Building connections, providing support, and promoting student health and well-being.
What is the ROOTS Program?
The School District of Oakfield is committed to promoting the health and wellness of all students. We are proud to offer a continuum of emotional and mental health support to meet our student's needs.
In partnership with local agencies, the School District of Oakfield offers mental health services beyond what is offered in a typical school setting. These services are provided by licensed therapists and are available during the school day to meet the needs of our students.
Alicia Hans, MSW, LCSW is the Clinical Supervisor for a private practice mental health group in Fond du Lac, WI specializing in pediatric mental health and community mental health consultation. Ms Alicia received a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison in 2010 and has extensive professional training and experience in the treatment of mental health disorders, particularly those common for children, such as ADHD, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and PTSD. She is a dynamic, authentic mental health clinician, embraces a trauma-informed, strengths-based, person-centered approach, and is LGBTQ+ allied. Specializing in child, adolescent, teen, and parent services, Ms Alicia incorporates a variety of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and creative stylistic approaches to assess symptoms and behaviors, identify treatment needs, and create a safe and supportive space to establish trust and rapport and clients in interactions focused on achieving progress towards goals. Treatment services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, taking into consideration their age, developmental stage, cultural values, and individual circumstances.
Ms Alicia is passionate about preventative programming for mental health, including suicide prevention, increasing access to community mental health services and is a well-connected, active volunteer in the Fond du Lac community. Ms Alicia places a high value on ethical practices, competency and dedicates considerable time to ongoing professional development and clinical research - all with a cup of coffee, of course.
Education: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Agency: Alicia Hans, LCSW
Danyel Syms
Danyel Syms is one of the Mental Health Therapists that will be providing school-based services at Oakfield. Danyel provides therapy for a wide range of clients including children, teens, families, adults, couples, and groups. Her areas of specialty include addressing issues related to mood, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, AODA, and dual diagnoses. Danyel is knowledgeable in a variety of treatment modalities including Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and uses a Strengths Based Approach.
Education: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Agency: SSM Behavioral Health
Kayla Weinberger
Kayla Weinberger is a Licensed Professional Counselor - IT. Kayla focuses on anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, body image, and eating concerns, within her practice. Kayla utilizes a person-centered, collaborative, strengths-based, and holistic therapy approach when working with individuals. At the core of her approach is the belief that people heal through authentic and empathic connections. Kayla values creativity, often using art, music, and play in sessions. She is passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ populations, children and teens in their schools, and with service members and/or their families. Kayla's goal is to provide a safe, affirming space where individuals feel truly heard.
Education: University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Agency: SSM Behavioral Health
Leslie Wessel
Leslie Wessel, BSW, is a Counseling Student Intern, expected to graduate from UW–Oshkosh in December 2025 with her Master’s in Professional Counseling, specializing in Clinical Mental Health. Leslie joined Alicia Hans’ team in January 2025 and has since been supporting youth and families through individual counseling, skill-building, and emotional support, with a focus on fostering resilience and mental wellness.
Leslie brings with her a strong foundation in social work and a deep commitment to youth mental health. Leslie has experience working with youth through various volunteer roles and school-based programs. She is passionate about bridging the gap in mental health services for children, adolescents, and teens, believing that all students should have access to quality mental health care. She recognizes the current gap in mental health services for school-aged children and is passionate about being part of the solution. Guided by the belief that every individual has the capacity to grow, heal, and lead a meaningful life, Leslie aims to support youth and their families in realizing their strengths, developing their skills, and discovering their passions.
Education: University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Agency: Alicia Hans, LCSW
PaNou Lee
PaNou Lee is a Licensed Professional Counselor- IT, who received her Masters in Professional Counseling from Concordia University. PaNou provides therapy for kids and adolescents. Her therapeutic approach utilizes cognitive behavioral, client-centered, solution-focused and psychoeducational modalities. PaNou’s clinical experiences includes providing treatment for individuals with trauma, anxiety, depression, and anger. PaNou is also trained in EMDR and Bio-feedback.
Education: Concordia University - Wisconsin
Agency: SSM Behavioral Health
Tanya Wald
Treatment of children, adolescents and their families with school related problems and at risk behavior. Life transition issues including career changes, school to work and divorce. Interest in depression, anxiety and woman’s concerns. Special interest in using the process of art making to enhance the therapy experience.
Education: Bachelors Degree, Art/Minor in Psychology, Wisconsin Lutheran College, Milwaukee. Masters in Science in Art Therapy, Mount Mary College, Milwaukee