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Trusted Therapists & Counselors in Appleton, WI

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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 therapists & counselors in Appleton, WI by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Us 2 Behavioral Health Care Inc with a 4.4-star rating from 58 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Fox Valley Counseling & Diagnostics and Jennifer M. Houtz, LPC. The average rating across all listed therapists & counselors in Appleton is 4.7 stars from 12 reviews per business on average.

Therapy in Appleton: $100–$250/session without insurance; $20–$60 copay in-network. Many offer sliding scale.

Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

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Top Rated Therapists & Counselors

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Us 2 Behavioral Health Care Inc

4.4(58 reviews)

4650 W Spencer St, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

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Fox Valley Counseling & Diagnostics

5.0(22 reviews)

301 Nicolet Blvd, Neenah, WI 54956, USA

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Jennifer M. Houtz, LPC

5.0(12 reviews)

3329 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

Therapists & Counselors Rankings in Appleton, WI

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Us 2 Behavioral Health Care Inc4650 W Spencer St, Appleton, WI 54914, USA4.458
#2Fox Valley Counseling & Diagnostics301 Nicolet Blvd, Neenah, WI 54956, USA5.022
#3Jennifer M. Houtz, LPC3329 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA5.012
#4Roots of Healing LLC3375 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA5.07
#5Anchor Counseling & Consulting, LLC821 E 1st Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, USA4.811
#6Reflection Counseling1620 S Lawe St, Appleton, WI 54915, USA5.07
#7Walk By Faith Counseling, LLC620 E Longview Dr ste c, Appleton, WI 54911, USA5.02
#8Alternative Pathways Psychological Services, LLC602 N Waldoch Dr #100, Appleton, WI 54913, USA4.511
#9Mindful Living Counseling, LLC3701 Boyd Ct, Appleton, WI 54915, USA4.25
#10Shifting Perspectives3121 W Spencer St Suite D, Appleton, WI 54914, USA5.02

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026

All Therapists & Counselors in Appleton

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Roots of Healing LLC

5.0· 7 reviews

3375 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

5

Anchor Counseling & Consulting, LLC

4.8· 11 reviews

821 E 1st Ave, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

6

Reflection Counseling

5.0· 7 reviews

1620 S Lawe St, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

7

Walk By Faith Counseling, LLC

5.0· 2 reviews

620 E Longview Dr ste c, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

8

Alternative Pathways Psychological Services, LLC

4.5· 11 reviews

602 N Waldoch Dr #100, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

9

Mindful Living Counseling, LLC

4.2· 5 reviews

3701 Boyd Ct, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

10

Shifting Perspectives

5.0· 2 reviews

3121 W Spencer St Suite D, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

11

Badger Counseling

5.0· 1 reviews

436 E Longview Dr Suite A, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

12

Wellness Counseling Center

3.4· 12 reviews

1703 S Oneida St suite d, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

13

Full Circle Counseling Services LLC

4.7· 13 reviews

477 S Nicolet Rd #12, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

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First Light Counseling Services LLC, Laurel 'Lori' Howard-Boardman, MSSW, LCSW

5.0· 2 reviews

2508 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

15

Sagent Behavioral Health - Appleton

3.8· 36 reviews

2500 E Enterprise Ave Unit B, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

16

Brianna L. Wolcott, MSW, BSW

5.0· 12 reviews

1531 S Madison St, Appleton, WI 54915, USA

17

Hope Rising Counseling Services

4.6· 10 reviews

1512 S Driscoll St, Appleton, WI 54914, USA

18

Purple Lotus Counseling, LLC

3.7· 9 reviews

412 E Longview Dr STE C, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

19

Dignity Counseling Collective, LLC

5.0· 1 reviews

128 N Durkee St, Appleton, WI 54911, USA

20

Wisconsin Wellness

5.0· 11 reviews

5643 W Waterford Ln, Appleton, WI 54913, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions — Therapists & Counselors in Appleton

What is the difference between a psychologist, LPC, LCSW, and psychiatrist in Appleton?

Psychiatrists (MD) can prescribe medication and diagnose. PhD/PsyD Psychologists provide therapy and can do psychological testing. LCSWs (Licensed Clinical Social Workers) focus on life circumstances and behavioral patterns. LPCs (Licensed Professional Counselors) specialize in talk therapy and mental health counseling. All four can provide effective therapy — the right choice depends on your needs and whether medication may be relevant.

How do I find a therapist in Appleton who takes my insurance?

Call your insurance company's member services line or search their online provider directory. When you reach a therapist's office, ask specifically: "Do you accept [insurance name] for in-network benefits?" In-network therapy typically costs $20–$60 per session (copay) instead of $100–$250 out of pocket. Psychology Today's directory at psychologytoday.com lets you filter by insurance.

How much does therapy cost in Appleton without insurance?

Private pay rates typically run $100–$200/session for LPCs and LCSWs, and $150–$300 for psychologists. Many therapists offer sliding-scale fees based on income — it's worth asking directly. Open Path Collective (openpathcollective.org) lists therapists offering $30–$80 sessions for qualifying clients.

How long does it typically take to see results from therapy?

Research shows meaningful improvement in 8–16 sessions for most anxiety and depression cases. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) tends to show results fastest. Complex trauma or personality-related concerns may take longer. A good therapist will set measurable goals with you in the first 1–3 sessions and reassess regularly.

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About This Therapists & Counselors Directory — Appleton, WI

This page lists and ranks 20 therapists & counselors serving Appleton, WI as of May 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.7 stars, with an average of 12 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked therapists & counselors in Appleton by our algorithm is Us 2 Behavioral Health Care Inc (4.4 stars, 58 reviews). Therapy in Appleton: $100–$250/session without insurance; $20–$60 copay in-network. Many offer sliding scale.

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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