My Approach to Helping

My practice is geared towards a woman's needs. For, there are times when life becomes uncomfortable and the opinions of family and friends just aren't enough. When you find yourself feeling anxious, depressed about a challenge in your life, or perhaps are secretly feeling a sense of confusion and self doubt about a relationship, therapy can help. I've practiced for over 25 years and bring gentle compassion along with experienced wisdom to your sessions. I specialize in the area of relationships - whether you're dating, seeking new tools to better understand your marriage, or are at any stage of divorce or divorce recovery, I'm here to help you. Together we can explore your concerns and challenges, develop new tools, build an inner sense of self trust and move towards restoring balance to your life.

With a Holistic approach to your care, I see therapy not as a medical experience, but as a sacred journey in which I'll be your guide. My therapy style is collaborative, warm and insight-oriented. My hope for you and every client is to provide a safe, warm & compassionate environment that will help provide support in your emotional well being and your life, from the inside, out.

I believe that therapy is more than just talking, it's about you in mind, body and spirit. Your sessions are based on traditional therapy, yet may include techniques such as guided imagery, psycho-education, life coaching, book or video suggestions, meditation, journaling, holistic nutrition & lifestyle self care, or 12-Step groups, if needed. Sessions are always specifically tailored for your needs.

Reaching out for support can often be the hardest, yet the most important step. You may contact me through this page and leave me a message, I'm happy to speak with you. Together we can decide if working together is right for you.

More Info About My Practice

Most of my clients are women over 30. They are women who are educated, motivated, interested in and committed to their personal growth. I work with women who are single, married, divorced, recovering from or considering divorce, as well as retired women entering a new phase of their life. I specialize in the areas of relationships: dating at any age, divorce, divorce recovery, self esteem & relationships with adult parents. I fully understand the pain and challenges of a frustrating relationship, feelings of self doubt, guilt, putting everyone else first, and struggling to understand emotional manipulation.

In addition to 25+ years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am a Certified Health Coach in natural nutrition, as well as Coaching in the area of discovering and healing your Shadows.

Insurance In-Network Provider: BCBSIL, BCBSIL Blue Choice, Multi-Plan-PHCS & Medicare IL.

Insurance Out of Network: I'm happy to provide documentation for out of network insurance submissions.

EAP: ComPsych & ERS Employee Resource Systems

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

Divorce: Before -During - After

Daughters of a narcissistic parent.

Emotional Abuse Recovery

Emotional Manipulation in relationships.

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery,