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Alesia Bates, LCSW

Warm, collaborative therapy for life’s challenges
  • CBT and DBT support
  • Holistic goal focused care
  • Adults young adults elders

About Alesia Bates

Alesia Bates is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a credential for clinicians trained to provide mental health therapy, with 8 years of experience supporting adults, young adults, and elders. She brings warmth, empathy, and understanding to her work, approaching each client as a unique person with a distinct story, strengths, and goals.

Her style is collaborative and non-judgmental, with an eclectic, integrated approach designed to meet clients where they are. She draws from multiple therapy methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and supportive psychotherapy, tailoring sessions to the challenges a client is facing and the outcomes they want to build toward.

Alesia views therapy as an active partnership that considers the many parts of a client’s life and how they connect. She takes a holistic perspective to help clients identify practical next steps, develop coping tools, and navigate change with greater clarity. Based in Wisconsin, she also works with international clients and welcomes the opportunity to learn more about what brings each person to therapy and to begin the work together.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alesia Bates have?

Alesia Bates has 8 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Alesia Bates a licensed therapist?

Yes. Alesia Bates is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License information: WI LCSW 8477-123.

In which languages does Alesia Bates provide therapy?

Alesia Bates provides therapy in English.

Where is Alesia Bates located?

Alesia Bates is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Alesia Bates as my therapist?

Clients can work with Alesia Bates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing care to fit different schedules and communication preferences.

Does Alesia Bates work with international clients?

Yes. Alesia Bates works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alesia Bates cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Care

Alesia Bates integrates practical, skills-based approaches that can work especially well in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and replacing them with more supportive, realistic alternatives. It is often used when stress, anxiety, depression, or big life transitions start to affect daily functioning.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. This can be helpful for people who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, struggle with conflict, or want steadier coping strategies during periods of change.

Client-Centered Therapy provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where the client’s goals guide the pace and direction of sessions. It can be a strong fit for exploring grief, self-esteem concerns, or questions about purpose and identity.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Alesia works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want to change, what has or has not worked before, and what feels most comfortable, then adjusts the plan as goals evolve.

Online therapy also offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into busy routines and different communication styles.

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