Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Self Esteem, Life Transitions and 1 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than four years of experience supporting individuals as they navigate life's challenges, transitions, and opportunities for growth. My ideal clients can be emerging adult looking for a safe place to land as they figure out who they are and where they're headed, or adults who feel overwhelmed by the demands and chaos of life and are looking to regain their footing. I take a person-centered, relational approach to therapy, which means I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of the healing process. I strive to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. I approach each person's story with curiosity, compassion, and a nonjudgemental perspective, recognizing that every journey is unique. While therapy can involve difficult conversations, I also believe there's room for humor along the way. When appropriate, I enjoy brining warmth, authenticity, and a little laughter into sessions to help make the process feel more approachable and human.
During our first session, we'll chat about what therapy is like and what you can expect moving forward. We'll also take some time to get to know each other, talk about what brings you in, and see how we can work together to support your goals.
My approach to therapy is rooted in building a genuine, trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and supported. Because I used person-centered and relational approach, I believe that no two clients and no two therapy journeys, are the same. Together, we'll create a space that is tailored to your unique experiences, strengths, and goals, allowing our sessions to reflect what matters most to you and your growth.
My dream client is someone standing at the edge of growth, whether they are an emerging adult learning how to navigate independence for the first time, or an established adult who has checked all the expected boxes yet feels unfulfilled by the rhythm of a career-centered life. I am especially drawn to working with individuals who are asking deeper questions: Who am I beyond what I do? What kind of life feels meaningful to me? For emerging adults, this often looks like exploring identity, clarifying values, and building confidence in decision-making while managing the uncertainty that comes with change. For those further along in their careers, it may show up as burnout, disconnection, or a quiet sense that life has become overly routine and lacks joy or purpose. In both cases, I strive to create a space where clients can pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves in an authentic way. I have a strong passion for supporting individuals who are working to build self-esteem and reshape the narrative they hold about their worth. Together, we explore patterns of self-doubt, internalized expectations, and the barriers that prevent them from fully stepping into who they can become. I believe that confidence is not something we simply find, it is something we cultivate through self-awareness, compassion, and aligned action. Equally important, I enjoy helping clients identify and build supportive communities where they feel seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. Humans are not meant to thrive in isolation and finding spaces that nurture authenticity can be transformative. My goal is to support clients in blossoming into fuller, more connected versions of themselves living lives that feel not only successful on the outside but genuinely fulfilling on the inside.
Other specialties
I identify as
Person-centered (Rogerian)
You are the expert of your own life. By using a person-centered approach, I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, discover your own answers, and grow. I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Instead of spending a lot of time exploring the past, Solution-Focused Brief Treatment focuses on what’s already working for you. It helps you build on your strengths and take clear, practical steps toward the change you want.