I have a passion for helping others gain control over their lives, how they're feeling and responding to their environments. I graduated from The University of Chicago in 2006 with my MSW in Clinical Social Work. Since this time, I've become a Licensed Independent Social Worker and certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a history of working in mental health agencies, schools, hospitals and private practice settings in the Chicagoland area and North Iowa.
I currently specialize in working with depressive disorders, OCD, different types of anxiety disorders, such as issues with generalized anxiety, social anxiety and panic. I primarily use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to find the best strategy for each client to build skills to cope, process and make measurable changes.
I offer to teach a variety of skills and utilize multiple therapies, emphasizing therapies that fit the current needs and goals of the individual. I'm here for my clients to listen, share knowledge and cheer them on whether they're nailing the goals we've set for them or not. Giving up isn't an option and as we don't give up, we'll make progress.
