Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Illinois

Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider

Domestic Violence/Partner Abuse Intervention Professional

Sexual Assault/Rape Prevention Educator

Yin Yoga Instructor

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider in private practice. I received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor focus in Theater from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a master’s degree in Community Counseling from Roosevelt University. I then completed the Advanced Psychodynamic Fellowship in Clinical Practice from the University of Chicago, School of Social Service Administration.

I practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, integrating evidenced-based principles and research in interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, psychoneuroimmunology, and cultural anthropology. I have over 15 years of experience helping people make sense of their life stories, and deepen their capacity to value themselves and know their own mind. I am drawn to research that discusses:

• How our relationships and life experiences impact the way that we show up for ourselves and the world around us

• The relationship between stress, physical health, and emotional well-being

• Our perception of community, and how we make connections within these groups