Linda Skoug, LPC

Compassionate, trauma-informed counseling in Wisconsin

Trauma-informed care
Evidence-based strategies
Flexible online sessions

About Linda Skoug

Linda Skoug is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with 13 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional challenges. She draws on a trauma-informed, compassionate approach that supports clients working through anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and a range of life transitions. Linda combines practical strategies with empathic listening to help clients build resilience and clearer self-understanding.

Her clinical work addresses issues such as stress, intimacy-related concerns, addictions, grief, parenting struggles, and coping with major life changes. She also supports people dealing with attachment challenges, abandonment, adoption and foster care experiences, and mood or personality-related concerns. Linda emphasizes creating an affirming space where clients can explore past wounds, strengthen their relationships, and pursue personal growth. As an LPC she uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person, helping them identify goals and tools that fit their needs and preferences.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Linda Skoug have?

Linda Skoug has 13 years of experience.

Is Linda Skoug a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: WI LPC 2551-125.

In which languages does Linda Skoug provide therapy?

Linda Skoug provides therapy in English.

Where is Linda Skoug located?

She is located in Wisconsin.

How can I work with Linda Skoug as my therapist?

You can work with Linda Skoug through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Linda Skoug work with international clients?

Linda Skoug does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Linda Skoug cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Attachment and Cognitive Approaches for Effective Online Care

Linda Skoug integrates Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into online work to address relational patterns and everyday thoughts and behaviors. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current connections and emotional responses, helping clients understand and shift patterns that affect intimacy and trust. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work and is treated as a collaborative process. Linda partners with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies over time so the treatment fits each person’s situation and pace.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible access to care. These options make it easier to attend appointments around work, family, and travel, and allow clients to continue therapy during life transitions or when in-person visits are not convenient. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured, goal-oriented therapy while maintaining continuity of care.

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