Michael Gerst
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Michael loves his work which includes working with individuals who have experienced trauma both complex & single incident experiences. Certified in EMDR.
Michael Gerst, LCSW loves his work which includes working with individuals who have experienced trauma both complex and single incident experiences. Michael is certified in EMDR by EMDRA (EMDR therapy international association). He has found that addiction and trauma often go together in clinical cases. Currently, EMDR is the main focus of his treatment style, but he uses Internal Family Systems therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational therapy as well. Areas of interest: Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, Depression Mindfulness Practice Young Adults and Adults in Stage II Recovery from Addictions EMDR Education: MSW, University of Loyola, Chicago MA, Spirituality, St. Louis University M. Div, Aquinas Institute Licenses and Certification: LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of WI Orofessional Affiliations: National association of Social Workers
Practice hours (CDT)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Childhood Abuse
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Trauma
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Internal Family Systems Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Training
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Door can be opened easily
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Dean Health Plan – Wisconsin
- Quartz – Wisconsin
- In-network insurance
Credentials
Licenses
LCSW
7213-123, Wisconsin