Last edited 01/05/2022
Alysha Wilbanks
Accepting New Clients
Get To Know Me
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
Growing up, I always knew I wanted to be a therapist. So when I was in my early 20's and felt lost and unsure in life, I found a therapist at a big healthcare system and went to therapy a few times. It was so terrible. I felt like a number when the therapist gave me some dumb goals that didn't fit at all. It was weird to talk to some strange lady who was asking me a million questions. I knew I could never be THAT kind of therapist.
If you want to work with me, I will meet you wherever you are. We will focus on whatever is on mind in an easy and comfortable way.
What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic relationship?
The most important thing in therapy is the bond between client and therapist. You need to feel like you can talk to the therapist, about anything! Keep looking until you find that person!
What’s the most profound, insightful, or interesting thing you’ve learned as a mental health professional?
WHEN YOU SPEAK THE PAIN, IT FADES
People are groovy. I've seen people make some changes and do some things that should have been impossible! They can get through HARD things. When you find a therapist that works for you, it's amazing what you will do, too!
Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyAddictionLife transitions
General Expertise
DepressionCareersWork StressRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSexuality Based IssuesSocial AnxietyAddictionAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental healthAging related concernsCommunication issuesFamily issuesLife coachingMood disordersParenting issuesPeak performancePhobias & fearsPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyPsychoanalysisMindfulness PracticesApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA)Art TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyNarrative TherapyParent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)Psychoanalytic TherapyPsychological Testing and EvaluationCreative Art TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingMindfulness-Based Cognitive TherapyAttachment-Based TherapyForensic TherapyMarriage and Family Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyCouples CounselingGroup Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Seniors (65+)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureWisconsin, LCSW, 8879
Training/CertificationsTrauma Informed Cognitive Behavioral TherapyTheraplayMotivational Interviewing
Education
University of Wisconsin Madison
Viterbo University
Work HistoryBefore becoming a therapist, I started working as a social worker in the prison system. After getting out of prison :-) I started doing therapy in-home with families, kids, and couples. I enjoy working with kids of all ages!
Following my time doing in-home therapy, I started working inpatient at a detox and rehab center where I did individual and group therapy work with individuals living with addictions. After a couple of years, I began doing therapy in outpatient behavioral health at
Mayo Clinic, specializing in working with children, teens, and individuals on things like depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, relationship problems and more! I have been in practice since 2016.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Alysha Wilbanks, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Alysha Wilbanks accepting new clients?
Yes, Alysha Wilbanks is accepting new clients.
Does Alysha Wilbanks accept insurance?
No, Alysha Wilbanks does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Alysha Wilbanks offer?
Alysha Wilbanks offers therapy for couples, families, groups and individuals.
Does Alysha Wilbanks offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Wisconsin can book Alysha Wilbanks for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Alysha Wilbanks offer online therapy?
Yes, Alysha Wilbanks offers online therapy to people in Wisconsin.
How quickly can I see Alysha Wilbanks?
Alysha Wilbanks typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Alysha Wilbanks speak?
Alysha Wilbanks conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Alysha Wilbanks online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Alysha Wilbanks online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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