I believe in the power of collaboration between therapist and client. Together, we work towards identifying and achieving your therapeutic goals. Your input is valued, and I encourage open dialogue throughout our sessions to ensure you feel heard.
I believe in the power of collaboration between therapist and client. Together, we work towards identifying and achieving your therapeutic goals. Your input is valued, and I encourage open dialogue throughout our sessions to ensure you feel heard.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and non-judgment. I believe that every individual's journey is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic interventions to meet the specific needs and goals of each client.
We focus on creative accountability to support clients in connecting with their personal values and goals. Art therapy is the main intervention used to address mental health symptoms. You do not need to be considered an artist to engage with art.
We focus on creative accountability to support clients in connecting with their personal values and goals. Art therapy is the main intervention used to address mental health symptoms. You do not need to be considered an artist to engage with art.
Working with Essence and her team at Aura Art Space PLLC, you can expect to make art every single session. We have a structure to support intention setting, creative flow, and reflection to help individuals process their art making experience.
Together, we'll explore thoughts & feelings, cultivate self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen communication & relationships, promote healing & growth. Safe, non-judgmental space to empower your journey towards mental well-being
Together, we'll explore thoughts & feelings, cultivate self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen communication & relationships, promote healing & growth. Safe, non-judgmental space to empower your journey towards mental well-being
My experience in the Chicago-land area included work in Non-Profits, Hospitals, & Wilderness Programs before establishing WillisCC. I specialized with high risk adolescents addressing self-injury, gang involvement and drug use.
Develop strategies to help you function through life without feeling drained. To be able to set goals for yourself (even minimal ones!) and accomplish them. You will love yourself and feel good about who you are.
Develop strategies to help you function through life without feeling drained. To be able to set goals for yourself (even minimal ones!) and accomplish them. You will love yourself and feel good about who you are.
I believe in neurodiversity, which is the idea that all brains are unique. Nature is full of biodiversity, and no brain is more "normal" than any other! I help my clients with the societal expectations that come with living in a neurotypical world.
We will reclaim your power & confidence by attacking the issue head on. I want to hear your story so we can see where certain emotions come so we can get you back on the path of mental stability.
We will reclaim your power & confidence by attacking the issue head on. I want to hear your story so we can see where certain emotions come so we can get you back on the path of mental stability.
I feel my purpose is to help others improve their quality of life. We live in a world where life can come at you a million different ways from instant unemployment, death of a loved one etc.. which can lead to unhealthy coping from anxiety/depression