My background and experience: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Illinois. I earned my master’s degree in social work, with a concentration in mental health, from Loyola University Chicago. Since then, I’ve worked in a variety of settings within the field. I began my career in community mental health, providing home-based services to individuals managing severe and chronic mental health conditions. From there, I gained experience in an inpatient psychiatric hospital, a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program (PHP/IOP), and a mobile mental health crisis response team. I feel fortunate to have worked in such diverse environments, as these experiences allow me to connect with people at many different points in their mental health journey.

How I approach therapy: I take an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of theories and frameworks to best meet your unique needs. Some of my favorite therapeutic tools include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindful self-compassion. Above all, my priority is that you feel heard, respected, and understood. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most powerful tools we can build together. I’m a down-to-earth therapist who values genuine connection. I’m not perfect, and I don’t try to be—I believe it’s important to model that authenticity for my clients.

My values and interests: Outside of work, I enjoy reading and collecting books, listening to music and attending concerts, and spending time in nature and my garden. My personal and professional values include compassion, enthusiasm, authenticity, and openness.