize their efforts, and take concrete steps in achieving them. Galina helps clients build confidence to overcome the internal and external obstacles. Galina prioritizes her clients needs and their dreams. She advocates for her clients and explores the best ways to support them in all aspects of their lives. She enjoys working with clients in community settings.
Specialties
Individual therapy for adolescents to adults.
Service facilitation.
Individual skill development.
Individual and family psychoeducation.
Advocate, mentor and wellness management and recovery.
Languages
English, Bulgarian, Serbian and American Sign Language
Accomplishments
International Gestalt Psychotherapy - Cyprus, Europe 2023.
International Gestalt Therapy- Poland, Europe.
International Honor Society in Psychology.
Gestalt Therapy - Madison, Wisconsin.
Gestalt Therapy - Italy, Europe.
6 years of work with juvenile young adults - Advocate and Mentor.
7 years of work as case management / service facilitation and psychoeducation.
Background
Galina earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Masters degree in Counseling. She is pursuing an education and international training in Gestalt Psychotherapy. Her experience of emigrating to the United States from Bulgaria in 2004, forms her understanding of clients' diverse experiences. Galina has previously worked with juvenile offenders. She is currently supporting youth and adults experiencing mental health challenges. She works with adolescents and adults to help identify their goals, prioritize their efforts, and take concrete steps in achieving them. Galina helps clients build confidence to overcome the internal and external obstacles. Galina prioritizes her clients needs and their dreams. She advocates for her clients and explores the best ways to support them in all aspects of their lives. She enjoys working with clients in community settings.
Specialties
Individual therapy for adolescents to adults.
Service facilitation.
Individual skill development.
Individual and family psychoeducation.
Advocate, mentor and wellness management and recovery.
Languages
English, Bulgarian, Serbian and American Sign Language
Accomplishments
International Gestalt Psychotherapy - Cyprus, Europe 2023.
International Gestalt Therapy- Poland, Europe.
International Honor Society in Psychology.
Gestalt Therapy - Madison, Wisconsin.
Gestalt Therapy - Italy, Europe.
6 years of work with juvenile young adults - Advocate and Mentor.
7 years of work as case management / service facilitation and psychoeducation.
Greg Koehler, MS in Guidance and Counseling
Background
15 years of work in the Mental Health Field.
10 years of work in the Occupational Health Field.
12 years building and facilitating Ropes Courses for Experiential Therapy for adults and kids.
Background
- Greg earned a Masters of Guidance & Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, psycho-educational therapy, problem-solving, stress management and assertiveness training.
- Individual counseling (10 years old to adults), couples, family therapy, marital counseling, depression, trauma, men's issues, anger management, anxiety, job coaching and job support.
15 years of work in the Mental Health Field.
10 years of work in the Occupational Health Field.
12 years building and facilitating Ropes Courses for Experiential Therapy for adults and kids.
Catherine Muich, MS in Marriage and Family Therapy-IT
Background
Catherine earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Olaf College. She holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College. Catherine works with individuals, children/teens, couples and families.
Specialties
She provides Psychotherapy and the following CCS services; Service Facilitation, Individual Skills Development, ISD/Family Psychoeducation. Catherine works with people with disabilities, ADHD, aging, anxiety, autism, bipolar, couples/marriage therapy, depression, family therapy, LGBTQIA/gender issues, life-stage transitions.
Modes of Treatment
She uses a strengths-based approach, Solution-focused, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness and Somatic techniques.
Accomplishments
Catherine is a presenter in the field of mental health and impacts on families with children with disabilities. 25+ years working with people with disabilities.
Background
Catherine earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Olaf College. She holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College. Catherine works with individuals, children/teens, couples and families.
Specialties
She provides Psychotherapy and the following CCS services; Service Facilitation, Individual Skills Development, ISD/Family Psychoeducation. Catherine works with people with disabilities, ADHD, aging, anxiety, autism, bipolar, couples/marriage therapy, depression, family therapy, LGBTQIA/gender issues, life-stage transitions.
Modes of Treatment
She uses a strengths-based approach, Solution-focused, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness and Somatic techniques.
Accomplishments
Catherine is a presenter in the field of mental health and impacts on families with children with disabilities. 25+ years working with people with disabilities.
Mia Galang, Comprehensive Community Services Provider
Background
Mia Galang earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from Carroll University. She has experience working with
individuals in inpatient and residential settings, specifically with adolescents experiencing mental health and behavioral
challenges. Mia has experience providing trauma-informed care and is well versed in dialectical behavioral therapy and
cognitive behavioral skills. She is an outspoken advocate for mental health and ending the stigma around mental health.
Specialties
Mia currently provides services through CCS including service facilitation, individual skill development, and psycho-
education. She has professional experience working with survivors of violence, individuals with autism, ADD/ADHD, and
learning disabilities. Mia is a LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.
Abigail Gage, MS in Marriage and Family Therapy-IT
Background
Abigail Gage earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Maine at Farmington. While volunteering as a facilitator for pandemic and grief support groups, they became certified as a Grief Support Specialist. They returned to school and now hold a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College.
Modes of Treatment
Abigail takes a strengths-based approach to the following modalities: Solution-focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Specialties
As a CCS provider, Abigail delivers service facilitation, individual skills development, psycho-education, and psychotherapy. They also provide individual and relational psychotherapy for people coping with grief, anxiety,
depression, anger issues, and the stresses of life-stage transitions. Abigail is a LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.
Background
Abigail Gage earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Maine at Farmington. While volunteering as a facilitator for pandemic and grief support groups, they became certified as a Grief Support Specialist. They returned to school and now hold a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College.
Modes of Treatment
Abigail takes a strengths-based approach to the following modalities: Solution-focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Specialties
As a CCS provider, Abigail delivers service facilitation, individual skills development, psycho-education, and psychotherapy. They also provide individual and relational psychotherapy for people coping with grief, anxiety,
depression, anger issues, and the stresses of life-stage transitions. Abigail is a LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.
Office Staff
Mary Olson
Office Manager
Letitia Tomaszewski
Office Manager - In Training
Jenny Studee
Office Assistant
Office Manager
Letitia Tomaszewski
Office Manager - In Training
Jenny Studee
Office Assistant
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