Marriage & Family Health Services
Our mission is to provide the highest quality community-based counseling services for individuals, families, and groups in their own communities. We assist each client and employee to reach their maximum psychological well being. Marriage & Family Health Services works to contribute to the community and the profession to which we belong.
Established in 1982, Marriage & Family Health Services (MFHS) offers a full range of assessments and therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Through our branch offices, day treatment programs, and in-home options, Marriage & Family Health Services is proud of our role in the communities of western Wisconsin.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality community-based counseling services for individuals, families, and groups in their own communities. We assist each client and employee in reaching their maximum psychological well being. Marriage & Family Health Services works to contribute to the community and the profession to which we belong.
On behalf of Marriage & Family Health Services, Ltd. I would like to express our appreciation for considering us for your counseling needs. Since our inception in 1982, much has changed in our world and local communities. Although MFHS has grown in size, one of the things that has not changed is our dedication to providing honest, compassionate care. You will have your privacy maintained while you work with our team of licensed professionals. Our staff utilizes state-of-the-art, evidence-based therapeutic models to help our clients reach their goals. Please review the various staff introductions, and programs we offer to find the best match for you and your level of need. Again, thank you for considering Marriage & Family Health
Dr. Johnston founded MFHS and created Mikan Trauma Reprocessing and Resculpting Therapy. He had over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families. Dr. Johnston’s experience with trauma included working in an inpatient psychiatric unit during the Vietnam war, organizing a combat stress unit during Desert Storm, and over 15 years of working with traumatized children in the Mikan programs.
Dr. Johnston completed his Master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy at University of Wisconsin-Stout and in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing at the University of Texas-San Antonio. His doctorate in Clinical Psychology was earned at the Union Institute. Dr. Johnston was a licensed Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Nurse. He was also a retired Associate Professor for the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, and a retired Lieutenant Colonel for the United States Army Reserve. Dr. Johnston was a member of the American Psychological Association.