I don't believe in "mental illness": No one comes to therapy because has been too awesome. When we can identify the source of your pain and heal it, we can change your life. Everyone can get better. They just need to find the right therapist.
I don't believe in "mental illness": No one comes to therapy because has been too awesome. When we can identify the source of your pain and heal it, we can change your life. Everyone can get better. They just need to find the right therapist.
I have a down-to-earth style that is balanced by an ability to be direct when needed. Sometimes, people need more than reassurance and support in therapy. Sometimes they need someone to tell what they need to hear, even when it's tough.
I have experience working with a wide range of diagnoses ranging from anxiety, depression, anger management and adjustment issues. I strive to create and environment of safety and acceptance.
I have experience working with a wide range of diagnoses ranging from anxiety, depression, anger management and adjustment issues. I strive to create and environment of safety and acceptance.
I have a background in massage therapy that supports my interest in the mind-body connection. I take an integrative, person-centered approach to counseling.
It is becoming more understood that our experiences in early life impact the way our brains are wired. We tend to carry coping skills we learned early and well. We will discover what coping skills are serving you well and where change is needed.
It is becoming more understood that our experiences in early life impact the way our brains are wired. We tend to carry coping skills we learned early and well. We will discover what coping skills are serving you well and where change is needed.
I want clients to gain new perspectives. I encourage humor and laughter when at all appropriate. I like to provide alternatives to clients who get stuck always reacting to experiences in a similar way, especially when it's painful and negative.
work to address trauma in your background: childhood, medical, extended grief, relationships. Psychological injury can manifest as depression, anxiety, dissociation, physical ailments. We heal the wounds and build resources.
work to address trauma in your background: childhood, medical, extended grief, relationships. Psychological injury can manifest as depression, anxiety, dissociation, physical ailments. We heal the wounds and build resources.
I utilize CBT and MBCT to manage depression and anxiety symptoms. I am also a certified EMDR therapist, which I use to treat both emotional and cognitive negatives . I am client centered, meaning you set the pace and direction of treatment.
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.