Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Evanston, IL

With a nursing career spanning since 2008, I have dedicated over 15 years to understanding the complexities of patient care. After earning my Master’s Degree in 2021, I transitioned into advanced psychiatric practice in 2022. Having served in both fast-paced inpatient units and collaborative outpatient clinics, I offer a well-rounded perspective on mental health. My background allows me to blend clinical expertise with a deeply rooted compassion for the human experience.

My therapy room is a space where you don’t have to explain yourself. You can show up, fully and authentically, without the need to code-switch or justify your experiences. Our sessions are a dedicated time for you to be heard and understood without judgment.

I grew up on the south side of Chicago. I am married and have two adult children. I have been a registered nurse for 30 years, primarily in women’s health and psychology and psychiatry nursing. I became a clinical mental health counselor 5 years ago, graduated from Bradley University.

I approach therapy in a collaborative and compassionate way, creating a safe space where clients can feel supported as they explore their inner world. I believe that each client is the expert of their own life, and my role is to guide, support, and provide tools to help you connect with your strengths and insights. My work is trauma-informed and integrates a variety of techniques, including internal family systems, somatic methods, inner child work, strengths-based narratives, CBT, experiential approaches, and clinical hypnosis.

I am a board-certified clinical health psychologist with extensive experience helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety, depression, health concerns, and life transitions. I take a collaborative and supportive approach, focusing on understanding your unique experiences and what matters most to you. My goal is to create a comfortable, nonjudgemental space where you feel heard and respected. Together, we'll work on practical strategies to help you copy more effectively, feel more balanced, and move toward meaningful, lasting change

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, and questions of identity and belonging. Separately, I bring specialized experience supporting people living with chronic and complex illness, as well as caregivers navigating the emotional impact of illness, uncertainty, grief, and caregiving. Whatever brings you to therapy, our work can be a space to slow down, better understand your experiences, and explore what you want for yourself moving forward.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Master's degree in Community Counseling. I believe healing begins when we feel safe enough to show up as our authentic selves. My approach to mental wellness is holistic, recognizing the connection between our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and overall well-being.

As a mental health professional, transformational leader, and certified executive coach, I bring a compassionate, collaborative perspective to helping women navigate life's challenges. I understand that being the person everyone depends on can sometimes leave little room to care for yourself. My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

I work with women across the lifespan who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. Together, we'll explore patterns, strengthen coping skills, establish healthy boundaries, and build greater self-awareness.

I believe you are more than the challenges you're facing. Therapy is an opportunity to invest in yourself, reconnect with your strengths, and create a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with who you are. You don't have to have everything figured out to begin. You just have to be willing to take the first step.