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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Delafield, WI
Gals Institute is a collaborative group of licensed clinicians dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services for individuals and families. Founded in 2015 by Deanna Marincic, MSW LCSW, we specialize in therapy, resiliency-building workshops, and support groups tailored to ages five and up. Our team of 20+ providers includes licensed therapists, mental health prescribers, and life coaches who utilize evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and family systems therapy. We prioritize accessibility through in-school services across nine Waukesha County districts, ensuring care integrates seamlessly into clients' lives. With expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, we emphasize prevention, healing, and community education.Our multidisciplinary approach addresses diverse needs, from parenting challenges to end-of-life planning, while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards. We collaborate with treatment teams to deliver personalized care, supported by a 2024-25 partnership with multiple school districts. Our financial transparency policy includes Good Faith Estimates for self-pay clients, and we offer flexible appointment options, including virtual visits with our psychiatric nurse practitioner. Through workshops, speaking engagements, and nonprofit initiatives, we strive to destigmatize mental health and empower families across Wisconsin.
Services
Therapy Services
Life Coaching
Psychiatry Services
Support Groups
Workshops
In-School Counseling
End-of-Life Planning
Parenting Coaching
Trauma Treatment
Anxiety Management
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have 10 years of experience providing family-centered mental health care
- Our team includes 20+ licensed therapists and mental health prescribers
- We utilize evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and family systems therapy
- We offer in-school services across nine Waukesha County districts
- We provide financial transparency with Good Faith Estimate requirements
Services
Therapy Services
Our licensed therapists provide individualized mental health treatment for ages five and up using evidence-based approaches. We specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and family systems therapy while collaborating with other healthcare providers. Services include in-person and virtual appointments with flexible scheduling options.
In-School Counseling
We partner with nine Waukesha County school districts to provide confidential mental health services during school hours. This program addresses anxiety, behavioral issues, and social-emotional development without disrupting students' schedules or family routines through our trained school liaison therapists.
Psychiatry Services
Our board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner offers evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning for patients 12+. Services include psychopharmacology consultations and virtual appointments with Terri Alm, who brings 25+ years of mental health nursing experience and specialized training in research evaluation.
Resiliency Workshops
We deliver trademarked workshops focused on social-emotional development, addiction prevention, and confidence building. These programs, developed by our founder, are available in schools and community settings through our nonprofit initiative, Gals On The Go Project foundation.
Support Groups
We facilitate peer support groups addressing specific mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, and family dynamics. Groups are led by licensed clinicians and focus on skill-building, emotional regulation, and creating supportive networks for participants across different age groups.
People
Deanna Marincic
Owner & Clinic Supervisor
Founder of Gals Institute with 10 years of experience in mental health. Specializes in EMDR, CBT, and family systems therapy. Developed trademarked prevention programs and established school partnerships across nine districts to improve mental health access.
Terri Alm
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified PMHNP with 25+ years in mental health nursing. Specializes in psychopharmacology and research translation. Provides psychiatric evaluations and treatment plans for patients 12+ through in-person or virtual appointments.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide services for children as young as five through adults of all ages, with specialized programs for adolescents, families, and seniors.
Do you offer in-school mental health services?
Yes, we partner with nine Waukesha County school districts to provide confidential counseling services during school hours through our school liaison therapists.
What therapy approaches do you use?
Our clinicians utilize evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, EMDR, family systems therapy, and ACT, tailoring treatment to each client's specific needs and goals.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (262) 337-9770 to schedule an intake assessment. We offer in-person appointments at our Delafield clinic and virtual visits with our psychiatric provider.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide financial agreements with self-pay rates. Contact our billing specialist for details about payment options and Good Faith Estimates for non-insured services.
What crisis resources are available?
For emergencies, dial 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Our website provides information about local crisis hotlines and immediate mental health resources.
Reviews (1)
Jamie Eutin
Jun 19, 2019
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My daughter sees a therapist at GALS and also the nurse practitioner and we have had nothing but a positive experience. My daughter is learning and using coping strategies for her anxiety and actually looks forward to her appointments with her therapist.
