It is not easy to be vulnerable, and it can be uncomfortable to open up, so I am honored every time a client chooses me to be that person. I greet every client with empathy, patience, honesty, and no judgment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and have been practicing since 2013. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Indiana State University. My experience includes working with individuals impacted by trauma, substance abuse, HIV, grief and loss, and transition.
I am very passionate about my work because I believe everyone has the capacity to learn, change, and create a better quality of life. My approach with clients is holistic, meaning I look at all areas of their life to create strategies that meet their needs. Additionally, I integrate cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based perspectives into my sessions. No matter who you are or where you are in your journey, I look forward to starting this path with you!
Specialties
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Addiction
- Alcohol / Substance Use Issues
- Anger Management
- Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
- Bereavement / Grief and Loss Counseling
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Depression
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Geriatric Therapy
- Infertility Trauma
- Life Coaching / Life Transition
- Marriage
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Mood Disorders / Swings
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Trauma
- Women's Health Issues
Languages spoken
- English
Gender
Female
Pronouns
she/her/hers
In-network insurances
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Self Pay
- United
Education and training
- Indiana University - Masters in Social Work