Michaela Livingston, L.P.C.

I am passionate about helping individuals create positive change and improve their overall well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression using evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I especially enjoy working with teens and adolescents, helping them navigate the unique challenges that come with growing up in today's world.

I take a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy, partnering with clients to identify their goals, build on their strengths and develop effective strategies for managing life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and I strive to help clients feel empowered, confident and capable of creating a life worth living.

Outside of work, I am a proud mom who enjoys spending time with my daughter, taking on DIY projects, running, traveling and finding new ways to challenge myself. I value personal growth and believe that some of life's most rewarding experiences come from stepping outside of our comfort zones and trying something new.

Education

• Bachelor's degree, Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Stout
• Master's degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Wisconsin-Stout

Certifications

• Licensed Professional Counselor
• Substance Abuse Counselor

• Adjusting to change and life transitions
• Adolescent behavioral concerns
• Anxiety
• Cognitive behavioral therapy
• Depression
• Dialectical behavioral therapy
• Post-traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD
• Stress management