I am a clinical therapist with over 8 years of experience in the counseling and community mental health space. I work primarily with adolescents and adults who are looking for support in managing depression, anxiety, or coming to terms with major life transitions. I also take a strong interest in assisting individuals work through burnout and establish an effective work-life balance. I believe that each person comes into therapy with unique and complex challenges, and as such I take a holistic approach to therapy. I draw particularly from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when addressing depression and anxiety, and place a strong emphasis on self-compassion and radical acceptance. I utilize narrative therapy when assisting individuals develop an understanding of their experiences as part of their larger story when addressing trauma. My goal is to assist you in building a better understanding of yourself in a non-judgemental and empathic way.

Insurance: BCBS PPO and United Healthcare

Life is challenging and ever- changing and sometimes we need support to navigate. I am a therapist and coach dedicated to guiding individuals and couples to align with their values and create meaningful change. I integrate body-based support utilizing movement, nature, sound (Safe & Sound Protocol), and regulation for supporting change and trauma recovery. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health, couples communication, and Somatic Experiencing (Advanced Level 2) and I use skills from these modalities to meet my clients where they are. I guide clients through life transitions, self-compassion, mindful eating, and relationship connection. My approach incorporates all the different parts of oneself and I believe the client is the expert of their own journey. Additional supports include coaching workshops using seasons, movement, and books. All therapy and coaching services are self pay. Contact to set up a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss options for support.

As a psychotherapist for 25 years, I support people to find solutions, make changes to deal well with life challenges and have more satisfaction in life. I offer empathic and practical approaches to help with a variety of psychological and social challenges, including relationship issues, anxiety, depression, parenting, work, grief, and coping well with health issues.  My collaborative approach helps people increase their ability to deal with stress and frustration with more calm and take the next steps to creatively solve problems. I offer individual therapy with adults, both in person and virtually, as well as training and consultation for practitioners. I am in network with BC/BS PPO and Medicare.

With over 30 years of experience as a therapist, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, particularly teenagers, navigate life’s challenges. My work is rooted in supporting clients through a wide range of issues including relationships, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, family addictions, adoption, and identity exploration.

As a passionate advocate for inclusivity, I founded one of the first LGBTQ support groups in the Chicagoland area, demonstrating my deep commitment to helping people embrace their true identities. I also facilitated a support group for Children of Addicts for 25+ years, which taught me invaluable lessons about resilience and the healing power of community.

In our sessions, my primary goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely heard. I believe that building a strong, authentic connection is essential for effective therapy, and I am committed to being transparent and honest as we work together.