Angela Hernandez, LCSW
Wisconsin LCSW for trauma and mood disorders
- Trauma and mood disorders
- LGBTQ+ affirmative care
- Ages 16 and older
About Angela Hernandez
Angela Hernandez, LCSW, has 19 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups to address a wide range of emotional and relational concerns. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that reflects advanced training in assessment, psychotherapy, and case management. She emphasizes a person-centered, collaborative style that invites clients to help set the goals and priorities for their work together.
Working from a systemic perspective, she addresses stressors related to trauma exposure and PTSD, depression, mood fluctuations, anxiety, and life challenges tied to LGBTQ+ and culturally specific experiences. Her practice serves clients age 16 and older and includes experience with diverse populations such as veterans, BIPOC communities, religious groups, survivors of domestic violence, and people facing dual diagnosis, substance-related concerns, personality disorders, or dissociative symptoms.
Her clinical toolbox draws on a variety of intervention styles to tailor care to each person’s needs, including narrative therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma and eco mapping, experiential and art-based techniques, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, family systems work, and object relations approaches. She frames clients as experts in their own stories and seeks to build on strengths to help people process the past, manage the present, and pursue meaningful, achievable goals for the future.
Working from a systemic perspective, she addresses stressors related to trauma exposure and PTSD, depression, mood fluctuations, anxiety, and life challenges tied to LGBTQ+ and culturally specific experiences. Her practice serves clients age 16 and older and includes experience with diverse populations such as veterans, BIPOC communities, religious groups, survivors of domestic violence, and people facing dual diagnosis, substance-related concerns, personality disorders, or dissociative symptoms.
Her clinical toolbox draws on a variety of intervention styles to tailor care to each person’s needs, including narrative therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma and eco mapping, experiential and art-based techniques, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, family systems work, and object relations approaches. She frames clients as experts in their own stories and seeks to build on strengths to help people process the past, manage the present, and pursue meaningful, achievable goals for the future.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Angela Hernandez have?
Angela Hernandez has 19 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Angela Hernandez a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: WI LCSW 8732-123, UT LCSW 13069232-3501.
In which languages does Angela Hernandez provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Angela Hernandez located?
Angela Hernandez is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Angela Hernandez as my therapist?
You can work with Angela Hernandez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Angela Hernandez work with international clients?
Yes, Angela Hernandez works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Angela Hernandez 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 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s own experience and priorities, creating a collaborative space in which the therapist supports clients as they define goals and draw on their strengths - this approach is useful for a wide range of concerns including life transitions, relationship issues, and self-esteem challenges.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, mood regulation, and addictions by teaching concrete skills and strategies that can be practiced between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness - it can be particularly helpful for intense mood swings, self-destructive behaviors, and high emotional reactivity.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and can adapt techniques as work progresses.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and therapists can also offer live chat or text-based messaging for more frequent check-ins or when scheduling is challenging. These options make care more accessible across locations and allow treatment to fit into busy lives.