work to create a supportive and collaborative relationship that helps you to navigate life’s challenges and create opportunities for growth.
work to create a supportive and collaborative relationship that helps you to navigate life’s challenges and create opportunities for growth.
I enjoy working with adults and my expertise includes treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma/PTSD, life transitions and relationship issues. I utilize evidenced-based treatments such as CBT, EFT and mindfulness to support clients
One area of specialization is working with current and former athletes, coaches, and individuals in high-stress jobs experiencing physical injury, burnout, relationship issues, performance anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and body image concerns.
One area of specialization is working with current and former athletes, coaches, and individuals in high-stress jobs experiencing physical injury, burnout, relationship issues, performance anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and body image concerns.
We will work together to recognize the strengths within you, better understand areas for growth, and engage in tangible actions to live your life most effectively according to your values.
address the unique challenges faced by gay men, such as reconciling your identity and lived experiences. We also will focus on any relevant emotional and interpersonal challenges you might experience.
address the unique challenges faced by gay men, such as reconciling your identity and lived experiences. We also will focus on any relevant emotional and interpersonal challenges you might experience.
I like to support my patients where they are at presently, but also help prepare them for forward momentum. At times I may stir the pot and "call folks" out as necessary, while also validating their experiences for what they are worth.
Find the balance that fits your needs of: gain awareness of thoughts, feelings & beliefs; process experiences & receive validation/support; recognize the impact of others & societal systems; learn coping & communication skills. and maybe even laugh!
Find the balance that fits your needs of: gain awareness of thoughts, feelings & beliefs; process experiences & receive validation/support; recognize the impact of others & societal systems; learn coping & communication skills. and maybe even laugh!
I use a mix of client-centered and Dialectical Behavioral therapies rooted in feminist therapy: you decide what is important. Then we'll work on navigating it, seeing how it connects to other things & recognizing the impact of our societal systems.
Together, we'll explore thoughts & feelings, cultivate self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen communication & relationships, promote healing & growth. Safe, non-judgmental space to empower your journey towards mental well-being
Together, we'll explore thoughts & feelings, cultivate self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen communication & relationships, promote healing & growth. Safe, non-judgmental space to empower your journey towards mental well-being
My experience in the Chicago-land area included work in Non-Profits, Hospitals, & Wilderness Programs before establishing WillisCC. I specialized with high risk adolescents addressing self-injury, gang involvement and drug use.