It takes courage to seek out professional help. This may be your first time starting therapy or you are ready to continue the process after a new life challenge has come up. I strongly believe that you already have the inner resources you need to feel better, but may need assistance accessing these resources in a healthy way. Our work together will be about finding out what blocks you from feeling more empowered and alive. By learning new ways to be with difficult thoughts and experiences, it will be easier to meet the challenges and change that life inevitable brings.

Welcome to my practice. Your mental health is extraordinarily important. When you are struggling emotionally, help from an objective person is critical for your pursuit of wellness. Therapy offers an extraordinary opportunity to resolve emotional problems and create personal growth. I use a psycho-dynamic approach to assist clients with understanding their emotions. What's essential about this kind of therapy, is exploring your past to understand your present life. With consistent empathy throughout the process of exploration, you can can feel better and find more fulfillment in life.

I believe that healing can occur within the context of a trusted relationship. I work with adults and families to help people better understand the things that are getting in the way of living a full, productive, and satisfying life. That could be a child’s struggle with emotional regulation, a parent’s difficulty setting limits or understanding their child’s behavior, an adult who struggles to develop and sustain intimate relationships, or a teenager who feels overwhelmed by all that is on their plate.

**Evening appointments** The experience of becoming a mother can be exciting, lonely and exhausting -- all at the same time! Perhaps you are struggling with infertility or a high-risk pregnancy. Maybe your child's birth didn't go as planned and you are finding it difficult to move forward. Or you are feeling overwhelmed and anxious after bringing your baby home and wonder how you will adjust to your new role. You don't have to navigate this journey on your own. Working with one of our therapists can provide you a safe, non-judgemental space to process any feelings you are experiencing and overcome the challenges you are facing.

Self-care and healthy relationships can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I believe in enhancing personal growth. I am dedicated to being an attentive and active listener. I will work collaboratively with you to develop short and long-term goals and in identifying barriers to accomplishing and maintaining these goals. My support and encouragement can instill hope and motivation to change by developing healthy coping skills.

I work with couples and individuals coping with anxiety, marital and pre-marital issues, life transitions and sexuality-related concerns. I have extensive clinical experience working with presentations of sexual pain or discomfort, challenges integrating faith & sexuality, loss of intimacy, changes in sexual desire and arousal and performance anxiety. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples deepen their understanding of their own intimate needs as they strive to reconnect, cultivate love and ignite passion within their relationships. I aim to foster an environment where insight, curiosity, creativity and psychological safety are present throughout treatment.

"The day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom"-Anais Nin. Asking for help can be hard and I admire your courage in taking this step. Working together in a safe and nurturing environment, we will navigate struggles, develop healthy coping skills, and gain a deeper understanding of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors so you can heal, grow, and thrive. For over twenty years I have worked with people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, and cultures on issues with relationships, loss, mood, anxiety, and personality disorders.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents. I am particularly interested in helping families and schools work together to support students with unique learning needs as a result of emotional, cognitive, and behavioral difficulties. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach, as well as, narrative principals to assist clients with addressing the various challenges they are facing. I believe that therapy should be a safe and reclaiming space where strengths are built upon and challenges are addressed side-by-side.

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I enjoy working with people of all ages, especially with children, adolescents, and their families. I am experienced in treating a wide range of clinical issues, including anxiety, depression, issues of self-esteem, grief and loss, attention deficit and hyperactivity concerns, difficulties in school or work, and life transitions, as well as providing advocacy and psycho-education to parents and caregivers.

People seek therapy for many reasons. Maybe you’ve experienced a recent life change or event that is causing distress or discomfort. Maybe you’ve struggled with issues for a long time and have decided you have the desire or capacity to deal with it now. Maybe you’re looking for a place to process and reflect on the stressors that are part of daily life. Whatever your motivation for seeking support at this time, I’m glad you’re here and eager to learn more about how I can help.

My practice involves Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and related disorders as well as other empirically supported treatments such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Habit Reversal Training for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors. I work with children, adolescents and adults to overcome various anxieties using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), mindfulness, and compassion-focused therapy. I am dedicated to helping others live with reduced anxiety and better enjoy their daily lives. I do this through compassion, acceptance, and especially humor.

At Centro Castillo for Personal and Family Wellbeing, our therapists strongly believe that we understand a person as part of their culture and family upbringing. Together we will discover what motivates you and use this knowledge to increase self-awareness in how you feel, think and act. With this insight, the ultimate goal is make the best decisions that will leave you feeling better and live a happier life. With 14 therapist in 3 offices throughout the city (Lakeview, Pilsen, and near Oak Park) we look forward to helping you and your family.

Oftentimes, we develop patterns of behaving and relating to others as a way of coping with and protecting ourselves from our early environments. As we expand out past those early experiences and relationships, we may find that these old ways of thinking, behaving, and relating no longer work for us. Together in therapy, we will explore the origins and functions of those patterns, gaining an awareness of how they show up and how we might develop a new path.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience working with individuals, couples and families facing the challenges life presents when dealing with change and transition. Psychotherapy offers a safe place to explore difficult emotions, gain new perspective and heal from painful losses. My approach combines elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, family systems theory, narrative therapy and psychodynamics. I place great emphasis on the therapeutic relationship with my clients and believe that the right personal "fit" is crucial to a successful therapeutic relationship and, in turn, to facilitating greater self-awareness and personal growth.

We all procrastinate from time to time— that assignment isn’t that hard, the towels aren’t that dirty, the mail isn’t so urgent. Suddenly, it’s 9:30PM, and even though you used the day productively (reorganizing Tupperware and extra electronic cables), the one thing you needed to do didn’t get done. Procrastination isn’t about being lazy or mismanaging time; it’s a misunderstanding of internal motivations and anxieties. I can help you implement changes in your life to decrease avoidant (procrastinating) behaviors as well as the frustration and guilt that comes with it.

Primary Care Psychology Associates, LLC is the premier provider of outpatient adult and pediatric psychological services in Central and Northern Chicagoland. We provide comprehensive pediatric (0-18) and adult psychological services, including psychological assessment, consultation, and psychotherapy (individual, couples, and family). Our locations are accessible and conveniently located close to major transportation hubs throughout the greater Chicago area. For more information on our locations and our therapists, please visit www.pcpachicago.com

If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress or conflict, I can help. I am a seasoned psychotherapist, with over 25 years of experience in private practice. No problem is too complex or minimal. If you are facing difficulties in your relationships or have personal or professional concerns that aren't improving, contact me. Psychotherapy can offer insight, solutions, and give you peace of mind.

Congratulations! By looking at this site, you have already taken the first step to your healing process. Psychological struggles can feel so isolating. Psychotherapy is a powerful method for restoring wellness and facilitating both short-term and enduring changes. I utilize a collaborative approach with my clients, which provides them with a non-judgmental and compassionate safe space to feel empowered to take action and change.

For over 20 years I've had the privilege of helping individuals recognize their emotional needs and develop the skills to achieve wellness. I offer clients a specialized setting where they can develop an understanding of how their past/current relationships, childhood and adult experiences have influenced their lives, career choices/satisfaction; and overall happiness. My treatment style is interactive and my approach includes exploring mental/emotional, spiritual, and physical needs and identifying your strengths and gifts. I embrace the importance and uniqueness of diverse cultural backgrounds and their influence on one's life.