- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- Grief and loss
About Terri
Terri Wilkens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin with 30 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem problems. Terri also focuses on issues that arise from blended families, body image, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.
Her approach is straightforward and person-centered. She uses methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Client-Centered Therapy to address practical patterns. Sessions typically involve talking through current problems, practicing skills to manage strong emotions, and identifying beliefs that keep old patterns active.
Terri emphasizes clear communication and problem solving. She helps people notice how family roles and expectations from childhood still shape adult behavior. Work may include improving communication, setting boundaries, or addressing guilt and shame tied to family dynamics.
For people coping with loss or panic symptoms, she combines skill practice with space to talk about what happened. When relationship strain is part of the problem, sessions look at emotional responses and ways to shift interaction patterns.
To get started clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Approach-focused online sessions
Terri uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where family expectations feel limiting.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change thinking patterns that feed worry or low self-esteem. CBT offers concrete techniques for panic, mood problems, and repetitive negative thoughts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences and adjust as therapy moves forward. This is meant to be a collaborative choice rather than a preset plan.
The practical advantages of online work include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time. Please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to attend brief check-ins, schedule therapy around caregiving or work, and return to skill practice between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem issues. Additional focuses include blended family matters, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centered, practical style that emphasizes clear communication and skill practice. Sessions combine talking through problems with exercises to manage emotions and change patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional work experience as a Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That reflects long-term practice with a range of concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Wisconsin and practices out of that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the signup process.
What steps are needed to begin?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Looking for someone else? Find them by surname.