Elaine Antin, LCSW

Experienced Wisconsin LCSW for life challenges

25 years experience
Calming non-judgmental presence
Works with international clients

About Elaine Antin

Elaine Antin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Wisconsin with more than 25 years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy. She has worked across public and private hospitals as well as smaller agencies, consistently focusing on mental health care for people facing a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, and schizophrenia. Her background also includes counseling older adults and individuals with physical disabilities, and she emphasizes seeing people beyond diagnostic labels to help them regain skills for coping and daily living.

Elaine describes her approach as eclectic, drawing on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered methods, humanistic approaches, and brief family therapy to tailor care to each person. She values the therapeutic relationship as the central vehicle for change, cultivating trust, compassion, empathy, honesty, and respect to create a space where positive shifts can occur. Clients say she has a calming effect, and she aims to be open and non-judgmental while helping people relearn or build coping strategies.

Elaine believes therapy does not always have to be heavy; she will laugh with clients when appropriate but never laugh at them. She welcomes the opportunity to support people as they work to take back their lives and move toward greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elaine Antin have?

Elaine Antin has 25 years of experience working as a counselor and practicing psychotherapy.

Is Elaine Antin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as WI LCSW 980-123.

In which languages does Elaine Antin provide therapy?

Elaine Antin provides therapy in English.

Where is Elaine Antin located?

Elaine Antin is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Elaine Antin as my therapist?

You can work with Elaine Antin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elaine Antin work with international clients?

Yes, Elaine Antin works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elaine Antin 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can produce real benefits. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many clients.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility - clients can choose the mode of connection that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during travel or relocation, and access support from home.

Therapists offering remote care are licensed professionals, and people may switch to a different therapist at any time if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, practical way to work on coping skills, emotional concerns, and relationship issues with a trained professional.

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