RISE Youth & Family Services Mission
Fostering Resilience, Independence, Safety and Education in individuals and families.
Mentoring & Skill Building
Mentoring has been identified as one of the most effective strategies at increasing the high school graduation rate, decreasing teen pregnancy and reducing recidivism rates for criminal behavior. At RISE we provide mentoring at a statewide level. Current partners include, but are not limited to, Dane County Wraparound, Children’s Court Services, CSSW and Saint A.
Crisis Stabilization
Crisis stabilization is a one-on-one service designed to assist and support individuals when they are at their most vulnerable. This service also focuses on preventing youth from escalating into crisis by reinforcing and/or teaching effective coping skills and identifying supports within the family or community. At RISE we provide crisis stabilization at a statewide level. Current partners include, but are not limited to, Dane County Wraparound, CSSW and Saint A.
Outpatient and In-Home Therapy
RISE provides mental health therapy at a statewide level. Current partners include, but are not limited to, Wraparound Milwaukee, Wraparound Dane County, Children’s Court Services, CSSW, Saint A as well as other insurance providers to provide mental health services in the home, in the community or in an office setting. At RISE we also offer mental health services with those who have limited access to insurance by offering sliding fee scales.
Group Therapy
Groups offered at RISE include youth groups on Healthy Relationships, Anger Management, Self-Awareness, Independent Living Skills, RISE Up Group and Parenting Group.
Improv:
Applied improvisation is facilitated by a therapist to improve emotional regulation, social skills and self-awareness in participants while at the same time allowing for a safe space to build self-confidence.
Training & Professional Development
RISE offers training opportunities to agencies and other community partners serving youth and families. See below for details about trainings and consultation services which are currently offered.
Parent Advocacy
A Parent Advocate develops a one-on-one relationship with an individual to provide support, parenting and child development education, safe discipline strategies and assistance in identifying and accessing community supports. The interventions and services are focused on the youth’s needs and are guided by a treatment plan developed by the team working with the youth. Current partners are Saint A and CSSW.
Comprehensive Community Service (CCS) Offerings in Milwaukee and Dane Counties: Individual Skill Development, Psychoeducation, Individual and Family Psychotherapy.
Sara Newman, LCSW has spent the past 20 years working with youth and families in Milwaukee. As Founder and CEO of RISE Youth & Family Services she continues on her journey of serving those in Milwaukee and other communities. In addition to leading the RISE Team, she continues her direct practice as a therapist, a trainer and through her work as a clinical consultant.
Meet the Rest of Our Team!
Jason Ploetz, BA
Assistant Supervisor
Kejuan Stewart
Team Lead, Crisis Stabilizer & Mentor
Kerry Eskra, LPC
Clinic Administrator & Lead Therapist
Stephanie Amerpohl
Mentor & Family Coach
Dave Bent
Mentor & Family Coach
Nicole Coleman
Family Coach & Crisis Stabilizer
Cheree Epperson, LPC-IT
Therapist & Mentor
Haley Feller, BA
Therapy Intern & Mentor
Charles Grant
Mentor & Family Coach
Luis Hernandez
Mentor & Crisis Stabilizer
Jonathan Hughes
Mentor & Family Coach
Leah Kerkman, BA
Program Coordinator
Shekita Murry
Mentor & Crisis Stabilizer
Braeden Newman
Compliance Specialist, Outreach Coordinator & Mentor
Madeleine Newman
Quality Assurance Specialist
Marilin Perez
Clinical Intern
Ezra Quint
Clinical Intern
Shellie Sutter
Administrative Liaison
Elizabeth Ware
Parent Advocate
In this episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor is joined by Sara Newman, the visionary owner of RISE Youth and Family Services and Founder of Project Mosaic, and Ebony Reaves, who is being coached by Sara. They discuss the pivotal role of self-care and mental health in achieving success in various aspects of life and the importance of encouragement, setting boundaries, and having someone to listen. The conversation delves into breaking generational cycles and curses by focusing on mental health and emotional well-being and a commitment to preventing the passing down of negative patterns to their children. This episode provides valuable advice and encouragement, urging viewers and listeners to prioritize mental health and take advantage of available resources for personal growth.