I am a life-long native of the Chicago area. I earned my B.S. from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in psychology. I went on to pursue my Masters and Doctoral degrees at Argosy University/Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I've worked in the behavioral health field in a variety of capacities since 1993, obta
I am a life-long native of the Chicago area. I earned my B.S. from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in psychology. I went on to pursue my Masters and Doctoral degrees at Argosy University/Illinois School of Professional Psychology. I've worked in the behavioral health field in a variety of capacities since 1993, obtaining my doctoral degree in 2003. From multipally-diagnosed, residentially-placed adolescents to domestic violence offenders to private practice settings, the range of my experience is broad, varied, and comprehensive. In addition to my clinical work, I serve as an adjunct professor, teaching Masters and Doctoral students at Roosevelt University as well as undergraduates at the College of Lake County. Whenever possible, I continue to design and present training, workshops, and seminars for educators and fellow behavioral health professionals.
My approach to therapy is holistic and non-pathologizing. Rather than focusing on a client’s diagnosis and symptom presentation, I focus on and learn from the client’s story. I and my client examine the meaning that has been made from and the lessons that have been learned from the client’s experience. Problematic and disempowering stori
My approach to therapy is holistic and non-pathologizing. Rather than focusing on a client’s diagnosis and symptom presentation, I focus on and learn from the client’s story. I and my client examine the meaning that has been made from and the lessons that have been learned from the client’s experience. Problematic and disempowering stories can then be “co-edited” so that the plot becomes more solution oriented and empowering. I take a collaborative approach to my clients, focusing on the quality of the client – therapist relationship, and making a priority of acknowledging and honoring the client’s perspective. I stress the connection of Mind – Body – Spirit in my work. I am a staunch advocate / ally of the LGBTQ community. The thread of Social Justice weaves its way through my clinical and academic work.
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Monday - Thursday: 11:00A - 7:00P
Friday: 10:00A - 4:00P
Saturday: 10:00A - 2:00P
Sunday: Closed
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