I take a whole body approach to health and illness with a focus on how the mind influences the body just as the body influences the mind. Anxiety, depression, and stress can impact health and exacerbate chronic pain, heart disease, insomnia, and other medical problems. However, addressing the emotional aspects of medical conditions can improve quality of life and physical health. Also, psychological principles can help enhance wellness and lead to lasting behavioral changes. As a health psychologist, I can help you emotionally cope with medical conditions, make healthy lifestyle choices, and learn skills to move forward with your life.

Seeking the help of a professional can be intimidating and overwhelming at times. There’s great effort that goes into finding the right therapist, having to not only search for someone skilled but also someone you can feel comfortable with, and sensitive to your needs as an unique individual. Let me assist you through your journey by providing support and tools to promote healing, growth, and self-discovery.  ​

Counseling could be intimidating, but your initial step to take care of yourself is one step closer to a healthy lifestyle. I'm a bilingual certified counselor who loves to work with children of all ages, adolescents, & adults. My commitment to you is to collaborate in different therapeutic manners to find the best route together. With my laid-back and positive attitude, your health and well-being with be accepted and prioritized. Therapy is a safe place to discuss the most difficult issues with a licensed professional. I am here for you. Therapy can be the beginning of rebuilding self-esteem and positivity once again.

My practice is unique as I do both clinical counseling and career/executive coaching. Clinical counseling deals with emotional concerns. Career coaching addresses finding the right career path, making decisions regarding entrepreneurial ventures or retirement options. In many instances career coaching and emotional concerns appear concurrently. Executive Coaching covers leadership & management skills. I have extensive experience in career counseling and executive coaching. For the past 15 years I have worked in person and virtually with thousands of clients globally. I also assist adolescents in college coaching. We work together to match their interests with colleges. I then provide guidance throughout the entire college application process.

"We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing. Consequences give us the pain that motivates us to change." ~H. Cloud. Change is always hard but often necessary and attainable with the appropriate guidance and tools. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues in adolescents, adults, and couples, and I have extensive experiences with these populations. I work best with clients who are self-motivated and seek therapy on their own so they are ready to apply themselves outside of therapy.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Domestic Violence Professional. I am from Chicago, IL, where I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Illinois State University. Throughout my career, I have had experience in working with clients who have trauma and stress related issues, anxiety, depression and mood related issues, adolescent/behavioral issues, school issues, self-harm, self-esteem, life adjustments/daily stressors, anger management, and family/relationship issues.

I specialize in working with adults and couples with a variety of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I have experience working with adult survivors of abuse as well as LGBTQ clients.

Healthy relationships promote happiness, security, success, and even physical health! Moreover, healthy relationships lay the foundation for future relationships, so how you interact with your spouse and your child will impact your child's future relationships. I work with both families and couples on improving their relationships by building trust and open communication. Much of my work has been with families with children or teenagers. I also have experience helping families deal with various illnesses in collaboration with doctors and psychiatrists. I also work with individuals to reduce stress and improve confidence.

I have a breadth of training and experience in working with individuals from diverse populations, and providing psychological services across the lifespan. My approach is to form relationships based on trust, respect and in a safe environment, facilitating growth in your overall well-being. I have a deep compassion for helping those individuals who want to improve their quality of life so that they may lead a life that matters. I received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology, and am a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Texas.

I have extensive inpatient and outpatient experience in assisting adult and senior clients who have been diagnosed with mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, and personality disorders. I also assist clients who are in crisis and/or dealing with stress, sadness, worry, grief/loss, caregiver burden, and unhealthy habits and behaviors. I also provide services to couples and families geared toward helping them develop skills and insight that will increase communication and problem solving skills. I view therapy as a means to highlight healthy and unhealthy thoughts and behaviors while providing a direction for clear and lasting change.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional counselor. I have over 10 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families suffering from various issues including depression, anxiety, anger, communication issues, conflict resolution, divorce, couples issues, parenting struggles, trauma including sexual abuse, and life's many transitions. WIth my specific training in family systems, my focus is on how our relationships with others impact us daily.I am also a certified facilitator of PREPARE-ENRICH Marital Assessment which has been shown to increase your chances of marital success for marital and premarital couples.

You deserve to have a healthy, happy, and fulfilling relationship! One filled with amazing sex and intimacy! My ideal clients are looking for support and motivated to change. Issues of dating, relationship fulfillment, losing a sense of self in a relationship, sexual dysfunctions, lack of intimacy, handling a breakup, depression, anxiety and a desire for better sex are some of the typical things clients bring into therapy.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. With 17 years of experience, I provide psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. I provide a safe, caring, and warm environment to utilize my knowledge of different techniques to work with each individual. In challenging beliefs and thoughts that may be unhelpful, I present different perspectives, behaviors, and skills to improve a variety of challenges. I believe clients possess the internal ability to improve their overall functioning in an empathetic and encouraging environment. I would be honored to be a part of your process.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Pressures from work, problems in your relationships, negative emotions, or physical illness can interfere with your ability to enjoy life or be your best self. I am here to help. I strive to create a warm and supportive environment in which you can feel safe to fully explore your thoughts and feelings. I will take a positive approach to help you build on your existing strengths while also expanding your abilities to cope with life's challenges, reduce stress, improve your relationships with self and others, and enhance your overall quality of life.

It has never been more imperative that we take care of our mental health and wellness. There is so much to decompress from daily, that sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed. Sometimes you want to find a therapist that will support you, and other times you may be looking for direction and challenge. During this time of the Pandemic and ongoing political and social unrest, consider caring for yourself, first. As you grow this work into consistent practice, you will find more gratitude and mindfulness even during difficult times. I look forward to serving you.

***If you are concerned about the current health crisis, I provide either phone or online/Telehealth therapy sessions.*** Whatever you may be struggling with--there IS hope and help available. I have been providing therapy to individuals, couples and families for more than 20 years. I believe that everyone has the ability to make positive changes in their lives. My goal is to help you gain insight about what might be getting in the way of living the life you want and to develop a plan that will allow you to achieve your personal goals.

I bilieve that counseilng is a process to explore inner strength and nurture self. You will start and continue the healing process through finding yourself and accepting yourself. I believe that developmental trauma can influence one's life profoundly. You may find it is difficult to manage your emotions and relationships, and these issues may resulted from past traumatic learning. In fact, developmental trauma is reversible. In my trauma focused counseling, you will be able to learn practical ways to increase inner power and experience a life with quality. 我相信心理咨询是一个互相看见的过程。我会珍视每一次沟通和聆听的机会。希望在真诚和安全的环境里，痛苦不再是窒息的，而内心的力量得以被发现。

I am passionate about helping people and relationships heal, grow, and transform. I believe we develop and participate in patterns of behavior with our loved ones, and it takes intentional effort to get unstuck. I seek to provide a safe atmosphere for self-examination and personal accountability. My goal is to help restore calm in relationships disrupted by the stress of chronic, unresolved conflicts and emotional disconnection. I enjoy helping clients gain insight, tolerate and reduce anxiety, and create intimacy with their partners.

Does it sometimes seem as if no one gets you anymore? Relationships start to get strained. You feel overwhelmed and might struggle to get through the day - much less the week, the semester, the holidays...You begin to disconnect and feel even more alone. Asking for help is rarely easy, and the fact that you are even beginning to explore your options is a brave step! I get it! You are looking for a therapist who can handle your stuff without flinching, where you finally feel safe, heard, and truly understood. Whether you have experienced trauma - seen or unseen - or are just looking to live a fuller life, I can help.

We all face adjustments in life. Right now, you or someone you know may be experiencing: •Anxiety: restlessness, worry, panic, fear, sleep problems •Depression: apathy, general discontent, hopelessness, mood swings, sadness •Life Transitions: from stress or change due to moving, change in career, changes in household •Grief/Grieving: loss of loved one, friend or pet •Trauma: sexual abuse history