Maria Mostek LPC, Milwaukee - Bayview Therapist

In Polish, Mostek means “little bridge”

Hi, I’m Maria Mostek,

she/her/hers

(And no, I’m not just going to nod and ask how that makes you feel.)

People often think it’s only for "crisis mode" or that it involves sitting in a stuffy office with a stranger who writes secret notes about your childhood.

I’m here to change that.

I’m a therapist who believes that mental wellness is less about "fixing what’s broken" and more about mental wellbeing. It’s for the people who are doing a lot, carrying a lot, and realize they’d like to actually enjoy the life they’ve built.

My Approach: Professional, Not Stuffy

I bring a high level of clinical competence to the table, but I leave the clinical coldness at the door. I’m a real person—which means I’m relatable, I have a sense of humor, and I’m not afraid to call it like I see it.

We might be walking through a park in Milwaukee or chatting in a session, but the goal is always the same: Getting you back to feeling like yourself.

  • If you’re perpetually stuck at a crossroads or exhausted by overthinking, you’re my favorite kind of client. We’ll step beyond the traditional pros-and-cons lists, cut through the noise, and finally help you to take action.

  • If you’re usually the one everyone else leans on, this is the one space where you don’t have to have it all together.

  • Whether we’re doing "walk-and-talk" therapy or meeting more traditionally, we’re going to keep things moving forward.

A few other fun facts. I was a college athlete - running XC and track. I grew up in Madison, WI, but have lived in Milwaukee for almost 10 years & I’m a Marquette University Alumnus. I have two cats and love all sorts of creatures. I’ve been sober since 2021. I enjoy mountain biking, running, bouldering, hiking, and snowshoeing.

I’m here to help you navigate the messy parts of life with a bit of grace and a lot of practical strategy. You can be yourself here—humor, sarcasm, frustration, tears, and all.

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (WI LPC 7377-125)

    Master’s in Counseling (M.Ed), DePaul University

    Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marquette University

    Bachelor of Science - Psychology

  • Motivational Interviewing Certificated,  UW-Madison

    Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach

    MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) Certified

    Strong Interest Inventory Certified

  • Safer Spaces

    Implicit Bias, Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race & Ethnicity

    Unlearning Racism, YWCA

    Lethal Means Counseling - Zero Suicide Training

    Intersectional Authenticity with LGBTQ+ Clients

    Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety and Depression

  • Wildlife Rehabilitation Center at the Wisconsin Humane Society

    Milwaukee Street Angels, non-profit serving those experiencing homelessness

    MADACC - dog walking

  • Master Gardener of Southeastern WI, UW Extension

    Avid National Park Traveler - 22 parks and counting

    Cat Mom

    Collegiate Athlete - Track & XC

  • American Counseling Association Member

    National Career Development Association Member

Qualifications

Maria Mostek, Milwaukee therapist
gallup certified strengths coach