I am a licensed Licensed Clinical Social Worker and hold Type 73 Certification as a School Social Worker in the state of Illinois with 10 years of professional work experience. I graduated with my master's degree in social work at Aurora University.
I have experience supporting families through trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and parenting. I have worked with individuals and families in a variety of settings such as crisis intervention, schools, and the residential setting. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
I draw from various therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I aim to make each and every individual feel supported, safe, and heard in the therapeutic space. I think knowing the whole person and utilizing their strengths are key to empowering clients in reaching their goals. 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: Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
IL LCSW 149.021966