As a body-inclusive psychotherapist, I believe that we have within us everything we need to heal and grow, and that safe, supportive, and collaborative relationships help us to tap into our innate systems of healing. Whether focusing on overall emotional and physiological regulation, managing symptoms related to anxiety or depression, or addressing specific traumas or stressors, we can work together to move away from "stuckness" and towards an enhanced sense of harmony and well-being. I integrate relational therapy and an anti-oppressive framework with body-centered approaches including Somatic Experiencing, Transforming Touch, yoga, and mindfulness practices. These tools support the discovery of the spaciousness necessary to change patterns affecting your day to day life, and can help to resolve symptoms related to trauma and stress. My approach is compassionate and person-centered, as I support people in developing their capacity to better navigate difficult life experiences and realize their goals.
Qualifications: | Loyola University Chicago |
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Academic Suffixes: | LCSW, SEP |
Expertise: | Anxiety, Other, Body Positivity, Chronic Pain, Coping Skills, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Grief, Life Transitions, Psychosis, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Stress, Trauma and PTSD |