I, Chris (he/him), grew up in Green Bay and have since moved to western Wisconsin. I am grateful for the opportunity to work here at OMFTC and appreciate the flexibility (as I am 95% virtual only) it provides as my significant other and I raise our two children.

My therapeutic orientation is integrative from various modalities—Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman, Solution-Focused, Narrative, Internal Family Systems, Feminist, Sex Therapy (Kink/BDSM positive), and many more to fit the needs of my clients.

I am passionate about working with all relationship styles (i.e. consensual non-monogamous, monogamous) through their relationship dynamics. Therapy is working collaboratively to help you establish the goals for the change you desire. I also enjoy working with families and individuals as well. I believe in being honest and creating a safe space for all who come to see me.

I also enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community as well as being an advocate within this community. I have experience writing letters of recommendation for gender-affirming care/surgery and navigating through the socio-political-systemic issues that arise in these areas.

I am neurodivergent (ADHD) and enjoy psychoeducation and navigating relationships where one or many people are neurodivergent. With that being said, I am currently getting certified to be an ADHD Clinical Service Provider.

I am pursuing my doctorate in marriage and family therapy specializing in couples therapy through National University. In my free time, I enjoy camping, playing volleyball, trying new hobbies, spending time with my family and two dogs. I also was a volunteer with WAMFT both in the Advocacy Subcommittee and as Treasurer for several years.

I am excited to join the OMFTC team! I grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with residences in Texas and Wisconsin.

I have served in several states as a professional behavioral health care provider with 25+ years in premarital and marriage counseling, social work, community service, casework management, family support advocacy, court-ordered juvenile remediation, adolescent at-risk intervention, and crisis intervention.

My collaborative, client-centered professional approach is with a biblical orientation and an evidence-based perspective of honoring and taking the client’s concerns to heart. Using Bowen family systems theory and solution-focused therapy, integrated with an eclectic therapeutic approach as interventions for change, I focus on treating the whole person by considering emotional, behavioral, contextual, and spiritual needs.

Clients can achieve healing, reconciliation, and solutions to their problems. We are formed and transformed by our experiences and relationships, and we must consider their impact on our past as we contemplate our purpose in life.

I am passionate about counseling from a social and eclectic perspective. My passion for counseling is based on its unique ability to be instrumental in assisting clients from all walks of life. EMDR weekend 1 and 2 trainings have been completed.

Through all of life’s transitions, with hope, healing, and regaining mental and emotional balance, each client can engage and enhance their inner strengths to develop the learned behaviors and skills fundamental to a meaningful and productive life.

I enjoy creating new ideas for arts and crafts during my downtime, and my bucket list is all about the beach. Insurance should cover beach therapy. There is something about sand, water, and jazz that calms the soul. We are empty nesters doing life to the fullest and enjoying long road trips. I am a Packer and Bucks fan to the end.

I am happy to have joined the therapists of OMFTC! I look forward to working with those in the community who are experiencing challenges in their marriage, family, relationships, or issues in their personal life. I strive to provide a client-focused and supportive atmosphere while utilizing an integrated therapy approach. This promotes addressing not only the needs of a family or couple, but also the individual, including children.

After decades of working and volunteering in supportive positions at abuse shelters, church programs, and school programs helping those facing various life challenges, I decided to take the journey to a formal education that would provide me with the ability to work more effectively with those I am passionate about helping.

I started my academic journey at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh where I received a Bachelor of Science in Human Services. I am currently finishing my Master of Marriage and Family Therapy through Abilene Christian University, with a focus on treating trauma.

I like to spend my free time with my family and friends. I enjoy many creative activities, but baking and cake decorating are my favorite hobbies. I also appreciate a good book or movie.

My interest in human relationships and personal growth began in early adulthood and has shaped my professional path ever since. Over the years, I developed a deep appreciation for both intrapersonal and interpersonal dynamics while
serving families as a local church pastor. Through that work, I discovered a strong calling to help couples, families, and individuals thrive as they navigate life’s complexities.

This passion led me to earn a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, allowing me to fully dedicate my work to supporting people in meaningful and lasting change.

I recognize that building a healthy marriage or family can be challenging, and understanding our own internal patterns is not always easy. I am comfortable working with intense emotions and supporting clients who are motivated for growth and change. My goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative space
where clients feel understood, challenged, and empowered as they move toward healthier relationships and greater personal well-being.

I have been married for nearly 40 years and have one married daughter and three young grandchildren who bring great joy to our lives. My wife and I enjoy spending time together both in the city and outdoors. Depending on the day, you may find me enjoying a restaurant in downtown Appleton, working in our farm fields, or spending time riding horses and being in nature. Regardless of the activity, time spent with people I care about is what I value most.

Hello! My name is Vineca (pronounced Vanessa), and I am an LPC-IT intern at the wonderful family here at OMFTC! I attended UW-O as an undergraduate, earning my degree in Psychology and minoring in sociology. I graduated from UW-O’s master’s degree program in Clinical Mental Health. I am working on my 3,000 hours for licensure as a professionally licensed counselor in the state of Wisconsin.

Because of my own life’s experiences, I would love to help those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities who feel that they may dance to the beat of their own drum but are hesitant to find the ways and the confidence to do so.

My areas of interest are helping clients learn what their own story is, who and how they fit into the world, how they fit in with friends and other relationship groups, and what it all means for them. Clinically, my areas of focus are cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and client-centered holistic therapy.

I live in a big household with many fur babies, currently 11! I like to spend time tending to my house plants and my garden when Wisconsin weather permits, taking walks, hiking and finding culinary mushrooms, working on my art projects, and watching funny let’s-play videos on YouTube, as well as true crime and psychoeducational podcasts. I also love reading memoirs and existential fiction and literature.

My name is Alyssa. I am a graduated student of Northwestern University enrolled in their Master of Science Mental Health Counseling program. I have applied for my in-training license with Wisconsin.

I am excited to continue my licensure hours under Oshkosh Marriage and Family Therapy Center. I have two wonderful children and you may get to meet my dog Henry, who enjoys visiting at the office.

I grew up in Northfield, MN and have spent time with my wife and two kids living in a few different states now, but it is great to be back in the Midwest, and especially back in the state where my mother was born and raised.

I am currently pursuing my Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Liberty University but have also served as a hospital chaplain for over 20 years, board certified through the APC. I am also a member of CSI Rho Eta Nu Gamma chapter with Liberty University.

The modalities that interest me the most are narrative therapy and solution-focused therapy. My goal as a counselor is to help people find their inherent dignity and discover their unique life story, and I am open to faith-based sessions as well.

I enjoy working with all age groups and my goal with you is to provide a safe space where your story can be told, heard, and understood.

I am married with two children, one who will start high school this fall and the other who is a junior at UWO, as well as a golden-lab mix dog named Brophy and a cat, Olive. When I have time to re-energize I like to take walks, read, travel, perhaps kayak, and volunteer with World Relief.

Therapy with me is a safe place to bring the overwhelming, confusing, and messy parts of life. Maybe you’re living with stress and anxiety that feels constant, stuck in relationship struggles that leave you drained, or carrying pain from the past that still feels heavy.

Whatever brings you to therapy, we’ll work together to notice what is and isn’t working. My background as both an educator and a parent in a neurodivergent household helps me offer both understanding and practical tools you can use in daily life.

I have a special interest in supporting clients navigating marriage and parenting challenges, infertility, adoption, and the impact of trauma. I’m often described as compassionate, grounded, and easy to talk to, which is exactly how I want therapy to feel.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and four children, and am in the process of training my puppy, Adora, as she grows into her role as a future therapy dog.

Hello! My name is Andrew, and I am an LPC-IT intern, currently attending the University of Wisconsin – Superior. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh with a bachelor’s degree in Human Services Leadership and have extensive experience working with people experiencing mental health challenges, domestic abuse, family challenges, and financial challenges.

I’ve worked with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people who are neurodivergent, trafficking survivors, trauma survivors and people with disabilities. My
goal is to create an environment that is inclusive and a service that is individualized to meet each person’s needs. I believe a person holds the ability to heal, and a supportive
and non-judgmental environment is needed to allow healing to take place.

Client empowerment is an essential aspect of my approach. I believe a strong, collaborative approach allows clients to experience personal growth. My methodology is influenced by cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy concepts, but I strive to customize my approach to best fit each client.

I lived in the Oshkosh area for over 30 years and I’m familiar with the unique challenges facing the community. I hold a deep understanding of the concerns and obstacles facing people and families. I’m committed to helping community members develop practical solutions and providing support to reach their goals.

I have five cats who make my home interesting. I also enjoy going for walks, spending time outdoors, playing video games and watching movies.