Mental Health Counseling
ADVOCAP is proud to partner with local mental health provider Collaborative Wellness to expand access to counseling services in Fond du Lac. Through this partnership, licensed therapists will offer appointments at our ADVOCAP office, making care more accessible for our community. Virtual appointments may also be available. These services are provided by independent mental health professionals who maintain their own scheduling and insurance billing. All participating therapists accept Medicaid, and many accept a wide range of additional insurance plans.
What to expect
Our shared therapy suite at ADVOCAP provides a safe, confidential, and welcoming space for therapy appointments, access to a variety of providers and specialties, convenient location in downtown Fond du Lac, and therapists who understand the unique challenges facing our community.
Please note: Appointments are scheduled directly with therapists, either by phone or email. Please do not contact ADVOCAP to set up appointments.
Meet the therapists
Alyssa Carlson, MSE, LPC-IT
“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
Joan’s work focuses on helping clients of all ages build self-understanding and self-love. She integrates multiple therapy approaches to support personal growth and healing, while working to reduce stigma around seeking help. 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
Appointment Cost & Insurance Coverage
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.
How to Schedule 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.
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.
