Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Swansea, IL

While building rapport, we will work together to approach your needs in the most appropriate and effective way constructed specifically for you. Your trust, comfort, and ability to relate to your therapist is essential as we navigate through life's hardships.

Hello there! I'm here to offer you a warm welcome and introduce myself! I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I firmly believe in the power of therapy to create positive change and provide support during challenging times. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe and comfortable space for my clients to explore their feelings and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concerns, we got you!

In addition to providing counseling, I specialize in comprehensive diagnosis and assessment of learning difficulties, ADHD, memory concerns, autism, dementia/Alzheimer's disease, brain injury, depression, anxiety, and a variety of other psychological and neuropsychological difficulties. I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to each and every client. When your child is struggling at school or when you begin to experience memory issues, you need a knowledgeable and skilled professional who will be able to assess the situation and help you determine the right next step. I can bring clarity to situations that otherwise feel chaotic.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in a private practice setting. I want to provide support and guidance in a safe place for clients to heal and grow while setting goals and working towards those goals. I work from a Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to help you better understand the way your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are intertwined. I want to help clients gain insight and coping skills to create change and self acceptance.

Do you often feel alone, like no one understands you or 'gets' you? Do you struggle with healthy, meaningful relationships? Do you feel like something "isn't quite right" or is missing in your life? Have you tried therapy before and it didn't work out? For every client that walks through my door I help feel less alone and ease emotional burdens. I help you navigate the most difficult hardships in your life by providing a safe and supportive healing space. I help you establish healthy, fulfilling and meaningful relationships, starting with YOU. I look forward to meeting you and walking this healing journey together!

If you are having feelings of insecurity, fear or impulsive, if others have noticed you are irritable, angry or having feelings of depression, anxiety, negative beliefs and difficulties in relationships at school, home or on the job. Do you want to be able to recognize triggers, stop avoiding issues and gain coping skills. Do you want to be happier, feel more capable, gain confidence and knowledge about how you have gotten to this point? As a trauma informed therapist I can help you build solution focus skills to address trauma symptoms and understand how ACES’s (Adverse Childhood Experiences) affect your actions today.

I'm so glad you're here and that you are ready to start this journey with me. I believe real change is possible, and I'm so honored to be able to be your choreographer of change as clients become their best possible selves. The hardest part is taking that first step. Be brave and take that step - so you can live your best life. ​Old patterns or past experiences can keep us stuck; they create obstacles to living presently. Together we will create the space for you to be more present and feel more fulfilled in your life, and reach you goals, bring structure to your life, and improve your relationship with self or others.

Navigating through the various stages of life can be challenging; especially when you are struggling with feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and having anxious thoughts. Pressure from family, social media and relationship issues can also be challenging. Let me help guide you through this difficult period in your life.

Your story matters. And you are more than a story. People usually seek therapy when trying to make sense of a piece of their story or trying to create a new chapter. My approach to therapy seeks to hear your story as we both learn more about who you are and what matters to you. I love to help people improve their relationships with themselves and other. Neurodiversity-Affirming therapy for those with Autism, including women and teens, is my primary specialty. I also have specialization in recovery from mental health challenges such as Depression, self-harm, Borderline Personality, Bipolar Disorder and voice hearing/psychosis.