Dana Fritche, LCSW
Wisconsin LCSW supporting recovery and growth
- Addictions and motivation
- Bipolar and depression
- Self-esteem and confidence
About Dana Fritche
Dana Fritche is a Wisconsin-licensed clinician who brings a strengths-based, client-centered approach to mental health and substance use counseling. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she combines seven years of social work experience with four years focused on clinical mental health and substance abuse treatment, helping people navigate challenges such as addiction, motivation struggles, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. Dana emphasizes the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and builds on existing strengths to support lasting change.
She approaches the therapeutic relationship with empathy and encouragement, recognizing that taking the first step toward a fuller, more satisfying life often requires courage. Dana works collaboratively with clients to identify practical goals and develop tools for managing mood, increasing motivation, and improving self-confidence. Her practice centers on meeting people where they are and offering steady support as they work through what is holding them back.
Whether someone is seeking help for mood challenges, addictive behaviors, or self-worth concerns, Dana aims to create a respectful, hopeful space for growth and healing while guiding each person toward clearer direction and improved well-being.
She approaches the therapeutic relationship with empathy and encouragement, recognizing that taking the first step toward a fuller, more satisfying life often requires courage. Dana works collaboratively with clients to identify practical goals and develop tools for managing mood, increasing motivation, and improving self-confidence. Her practice centers on meeting people where they are and offering steady support as they work through what is holding them back.
Whether someone is seeking help for mood challenges, addictive behaviors, or self-worth concerns, Dana aims to create a respectful, hopeful space for growth and healing while guiding each person toward clearer direction and improved well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dana Fritche have?
Dana Fritche has 4 years of clinical experience in mental health and substance abuse counseling.
Is Dana Fritche a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: WI LCSW 11252-123.
In which languages does Dana Fritche provide therapy?
Dana Fritche provides therapy in English.
Where is Dana Fritche located?
Dana Fritche is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Dana Fritche as my therapist?
You can work with Dana Fritche through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dana Fritche work with international clients?
Dana Fritche does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dana Fritche cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 with therapy 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.
Client-Focused Approaches for Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy invites people to lead the conversation about what matters most to them. The therapist offers empathy, acceptance, and reflective listening while supporting clients to clarify goals, build on strengths, and make decisions that align with their values. This approach is useful for people seeking greater self-understanding and motivation to change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT teaches practical skills for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood instability by breaking problems into manageable steps and building new coping strategies.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines validation with skills training in areas such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can help individuals who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship conflicts by offering concrete tools to navigate difficult moments.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work Dana does with each person. She collaborates with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adjusts methods over time so the treatment fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across life changes, and access support from the comfort of one’s own environment while working with licensed professionals and therapists.