IMPORTANT COVID-19 UPDATE:
Now more than ever, people impacted by poverty who are among the most vulnerable in our communities must be able to rely on the services of Catholic Charities.
Catholic Charities will continues to provide community counseling for both current and new clients. Our therapists are here to serve and will be available for scheduled sessions during these uncertain times of understandable concern over the spread of COVID-19.
Therapists will be able to provide services in person. We ask that you follow these guidelines to prevent the spread of disease:
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Call to reschedule your appointment and stay home when you are sick with fever, cough, chills, or other flu-like symptoms.
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Before and after your appointment, wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
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Maintain social distance of 3-6 feet with your therapist and others in the office.
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Avoid touching your nose, mouth, and eyes.
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Cover your coughs and sneezes.
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Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
You may request your therapist to conduct your therapy session over the phone or via videoconference. We will accommodate your request when appropriate and as we have the capacity.
About Our Program
Some problems in life are too difficult to handle alone. When problems like tensions in a marriage, behavioral issues with a teen or pre-teen, depression, anxiety or daily stressors overwhelm your life – it’s good to know you don’t have to walk that road alone. Counseling helps people to understand their personal needs, focus on the cause of their problems and determine ways to resolve or cope with those issues.
Catholic Charities Behavioral Health/Counseling Services is a State certified outpatient behavioral health clinic providing accessible, culturally competent, high quality mental health services for individuals, families, children and couples of all faiths. All therapists are licensed to practice in the state of Wisconsin and bilingual therapists are available at all of our sites. We serve adults, children and families who suffer from emotional distress.
The agency recognizes the added challenges of people living in poverty and accepts patients who do not have any means to pay, as well as those with limited resources, on a sliding fee scale adjusted to an individual's or family's size and financial situation. Additionally, third party insurance payers, Medicare and Medicaid are accepted.
Symptoms of Depression
- fatigue and decreased energy
- insomnia or excessive sleeping
- irritability or restlessness
- loss of interest in activities or hobbies that were once pleasurable
- overeating or loss of appetite
- persistent feelings of sadness, anxious or 'empty' feeling
- feelings of hopelessness
- feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
- difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and/or making decisions
- thoughts of suicide
If you or a loved one are experiencing some of these symptoms, then it is time to contact Catholic Charities to make an appointment for help.
To schedule an appointment with one of our therapists please call the primary contact number in your area:
Fond du Lac Area
920-923-2550
Kenosha Area
262-637-8888
Milwaukee Area
414-771-2881
Racine Area
262-637-8888
Sheboygan Area
920-458-5726
Walworth Area
262-637-8888
Waukesha Area
262-547-2463
Washington County Area
262-346-4700
MEET OLIVIA
Olivia felt trapped. She was in a relationship that wasn't healthy and worried that there was no escape for her and her three daughters. She had been married for 19 years and had no family in the United States besisdes her husband and his family. She knew that leaving meant her and her daugthers would be alone. Olivia came to Catholic Charities in hopes of gaining more self-esteem and self-worth, knowing that she needed to be prepared to take this step for herself and her daughters. To create a safer life for her and her daughters, she found a new place to live. After working with her counselor at Catholic Charities she shares, "I felt like a new woman. I began accomplishing my goals and gained the courage to start a new beginning with my girls. I am stronger now." Olivia said she knows she can face whatever might lie ahead for her family.
Read more Behavioral Health Impact Stories here.