John Pesch

I take a person‑centered approach and treat each individual with unconditional positive regard. You can expect to be fully respected, accepted, and supported without judgment. I am committed to walking alongside patients through the process of healing and self‑discovery while providing a safe, therapeutic environment.

I view therapy as a collaborative journey — one that enhances self‑awareness, opens new perspectives, and builds personal strengths for a more fulfilling and positive life. I believe mental wellness is rooted in one simple idea: our world is shaped by how we communicate with ourselves and how we communicate with others.

My integrated approach draws from several evidence‑based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT), and Solution‑Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). My professional background includes outpatient behavioral health, in‑school mental health counseling, and crisis intervention.

Education

• Bachelor's degree, Psychology and Philosophy, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
• Master's degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Viterbo University

Internship

• Mental Health Counseling, Grace Counseling & Family Services

Certification

• Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Wisconsin

Memberships

• American Counseling Association
• Chi Sigma Iota
• Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society International
• National Board for Certified Counselors

• Anxiety disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Depressive disorders
• Grief and bereavement
• Integrated behavioral health
• Life transitions
• Mindfulness