I am licensed in Illinois with 35 years of professional experience working with individuals of all ages. I have helped clients dealing with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression and general mental health issues. My desire is to see you overcome your problems and thrive in life by providing you with healthy coping skills. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149006017
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I cannot recommend Brenda enough! She is truly a compassionate, caring, and highly skilled therapist. From the very first session, I felt heard and understood, which made a world of difference. She has a remarkable ability to listen without judgment, and her insights are always thoughtful and grounded in deep knowledge.
Each session with Brenda left me feeling lighter, more confident, and equipped with practical skills that I could apply in my everyday life. She not only helped me navigate through tough times, but she also empowered me to grow and develop in ways I never imagined. The tools she taught me have been invaluable and continue to support my well-being.
Brenda has made an incredible, positive impact on my life, and I am so grateful for the work we've done together. If there were more therapists like her in the world, I believe it would be a much better place. She is a true gem, and I am so fortunate to have had her as a therapist.
Written on Jan 09, 2025 after therapy with Brenda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Connecting with Brenda on BetterHelp truly changed my life. From our very first session, I felt an immediate connection, and her support has been invaluable. Brenda helped me gain clarity, navigate tough emotions, and make significant strides in my personal growth. Her thoughtful guidance and insights have empowered me to make positive changes more quickly than I thought possible. I am deeply thankful for her expertise and kindness, and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to work with such a wonderful therapist. Thank you Brenda, for being the highlight of my week.
Written on Dec 19, 2024 after therapy with Brenda for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Brenda’s very straight forward, and kind. I feel comfortable talking to her and working through things.
Written on Oct 30, 2024 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I really appreciate Brenda's wisdom and insight.
Written on Oct 03, 2024 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Brenda was easy to talk to and had very good suggestions about avenues I could try in the form of books or finding resources online. I enjoyed my sessions with her and liked that she had a lot of experience to draw from.
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Brenda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Brenda, I wish we talked way before.
Written on Jul 24, 2024 after therapy with Brenda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and anger management