LCPC, 9 years of experience
I’m not the kind of therapist who just listens quietly—I believe therapy should give you practical tools you can use in your daily life. My hope is that, over time, you’ll feel confident and resilient enough that you no longer need therapy at all. My approach is practical, brain-based, and rooted in compassion, I will help you understand your nervous system, explore where you feel stuck, and build easy-to-use techniques that support you in everyday life. You don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’ll sit with you through it, and together we’ll build the steps that help you feel grounded, stronger, and more at ease. I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, OCD, life transitions, burnout, low self-esteem, and tough emotions like anger. My approach is practical, brain-based, and rooted in compassion.
I begin by conducting an assessment to understand your presenting concerns, symptoms, background, and goals for therapy. Together, we collaboratively establish specific and achievable therapy goals that serve as the foundation for our work together.
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to meet you where you are. I believe therapy should be as unique as the person in front of me, so I tailor my approach to fit your needs, preferences, and goals. I draw from a variety of evidence-based techniques and stay current with the latest research to make sure you’re getting effective, compassionate care.
I work best with people who are ready for change—even if they’re not sure where to start. My clients are often thoughtful, caring, and hard on themselves. They might get stuck in cycles of overthinking, worry, or self-doubt. Many put everyone else’s needs first and struggle to make space for their own. They come to therapy wanting tools, not just talk. They’re curious about how their brain and body work, open to trying new strategies, and willing to take small steps toward big change. I especially enjoy working with people who are navigating anxiety, OCD patterns, stress in relationships, or major life transitions. My clients want to feel calmer, more confident, and more in control—not by forcing themselves to “just think positive,” but by learning practical skills to break old cycles and create new ones.
Evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors to promote positive change and improve overall well-being. My experience with CBT spans a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-related disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and various other mood and behavioral issues.
Promotion of psychological flexibility through acceptance. I've found that helping clients cultivate acceptance of their thoughts, emotions, and experiences can lead to profound shifts in their relationship with themselves and others.
In my practice, mindfulness-based therapy has been a transformative approach for helping clients cultivate greater self-awareness, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being.
In my practice, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) has been an effective and valuable approach for helping clients who have experienced trauma to process their experiences, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and reclaim their lives.
Mind-body therapy recognizes the interconnectedness of mental and physical health. I work with clients to explore the ways in which their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs impact their physical health and vice versa. By addressing both aspects simultaneously, clients can experience profound healing and transformation.
1 rating with written reviews
April 3, 2025
I felt better after just one therapy session with her .