Erin Bartnick

Erin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in health care, spanning both hospital and outpatient settings. Her background includes practicing as a PA in family medicine and psychiatry, giving her a unique integrative perspective on an individual’s health. She serves individuals, families, and couples seeking therapy services. Erin is skilled at treating depression and mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, stress management, trauma, and coping with complex medical issues. Erin brings a special focus to chronic pain management, using her training from Pain Reprocessing Therapy and Emotional Awareness and Expressive Therapy to help clients break free from persistent pain cycles. She also has a special interest in women’s issues including pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, infertility, miscarriage, and changing family dynamics.

Her therapeutic approach is non-judgmental, strength-based, and highly tailored to each person’s goals. When appropriate, she incorporates trauma-focused treatments like EMDR and Brainspotting in sessions. Erin is a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist.

Education and Training

Erin holds a master’s and Bachelors degree in Social Worker from University of Wisconsin-Madison. She also earned a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has achieved a Certification of Added Qualifications in Psychiatry from NCCPA.

Postgraduate training courses and certifications include:

Pain Reprocessing Therapy – Advanced Applications
Emotional Awareness and Expressive Therapy (EAET)
EMDR Level 1: certified by EMDRIA
Brainspotting Level 1
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Gottman Couples- Level 1
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)

Erin has also engaged in trainings with DBT, exposure and response therapy for OCD, CBT-I, trauma-focused CBT, and IFS.

Professional Affiliations

– National Association of Social Workers
– Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants

Specialties:

Depression & Other Mood Disorders
Anxiety
Pain Management
Coping with Chronic Illness
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Women’s Issues
Trauma/PTSD
ADHD
Relationship Issues
Grief/Loss
Stress Management
Sleep Disorders
EMDR/Brainspotting

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
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Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
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Jackie Friesen

Jackie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, adolescents, and families as well as adults. While she helps with a variety of issues, her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, various life transitions both individually and within the family, and stress management.

Jackie strives to create a welcoming, comfortable, open and safe environment for all clients from the moment that the client enters the room. She uses a systemic approach to understand where and how the client got to where they are currently. She uses an integrative approach using techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Bowenian Therapy to help foster the client’s sense of hope and empowerment.

Education and Training

Jackie received her undergraduate degree (BA) in Psychology from Edgewood College and her graduate degree (MS) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Children
Adolescents
Family
Various life transitions
Stress Management

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

David Guilfoose

David (he/him/his) is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with adolescent boys (ages 15-18) and adult males. He has more than 20 years’ of experience working with individuals across the lifespan in a diversity of settings.

David is thoughtful, compassionate, and values-oriented in his work. His approach is trauma-informed with an emphasis on building awareness of the barriers that get in the way of meaningful relationships and content life. His primary methods of influencing change are by utilizing Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Holistic Therapy to deepen our understanding of ourselves on all levels. David is also strongly influenced by philosophical inquiry into reason, truth, and meaning.

Education and Training

David received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the State University of New York and Master’s degrees in Psychology from Seattle University and Counseling Education from the University of Alaska. David has worked in a variety of settings including mental health hospitals, schools, clinics, in-home services and on the streets with homeless individuals. He has advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness and Somatic approaches to therapy.

Professional Affiliations

American Psychological Association
Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinities

Specialties

Men’s Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Issues
Family Issues
Parenting Support
Grief and Loss
Trauma
Self Esteem
Stress Management
Anger Management

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Morgan Hauser

Morgan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who strives to create a safe environment for clients of all ages to express themselves in session. She offers services to teenagers, adults and couples on various presenting problems, with areas of expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, anger management, establishing boundaries, and effective communication.

Morgan builds the therapeutic relationship on the foundation of unconditional positive regard. Clients are given space to be seen, heard, and feel safe in sharing their experiences. Morgan enjoys getting creative in incorporating the clients hobbies and passions into the therapeutic space. Therapeutic approaches used in session include client-centered therapy, solution focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Other therapeutic techniques are also incorporated to fit the individual needs of each client.

Education and Training:

Morgan obtained her bachelors degree in psychology with a minor in Spanish from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She then continued on at Whitewater to receive her Masters in Science in Counselor Education with an emphasis in clinical mental health. Morgan is also Prepare Enrich Certified for premarital and relationship/couples counseling.

Specialties:

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Life Transitions
Anger Management
Stress Management
Boundaries
Communication

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Nancy Kottke

Nancy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Nancy is also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor with expertise in working with individuals who are struggling with their own substance abuse issues, as well as their family members who are affected. Nancy believes in a holistic approach to therapy, combining both physical and emotional health with the healing process. Nancy works with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression, self-harm, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, and LGBTQ issues.

Education and Training

Nancy obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Nancy has over 30 years of experience working with individuals and families with mental and behavioral health concerns.

Specialties

Alcohol, Drug and Other Addictions
Eating Disorders
Emotional & Behavioral Issues
Depression, Anxiety & Other Mood Disorders
Family Members Affected by Substance Abuse
LGBTQIA+ Issues
Parenting Concerns & Family Issues
Self-Esteem
Stress Management

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Courtney McCarthy

Courtney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, teens, and adults providing individual, couple, and family therapy.

While she treats an array of issues, her areas of expertise include behavioral concerns in children, ADHD, ODD, trauma, depression, family issues, mood disorders, anxiety, stress management, parenting concerns, life transitions, anger management, and self-esteem.

Working from a systemic view Courtney strives to look beyond an individual and observe how their surrounding environments, experiences, and relationships impact them. She believes in identifying and utilizing the strengths and unique qualities of individuals and families. She draws from a wide range of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, art therapy, play therapy, and family therapy. She also enjoys utilizing mindfulness and biofeedback techniques to aid clients in calming both their minds and bodies.

Education and Training

Courtney obtained her Bachelor’s degree in psychology (B.S.) from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point and her Master’s degree in Applied Family and Child Studies with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northern Illinois University. She has received further training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Professional Affiliations

Courtney is a Clinical Fellow at the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.

Specialties

Depression & Other Mood Disorders
Anxiety
Behavioral Concerns in Children & Adolescents
Trauma
Stress Management
Parenting Concerns & Family Issues
Anger Management
Self-Esteem
Life Transitions

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Ln, Suite 301
Madison, WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Marlene Regan

Marlene is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over twenty years of clinical experience in inpatient, outpatient, and higher education settings. She works with adults and couples from all backgrounds. Marlene specializes in treating anxiety, depression and mood disorders, recovery from trauma and abuse, dual diagnoses, substance and behavioral addictions, partner and relationship concerns, pre- and post-divorce processing, pain management, grief and loss, sleep disorders, work and career challenges, major life transitions, and disordered eating behaviors (adults).

Marlene practices from a client-centered, process-based approach. Her work with clients is collaborative, educational and integrates talk therapy, developing and maintaining therapeutic lifestyle routines and practices, and somatic work. She believes each client has the capacity for healing, self-regulation, and self-care. She engages with each client at their level of readiness and comfort by addressing the root causes of imbalances that contribute to emotional and physical dysregulation to achieve greater mind and body balance. Marlene also works closely with each individual’s medical and behavioral health care providers to complement their behavioral and physical health goals.

Education and Training:

Marlene earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from UW-Stevens Point in the area of Architectural Design and Psychology. She completed her graduate studies in Counseling at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Post-graduation, she has obtained several additional credentials and certifications including:

Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC)
Certified Marijuana Abuse Treatment Specialist
Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP)
Certified Clinical and Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback Clinician
Brainspotting – Level II
Motivational Enhancement Therapy Clinician

Professional Affiliations:

American Counseling Association
Association for Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback
Northeast Biofeedback Society
Midwest Brainspotting Institute

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression and Mood Disorders
Partner and Relationship Concerns
Pre- and Post-Divorce Processing
Grief and Loss
Dual Diagnoses
Substance and Behavioral Addictions
Recovery from Trauma and Abuse
Pain Management
Sleep Disorders
Major Life Transitions
Work and Career Challenges
Disordered Eating Behaviors (Adults)

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Hayley Shilling

Dr. Shilling is a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with adults, adolescents (ages 15+), individuals, couples, and families. She has experience helping clients deal with a wide range of concerns, including: depression, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, grief/loss, and coping with the psychological effects of physical health issues. In addition, Dr. Shilling has specific interests and experience working with pre-college and college students, returning adult learners, graduate and professional school students—as well as partners, families, and parents of students—to address stressors that occur in the context of pursuing academic goals.

Dr. Shilling’s approach to therapy is built upon the importance of accurately understanding, respecting, and collaborating with clients to facilitate a “good fit” for doing the work of therapy. She works with those who consult her to define problems, choose goals, and highlight strengths that will support desired changes. Depending upon individuals’ unique needs and preferences, Dr. Shilling draws from several approaches to therapy. These primarily include cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, narrative, and brief/solution-focused therapies.

Education and Training

Dr. Shilling received a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2012, and her M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Appalachian State University in 2003. She earned a B.S. in Psychology from Clemson University. Her training has included work within medical, community mental health, and university mental health settings. She is also a Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator.

Professional Affiliations

American Psychological Association
Wisconsin Psychological Association

Specialties

Depression & other Mood Disorders
Anxiety
ADHD
Relationship issues
Grief/Loss
Coping with physical health issues
Work with pre-college, college, and graduate/professional school students

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Mary Smith

Mary (she/her/hers) is a Professional Counselor with a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. As an Interpersonal Process Therapist, Mary fosters a genuine, collaborative relationship with her clients in order to provide transformative emotional experiences in session that can be generalized to further change in their lives. Her eclectic approach allows her to respond precisely to each client’s unique needs in the moment. She incorporates techniques from interpersonal process therapy (IPP), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), gestalt therapy, narrative therapy, polyvagal theory and mindfulness.

Mary is LGBTQ+ affirming and welcomes clients contending with a variety of life challenges including trauma, stress, inertia, perfectionism, interpersonal conflicts, depression, anxiety, and grief or loss. She is skilled at helping clients through their process of self-discovery and self-acceptance. She believes all clients seeking treatment are deserving of compassion and are capable of creating more satisfying lives.

Education and Training

Mary received her undergraduate degree (BA) in Communication Arts-Film from UW-Madison and her graduate degree (MS) in Counseling Psychology from UW-Madison. She has completed extensive DBT training (2 years teaching DBT skills training groups) and is polyvagal certified.

Education and Training

Mary received her undergraduate degree (BA) in Communication Arts-Film from UW-Madison and her graduate degree (MS) in Counseling Psychology from UW-Madison. She has completed extensive DBT training. She has also been privileged to participate in several multi-cultural volunteer experiences.

Specialties

LGBTQ+ gender and sexual identity
Self-esteem
Grief and loss
Depression
Other Mood Disorders including Bipolar Disorder
Anxiety
Trauma/PTSD
Borderline Personality Disorder
Gifted students
Interpersonal violence (victims and perpetrators)

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Myrna Solganick

Myrna is licensed as a clinical social worker and a professional counselor. She has more than 35 years of behavioral health experience, working primarily with adults. She is skilled in treating post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, loss and grief, anxiety, other mood disorders, relationship concerns, and in diagnosing and treating adults with ADHD. Myrna has a special interest and experience in working with healthcare professionals and understands the challenges we face. She is interested in working with women who are struggling to develop body positivity, an issue she believes impacts almost all women at one time or another in their lives.

Myrna’s background is extensive in treating those who have a trauma history, including physical, sexual, sudden loss, and military trauma. She spent many years working with veterans and their families in a nationwide program of the Veterans Administration and has a deep understanding of the issues military personnel and their families face in active duty, deployment and in post military readjustment. She also has extensive familiarity with sexual trauma, including workplace harassment issues.

Myrna also has special interest in midlife transitions, particularly pertaining to divorce, and resuming dating after a long partnership/marriage has ended. She likes to say, “There is indeed life after divorce”.

Myrna works with individuals and couples of all ages and stages of life, and especially enjoys working with persons from other cultures.

Education and Training

Myrna received her Bachelor’s degree, with Honors, from SUNY Buffalo, and her Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Professional Affiliations

Member of the National Association of Social Workers.

Specialties

Anxiety, depression, mood disorders
Trauma: physical, sexual, emotional, military-related
Midlife issues: post-divorce adjustment and relationship concerns
Assessment and treatment of ADD/ADHD
Workplace stress, including harassment
Healthcare professionals’ concerns
Post-military readjustment and military family challenges

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison, WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Ruth Waters

Ruth Waters has over 25 years of experience as a counselor and specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults. She works with depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and behavior issues, trauma, grief and couples and families with conflict in relationships and communication issues. She enjoys working in collaboration with clients to problem-solve with a positive, solution focused approach.

She uses a combination of techniques including: solution focused Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Relationship Communication techniques, Art Therapy and Play Therapy. She has a special interest in creativity and play as a medium of expression. She believes that the capacity for transformation exists in every situation, and that the power of choice of response is in each person.

Education and Training

Ruth received her education at the University of Wisconsin – Madison in Clinical Social Work (B.S. and M.S.W.)
EMDR Level I and Level II
Graduate of Behavioral Therapy Training Institute for OCD Treatment (IOCDF)
Prepare/Enrich Certified Facilitator

Specialties

Anxiety, depression, mood disorders
Trauma/PTSD
OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
Grief
Chronic Pain
ADHD
Couples counseling and Discernment Counseling

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

David Wilsher

David is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor who works with older teens and adults (age 17 years and up), families, and couples. He specializes in treating people suffering from drug, alcohol, and other forms of addiction. David has worked extensively with individuals and couples dealing with marital and child rearing difficulties. He also has extensive experience working with children and teens struggling with a wide range of issues including ADHD, school, attachment, divorce/separation, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression and conduct.

David uses a variety of approaches including multicultural, family systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eastern and Western approaches including mindfulness, Jungian and Gestalt Therapy.

Education and Training

David received his undergraduate degree at University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ and his Masters Degree in Counselor Education at University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.

Professional Affiliations

National Bureau of Certified Counselors

Specialties

Child/Teen Issues
ADHD
Parenting Difficulties
Depression and Anxiety
Alcohol, Drug and Other Addictions
Couples/Relationship Issues
Separation and Divorce
Work Stress
Stress Management
Anger Management
Men’s Issues

Uplands Dodgeville
1118 Professional Drive
Dodgeville, WI 53533
608-828-3636
608-935-9227
Email

Uplands Madison
6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 301
Madison WI 53719
608-828-3636
608-828-3637
Email

Our Clinicians

Erin Bartnick

LCSW (she/her/hers)

Erin (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), who supports clients dealing with challenging life experiences and trauma.

Jackie Friesen

LMFT (she/her/hers)

Jackie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, adolescents, and families as well as adults.

David Guilfoose

MPsy., M.Ed., LPC (he/him/his)

David is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with adolescent boys (ages 15-18) and adult males.

Morgan Hauser

LPC (she/her/hers)

Morgan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who strives to create a safe environment for clients of all ages to express themselves in session.

Nancy Kottke

LCSW (she/her/hers)

Nancy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Courtney McCarthy

LMFT (she/her/hers)

Courtney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor In Training, who works with children, teens, and adults

Marlene Regan

MS, LPC, NCC, SAC, CIMHP (she/her/hers)

Marlene is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over twenty years of clinical experience in inpatient, outpatient, and higher education settings.

Hayley Shilling

Ph.D. (she/her/hers)

Hayley is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in working with adults, adolescents (ages 15+), individuals, couples, and families.

Mary Smith

MS, LPC (she/her/hers)

Mary is a Professional Counselor and Interpersonal Process Therapist. She is LGBTQ+ affirming and helps clients contending with life challenges.

Myrna Solganick

LCSW, LPC (she/her/hers)

Myrna is licensed as a clinical social worker and a professional counselor specializing in PTSD, depression, loss and grief, anxiety, and more.

Ruth Waters

LCSW (she/her/hers)

Ruth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, couples, families and groups.

David Wilsher

LPC, SAC (he/him/his)

David is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with older teens and adults (age 17 and up), families and couples.