As a therapist at Wildflower, it is an honor and a privilege to be invited to accompany people as they confront a variety of life situations and relationships. I approach the therapeutic relationship with empathy, curiosity, and openness and practice from a trauma-informed lens. I take a person-centered approach, work to meet clients where they are at, and adapt to the unique needs and goals of each client. My aim is to create an environment where each client feels fully seen, heard, and accepted. I strive to work collaboratively with clients to reach their goals and work toward sustainable change. I approach therapy with humility and employ humor when appropriate.
My clinical interests include working with individuals, couples, and family systems faced with trauma; anxiety and mood conditions; relationship challenges; grief and loss; life transitions, including the perinatal period; and exploration of identity. I work with people of all ages and have particular interest in working with emerging adults and young adults, as well as law students and clients who are new to therapy.
I draw from several evidence-based practices, including Psychodynamic Therapy; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Motivational Interviewing; Family Systems Therapy; and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). As a life-long learner, I am committed to continuing my training and education to grow as a therapist and to better serve my clients.
I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Loyola University Chicago, with a focus on clinical practice. Before joining Wildflower, I worked in an emergency shelter for women and children; provided case management to military veterans, and to families navigating the guardianship process; and provided therapy to undergraduate and graduate students in a university wellness center. Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent more than twenty years as a legal aid attorney representing survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. I earned my Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law.
- IL LSW License Number: 150113916
- Supervised by: Gabby Pendley, LCSW, CADC, PMH-C
- Type 1 NPI Number: 1003621921
- Accepts: BCBS PPO and Blue Choice plans, self-pay and out-of-network clients
Selected Training & Affiliation
- Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- 40-hour training in Domestic Violence
- National Association of Social Workers
Key Beliefs
- Community and connection can play a role in healing.
- Asking for help is both brave and vulnerable.
- It is never too late to try something different.
More About Me
- In my free time, I enjoy running, walking nature trails with friends, and meeting all the dogs in my neighborhood.
