Personal Information

Hello and welcome to my profile!  I truely believe people can heal from and accomplish almost anything, if they're open to it and work towards their goals in positive ways.  I take a holistic approach to therapy, healing, and growth (mind, body, and spirit).  In my personal life, I am a spiritual person and tend to incorporate that aspect into my work.  I'm currently offering clinical counseling services to adults residing in Illinois.  Wellness consultation, life coaching, spiritual guidance, and practice consultation are offered worldwide. 

A little more about me... I have lived in Illinois my entire life and love the midwest.  I have a great husband and awesome 11 year old boy, and am a strong believer in the importance of family values.  Some other things I love~ nature, hiking, biking, RV camping, astronomy/astrology, gardening, collecting crystals and stones, jewelry making, and decorating.  Additionally, I often spend time studying holistic health and incorporating those teachings into my personal life.  When completely relaxing I like reading novels.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (IL)
• Certified Hypnotist
• Certified in Natural Holistic Remedies
• Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider

Specialties & Issues

I really enjoy helping clients with relationship concerns, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, job and career direction, coping with physical illness, holistic and self-healing techniques, stress and pain reduction, and spiritual connection.  Are you ready to experience profound changes in your life?  Then work with me!  

Reaching out to remote and underserved areas through telemedicine and secure video is one of my missions.  I'm so greatful for technology!  iTherapy is a high-quality platform which is so easy to use.  It is secure and offers 24-7 technical support.  

Approach

Sometimes you just need a safe place to freely express yourself, in a non-judgemental professional setting.  All of my clients are given the full attention they absolutely deserve.  I have been in the field for 25+ years and have truly enjoyed helping countless clients with relationship concerns, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, career concerns, coping with physical illness (including autoimmune), holistic and self-healing techniques, anger and stress management, pain reduction, spirituality, and self-empowerment. 

My techniques include: expressive, psychodynamic, insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), solution-focused, mindfulness, EFT "tapping", and hypnosis (I am a Certified Hypnotist).  I also utilize affirmations, visualization, relaxation techniques, and spiritual counseling/education.  Self-care will also be touched upon during sessions.  In addition, I am a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider and have a Natural Holistic Remedies Certification.

Insurance

For clinical services and treatment: In-network with Blue Cross PPO and some Aetna plans.  I also work with many EAP plans.  Please inquire!