Couples Counseling Therapists in South Loop, Chicago, IL

I understand how overwhelming the process of finding a therapist can be. I understand the discouragement felt when your therapist isn’t the right fit. My approach to therapy is down to earth and humanistic. I recognize that everyone is having their own authentic and imperfect experience which cannot be judged, and the way I treat every client mirrors that. My core belief is that everyone deserves to be heard.

You've done what you can to manage your depression, anxiety, or addiction on your own yet what previously worked just isn't cutting it any more. You know a change needs to be made but are unsure as to exactly how you'll do that. You've been wanting to dig deeper, reflect, and do some self-exploration and are seeking a guide for this journey. Taking action to reach out for therapy can be a challenge and here you are taking that leap of faith, making the first step towards an improved you! Together we will achieve your goals by developing healthier coping skills, improving your communication, and exploring and setting boundaries.

I am a sex-positive, trauma-informed, psychodynamic and client affirming therapist who specializes in depression, anxiety, interpersonal boundaries, relationships, work-life balance, and family of origin issues. I work with adults in individual or relationship therapy. I have a wide variety of clientele, including those who are LGBTQIA, CNM/Polyamorous, and BDSM/Kinky. I have experience working in community mental health, private practice, and in smoking cessation and psychosocial rehabilitation groups. Boundaries, Expectations, Assertive Communication and Self-Esteem are some of my favorite topics to discuss in therapy.

I vehemently believe that with the right tools, our relationships and our sex lives can be the container in which we build the very best version of ourselves. As a relationship and sex therapist, I’ve made a profession in studying those tools – ones that allow us to develop a solid, resilient sense of self that serves as the foundation for a compassionate, enduring, and VIBRANT relationship with the people we love.

As we pass through the world our individual experiences can be stressful and confusing as they are unique to each of us. As a therapist I offer sensitive, collaborative and structured therapy to overcome anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts or difficult life transitions. We will work together for success as you develop new skills and power towards changing the negative. We will focus on bringing joy acceptance and peace into your life. I believe that truly successful therapy provides resolution of the negative mindset and redirection of energy into positive action and holistic balance.

There can be such a range of feelings, thoughts, and questions in the search for a therapist… but I'm truly so glad you are here. I hold the belief that an authentic, collaborative therapeutic relationship is foundational to building and maintaining an empowered therapy space... which means bringing that "human-ness" into session is so important. I prioritize a trauma-informed/relational approach and have a passion for walking alongside young adults in their journey through trauma, relationships, self-esteem, and anxiety.