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OUR TEAM

Daniella Aranda-Pino, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Location: Cedarburg, West Allis

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Daniella’s educational background includes holding a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UW-Milwaukee’s Graduate Program while also holding a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She is passionate about helping people find true clarity and confidence in themselves by providing an interactive, warm and accepting space. She knows that asking for help can kick up a lot of fear, but is committed to helping people find healthy perceptions of themselves through self-understanding and self-compassion. Daniella strongly believes that when it comes to therapy, people know themselves better than anyone which means she sees therapy as a joint venture where our knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions best suited for you. She believes that there is no single approach that is the right one for every individual so she incorporates different approaches such as strength-based, collaborative, and person centered, along with using CBT interventions.

Paige Barger, MS, LPC

Therapist

Location: Cedarburg and West Allis

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Paige is passionate about creating an accepting, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for clients to share their individual stories and address life’s challenges. Paige approaches the therapeutic process from a person-centered framework and integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness techniques to foster self-awareness, understanding, and personal growth. She views therapy as a collaborative and unique journey for each individual and partners with clients to build on their inner strengths, help them navigate challenging thoughts, emotions, patterns, and situations, and enhance their well-being. Paige’s areas of interest include anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress management, women’s issues, and grief and loss.   

Anni Cox-Lowry, MSW, LCSW

Therapist

Location: West Allis

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Anni has been providing counseling services to the Waukesha community since 2003.  She works with patients addressing a wider variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, as well as separation and divorce.  She provides compassionate, comprehensive care to individuals, couples and familites using a systemic approach, which focuses on strengths and resiliencies.  Anni is a Family Systems trained therapist who utilizes Solution Focused therapy.  Anni is also EMDR certified (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and has done much work with the Women's Center of Waukesha focusing on physical and sexual abuse.  Anni has taught graduate level courses in counseling at Mount Mary University and continues to supervise interns from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee and Alverno College.

James Eiff, MSW, LCSW

Therapist

Locations: Telehealth

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James works with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, couples, and family therapy. From small private practices to large psychiatric treatment institutions like Rogers Memorial Hospital, he has cultivated experience working with diverse clientele in a variety of treatment settings and has lead therapy groups focused on trauma, anger management, personality disorders, depression, and anxiety.  James graduated with his Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with concentrations in behavioral and physical health and trauma therapy.  He has provided consultation for programming revision in the areas of trauma and personality disorders and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Waukesha.  James’ eclectic approach to therapy draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, dialectical behavior therapy, positive psychology, and solution focused therapy.  In 2007, he traveled to southern India to study coping strategies used by survivors of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami.  Always amazed by resiliency of the human spirit, James employs a strength-based approach that looks at all behaviors as adaptive and seeks to avoid judgmental attitudes that prevent greater understanding, a requisite for sustainable positive change.

Becca Heppe, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Locations: Milwaukee and Cedarburg

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Becca is a dedicated individual that values a collaborative relationship with clients. Becca’s educational background includes holding a Master of Science in Professional Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health from Mount Mary University and a Bachelor of Arts in
Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She understands seeking help can be challenging and is amplified for members of marginalized communities and works to create a non-judgmental, accepting, and affirming environment for clients of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, religions, and disability factors. Becca tailors the treatment approach to the client and their goals. She utilizes an integrative approach that includes person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed interventions, and other treatment
modalities to create a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients. Becca works with adolescents and adults and has interests in depression, anxiety, trauma, women’s issues, and mood disorders. She believes a safe, warm, nurturing environment is critical to the success of the therapeutic relationship and focuses on utilizing client strengths to assist them in building their own resilience, self-understanding, and self-compassion.

Jane Jaszewski, MSW, APSW, LMFT

Therapist

Locations: Milwaukee and West Allis

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Jane holds a Masters in Social Work and is a Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker with a license in Marriage and Family Therapy. She received her degree through the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee and completed post graduate training at the Family Therapy Training Institute through Aurora Family Service in Milwaukee. Jane is certified and licensed by the State of Wisconsin and provides adult individual and couples counseling as well as family therapy. She believes the goal of therapy is to obtain a good working knowledge of inner resources so as to build upon natural abilities and instill a sense of hope. Her treatment approach uses a blend of psycho-educational, cognitive-behavioral and related therapeutic models to treat anxiety, depression, personal and interpersonal issues. Jane also draws from various skill sets to help clients develop healthy relationships and coping skills. She also addresses grief issues and matters of faith that may impact psychological and emotional well being.

Alex Kloety, APSW

Therapist

Location: West Bend

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A crucial step toward building any strong relationship is establishing trust.  Alex believes that a successful Client/Therapist collaboration is formed on a foundation of trust which includes good rapport, an understanding that the Client is the compass and the session will go in the direction they choose.  Alex has experience working in a residential treatment facility working with those who struggled with substance use disorders as well as working with teens experiencing various mental health challenges.  He believes that his education, previous experience and his personal life has helped him to better utilize various treatment modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Logos Therapy.  Alex has also received specialist training in Brainspotting which locates points in the Client's visual field that help to access unprocessed trauma in the subcortical brain.  His therapeutic interests include sexuality and gender identity, trauma, teens and young adults aged 11 years and older.  Alex also utilizes a therapy dog by the name of Higgins.  Higgins serves the dual purpose of acting as Alex's guide dog (Alex lost 90% of his vision when he was 20 years old) as well as helping Client's cope and feel at ease with the therapeutic process.  However, Higgins need not be present if the Client has a preference.

Laura Lamont, MSW, LCSW

Therapist

Locations: West Allis

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I specialize in providing counseling to adults ages eighteen and up. I am dedicated to providing you with a positive therapy experience. My office is welcoming and relaxed, where you can discuss what you are thinking and feeling without fear of judgement.  My goal is to help you regain a new sense of hope, purpose and direction in your life. My approach with clients includes teaching new skills, building on existing strengths, and facilitation of new thoughts and feelings through creative expression. While listening carefully to your story, I can help you to create a plan to tackle what concerns you the most. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit Disorder, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Parenting Concerns.

Yadi Lopez, APSW - IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Location: West Allis

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I have a Masters in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. I am a Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker. I have experience working with adults, family, and elderly. My goal is to provide the best therapeutic experience for my clients taking into account all aspects of identity and culture. Theoretical orientation: I believe that it is important to tailor therapy to specific individuals, settings and presenting concerns. Therefore, I view my theoretical orientation as integrative with my foundation grounded on person-centered, feminism, and multiculturalism. I consider the therapeutic relationship to be the most important factor in the healing process. I strive to create a warm, supportive, and collaborative environment. I empower patients to utilize their strengths to make desired changes.

I address cultural variables such as race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender, and spiritual beliefs not as independent variables but as intersecting identities that are all working together to influence the experiences of individuals. I am bilingual/bicultural and can speak Spanish.

Auri Luna, MS, LPC, NCC

Therapist

Location: West Allis

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Auri holds a Master of Science in Counseling from Mount Mary University, licensed counselor and a board-certified counselor. Auri has been providing counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, mood disorders, phase-of-life and stress management. Using a person-centered approach has allowed for Auri to build a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients, encourage clients for lasting changes and maintain for continued growth. Auri provides a welcoming and genuine therapeutic environment for clients to heal, process, and explore life’s challenges. 

Eileen Luther, MA, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Location: Cedarburg and West Allis

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Eileen is passionate about providing a safe place that offers unconditional positive regard, compassion and understanding to all clients. She uses a collaborative but organized approach with clients in order to create a feeling of empowerment to find peace and fulfillment in life. Eileen provides child centered therapy for ages 5 to 10 utilizing play therapy techniques and art therapy techniques, and for ages 10 and up utilizes a collaborative and strength based approach that is individualized to each person and their needs. She has experience working with people who struggle with PTSD, Complex/Developmental trauma, adoption/foster care history, Anxiety, managing anger, LGBTQIA+ needs and major life transitions.  In addition to CBT interventions, Eileen also utilizes somatic techniques and mindfulness to help handle what you are facing. 

Heather Mundschau, MSW, APSW

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Location: West Bend and Cedarburg

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I have over 25 years of experience in physical and behavioral healthcare,
serving persons at all stages of life through a wide variety of modalities. I
received my Master of Social Work degree with additional Trauma
Certificate from Widener University. I am passionate about meeting each
person where they are, without judgement. I utilize an individualized,
empathetic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, flexible approach, and it is
important to me to co-create a safe environment for exploration and healing. Areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem/self-confidence, LGBTQIA+, gender identity, chronic illness (particularly extensive experience with HIV+/AIDS), end-of-life concerns, PTSD/PTSS, Veterans/Military servicepersons and families, first responders, trauma, body dysmorphia, career exploration and transition, caregiving, adoption/foster care (adults and children on all sides of the foster/adoption spectrum) and much more. I serve persons of all ages (3 years old +), specializing in teens/adolescents, adults & seniors.

Dr. Joy Myers, PhD, CSAC

Co-Director and Therapist

Locations: Cedarburg, West Allis and West Bend

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Dr. Myers has a PhD in educational psychology. Since 1982, she has been working with individuals, couples and families. She specializes in issues related to ongoing recovery including eating disorders, childhood physical abuse, goal setting, adoptee issues and budget counseling.  In addition, she has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating depression, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and grief. She has expertise in working with individuals who have suffered crisis, grief and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder.  Dr. Myers is Semi-Retired.

Rhea Ortman, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Location: West Allis and Milwaukee

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Rhea is a compassionate individual who is dedicated to the healing journeys of survivors who have been through trauma. She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and is certified in trauma informed care. She has experience working with adult clients from various backgrounds with complex trauma histories. Her approach is collaborative, nurturing, empathetic, direct, and non-judgmental because she believes a safe, warm, and accepting environment is essential to the therapeutic process and guiding clients through their healing. Recognizing how minority status and oppression can add to mental health, traumatic experiences, and seeking support, she strives to create an inclusive space for all clients with different cultural backgrounds and identities. She uses an integrative approach and tailors treatment to the clients needs and goals, using psychodynamic therapy, person centered therapy, feminist therapy, trauma informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques in effort to foster hope, empowerment, and resilience. Rhea’s area of interests include trauma work, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, attachment disruptions, and interpersonal relationships.

Maggie Paulus, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Locations: West Bend and Cedarburg

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Maggie received her Master’s in Professional Counseling at Concordia University of Wisconsin and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Communication Studies. She is passionate about creating a safe and empathetic space for clients to share life’s stressors. She approaches therapy as a heartfelt opportunity to help others gain tools and resources to navigate their life’s challenges. Maggie’s areas of interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, burn-out, school-based issues, body-image concerns, stress management, and women’s issues. Maggie’s background with counseling adolescents in a school-based setting has helped her gain a counseling perspective and passion for this demographic. Using a person-centered and solution-focused approach has allowed Maggie to build a powerful therapeutic relationship with her clients to help heal and overcome challenges.

Valerie Rank, LCSW

Therapist

Locations: West Allis

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Let's start with where you are at. Each person has a unique story and talking about it may create vulnerability and/or fear. I will provide a safe, trusting space to listen, guide, and empower you on your journey toward growth and healing.  I will work with all aspects of who you are without judgment but openness and compassion. I specialize in individual therapy with children (10+), adolescents, young adults, and family therapy for all ages. My therapeutic expertise is working with individuals dealing with trauma/PTSD,  depression, anxiety,  life transitions, stress management, communication issues, anger management, LGBT issues, and challenging family dynamics. The problems at hand do not need to define your life, we will work together towards the life you’ve always envisioned.

Bob Rockey, LCSW, ACSW

Therapist

Locations: Telehealth

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Bob Rockey has served those struggling with mental illness and personal problems in the Milwaukee area since 1980.  He is a graduate from Macalester College and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. At Northshore, Bob works now via telehealth with couples, families and individually with adolescents and  adults (as well as older adults), helping with such issues as depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, codependency, abuse, grieving and various eras of personal change. He often uses a blend of Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavioral, 12-Step and other therapeutic stances to fit the needs at hand.  Bob is experienced with pain and many types of medical conditions, as well as physical and emotional disabilities, chronic mental illness and EAP services. He now leads a therapy group for Chronic Pain through Northshore.  Bob is a long time member of the National Association of Social Workers and was on staff at Rogers Memorial Hospital for over 30 years in their in-patient facilities. He long supervised Graduate level Social Work and Counseling interns, and has been a speaker for the Waukesha Mental Health Association and a guest lecturer for the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Concordia University and Alverno College.

Shana Schloemer, MS, LPC and Trauma Certificate

Co-Director and Therapist

Location: West Bend

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Shana has been in private practice since 2010 and holds a B.S. in Psychology from UW Madison and an M.S. in Educational Psychology from UW Milwaukee. With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked in county mental health systems, school districts, and psychiatric hospitals. Shana specializes in trauma therapy and is a dedicated advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
Her advocacy includes co-facilitating a GSA at a local high school, testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee on education bills, and speaking at school board meetings and career development events. She has been interviewed by radio and television for her advocacy efforts and maintains strong relationships with school districts across Southeast Wisconsin.
In addition to therapy, Shana is a public speaker, having presented for organizations like The Family Center, Northwestern Mutual, Alverno, and UW Milwaukee. She has taught Developmental Psychology at the university level and mentors students through practicum training and development as Qualified Treatment Trainees.
Shana’s therapeutic approach emphasizes building strong connections with her clients. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and a trauma-informed approach. She works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, addressing issues like PTSD, depression, anxiety, ADHD, postpartum depression, and more. Shana is committed to providing gender-affirming care and is available for both in-person and telehealth sessions, as well as public speaking and training.

Sam Schommer, MS, LPC
They/Them

Therapist

Location: Cedarburg

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Sam integrates a collaborative relationship with clients with the use of humor and a down to earth relational approach with clients. With empathy and compassion, Sam meets clients where they are at. Sam is empowered to guiding clients in healing and growth, and moving them toward falling in love with themselves and their lives. We all have the right to be seen, to feel heard, and to experience love. With this approach, Sam provides a whole person experience to find themselves. Sam specializes in
(13 yr. old+) Adolescents – End of Life. LGBTQAI+ populations of all life stages, Gender Affirmation Letters, Kink and ethical non-monogamy accepting, Trauma and complex/developmental trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, and physical disabilities/chronic illness.

Thomas J. Shiltz, MS, CSAC

Therapist

Locations: West Allis

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Since 1972, Tom has been working the chemical dependency and eating disorders field as a therapist, consultant and workshop presenter. He is the author of “Ten Steps for Preventing Student Relapse”, “Student Guide for Relapse Prevention”, and “Eating Concerns Support Group Curriculum”. Mr. Shiltz’s psychotherapy practice at Northshore Clinic includes individual, couples, and family counseling, primarily in the areas of eating disorders, trauma, and addictions. In addition to his clinical work, Mr. Shiltz is on staff at Rogers Memorial Hospital. As Training Specialist for the hospital, Mr. Shiltz develops and delivers professional workshops, assists with research development, provides consultation services to schools and mental health agencies, and writes and publishes training materials. Mr. Shiltz is an ad hoc instructor for Cardinal Stritch University and is a member of the Academy for Eating Disorders.

Ana Solano-Pacheco, MS, LPC

Therapist

Locations: West Allis

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Ana is a board-certified licensed professional counselor who received her Master’s degree from Mount Mary University. She has been providing counseling services in the Milwaukee area since 2016. Ana is bicultural and bilingual and takes a person-centered approach when working with her clients. She has experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults. Ana addresses depression, anxiety, complex PTSD, grief, anger, transitions, and adjustments. Her approach to therapy is to create an environment that is comfortable for the client and find ways to heal to live a fulfilling life. Ana is certified in EMDR and also utilizes CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused approaches.

Vanessa Stimmel, LPC-IT

Qualified Treatment Trainee

Locations: Telehealth

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Vanessa is currently enrolled at Marquette University in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate program. Having earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation and Human Services with a focus on Kinesiology, Vanessa has experience working in both physiological and psychological aspects of healthcare. Previously, she worked as a Behavioral Specialist with children and adolescents as well as a Personal Trainer focusing on womens health and mobility with older adults. Personally, her role as a wife and mother of three has only further contributed to her capacity and empathy for the experiences of others. Vanessa is passionate about coming alongside individuals in their personal journey to achieve optimal wellness and functioning. She believes that this often begins with mental healthcare such as reconfiguring maladaptive thought patterns. Open to spirituality and faith-based counsel, Vanessa believes in making meaning of life events - victories and adversities alike. With an emphasis on a person-centered and integrative approach, she will develop a treatment plan that uniquely suits each person. Vanessa aims to work with individuals across the lifespan, with particular focus on womens health, couples, families, older adults, and those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational challenges.

Lisa A. Tieglman-Koepp,
MSEd, LPC, NCC, CNT, CEDS

Therapist

Location: West Bend

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Lisa holds a Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis in community counseling and is both licensed as a professional counselor with the State of Wisconsin and board certified as a national counselor. She obtained certification as a Narrative Therapist in the summer of 2016. Lisa was granted the Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) designation from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDS) in June, 2018.  Beginning in 1993, her professional career has consisted of private practice counseling, personal and professional coaching, employee assistance programming, teaching, assisting in the development of a dedicated eating disorders program, professional speaking and writing. Lisa’s areas of specialty and interest include women’s issues, concerns of pre-adolescent and adolescent girls, families affected by addiction/codependency, eating disorders, survivors of abuse/trauma/torture, depressive and anxiety disorders, grief and loss concerns, chronic illness, life transitioning, and sexuality and spirituality issues. She is theoretically oriented in gestalt, systemic and existential philosophies and practices from holistic, positive and strength-based psychotherapeutic perspectives. Lisa utilizes numerous forms of creative expression, bioenergetics and elements of spiritual psychology in addition to traditional psychotherapeutic methods in her work with clients. Lisa is an empathic and integrity-minded practitioner who has great reverence and respect for those she works with.

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