Meet the team

Dana W

Licensed Practical Counselor

dana@vivantllc.com

Dana is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin. Dana received her Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dana also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater. She completed her internship in Compass Counseling. Dana has experience working with children, adolescents and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and anger. Dana has previously worked in case management with severe mental illness and homeless population and as a youth counselor with dually diagnosed children and adolescents. She is passionate about helping individuals identify healthy coping skills and build self-esteem and self worth. Dana strives to help people reach their full potential and cope with the difficulties of this complex world. Dana uses a variety of approaches to help her clients, depending on individual needs. Dana incorporates cognitive-behavioral, psycho-educational, solution focused, mindfulness-based therapies. Treatment is highly tailored to the needs of the client.

Jessica N

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

jessica@vivantllc.com

Jessica is a licensed marriage and family therapist in training and a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Jessica completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in February 2012 from the University of Phoenix and Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2016. Jessica was trained in the area of Systems Theory in which the focus is more on the whole system/family rather than the problem or issue pertaining to one particular person. Jessica is also trained in TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is specialized in General Family Therapy and enjoys working with couples and children between the ages of 10-15.
Jessica uses a variety of approaches to help her clients, depending on individual needs. Through a collaborative effort with the individual, couple, or family, Jessica incorporates principles from cognitive-behavioral, psycho-educational, solution-focused, mindfulness-based therapy, and play therapy based modalities. Each treatment plan is highly tailored to the needs of the client.

Hannah L

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

hannah@vivantllc.com

Hannah has her Master’s degree in Social Work and Mental Health from University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Hannah has previously worked providing individual and group therapy to clients at the inpatient, residential, and outpatient levels of care. She works primarily with adults. She also works with adolescents aged 13 to 17. Hannah incorporates treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy based on the needs of the client.
Areas of specialization include:
Eating disorders
Substance Use
Depression
Anxiety and OCD

Elizabeth L

Advanced Practice Social Worker

Owner/Founder

vivantllc28@vivantllc.com

Elizabeth earned her Master of Social Work from Indiana University in 2015. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 2005. Elizabeth has experience in legal advocacy, adoptions, domestic violence, sexual assault, recovery/AODA, crisis services and adult long term care. Elizabeth founded Vivant Counseling in 2024 after she realized the many barriers to receiving mental health treatment in her community.

Mina P

Licensed Practical Counselor

mina@vivantllc.com

Mina – Mythe Piper has a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Lakeland University.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in American Studies and Sociology.

Mina has past Internship experience at Wood County Human Services working with crisis calls, clients enrolled in Wood County CCS (Comprehensive Community Services) programming, and Bridgeway community-based residential facility clients.  She also completed Internship and Externship at Empower Mental Health Clinic dba Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Consulting LLC where she continued on as a Licensed Professional Counselor providing clients with therapeutic support and empathy within a safe and affirming environment to explore, process, reflect, and gain insight in order to learn how to cope with and manage life stressors, adjustments, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and other emotional challenges.  Mina is also Crisis and TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) trained. 

Mina’s approach focuses on helping the client recognize their positive self-worth, identify what is within their power of control, and working towards creating their own happiness with use of Psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma-informed care, Mindfulness.

Chelsea S

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

chelsea@vivantllc.com

Chelsea has a Bachelors degree in Social Work from UWRF and a Masters degree in Social Work from UW Madison. Chelsea has been a therapist for over 12 years. Chelsea works with a wide range of individuals from children to the elderly. Chelsea has extensive experience with complex trauma, personality disorders as well as family treatment for eating disorders. She is trained in EMDR therapy as well as TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention). Chelsea treats a wide variety of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, and OCD. Chelsea has worked in the Abbotsford School District for 7 years. 

Jade is a spunky Siberian Husky. She will be one in October. She is learning how to help humans when they are starting to have big emotions to help them start to feel better. She loves cuddles, belly rubs and dog bones.

Connie R

Licensed Professional Counselor

connie@vivantllc.com

Connie is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Human Services from University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point and a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Lakeland University. She holds certifications in Psychological First Aid, Crisis Counseling Assistance, Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), as well as Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). Connie has experience providing therapy services to a variety of individuals, particularly children, adolescents, and young adults. She uses a client-centered, eclectic approach to meet the needs and goals of her clients and has a passion for empowering individuals and helping them overcome personal obstacles with an aim to enhance and improve their overall well-being. In her free time, Connie enjoys reading and spending time with friends, family, and her dog, Dell.

MISSION

At Vivant Counseling, our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care that empowers individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every person feels heard, respected, and understood. Through personalized treatment, education, and collaboration, we strive to reduce stigma, promote wellness, and support our community’s mental and emotional well-being.

Vivant is in the following insurance networks:

  • Security Health Plan

  • Security Administrative Services

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • United Health Care

  • UMR

  • The Alliance

  • Centene/MHS Health

  • Veteran Affairs

  • Centivo

  • EBMS

  • Lakeland Managed Care Organization

  • Badgercare/Forward Health/Medicaid

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