Hi! I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in Illinois. I received my Masters from the University of Illinois and have been practicing for 4 years. I have a deep passion for working with children, teens and adults. I have experience as a school social worker in the school setting and private practice setting. I am certified in CBITS (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Specialized in Trauma). I have treated a range of issues spanning the life-span including depression, anxiety, family-of-origin issues, and life transitions. I am also passionate about working with individuals who have struggled with relationships, low self-esteem/body image issues, and bullying.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions. I will focus on getting to know you as an individual and from there discuss challenges you are facing. This will help me create a treatment plan for us to work through in follow up sessions. My main goal is to provide you a safe place where you can feel comfortable to express how you are feeling.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Having worked with children, teens, and young adults, I've developed a solution focused approach to help you identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create goals that leads to measurable progress. I am extremely empathetic and open minded and understand what struggle can look and feel like. I am patient and caring and will do my best to help you grow.

About Eleni Kaitson