Comprehensive evaluation and individualized treatment
Broad Spectrum Therapy, Art Therapy, Massage Therapy and Support Groups
Ongoing and varied types of communication with staff
Welcome to Valiant Mental Health! My name is Troy Whiteman, and this practice was started because of my passion for helping people grow and change. I work with individuals to identify and understand how thinking, core beliefs, and past experiences can impact life. Those same concepts are used to help identify specific strategies to create change and to commit to making those changes intentionally. I believe that you have the power to positively impact your life.
I have been fortunate to collaborate with other skilled and compassionate professionals. Recognizing the diversity of mental health needs, I have teamed with these professionals to implement a combination of approaches to assist you in reaching personal growth goals. Art Therapy is provided by Jennifer Bethel through Primitive Soul Art Therapy. Massage Therapy is provided by Amy Whiteman through Iaomia Massage. Other specialized services can be obtained through connections with local mental health providers. In addition, medication management is offered through a referral process.
Troy Whiteman, LPC, obtained a Master's Degree in Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has over 20 years of experience as a mental health provider. Troy has practiced in various settings including county agencies, private practice, school and within a hospital clinic. His practice focus is to encourage patient growth and change through an emphasis on patient strengths and learning change strategies.
Jennifer Bethel, MS, ATR, is a registered art therapist with 20 years of practice in psychotherapy. She specializes in helping individuals and families through stress, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma sexual assault, and crises counseling. Jennifer has worked with diverse populations in out-patient clinical settings, in-patient, and community based healing services. She is the founder of Green County’s Shakespeare on the Edge, Inc.
Amy Whiteman, LMT, is a licensed massage therapist with over 2 years experience. She received her training at East-West Healing Arts Institute in Madison, WI. Amy has performed massage in many different venues, including chair massage at Monroe and New Glarus Farmers' Markets and other local businesses. She specializes in deep tissue and sports massage, and offers cupping and guasha. Amy is devoted to reducing muscle pain and improving plasticity.
Java has one year experience being a calm companion in therapy sessions. He earned a Certification of Completion for a K-9 Basic Obedience Class on December 29, 2016 at Das Hund Haus, LLC in Evansville, WI. Java provides companionship and kindness to humans and other living creatures. Java assists with sessions at patient request or when the situation is appropriate. His favorite toy is a stuffed duck, and his best friend is a cat named Siri.