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Dr. Michael Altekruse

Dr. Michael Altekruse

WI Psychologist 2118-57

Wisconsin

Practical, respectful help for life changes

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At a glance

Credentials
WI Psychologist 2118-57
License
Psychologist, Wisconsin / 2118-57
Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Location
Wisconsin

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    • Motivational focus
    • Practical techniques
    • Calm and caring

    About Michael

    Dr. Michael Altekruse is a Wisconsin psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship strain, and ADHD. He aims to understand what brought someone to therapy and what matters most to them.

    He listens first and asks about goals. He pays attention to what gets in the way of reaching those goals. Sessions are practical and down to earth, with room for humor when it fits.

    Dr. Altekruse draws on several approaches to tailor sessions to an individual's needs. He uses Motivational Interviewing to explore readiness for change and to build motivation. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person's pace and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that feed distress.

    Over his career he has worked in college counseling centers and a school district, which gave him experience with many life stages and concerns. That background informs how he talks about parenting, fatherhood issues, and career shifts, among other topics.

    People who come for help can expect a respectful and calm tone. He does not present himself as someone with all the answers. Instead he invites people to decide what actions they are willing to take and supports them while they try new ways of coping.

    Dr. Altekruse encourages anyone who has taken the first step to seek help to keep going. He looks forward to discussing goals and working together to move toward them.

  2. How these approaches translate to online work

    Dr. Altekruse uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify what they want and build the motivation to make changes. That approach focuses on open questions and listening, which helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about taking the next step. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at unhelpful thinking and small behavior shifts that can reduce anxiety or low mood.

    Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past. Together they will try approaches that fit the client's needs and adjust them over time if needed.

    Practical benefits of online therapy can include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and fewer barriers to keeping regular appointments. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm which options are offered before booking. Online work can make check-ins quicker on a busy day or allow fuller sessions when more time is available, and it supports carrying strategies learned in sessions directly into everyday life.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepressionADHD

    Additional focus areas

    AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersSelf-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    25+ years

    Listed in

    Wisconsin

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does he address?

    He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, ADHD, and related issues such as attachment, abandonment, and impulsivity.

    How would you describe his therapy style?

    He listens closely and works collaboratively on goals, using a down-to-earth, respectful, and sometimes humorous approach to problem solving.

    What is his professional background?

    He has 25 years of experience and has worked in college counseling centers and a school district, giving him a broad perspective on different life stages.

    What are his credentials and where is he based?

    He is a Wisconsin psychologist with the credential WI Psychologist 2118-57 and practices in Wisconsin.

    In which languages are sessions offered?

    Sessions are offered in English and he does not take international clients at this time.

    Which session formats does he provide?

    Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before scheduling.

    How is cost handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with him?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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