I use an eclectic blend of the following evidence-based therapies:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Person-centered Therapy

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Exposure Responsive Prevention (ERP)

• Play therapy with child clients

• Bachelors of Arts in English from University of Wisconsin-Madison (2013)

• Masters of Education in Community Counseling from Loyola University Chicago (2021)

• Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois from 2022 to 2024

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois since 2024 (license number: 180.015803)

Having a thriving work-life balance is important for everyone, and especially counselors! Outside of work, I enjoy singing, biking, running, hiking, spending time with friends, gardening, and playing with my dog, Sandy.