Bobbie Jo Whalen, MSW, LCSW, WI | Psychotherapist

About Bobbie Jo Whalen

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Eating Disorder

Life Transition

Bipolar Disorder

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Emotionally Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

EMDR

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Bobbie Jo Whalen

Bobbie Jo Whalen, LCSW, helps teens, adults, and older adults throughout Wisconsin navigate emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and major life transitions with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and case management services. Bobbie Jo works closely with patients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, helping them build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more fulfilling life. Her approach is collaborative and personalized, recognizing that no two journeys are alike. Bobbie Jo incorporates evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help individuals process difficult experiences, manage symptoms, and create meaningful change. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she offers support for couples' issues, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, grief, sleep difficulties, school avoidance, and other mental health concerns. Known for creating a welcoming and nonjudgmental therapeutic space, Bobbie Jo works to help patients feel understood while encouraging growth at a pace that feels manageable. She believes therapy is most effective when built on trust, authenticity, and a shared commitment to exploring both challenges and strengths. Her experience working with teens, adults, and older adults allows her to support patients through a wide range of developmental and life-stage concerns. Outside of her clinical practice, Bobbie Jo enjoys exploring local coffee shops, reading, junk journaling, and scrapbooking. She also loves paddle boarding, spending time in nature, and creating meaningful memories with her family, partner, and dog.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Sexual Abuse Counseling

Office location

Bobbie Jo Whalen, MSW, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

741 N Grand Ave, Ste 302, Waukesha, WI 53186

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

Education and training

University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, Master's in Social Work
Alverno College, Bachelor's

NPI number

1720707623

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What practice does Bobbie Jo Whalen work with?

Bobbie Jo Whalen works with Lifestance Health - Wisconsin.

Where is Bobbie Jo Whalen's office located?

Bobbie Jo Whalen has 2 office locations in Waukesha, view full addresses on Bobbie Jo Whalen's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Bobbie Jo Whalen?

Bobbie Jo Whalen frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Bobbie Jo Whalen on their profile.