I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and recently returned to begin my career as a clinical social worker. I previously worked as a Director of Audience Services for several large not-for-profit theaters in Chicago, where I developed my interest in working closely with individuals and groups. In my free time I enjoy gardening, hiking, and spending time with my dogs.

 

I approach work with each Client from a non-hierarchical perspective: I learn with and through my Clients how best to assist them in reaching their goals.

 

My approach is eclectic and includes:

•  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

•  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

•  Narrative Therapy

•  Support and community building

•  Strengths identification and leveraging

•  Pattern recognition

•  Resource identification

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While I initially trained as a group therapist, I also enjoy working with individuals. I specialize in working with Clients who are:

•  Navigating anxiety and/or depression

•  Experiencing a life transition

•  Coping with burnout

•  Grieving

•  Caregiving for a loved one

•  Interested in addressing patterns of people-pleasing and/or codependency