It's tough out there.
And for some people, coping with the challenges of every day life is more difficult than it is for others...

For the "others," help is readily available. Because of their economic situation, education, culture, and social integration into their communities, they have access to support and counseling services.  Unfortunately, for tens of thousands of people in the Milwaukee area this is not the case.  For many of these people, The Counseling Center of Milwaukee (TCCM), which offers comprehensive mental health services to people desperately in need of them, is the only option.

Counseling & Group Services

Counseling Services

Those seeking counseling are often dealing with issues such as the emotional trauma of failed or troubled relationships, a crippling lack of self-esteem or confidence, deep and ongoing depression, or insufficient coping mechanisms.  Other clients are seriously and persistently mentally ill and in the midst of a crisis.  Many are also low-income and unemployed.  Often, they have trouble accessing and identifying mental health and support services.  Their emotional challenges play out at home, at work, and in the community.

TCCM makes a difference in their lives through out-patient short and long-term individual, couples, and family therapy.

Group Services

Often, a solution to personal mental health issues comes in the form of support and therapy groups.  Within these group settings men and women meet separately, or together when appropriate.  There they learn to communicate effectively and deal with problems such as fears and difficulties relating to others, low self-esteem, and life transitions including changes and losses.  These groups typically meet for eight to ten weeks.

Groups are organized around mutually agreed upon topics.  Recent general groups addressed depression, self-esteem, single living, disabilities, and relationship issues.  Other groups were for survivors - men and women who experienced sexual abuse or assaults as children or adults.  Another group counseled parents of children sexually abused or assaulted.

TCCM groups also support those who face issues related to sexual orientation and identity.  TCCM's offerings to lesbian, gay, bisexual and questioning (LGBQ) community reflect our commitment to those who are unable to find community healing elsewhere.

Information and Referral

Annually, TCCM responds to more than 15,000 calls from people seeking information on mental health issues or referrals to resources that will assist them in dealing with mental health-related issues or concerns.

Making a Difference

More than eighty percent of those involved in TCCM's Counseling Services report an improvement in their personal relationships and in their functioning at home, work, or school.

More than ninety-one percent of those participating in our Group Services have reported improved functioning in communication skills, coping skills and healthy personal relationships.

For more information on our individual services click one of the images in the menu below or contact us at info@tccmilw.org