- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Blended family issues
About Terri
Terri Wilkens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with 30 years of professional experience. She helps people manage stress and anxiety, work through relationship concerns, respond to trauma and abuse, and cope with grief and loss. Her focus also includes self-esteem and blended family issues.
Terri keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She listens first, then helps people name what matters most and try small steps to change what feels stuck. Conversations often include skills for handling strong emotions and patterns that get in the way of better communication.
Her work draws on several established approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their values and take committed action toward them. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) techniques are used when relationships and connection are central concerns.
Terri aims to help people in everyday terms rather than jargon. She encourages straightforward problem-solving, practicing skills between sessions, and checking what is or is not working. That practical rhythm helps people make steady changes over time.
Over three decades she has supported diverse adults facing midlife transitions, caregiving stress, divorce and separation, and struggles with guilt, shame, or isolation. Prospective clients are encouraged to use the site’s matching steps to schedule an initial session and see if her style fits.
Approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and then take small actions that align with what they care about. This approach can help with anxiety, stress, and values-driven choices in blended family situations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical skills for spotting unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviors, which is useful for panic, mood concerns, and communication difficulties. Finding the right approach is part of working together. The therapist will discuss options and recommend methods based on the client’s goals, needs, and preferences. This is a collaborative process that may blend techniques to match what feels most helpful. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking because the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can fit into busy days by avoiding travel and making scheduling simpler. They can also allow shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require being on camera, depending on the format offered. Ask about session length and format when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match your day-to-day needs.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem issues. Additional areas include blended family issues, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational. She listens, helps name patterns, and suggests skills to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional experience in clinical practice. That background includes work with mood concerns, panic, and post-traumatic stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Wisconsin. Her practice is located in Wisconsin.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Use the site’s matching steps to check which session types are available.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That initiates the site’s matching and booking flow.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.