Meet the Therapists
Alyssa Carlson, MSE, LPC
“It’s good to be loved—but profound to be understood.” Alyssa believes that understanding ourselves helps us live happier, healthier lives. She works with individuals, couples, and families using a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to promote balance and growth. Insurance accepted: Aetna, Optum (UHC/UBH/UMR), Chorus, Anthem/BCBS, Network Health, Medicaid, WPS, Quartz, The Alliance, Advocate Aurora, Tricare (doctor referral required), Cigna/Evernorth.
Contact Alyssa: 920-322-5370 | alyssa@practicalbalance.net
Joan Barfield, MSE, LPC-IT
Growth and healing are deeply personal, evolving processes. Using an integrated, highly personalized approach, I guide clients through their individual therapeutic journeys to foster authentic self-discovery and lasting positive change.
A core part of my practice is demystifying the therapy process. Whether I am working with young children, adults, or couples, my goal is to remove the stigma and barriers around mental health so you feel safe, heard, and valued from day one. I truly believe that building a foundation of self-love and self-acceptance is the key to cultivating healthier lives, stronger families, and thriving relationships. I would be honored to support you on your care journey.
Insurance accepted: Aetna, Optum (UHC/UBH/UMR), Chorus, Anthem/BCBS, Network Health, Medicaid, WPS, Quartz, The Alliance, Advocate Aurora, Tricare (with doctor referral), Cigna/Evernorth.
Contact Joan: 920-979-3157 | joan@raeofsunshinecounseling.com
Scheduling an Appointment
To schedule an appointment, please reach out directly to one of the therapists listed above. Virtual appointments may be available. Email and phone numbers are listed for each therapist under their biographies.
Appointment Cost & Insurance Information
All therapists accept Medicaid. Additional insurance coverage varies by provider (see above). Sliding-scale or self-pay options may be available depending on the provider. Please contact the individual provider for more details about accepted insurance and session pricing.
Therapists are independent providers and not employees of ADVOCAP. ADVOCAP provides this office space as part of our work to support community health and wellbeing.
