Find a Therapist in Palos Hills, IL

My ideal clients are people who are ready for change in their lives but aren’t sure where to begin. My approach to therapy is similar to walking a trail together. We may not know where it’s leading, and the path can have twists and turns, but my aim is to assist you as you navigate your path and support you every step of the way. I work with clients in a person-centered way and use interventions, skills, and tools that fit each person. I work with people experiencing chronic anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), difficulty with change, major life events or loss, and many other concerns. I’ve found that each person must be met where they are. This is an important principle to me because, as we work together, I want to help you find skills and tools that are the best fit for your needs. “It’s the job that’s never started that takes the longest to finish” is a quote I always find uplifting. Whenever you are ready to begin your journey, it is my hope that I can be here to walk with you along the way. I take an eclectic approach to therapy and draw from a wide variety of modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), existential therapy, cognitive processing therapy (CPT), trauma-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), gestalt therapy, and client-centered therapy.

My therapeutic approach incorporates various techniques and philosophies to meet the unique needs of my clients. I have used client-centered, positive psychology, CBT, play therapy, talk therapy, art therapy, and solution-focused techniques. I am always looking to add new therapeutic techniques to meet my clients’ needs. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing: anxiety, stress, depression, child behavioral issues, parenting challenges, and life changes adjustment issues.

Do you feel like you’re constantly fighting an uphill battle with your own brain? Maybe you’re struggling to stay organized, feeling paralyzed by a never-ending to-do list, or wondering why “simple” tasks feel so overwhelming. When executive functioning challenges collide with the pressures of work, family, and society, it’s easy to feel defeated. I believe you are not the problem; the tools you’ve been given simply might not fit the way your mind works. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois, I look at your life as a whole, including your home, your work, and your community. We won’t just look at the challenges you face; we’ll also look at the world around you and identify where the friction lies. Using a strengths-based approach, we will identify what is already working and build from there. My style is active and collaborative. Using motivational interviewing, I help you find your own internal “why” to spark lasting change. We’ll work together to build a toolkit for focus, organization, and emotional regulation, all while honoring your unique lived experience. You deserve a space where you feel seen, not judged. Let’s work together to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

I sincerely believe that each of us is born into this world deserving of happiness, safety, and love. For some of us, the road to emotional wellness can be impacted by forces and experiences beyond our control. At times, we can lose sight of the beauty life has to offer us due to potential trauma, family history, or hardships we’ve experienced. My goal is to help you uncover, rediscover, and reclaim the joy and purpose in your life through compassionate, welcoming, and conversational counseling services. Using a holistic approach focused on connecting the mind, body, and spirit, I help you connect with your higher purpose and experience life free from emotional pain. As a bilingual practitioner, I offer compassionate, collaborative services that help you live a happier, more rewarding life filled with joy and purpose. Emotional stress and setbacks are a normal part of our human existence; however, these challenges can have a tremendous impact on how we view ourselves and our lives. My goal is to help you explore, understand, and overcome your obstacles, and start living a life filled with promise, hope, and possibility.

Are you in your 20s or 30s and struggling to understand why relationships keep failing or why your job is depleting? Are you in your 30s or 40s and experiencing overwhelm from the constant demands of motherhood or did you choose a childfree life and are feeling judgment or isolation? Are you high-achieving or perfectionistic and struggling to find peace in your life? Maybe you’re just struggling with the existential questions and wondering what the meaning of all of this is. I provide online person-focused therapy that allows you to feel seen, heard, and understood - all in the comfort of your home. I love doing the deep work that helps you better understand yourself and empowers you to create the life you want.

Anxiety fights dirty. When anxiety gets out of control, it can feel like a bully, always pushing you around. I get it, I’ve been there. When you’re really in it, you feel stuck, and worse still, it can feel like there’s no way out. Constantly living in survival mode doesn’t feel much like living at all. The good news is that you don’t have to face anxiety alone. Together, we can push back against anxiety and get your life back. We can use tried and true methods to reduce the symptoms of anxiety and get you out of survival mode. Imagine being more present and connected to life, feeling more like yourself again. More at ease, as you look to the future with a renewed sense of confidence and hope. A way forward is actually, finally here. If you’re ready to change your relationship with anxiety and want to stop living in survival mode. Let’s talk. Give me a call and let’s get to work.

I strive to make my space a safe and supportive one, open to anyone from any background with any type of need. I strive to make the conversations open and client-led, while working to utilize my therapeutic background to personalize tools and skills for each client and their unique needs and challenges. The therapy experience is meant to provide a comforting and safe space to talk and collaborate with your therapist in a different way than is done with others. This includes building coping skills, building social skills, working through previous models and tools that were used and did not work for the client, allowing the client to determine what type of support they want and need to better themselves during our time together. A lot of client-ledclient-determined type therapy! I have really enjoyed working with children diagnosed with Autism, so I am excited to potentially get the opportunity to work with teens and young adults diagnosed with Autism. I also enjoy supporting those who have anxiety, depression and some behavioral disorders. I specialize in Client-centered therapy, CBT, Developmental, the Individual and Relationship (DIR) model, and the Intentional Relationship model (IRM).

Being well is important to face life's challenges which often change how we see ourselves, others, and our connection to the world around us. It can feel overwhelming, whether you are making intentional, positive changes in your life, or dealing with unexpected or unwanted events. We all need support with these changes through healing relationships of many forms - friends, family, partners, teachers, spiritual mentors, pets and therapists. I provide mindful and compassionate counseling for those seeking wellness, emotional growth and support through the challenges and changes in life. I have over 20 years of counseling experience in an array of settings, supporting adults and youth suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, ADHD, grief and loss. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and I believe in treating the whole person, with individualized strategies using CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma related therapies. Through a supportive and compassionate approach with gentle challenges, we can develop a healthy path towards your goals, building resilience and empowerment, embracing your joy, and allowing you to live your best life.

I am a professional counselor who counsels individuals, couples and families. My approach to helping people is being patient and understanding of their life circumstances. In addition, I help people by facilitating an environment that is safe for them to explore and express their thoughts and feelings. I am willing to support and join people on their journey to self-discovery.

I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and strive at the beginning of counseling to establish a trusting relationship. Then, I collaborate with patients to identify agreed upon goals for their specific concerns. Typically, the counseling process involves addressing multiple areas of a person's life, including how one thinks, the choices one makes, how one relates to people, and how one regulates and expresses his or her emotions. As the counseling process unfolds, I work with patients to refine and modify goals as needed. The services I provide are characterized by empathy, genuineness, respect, and empowerment.

Every one of us faces challenges at different times in our lives. Taking that first step toward getting help is often the most difficult. I very much believe in the power of the human connection for resolution and healing. My philosophy and approach to helping others includes: to provide children, adolescents, and adults with a safe, caring, and compassionate environment in which to explore life's challenges; to conceptualize and understand each person's story within the context of their unique cultures and life history; to be fully attentive and present with all who seek help; and to walk with those on a journey of exploration, understanding, and problem-solving.

Are you curious to see what it feels like to make positive changes in your life? Are you ready to quiet the anxious chatter that gets in the way of living your life to its potential? Sometimes we find ourselves in situations where our problems and emotions can feel too overwhelming; we feel lost as how to move forward. Finding the right therapist to help you with this journey is crucial. As a therapist, I offer support while working with you on mutually agreed upon goals. I believe a healthy therapeutic relationship can allow one to succeed. Providing trust and understanding are key elements in helping one achieve change. Change is not easy. It takes courage and the ability to be an active participant in your life. It is also imperative that I understand how you view your world. My ability to be in tune with your needs ultimately leads to a relationship grounded in respect. With support and trust, you are more likely to take steps toward a more empowered and fulfilling life.