Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MS License: LPC College:Email: andrea@sebastianfp.com
Leng Lee, MSW, LCSW
Leng has undergraduate double majors in Psychology and Social Work and a MSW in the concentration of Mental Health and Substance Abuse from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Leng is a Hmong therapist, practicing in Milwaukee, WI under an LCSW and is a dual clinician with Substance Abuse Specialty Authorization. Leng works with clients from all background but specializes in serving the Hmong community, as well other refugee groups, who struggles with mental health and AODA challenges. Leng has over 17 years of clinical experience, is a clinical supervisor, and oversees the Refugee Mental Health program at Sebastian Family.
Job Title: Psychotherapist & Refugee Program Manager Education: MSW License: LCSW w/ Substance Abuse Specialty Authorization College: University of Wisconsin - Madison Email: leng@sebastianfp.com
Aaron Pressie, MSW, CSAC
Aaron Pressie is a Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). He received his undergraduate degree from UW-Milwaukee and his graduate degree in Community Mental Health from Trinity College of Vermont. Aaron provides individual and family counseling, and mental health consultation to schools. His interests include working with children and families who have been affected by substance abuse and mental health issues, as well parent education issues. Aaron is a strong advocate of cognitive behavioral counseling, motivational enhancement therapy, Adlerian counseling practice, and culturally competent mental health services. Aaron serves on the advisory board of the Serenity Inn, AODA residential placement and has supervised multiple treatment programs in Milwaukee and Connecticut.
Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MSW License: SAC College: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee & Trinity College of Vermont Email: aaron@sebastianfp.com
Peter Ruta , Ph.D., STL, LMFT
Dr. Peter Ruta received his PH.D in 1988 from Loyola University in Chicago, Il. In 2005, he completed his education in marriage and family therapy from the Family Training Institute in Milwaukee, WI. Dr. Ruta is currently licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Ruta’s professional interests include working with adults, families, and refugees. He has a range of experience from teaching to ministry work in the United States and other areas such as, Tanzania. Dr. Ruta is an active member of the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NCAA) and has been employed with SFPP, LLC since 2005. He is fluent and has working knowledge in a variety of languages including but not limited to, Kihaya, Kiswahili, Italian, and French. Dr.Ruta is also a Retired (not active) Board Certified Member of NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains).
Job Title: Marriage and Family Therapist Education: Ph.D., STL License: LMFT College: Loyola University Email: peter@sebastianfp.com
Andrew Bagley, MSW, LCSW
Andrew obtained his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Andrew has a vast array of experiences in working with families, adolescents, and children through Milwaukee County’s Child Welfare System for approximately five years. Andrew is adept to working with clients who struggle with AODA and Mental Health related issues. He is well versed in working with culturally diverse populations. Andrew is practicing under a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MSW License: LCSW College: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Email: andrew@sebastianfp.com
John V. Muweesi, MS, LPC, SAC
Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MS License: LPC College: Email: john@sebastianfp.com
Dawn Shelton-Williams, MSW, LCSW
Dawn Shelton-Williams, MSW, LCSW has professional experience and expertise in the areas of mental health, health care, and child welfare. She earned her master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the State of Wisconsin. Ms. Shelton-Williams has provided clinical services to children and families for over 31 years. Her clinical area of interest is working with women of color suffering from Anxiety and Depression Disorders. Ms. Shelton-Williams is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers -WI Chapter. She is the immediate past President of the NASW-WI Board and currently the Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for NASW-WI. In August 2022, Ms. Shelton-Williams was re-appointed to the Governor’s Wisconsin Council on Mental Health. Ms. Shelton-Williams actively serves on several community boards.
Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MSW License: LCSW College: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Email: dawn@sebastianfp.com
Margaret Nabawanda, MSW, LCSW
Job Title: Psychotherapist Education: MSW License: LCSW College: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Email: margaret@sebastianfp.com
Denise Batton, MS, LMFT
Denise Batton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has over 15 years of working with families in the helping profession. Denise is currently supporting Individuals, Couples and Families with Sebastian Family Psychology Practice.
Denise treats a wide range of clinical concerns such as marital concerns, relational concerns, anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, individual psychological concerns, child-parent concerns, and life transitions.
Job Title: Marriage and Family Therapist Education: MS License: LMFT College:Email: deniseb@sebastianfp.com