Tory Koetterhagen

Tory Koetterhagen is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical, down-to-earth help for stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. She practices in Wisconsin and brings seven years of professional experience to her work. Tory speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps feel manageable for someone under pressure.

She uses problem-solving talk and structured techniques to help people handle day-to-day struggles. Tory adapts sessions to what each person needs, whether that means focusing on coping skills, grief work, or building confidence. She emphasizes clear goals and small changes that add up over time.

Tory also helps people navigate life transitions and questions about life purpose. Areas she often addresses include aging and geriatric concerns, commitment issues, communication problems, family-related stress, and end-of-life or hospice matters. She pays attention to multicultural concerns and seasonal mood changes when those are relevant.

Her approach draws on methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to create straightforward plans. Tory aims to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring conversations to individual needs. She encourages people to take the first step and offers steady support as they work toward clearer goals.

If someone wants to see if she is a fit, they can start with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment according to availability.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavior changes. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem by breaking problems into manageable parts.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help people who struggle with intense feelings, overwhelm, or trouble communicating with others.

Solution-Focused Therapy centers on goals and what works in a person’s life now. Sessions look for strengths and small, achievable steps that move someone toward what they want to change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Tory will work with each person to decide which methods and goals fit best, and she will adjust plans as needs and priorities change.

Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time so sessions fit around work or family responsibilities. Ask about the specific session formats offered when arranging a first visit.