Psychotherapy Services in Wisconsin

Your Story Matters. Your Healing Matters. One Step at a Time.

EMDR for Trauma and Perinatal Mental Health Therapy in 

Jefferson County, WI

Virtually throughout WI & FL   

(920) 342-4105     

Understanding your story

Maybe you've spent years being the strong one, caring for others, or pushing through—even when you're struggling inside. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you don't fully understand.


Sometimes, these struggles are rooted in childhood experiences, trauma, or attachment wounds. Life transitions like pregnancy, birth, parenthood, or loss can bring old wounds to the surface, too.


At Stepping Stones Psychotherapy, we create a warm, supportive space to slow down, understand your story, and make sense of the experiences that have shaped you. Together, we can work toward greater self-understanding, healthier relationships, and meaningful change—one step at a time.


Healing is possible, even when it feels far away.

About Stepping Stones Psychotherapy, LLC

Owner and therapist of Stepping Stones Psychotherapy; Liz Hunkins, LCSW.

What Therapy With Me Looks Like

I'm Liz Hunkins, LCSW Owner and Therapist at Stepping Stones Psychotherapy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide EMDR trauma therapy and mental health treatment for adults virtually in Wisconsin and Florida. My specialty lies in supporting individuals navigating trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and perinatal mental health. 

  • You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy; we will navigate your journey together. 
  • In my practice, there’s no judgment—you can express those fears and thoughts you’ve found hard to voice. 
  • My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, relational, compassionate, and authentic. I believe that therapy shouldn't be a one-size-fits-all process. We'll tailor our methods to suit your individual needs and goals. 
  • My clients often describe me as warm, engaging, approachable, and easy to connect with.

Recognizing Your Growth 

Progress doesn't mean life will always feel easy.  Sometimes it's noticing that you recover more quickly after a stressful moment, setting boundaries with greater confidence, or showing yourself more compassion. Together, we will focus on what matters most to you and recognize the small, meaningful changes that help you move forward.

Stages of growth for therapy.

How can therapy help?

Therapy is about creating a space where you can understand yourself more deeply and make sense of what you've been through. 

 I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, and IFS. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may keep you feeling stuck, process experiences that impact your present, and develop coping strategies that serve you both in and out of therapy. 

  • I specialize in EMDR Trauma Therapy for individuals dealing with Trauma, PTSD, or Complex PTSD - situations where the past affects the present through anxiety, relationship issues, emotional responses, or a diminished sense of safety. I also support those addressing attachment wounds linked to their trauma experiences. 
  • Perinatal Mental Health - I help individuals navigate challenges during pregnancy, postpartum experiences, birth, loss, or the transition into motherhood, especially when things don't go as expected. 
  • For clients experiencing Birth and Medical Trauma - support for those whose medical experiences, pregnancy, delivery, diagnoses, or treatments have resulted in feelings of anxiety, powerlessness, anger, disconnection, or fear. 
  • In addressing Women's Mental Health - I assist clients feeling overwhelmed or disconnected due to societal expectations, relationship dynamics, identity struggles, or significant life changes. 

My other areas of focus include:

  • Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Disconnection - I help those whose minds won't slow down, continuously worry, or feel persistently sad or irritable, and those who feel like they are merely going through the motions of life without a sense of self. 
  • Life Transitions - I support individuals grappling with change and trying to redefine their identities and navigate what comes next.  
  • Relationships & Boundaries - I work with clients who struggle with over-giving, people-pleasing, or difficulty in asserting themselves, as well as those who find themselves repeating relational patterns they don't fully understand.

Next Step

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable. You may wonder  whether therapy will help, or whether you'll feel comfortable talking to someone you never met. Those questions are normal.


First step can be a conversation.  We'll talk about what's bringing you in, what you're hoping might change and whether I might be the right therapist to walk alongside you.


Wondering if we're a good fit? Call (920) 342-4105 or click below (Start Your Journey Today) to schedule directly for a free 15 minute Consultation. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at steppingstonespsychotherapywi@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Yes!  Currently in-network with following plans:

  • Aetna 
  • Aetna Medicare Wisconsin
  • Amerihealth Administrators 
  • Amerihealth Medicare WI 
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Wisconsin (PPO)
  • Ascension (Smart Health)
  • BadgerCare/Forward Health Medicaid Wisconsin
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Curative
  • HealthPartners WI
  • HealthPartners Medicare WI
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey (virtual network)
  • Independence Blue Cross-Medicare Wisconsin
  • Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania (virtual network)
  • Medica Medicare
  • MHS Health WI
  • Optum/UHC/UBH/UMR
  • UHC Medicare

EAP Plans:

  • Amazon EAP
  • Cigna EAP
  • Optum EAP
  • Teach for America Benefits EAP
  • UAW/UMass Benefits EAP

Yes!  If we do not accept your insurance plan, or if you prefer not to use insurance, we also offer self-pay options.  Some clients prefer self-pay because it allows for greater confidentiality; more flexibility in treatment length and goals. 


We do offer a limited number of sliding fee scale spots based on financial need. Please reach out if interested in more information.  

The initial assessment (first session) is generally 50 minutes with follow up appointments are typically 45-55 minutes in length.  Sessions are generally weekly or biweekly depending on goals of treatment. All sessions are conducted via Telehealth with a HIPAA compliant platform.  The client must be in the state of Wisconsin or Florida for services.

Yes - I provide clinical supervision for those in Wisconsin that hold an APSW or an LPC-IT and looking to gain supervision hours towards full licensure.  Supervision focuses on case conceptualization, ethical decision-making, professional identity development, and strengthening clinical skills.


Our goal is to provide a supportive and structured environment that promotes clinical excellence and ongoing professional growth.


Fees are determined if individual or group setting.  

Individual supervision $80 per hour weekly; including any crisis consults, questions during the week.

Group supervision $60 per hour weekly; including any crisis consults, questions during the week.

I am able to provide virtual telehealth therapy services to Florida residents.  


Questions regarding out of state of Florida Telehealth license can be found here:

https://flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/

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"Healing is possible, even when it feels far away."

Our Mission

Stepping Stones Psychotherapy, LLC is dedicated to creating a safe, respectful, and affirming environment where healing can begin one step at a time.  With the support of a licensed therapist, we employ trauma-informed therapy and evidenced-based approaches to help clients understand their experiences, strengthen relationships, and develop the skills necessary for lasting change, all focused on enhancing mental well-being.  


Privacy Policy

 

Stepping Stones Psychotherapy, LLC Privacy Notice

At Stepping Stones Psychotherapy, LLC ("we," or "us"), we value the privacy of individuals who use our websites and related services (collectively, our "Services"). This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and share the personal information of users of our Services ("users," "you," or "your"). By using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, disclosure, and processing of your information as described by this Privacy Notice.


Personal information is information that identifies or could be used to identify a specific person. Personal information does not include deidentified information (anonymized or pseudonymized) or aggregated information derived from personal information.

We may collect a variety of personal information and other information about you or your devices from various sources, as described below.

                                                                                          Information You Provide to Use

Registration Information. If you sign up to use our Services, or sign up for emails or other updates, we may ask you for basic contact information, such as your name, email address, phone number, and/or mailing address.

Communications. If you contact us directly, we may collect additional information from you. For example, when you reach out to our customer support team, we may ask for your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, or other contact information so that we can verify your identity and communicate with you. We may also store the contents of any message or attachments that you send to us, as well as any information you submit through any of our forms or questionnaires on a HIPAA compliant platform.