Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Waukesha
Gals Institute is a collaborative group of licensed clinicians dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services for families. Founded by Deanna Marincic, MSW LCSW, we have delivered prevention programs and research-based therapy for ten years, specializing in family systems care. Our team has grown to include 20+ clinical and in-training licensed therapists, mental health prescribers, and life coaches who bring extensive expertise to our practice.We prioritize accessible care through in-school services and timely psychiatry appointments while offering resiliency workshops and support groups for all ages. Our mission remains focused on empowering families through prevention, healing, and community collaboration in the Lake Country Area.
Services
Therapy Services
In-School Services
Psychiatry Services
Life Coaching
Support Groups
Resiliency Workshops
End of Life Doulas
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have 10 years of experience in family systems mental health care
- Our team includes 20+ licensed therapists and mental health prescribers
- We offer in-school therapy services for children's accessibility
- We provide timely psychiatry appointments without long wait times
- Our services integrate life coaching with traditional mental health care
Services
Therapy Services
Licensed therapists provide individual, family, and group therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Our clinicians specialize in family systems approaches to address anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Services integrate evidence-based practices with personalized care plans to promote emotional well-being and resilience.
In-School Services
Licensed therapists deliver mental health support directly within participating schools. This initiative improves accessibility for students needing emotional regulation and social skills development. Schools must partner with us to implement this service, ensuring convenient care without transportation barriers for families.
Psychiatry Services
We offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults. Our mental health prescribers provide timely appointments to address treatment-resistant conditions, mood disorders, and complex mental health needs. Services focus on integrating pharmacological treatment with ongoing therapeutic support for comprehensive care.
Life Coaching
Certified life coaches provide goal-oriented sessions for individuals and parents seeking practical strategies for daily challenges. Our coaching complements therapy by focusing on habit formation, stress management, and achieving personal growth objectives through structured accountability frameworks.
Resiliency Workshops
Interactive workshops teach evidence-based coping strategies for stress, trauma recovery, and emotional regulation. Participants learn mindfulness techniques, communication skills, and self-care practices applicable across different life stages. Workshops cater to both youth and adult populations with age-appropriate content.
People
Deanna Marincic
Owner and Founder
Deanna Marincic, MSW LCSW, established Gals Institute a decade ago to provide family-centered mental health care. With extensive clinical experience, she leads our team of 20+ providers in delivering prevention programs and research-based therapy services across Waukesha County.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for families?
We provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families, plus psychiatry services, life coaching, support groups, and resiliency workshops for ages 5+.
How can I check if my school partners with GALS Institute?
Contact our office directly to verify if we have in-school therapy partnerships with your specific school district in Waukesha County.
Do you offer immediate access to psychiatry services?
Yes, we provide timely psychiatry appointments for adolescents and adults without extended wait times for assessments and treatment.
What makes your life coaching different from traditional therapy?
Our life coaching focuses on practical goal-setting and personal development alongside traditional therapy for comprehensive mental wellness support.
Are your services available outside Waukesha County?
Our primary service area is Waukesha County, but we recommend contacting our office directly to discuss potential availability in surrounding regions.
