Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois. I received my Masters from Aurora University and I have been practicing for 4 years. I am a warm, empathetic therapist who helps adults become the best versions of themselves. I work to help people understand who they are and manage their various stressors, anxieties, and emotions. I identify as non-binary and I have been helping members of the LGBTQ community since I began my career as a therapist. Not only do I help members of my community, such as aiding transgender individuals in getting gender affirming care, but I extend my services to everyone. I have aided a wide variety of individuals with various identities, my various use of treatment modalities can help anyone who wants to take me on as their therapist.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, I go over the intake form submitted by you. We will walk through it together and engage in any expansions needed on what you have already written. We will discuss your goals for therapy, as well as confidentiality, no show and late cancel fees, and session times and consistencies you'd like to have. I also like to leave my clients with coping skills that are relevant to them. We will also discuss which of their goals are the most important and prominent to them so we can start working on said goal at the next session.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths are my go with the flow approach to therapy, it helps my clients feel relaxed and able to take the sessions where they feel they need to go. Aside from that, I'm also capable of a more structured therapeutic experience for clients who would prefer it. I am a good listener, empathetic, and honest with my clients. Therapy sessions are tailored to you as the client, I will meet your needs based on what you are looking for.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am best positioned to serve individuals who are 18 and over. My specialty is with the LGBTQ community, who I have been serving for four years. My clients are ready to make changes for themselves, where I can help guide them through their individual needs. I work together with my clients to achieve the best results, as I view our relationship as a partnership where we can work towards your individual goals.