Bernadette Heitschmidt, LPC, MEd, WI

About Bernadette Heitschmidt

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Women's Issues Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Life Transition

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Bernadette Heitschmidt

Bernadette Heitschmidt, LPC, provides compassionate, personalized mental health care to adults across Wisconsin. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and major life transitions using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. Bernadette has a special interest in supporting clients through midlife and later-life changes, and also offers Christian counseling for those who wish to integrate faith into their healing process. Before joining LifeStance, Bernadette worked in higher education settings, including student wellness, residence life, and a college autism support program. She is especially passionate about working with college students—both undergraduate and graduate—and offers flexible scheduling to accommodate busy academic lives. Her background allows her to understand and address the unique challenges students face, from identity development to managing stress and transitions. Bernadette’s approach is warm, respectful, and tailored to each individual. She also has experience working with adults on the autism spectrum, adjusting her style to meet diverse emotional and social needs. In addition to individual therapy, she offers case management services to provide well-rounded care. Outside of work, Bernadette enjoys playing hurling, crafting, baking, and DIY projects. She is committed to helping clients find stability, confidence, and purpose in their lives.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Bernadette Heitschmidt, LPC, MEd also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

17100 W North Ave, Brookfield, WI 53005

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

Education and training

Marquette University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northern Illinois University (MSEd)
Marquette University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1750190013

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Bernadette Heitschmidt?

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Is Bernadette Heitschmidt accepting new patients?

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What practice does Bernadette Heitschmidt work with?

Bernadette Heitschmidt works with Lifestance Health - Wisconsin.

Where is Bernadette Heitschmidt's office located?

Bernadette Heitschmidt has 2 office locations in Brookfield, view full addresses on Bernadette Heitschmidt's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Bernadette Heitschmidt?

Bernadette Heitschmidt frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bernadette Heitschmidt on their profile.