Arbor Place, Inc. is happy to announce the addition of Heidi Wilson, LPC to our outpatient clinic. Heidi is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in child and adolescent mental health counseling. Specific interests include: family therapy, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, emotional and behavioral regulation, and sensory integration. She is available to see new clients at Arbor Place's outpatient clinic in Menomonie and new office in Boyceville.We asked Heidi to tell us a little about herself:

"I graduated from UW -Stout with a masters of Counseling specializing in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Counseling.  I enjoy volunteering within my community and love spending as much time as possible with my family.  I have a passion for the arts in all forms and especially dance and theater.  I teach a community theater and dance guild called 'Dancing for a Cause'.  We are a small group of parent supported kids ages 4-13 who participate in small productions that incorporate tap, ballet, and jazz techniques." 

"I decided to work in the field of mental health as a continuation of my interest in the brain and psychology.  I always knew I wanted to work in the social sciences;  Mental health incorporates this interest with my primary goal of working with others in a helping field.  I have always had a connection with children, adolescents and families so specializing in this area of the work was a natural choice for me."

What have been some rewarding experiences working at Arbor Place?  

 "Iwas very lucky to have had the opportunity to work in the Arbor Place Prevention office as an Americorp Member back in 2004.  I was still in school and able to get the career experience of being part of a dedicated group working towards strengthening programs within Dunn County.  It was my first experience of seeing how grant money can and does, bring positive change to our communities.  I'm so excited to be back at Arbor Place and seeing that organizations such as the Partnership for Youth, Anger Management and the Wisconsin Wins is still active and helping so many others.  One of my favorite projects when I was an Americorp Member was when I ran a middle school girl's group called Girl Power.  From this experience I learned how connecting with youth in a group setting can set the stage for positive formation of self esteem, social interactions and peer support.   

I am so excited to see that Arbor Place is still partnering with other agencies such as Dunn County Human Services, 4-H, and UW-Extension to name only a few among many organizations within Dunn County who connect to strengthen our community.  Having worked with other professionals, families, individual and caregivers with disabilities across the state of WI, I am honored to be here in Dunn County where these agencies are pairing up to meet the needs of families and their citizens.  I think one of the greatest assets we have to offer is our service, care and knowledge to others, and seeing first-hand how many people continue to come together is an amazing honor to once again be a part of."

If you would like to contact Heidi, please call our main office at 715-235-4537 or click here.  

Arbor Place, Inc. has recently opened a new outpatient branch office in Boyceville, Wisconsin.  The office is located within the People's State Bank Building on State Highway 79.  Currently, the clinic is staffed on a part-time schedule.  Heidi Wilson (featured above) is the clinician available for appointments at the Boyceville office.  

"I have wanted to add another counselor to our outpatient clinic for some time.  However, our current office space is limited.  By opening a branch office, it has allowed Arbor Place, Inc. to expand staff and appointment availability," states Jill Gamez, Executive Director. 

Also sited at the branch office, is an organization Arbor Place, Inc. is partnering with - The Giving Tree Counseling and Resource Center, LLC.  The Giving Tree is a community based agency that works towards integrating families and individuals from all walks to find the supports they need.  Heidi Wilson works as a parent mentor and advocate to promote support during IEP's, and within meetings that are stressful for parents, individuals, and caregivers. 

All new and existing clients can be seen at the Boyceville office.  Appointments can be scheduled through our main office at 715-235-4537.  For more information about The Giving Tree Resource Center, please contact Heidi Wilson at  715-643-2445.