Hillary Counseling, Milwaukee-based Therapy for Adolescents and Adults https://www.hillarycounseling.com/home/ Lisa Hillary, MSW, LCSW, Psychotherapy and Counseling for Adults and Adolescents Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:03:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 Coping With Trauma Anniversaries: What This Milwaukee Therapist Wants You to Know https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/07/22/coping-trauma-anniversaries/ Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:25 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9876 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Key takeaways: A trauma anniversary is a spike in anxiety, sadness, or irritability tied to the time of year a difficult event happened — even if you’re not consciously thinking about it. These reactions come from the nervous system, not from a lack of progress in your healing. […]

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]]> EMDR for Grief: How It Differs from Traditional Grief Counseling https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/07/14/emdr-for-grief-milwaukee/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:26:09 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9857 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet no two people grieve in exactly the same way. If grief has left you feeling emotionally stuck, EMDR for grief is one option that can help alongside traditional counseling. EMDR for grief is a trauma-focused therapy that helps […]

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]]> Want More Spark in Your Long-Term Relationship? Start Here https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/06/11/reignite-desire-long-term-relationship/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:47:47 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9665 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling KEY TAKEAWAY | How do you reignite desire in a long-term relationship? It starts with novelty — breaking familiar routines to rediscover curiosity, vulnerability, and play with your partner. Simple tools like unexpected questions, new shared experiences, and a willingness to be a little playful can create the […]

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]]> What Actually Happens During an EMDR Therapy Session in Milwaukee? https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/05/28/emdr-therapy-milwaukee-what-to-expect/ Thu, 28 May 2026 21:14:25 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9615 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Key Takeaways: EMDR therapy doesn’t require you to relive trauma in detail — most clients find it gentler than expected. The first few sessions focus on history, assessment, and building coping tools before any processing begins. Hillary Counseling offers EMDR therapy in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward for adults […]

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]]> How to Stop Obsessing Over Losing Weight for Summer: A Milwaukee Therapist’s Perspective https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/05/21/how-to-stop-obsessing-over-losing-weight-for-summer-a-milwaukee-therapists-perspective/ Thu, 21 May 2026 22:20:08 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9602 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling As the weather starts warming up in Milwaukee and summer plans begin filling the calendar, many people notice a familiar shift in their thoughts. Suddenly it’s everywhere: summer bodies, diet trends, workout challenges, before-and-after transformations, and messages telling us we should somehow become a different version of ourselves […]

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]]> Dating as a Neurodivergent Adult in Milwaukee: Tips from an Affirming Therapist https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/04/28/dating-as-a-neurodivergent-adult-in-milwaukee-tips-from-an-affirming-therapist/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:57:33 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9589 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Dating can feel complicated for anyone—but if you’re a neurodivergent adult, it can come with an added layer of nuance. Whether you identify as autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent, you may find yourself wondering: Why does dating feel so exhausting? Am I missing something everyone else seems to […]

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]]> The Highly Sensitive Brain vs. OCD: Understanding the Difference https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/04/15/the-highly-sensitive-brain-vs-ocd-understanding-the-difference/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:03:05 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9533 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I just highly sensitive, or could this be OCD?”—you’re not alone. At Hillary Counseling, a boutique psychotherapy practice in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, we often work with individuals who feel deeply, think deeply, and sometimes struggle to understand where sensitivity ends and anxiety […]

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]]> Should I Have Kids? How to Decide If Having Children Is Right for You https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/03/31/should-i-have-kids-how-to-decide-if-having-children-is-right-for-you/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:59:12 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9517 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Should I have kids?”—you’re not alone. More and more people are pausing to ask this question intentionally, rather than simply following a default path. Whether you’re in your late 20s, mid-30s, or beyond, the decision to have children is one of the […]

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]]> The Most Common PTSD Symptoms Our Therapists See in Milwaukee Clients https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/03/24/the-most-common-ptsd-symptoms-our-therapists-see-in-milwaukee-clients/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:16:34 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9508 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling Post-traumatic stress doesn’t always look the way people expect. At Hillary Counseling, a boutique therapy practice located in Milwaukee’s Third Ward, we work with individuals from across Milwaukee, the North Shore (including Shorewood and Whitefish Bay), Wauwatosa, the East Side, and Bay View who are navigating symptoms of […]

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]]> Perfectionism and Eating Disorders: Why High Achievers Are at Greater Risk https://www.hillarycounseling.com/2026/03/15/perfectionism-and-eating-disorders-why-high-achievers-are-at-greater-risk/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:31:40 +0000 https://www.hillarycounseling.com/?p=9498 By: Lisa Hillary, LCSW | Hillary Counseling At first glance, perfectionism often looks like a strength. Many high achievers are disciplined, motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to doing things well. These traits can lead to success in academics, careers, and personal goals. However, perfectionism can also come with a hidden cost. Research consistently shows that perfectionism […]

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