Noelle Penshorn, LMFT

Noelle Penshorn is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Wisconsin who brings a systems-oriented perspective to her clinical work. She earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College, where she developed an approach that considers relationships, family patterns, and the broader context around each person. Before pursuing graduate training she completed an undergraduate degree in Fine Art, and she often integrates creative expression into therapy as a way to help people access and communicate difficult feelings.

Noelle emphasizes a strength-based, collaborative process that supports clients in discovering practical solutions and greater clarity about their emotions and needs. She works with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and blended family dynamics, ADHD and bipolar challenges, and life transitions. Her practice also addresses communication problems, family of origin issues, feelings of emptiness or isolation, and workplace or women’s issues.

Guided by approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, and other evidence-informed methods, Noelle helps people recognize patterns, heal emotional pain, and build skills to navigate future challenges. Outside of her clinical work she enjoys creating art, photography, hiking, travel, and spending time at local lakes and beaches with her family and two pet rabbits. She invites prospective clients to reach out to begin the process of finding support.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Relationship and Life Challenges

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while committing to actions that align with what matters most. It can be helpful for anxiety, stress, trauma-related avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and supporting a person’s capacity to explore their own solutions; this approach can be especially useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and navigating relationship concerns. The Gottman Method offers structured tools and exercises to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen connection in couples work, making it a strong fit for intimacy and relationship difficulties.

Noelle approaches treatment collaboratively, helping each person identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together the therapist and client tailor techniques and pacing so the work feels practical and personally meaningful rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy with Noelle is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, while allowing therapists to deliver consistent, relationally focused support without requiring travel.