Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 35 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Life Transitions, Peer Relationships and 3 more.
(she/her)
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with experience in both private practice and inpatient hospital settings. I enjoy building strong, positive relationships with my clients and using humor to help foster connection in session. I’m human too — I strive to be a relatable and approachable therapist, creating an open, collaborative, honest, and supportive space where you can be yourself without filtering.
During the first session, expect a relaxed and welcoming environment where we'll get to know each other. I'll ask about your background, what brought you to therapy, and what you're hoping to achieve. We'll discuss any concerns or questions and begin setting initial goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
I create a welcoming and relaxed environment where you can feel at ease being yourself. I enjoy bringing authenticity, humor, and a little quirkiness to sessions, which helps break down barriers and makes it easier to connect. My goal is for you to feel comfortable, seen, and supported.
My ideal clients are individuals navigating anxiety, career transitions, work-life balance challenges, interpersonal distress, or conflict within family and friend relationships. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to move forward and are seeking support to better understand themselves, improve communication, manage stress, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting, and sustainable change in their personal and professional lives.
Other specialties
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Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UMR - Advocate Aurora Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my practice, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy involves collaboratively identifying and challenging negative thought patterns, setting specific goals, and equipping clients with practical skills to foster positive change and empower them in their mental well-being journey.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Cognitive processing involves working with clients to explore and reframe their thought processes, particularly those linked to trauma or distressing experiences. In my therapeutic experience, guiding clients through cognitive processing techniques has entailed helping them identify and reevaluate negative cognitions associated with their trauma, promoting adaptive thinking and contributing to their healing and emotional well-being.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
In my practice with mindfulness-based therapy, I've guided clients in cultivating present-moment awareness and non-judgmental observation of their thoughts and emotions. This approach involves incorporating mindfulness techniques, such as breath awareness and meditation, to enhance self-awareness and promote a more balanced response to stressors. Clients have found these practices valuable in reducing anxiety, improving focus, and fostering a greater sense of overall well-being.