Melissa Kohnert, MSW, Waukesha, WI

About Melissa Kohnert

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Exposure Response Prevention

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Kohnert

Melissa Kohnert, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health in Wisconsin, is dedicated to helping adults navigate their mental health challenges with compassion and expertise. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from Walden University. Melissa offers individual therapy services to patients aged 18 and older, focusing on providing practical tools to manage life’s complexities. She works closely with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma, offering a supportive environment for growth and healing. Melissa is especially passionate about assisting patients recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals or facing court-ordered treatment. She helps these individuals rebuild their lives by providing structured support during critical transitions. Additionally, Melissa has extensive experience assisting clients with disability paperwork, parental custody issues, workers' compensation cases, and legal matters, ensuring they have the guidance needed to navigate these complex situations. She integrates evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her practice. Melissa also emphasizes mindfulness techniques to help patients develop self-awareness and effective coping strategies. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each client, including LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, and first responders, populations she is particularly dedicated to serving. Outside of her professional life, Melissa enjoys traveling, solving crossword puzzles, and watching movies. She treasures time spent with her grandkids and finds joy in helping her patients apply coping skills to their everyday lives.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Office location

Melissa Kohnert, MSW also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

N17W24222 Riverwood Dr, Ste 170, Waukesha, WI 53188

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance Health - Wisconsin

Education and training

Walden University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1568278232

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What practice does Melissa Kohnert work with?

Melissa Kohnert works with Lifestance Health - Wisconsin.

Where is Melissa Kohnert's office located?

Melissa Kohnert has 2 office locations in Waukesha, view full addresses on Melissa Kohnert's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Kohnert?

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