Hillary Counseling is a collective of like-minded psychotherapists who are dedicated to the well-being of our clients. We are a Milwaukee-based private practice that offers a modern, relatable and holistic approach to therapy for individuals and couples. We use evidenced-based practices, with an understanding that counseling is not "one-size-fits all, " and rooted in research that is ever-evolving.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, trying to make a difficult life decision or just believe it is time for a change, counseling can be a safe place to help you figure out what might be keeping you from living your life fully. Individual counseling will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and provide you with knowledge, tools and skills to make positive changes that lead to creating the life you want.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, trying to make a difficult life decision or just believe it is time for a change, counseling can be a safe place to help you figure out what might be keeping you from living your life fully. Individual counseling will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and provide you with knowledge, tools and skills to make positive changes that lead to creating the life you want.
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Lisa Hillary is the clinical director and owner of Hillary Counseling. As a therapist with over 15 years of experience, Lisa is passionate about helping people make positive and lasting life changes. Her goal is to provide clients with the knowledge, tools and skills to create the lives they have always dreamed of living.
Megan Anderson is a psychotherapist who's passionate about what's possible. She believes that no matter what your challenges are, you can change your life and relationships for the better. Megan enjoys working with first-time therapy clients and helping them feel comfortable navigating the therapeutic process.
Dr. Katelyn (Katy) Grusecki is a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience and training at some of the nation's greatest hospitals and institutions. She is passionate about and humbled by the opportunities to work with people at various stages in their unique journeys. Katy is an advocate for holistic wellness, that focuses on emotional, physical, spiritual, and social health.
Jacob Martinez is committed to helping people ease the struggle of shame, self-criticism, anxiety, and depression, so they can live more vital and connected lives. Jacob excels at helping his clients choose a life based on their values and redirecting those who are feeling stuck (in life, a relationship, a career, or a city) that isn't working for them.
Reviews (10)
Katie Diaz
Aug 06, 2021
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I have been seeing Dawn since I gave birth to my son almost two years ago. A few of the things working with Dawn has helped me with include: making sense of new motherhood/ postpartum, being a working mother, hanging on to my own identity and beyond. She’s easy to talk to and often offers additional resources such as articles related to the discussed topics during our sessions. She has provided me with so much language to help me navigate my relationships as well as my own inner dialogue/ critic.
Elise Martinez
Aug 04, 2021
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Five stars for our therapist, Dawn, who my husband and I have seen regularly since the Fall of 2019. We came to Dawn during a pretty low point in our relationship and since working with her we are better at communicating, recognizing and advocating for our own needs in the relationship, and so much more. We've had such a positive experience that my husband and I joke that going to see Dawn is a crucial part of our marriage's "regular maintenance." I highly recommend Hillary Counseling, and seeing Dawn specifically through this practice.
Jennifer Lavin
Jul 21, 2021
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Lisa is absolutely amazing! She was my therapist for a few years while I lived in Milwaukee. I have constantly referred to my sessions with her as a massage for my emotions.
She provided me tools to navigate my feelings, and a safe and unbiased space to figure out my boundaries, frustrations, anxiety and successes. Although I moved at the end of last year, if it wasn’t for the tools I learned from Lisa, I don’t think I would have handled all the hardships I had to deal with moving, an extremely challenging pregnancy, difficult delivery and transition into motherhood.
Thank you Lisa from the
She provided me tools to navigate my feelings, and a safe and unbiased space to figure out my boundaries, frustrations, anxiety and successes. Although I moved at the end of last year, if it wasn’t for the tools I learned from Lisa, I don’t think I would have handled all the hardships I had to deal with moving, an extremely challenging pregnancy, difficult delivery and transition into motherhood.
Thank you Lisa from the
Katie Ashley
Feb 26, 2021
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I have been seeing Lisa for the past 2 years, and I have only positive reviews!
Lisa is warm, compassionate, trustworthy, kind, and empathetic; all the qualities of a wonderful therapist.
I have seen tremendous growth in my ability to manage my mental health since my first sessions with Lisa, and I can’t thank her enough!
5/5 stars; I highly recommend her professional counseling services!
Lisa is warm, compassionate, trustworthy, kind, and empathetic; all the qualities of a wonderful therapist.
I have seen tremendous growth in my ability to manage my mental health since my first sessions with Lisa, and I can’t thank her enough!
5/5 stars; I highly recommend her professional counseling services!
Emily Schwecke
Jan 16, 2021
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I have had the privilege of working with Lisa twice over the past two years, once for issues with body image and the second for anxiety. I felt completely comfortable sharing everything with her, felt that she was a great listener and receptive to what I had to say, and provided excellent feedback. Her “homework” was (mentally) challenging at times, but always rewarding. I can honestly say I had the BEST experience with her, and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a well qualified, compassionate, and trustworthy therapist. Easily a 5 star rating in my book!
Brandon Fenderson
Jan 15, 2021
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I think anyone would agree that it’s necessary to have a reliable, compassionate, intelligent, empathetic person who will listen and tell you what you need to hear. Lisa has been one of these people to me for years now, and is someone I would highly recommend for her professional counseling services!
Laurie Groh
Nov 02, 2020
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Kristi W.
Aug 23, 2019
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I started seeing Lisa while I was having severe anxiety and panic attacks. I was frustrated that I could not get in to see any mental health professional through my insurance for months. A friend recommended Lisa and I called her that day. I was able to get an appointment with Lisa the next day! I was relieved. Lisa is kind, caring, and welcoming. She is not judgmental. We set up goals on my first visit and I was given homework. I really worked hard to manage my anxiety and Lisa gave me the strategies to succeed. Her schedule was flexible and I never had an issue scheduling an appointment. I have
Uncle Remmi
Dec 20, 2018
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Mary Augs
Jul 24, 2016
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I have been seeing Lisa for almost four years for disordered eating and anxiety. I will admit, it was not my choice to see her or anyone in the first place, but it was my choice to keep going back and she made that an easy decision every time. Going to sessions with Lisa always left me feeling better than when I went in.
The advantage of seeing Lisa is that it's never been a roller coaster between sessions. She gives you concrete tools that you can practice and work on. The sessions are a strong, necessary foundation, but Lisa's exercises and resources are what I used to build my life back up
The advantage of seeing Lisa is that it's never been a roller coaster between sessions. She gives you concrete tools that you can practice and work on. The sessions are a strong, necessary foundation, but Lisa's exercises and resources are what I used to build my life back up
