Colleen Mielke, LCSW

Colleen Mielke, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
4.09
“Colleen is prompt and attentive in terms of our sessions. Her responses and comments provide me with pertinent feedback and assure me she is hearing me. Concluding our sessions we seem to have worked out an issue and in the interim we leave space to discover responses to either old or new experiences we can discuss.”
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4.09
“Colleen is prompt and attentive in terms of our sessions. Her responses and comments provide me with pertinent feedback and assure me she is hearing me. Concluding our sessions we seem to have worked out an issue and in the interim we leave space to discover responses to either old or new experiences we can discuss.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Colleen is prompt and attentive in terms of our sessions. Her responses and comments provide me with pertinent feedback and assure me she is hearing me. Concluding our sessions we seem to have worked out an issue and in the interim we leave space to discover responses to either old or new experiences we can discuss.”
Less than 1 month ago

About Colleen Mielke

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues
Anxiety
Codependency
Adolescent Addiction / Substance Abuse
Behavioral Problems
Depression
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family Systems
Culturally Sensitive
Feminist
Existential
Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Colleen Mielke

Colleen Mielke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holds a Master’s in Social Work from New York University. My approach to therapy depends on your situation and needs. In general, I begin with attentive listening and empathy immersion before tailoring our therapeutic work to your specific goals. Typically, this starts with a psychodynamic approach and transitions to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you create the changes you seek. My approach includes CBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Existential Processing. My focus areas are psychosocial issues, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, and psychotic disorders. My communication style ensures clients feel heard and understood. Sessions are empathic and honest, addressing your specific problems and needs with directness that supports your recovery. My journey to therapy began when it was suggested I become a therapist. I am a great listener, a poet at heart, and a rational thinker. I perceive and feel beyond what is said. I am emotionally immersive and believe that deep existential conversations are healing and essential to our humanity. My goals for you are centered on your goals. I may suggest one or two objectives to help you achieve the best outcomes. In our first session, I listen carefully, immerse myself in your story, and ask clarifying questions to ensure I fully understand the issues you bring to therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

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Education and training

  • New York University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1134250327

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Colleen is prompt and attentive in terms of our sessions. Her responses and comments provide me with pertinent feedback and assure me she is hearing me. Concluding our sessions we seem to have worked out an issue and in the interim we leave space to discover responses to either old or new experiences we can discuss.
Colleen is prompt and attentive in terms of our sessions. Her responses and comments provide me with pertinent feedback and assure me she is hearing me. Concluding our sessions we seem to have worked out an issue and in the interim we leave space to discover responses to either old or new experiences we can discuss.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Colleen Mielke?

Colleen Mielke frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Colleen Mielke on their profile.

What languages does Colleen Mielke speak?

Colleen Mielke speaks English.

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