Therapists in 68502

Combing through the LONG list of therapists can be overwhelming let alone making the decision to start therapy! I am sensitive to the strength and vulnerability that it takes to make the decision to take the leap. I believe that every negative event is an opportunity for growth! My goal is to provide you with the tools and support to help you attain your goals and get your life back on track.

I began working in Mental Health 30 years ago in Chicago and I found my calling. I provide counseling and support to a variety of individuals. I work with individuals who live with schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, bipolar, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma and grief. Clients want to be heard, to be validated that their experiences are real, their experiences are hard and painful. With support and a non judgmental environment , clients can learn ways in which to manage their symptoms, reduce them and recover.

3/1/2023- I am not accepting new clients at this time and will not be able to for many months. Contacts made via this website may not be returned. I apologize for the inconvenience.

At Origins, we are committed to supporting the whole person. We are dedicated to our mantra of "Health by choice, not by chance.". As a therapist, I believe that a person's emotional, physical and spiritual health are all equally important and one cannot exist without the others. For this reason, I work from a client's strengths to help them identify their goals and take deliberate, measurable and achievable steps toward finding the happiness and joy they desire in life. Emotional intelligence, communication effectiveness, relationship skills, mindful living and healthy parenting are some areas of focus.

I offer an existential, holistic approach to self growth and healing. I partner with clients to identifiy and correct the maladaptive coping strategies, behavior patterns and belief systems that keeps them stuck. EMDR is a theraputeutic intervention I often employ to address grief and trauma. This treatment method is effective in trauma symptom reduction, as well as the adoption of healthier belief systems, sense of self and world view. My style of therapy not only includes the focus on the behavioral, or even the physical rewiring of the brain; but also encourages finding the meaning behind the pain and embracing the spiritual self

I offer daytime and evening appointments for children, teens, and adults. I also have a special interest in women's issues and new moms. If you are struggling with an existing mental health diagnosis or are concerned with your child's emotional or mental well-being, please consider therapy. Therapy is also for people who feel overwhelmed or unsure about the path their life is taking. I strive to create a warm, safe environment where you will be met with compassion...not judgement. I have worked in mental health and social services for over twenty years.

*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* The thought of going to therapy can be scary, and asking for help can be difficult. Finding a therapist with whom you feel secure and comfortable can be equally daunting, especially when you, your child, or your loved one, are in the midst of emotional and psychological pain. I am invested in cultivating a safe, supportive, and trusting environment where clients can get "unstuck" from thoughts and emotions that interfere with their goals and happiness. I partner with my clients to heal from their pasts, create their present, and work toward a future filled with vitality, peace, and happiness.