I have six years of experience as a counselor with specialties in children/adolescent school concerns and grief and loss. I am a certified Patient Advocate and Certified Nurse Assistant with a variety of past medical experience. I am a regular guest lecturer on Grief and Loss for Olivet Nazarene University Nursing School. I have facilitated Grief and Loss groups for high school students at several Illinois high schools. I can help you navigate through past experiences, and even on-going ones, that are affecting you today. I use evidence based and holistic practices. I am committed to providing services to individuals (children age 7 through adults) that are accessible, culturally relevant, and free of stigma or judgement. I strive to provide a safe space where your voice can be heard and acknowledged.
I am here to help; I use different types of therapeutic interventions-tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with children, and also helping people process grief-no matter what has brought them their grief. I also work with those dealing with anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder and school/social difficulties. I am not tied to any one school of therapeutic practice; my style is considered holistic/integrative. Holistic therapy addresses the mind, body, and spirit to support health and healing. It involves combining mental and emotional health with the physical and spiritual aspects of life. It’s difficult to be mentally healthy without being physically healthy, and I work to address each aspect that can impact you! If you wish to have a safe, comfortable and confidential space to talk, please consider putting yourself first and schedule your first appointment with me. You will be listened to, heard and acknowledged.