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About Family Service

When Life is Hard, We're Here to Help

Family Service is an independent, non-profit counseling center that provides state-of-the-art psychotherapy, education, and advocacy services to anyone needing help across life's continuum - every age, every stage. Founded in 1964, the agency was the first non-profit counseling clinic in Waukesha County. 

At Family Service we know that mental and emotional health are the basis for confident individuals, good parents, happy children, strong families, and productive communities. 

Our Leadership Team

Board of Directors
 

President

Michael Contreras

Vice Presidents

Alex Pyke

and

Gregory Johnson

Secretary

Andrew Farris

Treasurer

Scott Wille

Members

Erin McCarthy

Martin Pepe

Patrick Reardon

Chad Robinson

Micheal Finn

Sherri Schickert

Christopher Spahr, MD

Angie Stemo

George Moore

Richard Niles

Renee Kasper

Family Service Directors

Executive Director

Melissa Carini

Clinical Director 

Dr. Beth Warnes

Operations Director

Jessica Bumber

Finance Director

Kellie Knapp

We assure confidentiality every step of the way.

Mission Statement

Building stronger communities, strengthening families, and empowering individuals through compassionate, life changing programs and behavioral health services.

Vision Statement

To create a community where every person is supported, safe, and has a positive sense of well-being.

counseling • support • compassion.

Whether an issue is effecting your life or you can’t escape what’s inside your head, we’re here to help.

  • Anxiety

  • Trauma

  • Parenting

  • Divorce/Changing

  • Family Circumstances

  • Work Issues

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Domestic Violence

  • Financial Problems

  • Anger Management

  • ​Bullying

  • Depression

  • Post-Traumatic Stress

  • Drug & Alcohol Abuse

  • Marriage & Relationship Problems

Common frequently asked questions

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