Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Grief and 3 more.
New to Grow
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're managing anxiety, depression, past trauma, or navigating major life changes. You don't have to go through it alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide compassionate, evidence-based telehealth therapy through EmpathicPath, making it easy to access support from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I specialize in working with adults and older adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, health changes, retirement, loss of independence, and other life transitions. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll explore what's holding you back, build practical coping strategies, and work toward greater resilience, emotional well-being, and a more fulfilling life. Wherever you are in your journey, I'm here to help you take the next step with confidence and hope.
During our first session, we'll spend time getting to know one another and discussing what brings you to therapy. I'll ask about your current concerns, personal history, strengths, and what you hope to achieve through counseling. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions and determine whether we're a good fit. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing at your own pace. Together, we'll begin to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, identify patterns that may be contributing to your challenges, and discuss a personalized approach to help you move toward greater clarity, confidence, resilience, and self-compassion. There is no pressure to have everything figured out our first session is simply the beginning of your healing journey.
I believe that effective therapy is built on a strong, trusting relationship where you feel heard, respected, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, creating a space where you can be yourself while working toward meaningful change. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), acceptance-based strategies, and solution-focused techniques, tailoring each session to your unique needs, strengths, and goals. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I work alongside you to develop practical skills, increase self-awareness, and build lasting resilience. Clients often appreciate that our sessions feel like supportive conversations with purpose compassionate, engaging, and focused on helping you make real progress both in and outside of therapy.
Adults and older adults who are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling to navigate life's challenges are often a great fit for my practice. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, grief, relationship concerns, or major life transitions such as retirement, health changes, or changes in independence. Some know exactly what they want to work on, while others simply know that something doesn't feel right and are ready for support.
Other specialties
I identify as
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you manage difficult thoughts and emotions without feeling controlled by them. Instead of trying to make uncomfortable feelings disappear, we'll learn ways to respond to them with greater calm and confidence. Together, we'll focus on what is most important to you, build practical coping skills, and take small, meaningful steps toward the life you want to live. My approach is supportive, practical, and tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. Together, we'll identify unhelpful thinking patterns that may be keeping you stuck and replace them with healthier, more balanced ways of thinking. You'll learn practical skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and everyday challenges so you can feel more confident, improve your mood, and handle life's ups and downs more effectively.