Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 14 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, Depression and 10 more.
(she/her)
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you feel comfortable being yourself while we work together toward meaningful, lasting change. I believe therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and approachable. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, with a focus on helping you feel heard, understood, and free of judgment. Clients often describe me as approachable, relatable, and easy to talk to, and I strive to make therapy feel both supportive and practical by balancing empathy with tools you can begin using in your everyday life. I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, and families, tailoring therapy to each person's unique needs, strengths, and goals. I believe every individual has a unique story, and I approach each client with curiosity, compassion, and respect for their experiences. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, overthinking, perfectionism, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family dynamics, grief, or major life transitions, my goal is to help you better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence. Together, we'll identify patterns, build resilience, strengthen healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. Above all, I am committed to providing a supportive environment where you can feel safe being yourself, grow at your own pace, and move toward the life you want with greater confidence.
In your first session, you don't need to prepare anything beforehand—just come as you are. Our time together will be focused on getting to know each other and creating a comfortable, supportive space where you can share at your own pace. I'll ask about what brought you to therapy, what you've been experiencing, and what you hope to accomplish. We'll also discuss your background, current stressors, and goals for therapy as it feels appropriate. You are always in control of what you choose to share, and there is never any pressure to talk about everything right away. Your first session is also an opportunity for you to ask questions, learn more about my approach, and decide whether working together feels like the right fit. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, supported, and with a clearer understanding of what our work together may look like moving forward.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves and know they will be met with empathy, respect, and without judgment. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I balance empathy with practical tools they can begin using right away. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my work. I prioritize meeting clients where they are while creating a supportive environment where meaningful change can begin. My approach is collaborative and personalized, recognizing that every client brings unique experiences, strengths, and goals to therapy. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor each session to meet the individual needs of the person or family in front of me. I draw from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), play-based interventions, parent-child interaction strategies, and grief-informed care to provide practical, effective support. Clients can expect therapy to be both compassionate and goal-oriented. Together, we identify strengths, develop realistic coping strategies, improve emotional awareness and communication, and work toward meaningful changes that can be applied in everyday life. My goal is to help clients build confidence, strengthen resilience, navigate life's challenges with greater ease, and create lasting growth that extends beyond the therapy room.
I provide individual therapy to adults who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, overthinking, perfectionism, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, or the demands of balancing work, family, and personal responsibilities. They may feel stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure of how to move forward, and they're ready to gain a better understanding of themselves and create meaningful, lasting change. I also provide therapy to children, adolescents, and families who may be experiencing anxiety, emotional or behavioral concerns, family conflict, school-related stress, life transitions, or difficulties navigating relationships. They may be struggling to express emotions, manage challenging behaviors, build confidence, or strengthen family connections. Together, we work to increase emotional awareness, develop effective coping skills, improve communication, and foster healthier relationships at home, school, and in everyday life. Whether I'm working with adults, children, adolescents, or families, my goal is to help each client feel more confident in navigating life's challenges.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients better understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Together, we work on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, developing healthier coping strategies, and strengthening emotional regulation skills. I support clients in navigating anxiety, depression, and stress while building greater self-awareness and practical tools they can use in everyday life. I also help clients break down challenges into manageable steps, build problem-solving skills, and make meaningful, realistic changes that support their goals and overall well-being.
I use parent-child interaction techniques to help strengthen communication, improve attachment, and support more positive patterns within families. My work focuses on helping caregivers and children feel more connected and understood while building healthier ways of relating to one another. I incorporate evidence-based strategies to increase positive reinforcement, reduce challenging behaviors, and strengthen caregiver-child relationships. I also provide coaching and practical skill-building to help caregivers feel more confident and effective in their parenting. Overall, I focus on improving family functioning, supporting emotional regulation, and helping caregivers build tools that promote healthier relationships and long-term positive change.
I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) techniques to help clients identify their strengths, build on existing resources, and develop practical, realistic steps toward their goals. I support clients in clarifying what they want to change and what is already working in their lives. Together, we focus on setting meaningful goals, noticing progress, and exploring moments when challenges feel more manageable. This approach helps clients build confidence, increase resilience, and make positive changes that feel achievable and sustainable.
I use play-based therapeutic techniques to help children express emotions, process their experiences, and build coping skills in a way that feels natural and engaging. Through developmentally appropriate approaches such as creative play, games, storytelling, and expressive activities, I support children in communicating in ways that feel comfortable and accessible to them. This approach helps build rapport, strengthen emotional regulation, and support healthier social-emotional development and positive behavior change over time.
I support clients experiencing grief, loss, and major life transitions by providing a safe and supportive space to process emotions and make sense of their experiences. I help clients explore the impact of grief at their own pace while honoring the uniqueness of each person’s grieving process. Together, we focus on developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and finding ways to adjust to life after loss. My goal is to support emotional healing and help clients move toward a sense of stability, meaning, and well-being over time.