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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois and Michigan with over thirty years experience in the Employee Assistance Program field. I received my Masters in Social Work from Loyola University in 1992.

My specialty areas include relationship challenges, parenting, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and eating disorders. I primarily work with adults and teens.

I'm a social worker therapist with 10 years in clinical practice, and over 30 years experience helping clients in poverty, housing instability, or aging-related challenges also manage their personal mental health issues. My social work background is mental health and aging specializing in adult ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, and trauma.

I have a yoga background with RYT 200 teacher training and 20 years of personal practice, and I bring a yoga approach to clinical treatment where I show the client how to control and calm the mind, find inner balance, and navigate their personal mental health journey.

If people struggle with challenges- organizing responsibilities, finishing tasks on time, or just feeling stuck; and need ways to cope and feel better, I can help.

As a therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and

individuals, I use a trauma-informed, client-centered approach.

Hello. I would describe myself as being kind, caring and full of positive energy. I have 8years of experience working with substance abuse. I have 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I graduated with both my Bachelor's and Master's in Social Work from Wayne State University. I have experience working in schools with middle school and high school. My preference is to work with co-occurring disorders (mental health diagnosis and substance abuse diagnosis).

Many people reach out for counseling when life feels heavier than usual—when relationships are strained, emotions feel harder to manage, or when they feel overwhelmed with grief. for more than a decade, I have been helping families and individuals of all ages to cope, process and navigate around these issues. My goal is to offer a space where you do not have to hold all of that alone.

I am a calm, welcoming social worker that strives to create a space for all of my clients to find their true selves and create a life that works best for them

I graduated with my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Akron in 2011 specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and interpersonal relationships. Since that time I have worked in a variety of fields including community mental health services, foster care and adoption and in the schools. I am currently in my 5th year as a School Social Worker, where I service students Kindergarten through 12th grade. Starr Commonwealth Children of Trauma and Resilience Certification, a TRAILs School Partner that supports students with anxiety and depression, and IRRP Certified in Restorative Practices. I am experienced in Individual Education Plans, 504s as well as School Positive Behavior Intervention Plans to best support students with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and a variety of medical and behavioral needs.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, or a difficult season of life, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can better understand yourself and navigate through life’s challenges. I accept insurance and offer free consultations.

I have a Master’s in Counselor Education from the University of North Texas and over 20 years of experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns including ADHD, educational concerns, depression, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, grief and loss, parenting issues, life transitions, abuse, trauma, and crisis counseling. I believe in tapping into a client’s strengths to help build lasting coping skills and strategies.

Welcome! I can tell you about the “dry stuff” – I have been a Social Worker for the past 40 years with a Masters degree in Social Work (1996) from Eastern Michigan University. I will telI you that I am a fully licensed by the State of Michigan (LMSW). I can tell you about my experiences working with multiple types of challenges (homelessness, trauma, addiction and so many more). This is absolutely vital information to know about any therapist you may seek out.

Hello! Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, feeling stuck in general, or other mental health concerns, I help clients uncover ways to build a life that feels truly fulfilling to them. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming and I hope to make this process as simple as possible for you. I offer a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to see if you feel we'd be a good fit in working together.