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Teresa Fernandez

Teresa Fernandez, LCSW

Wisconsin

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Life purpose and stress

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Life purpose focus
  • CBT and DBT approaches

About Teresa

Teresa Fernandez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin with three years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting struggles, and depression. Teresa also focuses on life purpose, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, self-love, forgiveness, and social anxiety.

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She treats clients as the experts on their own story and helps them use their existing strengths to face hard situations. Sessions are practical and aimed at making small changes that feel manageable.

Teresa uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She blends these methods to address symptoms and day-to-day challenges rather than relying on a single technique. Expect clear tools and exercises to practice between meetings.

She works in both English and Spanish, and her practice is based in Wisconsin. The profile notes three years of experience in clinical settings, supporting people through life changes and emotional strain.

To begin, prospective clients are asked to use the site button to view online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Confirm the current session formats and scheduling details before booking.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Teresa commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy into her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing changes through small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to help notice feelings without getting swept up by them, which can reduce reactivity and isolation.

Choosing the right approach is something she does together with each person. She discusses goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. From that conversation she suggests strategies and adjustments, and checks in regularly to see what is helpful and what needs changing.

Confirm the available online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into their week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling. If video is difficult, some people prefer audio-only meetings for lower bandwidth or a shorter session rhythm. The focus is on making therapy fit everyday life and on using practical tools between sessions rather than promising a specific outcome.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Wisconsin

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and depression. Additional focuses include life purpose, guilt and shame, social anxiety, isolation, communication problems, forgiveness, and self-love.

How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?

She uses practical therapies like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to identify patterns and try new behaviors. The work emphasizes small, concrete steps and skills to test between sessions.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She holds an LCSW and has three years of professional experience working with the listed concerns. That background includes supporting people through life changes and emotional difficulties.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She is licensed in Wisconsin as an LCSW and practices from that state. Session logistics should be confirmed before booking.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Does she work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and billing handled?

Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the service details for exact pricing for your location.

How do I get started if I want to work with her?

Use the See online therapy options button on the site, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform. Confirm session formats and timing before your first appointment.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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