About Us

ABOUT CONNECTIONS COUNSELING SERVICE

Calm, Professional Support When Life Feels Heavy

Reaching out for support takes courage—especially when you’ve been carrying a lot on your own.

At Connections Counseling Service, we provide evidence-based mental health care for adults, couples, and veterans who want practical, respectful support during difficult seasons of life.

Our work is grounded, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel steadier, clearer, and more capable of handling what’s in front of you.

A Thoughtful, Individualized Approach

No two people experience stress, anxiety, or trauma in the same way. That’s why we don’t use a one-size-fits-all model.

Our clinicians take the time to understand your experiences, strengths, and goals before recommending next steps. Support is tailored to you—your pace, your needs, and what actually helps you move forward.

We focus on:

  • Reducing emotional overwhelm

  • Building practical coping tools

  • Improving communication and relationships

  • Supporting long-term emotional stability

Experienced, Credentialed Care You Can Trust

Connections Counseling Service is made up of licensed mental health professionals with training in evidence-based counseling approaches.

Our clinicians bring experience working with:

  • Anxiety and chronic stress

  • Trauma and life transitions

  • Relationship and family challenges

  • Emotional regulation and burnout

We combine professional expertise with genuine care—creating a space that feels both structured and supportive.

What Working Together Feels Like

People often tell us they appreciate that our approach is:

  • Calm and non-judgmental

  • Clear and collaborative

  • Practical without being impersonal

You won’t be rushed, talked down to, or pushed to share more than you’re ready for. This is your process—we’re here to support it.

In-Person and Telehealth Options

We offer both in-person and secure telehealth appointments to make care accessible and flexible.

During your free 15-minute consultation, we’ll talk through what you’re looking for and help you decide whether working together feels like a good fit.

You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply ready for support, a brief conversation can help clarify next steps.

Schedule your free 15-minute consultation today.

No pressure. Just a chance to talk.

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Meet the Founder

Joseph Burclaw, MA

Licensed Professional Counselor

CSAC, LPC, ICS, NCC

Specialties: Anxiety • Trauma • Relationships • Stress Management and Depression

Works With: Adults • Older Teens (case by case)

Availability: In-Person + Telehealth

Warm, structured support focused on practical tools and lasting change.

Joe is a member of these organizations:

Veterans of Foreign Wars.

American Legion.

Wisconsin Counseling Association.

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce.

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What Happens in Your Free 15-Minute Call:

  1. We clarify what’s keeping you stuck

  2. I explain exactly how my approach differs from traditional talk therapy

  3. You leave knowing your next step — whether we work together or not