I provide counseling and therapy for Individuals, Relationships (couples, marital, engaged), Adolescents and Families.
Education Bachelor's of Arts Degree in Psychology University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work University of Illinois at Chicago, Jane Addams Graduate School of Social Work, 1989
Professional Licensing L.C.S.W - Licensed with State of Illinois as Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Experience Nine years experience in-patient psychiatric hospital settings Crisis intervention Chronically mentally ill Group therapy in aftercare settings Fifteen years Clinical Consultant with home care agency Fifteen years in private practice outpatient therapy
Treatment Approach Psychodynamic Theory Self-Psychology Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
ServicesPsychotherapy and Counseling I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I accept self pay, or can bill your insurance for services. I am in network with the following insurance companies: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Humana Aetna Magellan Behavioral Health Multiplan ComPsych
I can also bill insurance companies out of network. Specialties: Relieving Depression Bipolar Disorder Lack of trust, fear of trusting Sexual Abuse and Survivor issues Overcoming Anxiety (fears, obsessions, stress) Improving Relationships Communication and Skills Decreasing stress Understanding and expressing anger Resolving Relationship Conflict Loss and Grief Loneliness Divorce Self Esteem and Self Confidence Panic attacks, phobias Parenting problems Step families and blended families Marital Problems Infidelity Engagement problems Fights and arguments about money Performance anxiety Adolescent emotional and behavioral issues Phase of life issues Renewing hope and a sense of well-being.