Therapists in Cook County, IL
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I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples dealing with infertility or difficulties building a family.
Sometimes life throws you a curveball or two. Some people have been dealt a difficult card from the start. I believe we all possess the tools needed to get through times of adversity, but at times, may need a little guidance. Having an objective ally to cheer you on can really make the difference in reaching your goals and feeling confident along the way. I strive to create a stimulating, comfortable, and safe place for people to be vulnerable. I tend to have a relaxed conversational style, while using evidenced based materials and approaches. I am committed to jumping in the muck with you so we can find solutions together.
I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples dealing with infertility or difficulties building a family.
Sometimes life throws you a curveball or two. Some people have been dealt a difficult card from the start. I believe we all possess the tools needed to get through times of adversity, but at times, may need a little guidance. Having an objective ally to cheer you on can really make the difference in reaching your goals and feeling confident along the way. I strive to create a stimulating, comfortable, and safe place for people to be vulnerable. I tend to have a relaxed conversational style, while using evidenced based materials and approaches. I am committed to jumping in the muck with you so we can find solutions together.
![Photo of Yingjia Huang, MA, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5fb68586-7f30-46fb-806e-6dd558d38457/3/320x400.jpeg)
Yingjia Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201 (Online Only)
I utilize a wide range of approaches including CBT, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), ACT, DBT, Psychodynamic, culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, client-centered, evidence-based, Strength-based, and other approaches.
I'm passionate about supporting multicultural individuals, immigrants, and other marginalized populations to deal with life challenges associated with acculturation, life transitions, and trauma. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, students, adults, and their families who have been going through life transitions and stresses together. I’m specialized in working with individuals to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, perinatal issues, grief, stress management, intergenerational conflicts, complex trauma, communication, relationship issues, etc. I incorporate multiculturalism into my practice.
I utilize a wide range of approaches including CBT, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), ACT, DBT, Psychodynamic, culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, client-centered, evidence-based, Strength-based, and other approaches.
I'm passionate about supporting multicultural individuals, immigrants, and other marginalized populations to deal with life challenges associated with acculturation, life transitions, and trauma. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, students, adults, and their families who have been going through life transitions and stresses together. I’m specialized in working with individuals to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, perinatal issues, grief, stress management, intergenerational conflicts, complex trauma, communication, relationship issues, etc. I incorporate multiculturalism into my practice.
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Christina Hoffstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60625
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Christina is a passionate advocate for children, teens, and adolescents in need. By using techniques like Play Therapy, CBT, and DBT, Christina helps clients develop a diverse tool kit to achieve their goals. Christina creates unique treatment plans for each client, providing therapy specific to their personal concerns such as anxiety, depression, school struggles, behavioral concerns, or family conflicts. Clients working with Christina find her to be warm, easy to connect with and flexible. Christina also takes a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to psychotherapy, allowing clients to feel safe to explore and grow.
Christina is a passionate advocate for children, teens, and adolescents in need. By using techniques like Play Therapy, CBT, and DBT, Christina helps clients develop a diverse tool kit to achieve their goals. Christina creates unique treatment plans for each client, providing therapy specific to their personal concerns such as anxiety, depression, school struggles, behavioral concerns, or family conflicts. Clients working with Christina find her to be warm, easy to connect with and flexible. Christina also takes a compassionate and non-judgmental approach to psychotherapy, allowing clients to feel safe to explore and grow.
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Relationships in love, family and work shape so much of how we feel. I help people know themselves and what they bring (good and bad) to their relationships, and help build the skills need to form rewarding connections and sort out relationship breakdowns and chronic problems. In addition, I help those who have had tried therapy or medication in the past but have not been helped. I work with individuals and couples by listening carefully and responding thoughtfully, genuinely and respectfully to create positive outcomes and to meet important needs.
Relationships in love, family and work shape so much of how we feel. I help people know themselves and what they bring (good and bad) to their relationships, and help build the skills need to form rewarding connections and sort out relationship breakdowns and chronic problems. In addition, I help those who have had tried therapy or medication in the past but have not been helped. I work with individuals and couples by listening carefully and responding thoughtfully, genuinely and respectfully to create positive outcomes and to meet important needs.
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Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, family and friends, things you care about, are you struggling to make a decision, or feeling emotionally stuck? I am here to help you reclaim control and find balance. My approach to therapy focuses on collaborating with clients to build a nurturing space, where each person's unique strengths and goals are validated and affirmed. I serve individuals and couples in overcoming struggles with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, identity issues, family conflict, intergenerational trauma, and work/life harmony.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, family and friends, things you care about, are you struggling to make a decision, or feeling emotionally stuck? I am here to help you reclaim control and find balance. My approach to therapy focuses on collaborating with clients to build a nurturing space, where each person's unique strengths and goals are validated and affirmed. I serve individuals and couples in overcoming struggles with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, identity issues, family conflict, intergenerational trauma, and work/life harmony.
![Photo of Jeff Bondora And Jessica Zaucha - BZA Behavioral Health - Schaumburg office, LCSW, MEd, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d9d7cb25-6b4e-4cbf-9d0a-b06eab54848b/1/320x400.jpeg)
BZA Behavioral Health - Schaumburg office
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Our services range from therapy for depression and anxiety to medication management, parenting support, family counseling and life coaching.
BZA Behavioral Health is an inclusive, highly specialized group of clinicians dedicated to the emotional and behavioral wellness of the individuals and families we treat. We value the diversity & unique experiences of each person & it is our mission to have comprehensive & individualized types of treatment options to best match those personal needs. Services we offer include (but are not limited to) neuropsychological/psychological assessment, psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, & art therapy. We work with clients of all ages to utilizing strength to cope with life's challenges.
Our services range from therapy for depression and anxiety to medication management, parenting support, family counseling and life coaching.
BZA Behavioral Health is an inclusive, highly specialized group of clinicians dedicated to the emotional and behavioral wellness of the individuals and families we treat. We value the diversity & unique experiences of each person & it is our mission to have comprehensive & individualized types of treatment options to best match those personal needs. Services we offer include (but are not limited to) neuropsychological/psychological assessment, psychiatry, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, & art therapy. We work with clients of all ages to utilizing strength to cope with life's challenges.
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I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems in adolescents and adults (ages 12 and up). In my work with adolescents, therapy often focuses on dealing with stress related to academic demands, difficulties in peer and romantic relationships, family conflict, low self-esteem, as well as individuals struggling with self-identity. I also work with young adults who feel overwhelmed during the transition to college or entering the work force for the first time.
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems in adolescents and adults (ages 12 and up). In my work with adolescents, therapy often focuses on dealing with stress related to academic demands, difficulties in peer and romantic relationships, family conflict, low self-esteem, as well as individuals struggling with self-identity. I also work with young adults who feel overwhelmed during the transition to college or entering the work force for the first time.
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Jarom Matheson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60626 (Online Only)
I focus on and have experience treating trauma related symptoms and disorders, anxiety, depression, attachment disruptions, family conflict, survivors of childhood abuse, survivors of sexual assault, as well as loss and grief.
We have our own journey full of triumphs, struggles, and failure. Therapy is a perfect format to process and come to the understanding of where and why you are that brings you to seek the service. My belief is that therapy is the place for the person to process and discuss each unique experience without judgment and develop a healthy way to cope or come to terms with the consequences. Therapy also can be your opportunity to be seen and heard, which would help you move toward the acceptance of yourself.
I focus on and have experience treating trauma related symptoms and disorders, anxiety, depression, attachment disruptions, family conflict, survivors of childhood abuse, survivors of sexual assault, as well as loss and grief.
We have our own journey full of triumphs, struggles, and failure. Therapy is a perfect format to process and come to the understanding of where and why you are that brings you to seek the service. My belief is that therapy is the place for the person to process and discuss each unique experience without judgment and develop a healthy way to cope or come to terms with the consequences. Therapy also can be your opportunity to be seen and heard, which would help you move toward the acceptance of yourself.
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I enjoy working with clients to heal from past and current trauma, anxiety, depression, family and relational issues, phase of life stressors and transitions including career changes.
I bring a down-to-earth, approachable presence to therapy and place the utmost importance on fostering a warm and friendly, yet professional relationship with my clients. It is from that foundation of a strong therapeutic rapport that I work with my clients to explore pathways towards healing and experiencing a happier, more fulfilling life.
I enjoy working with clients to heal from past and current trauma, anxiety, depression, family and relational issues, phase of life stressors and transitions including career changes.
I bring a down-to-earth, approachable presence to therapy and place the utmost importance on fostering a warm and friendly, yet professional relationship with my clients. It is from that foundation of a strong therapeutic rapport that I work with my clients to explore pathways towards healing and experiencing a happier, more fulfilling life.
![Photo of Melissa Jacob, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44ebea13-7267-4b63-9903-011eb9645904/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life is unpredictable and can bring stressful and life-altering situations. It makes sense that these situations may be difficult for you to understand, process, and adjust to. I am here to support and assist you with challenges related to the past or present, processing any past painful experiences in a paced way, and creating a coping plan best suited for your needs. Helping you and/or your family return to a place of connection and cohesion is one of my primary goals. I utilize a trauma-informed psychodynamic approach, incorporating CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques as needed always meet each client where they are.
Life is unpredictable and can bring stressful and life-altering situations. It makes sense that these situations may be difficult for you to understand, process, and adjust to. I am here to support and assist you with challenges related to the past or present, processing any past painful experiences in a paced way, and creating a coping plan best suited for your needs. Helping you and/or your family return to a place of connection and cohesion is one of my primary goals. I utilize a trauma-informed psychodynamic approach, incorporating CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques as needed always meet each client where they are.
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Jenna Jablonski
Counselor, MA,LCPC, CCTP, CADC, CSITP, CAGCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
Skilled in CBT, ACT, DBT, Attachment, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused therapy techniques, my integrated approach assists clients to develop deeper self-awareness and mindfulness, process through underlying feelings and beliefs, improve psychological flexibility, and strengthen coping skills as clients work towards their goals and long-term change.
I received my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University along with an additional certifications in substance use counseling, trauma, advanced grief, and integrative sex therapy. I use a person-centered orientation to treat adults with a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, panic, life/relationship/education/career transitions, grief, issues with attachment and relationships, self-esteem and self image, chronic mental health challenges, and maladaptive coping including challenges with substance use, avoidance, codependence, self-harm, isolation, and people-pleasing.
Skilled in CBT, ACT, DBT, Attachment, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused therapy techniques, my integrated approach assists clients to develop deeper self-awareness and mindfulness, process through underlying feelings and beliefs, improve psychological flexibility, and strengthen coping skills as clients work towards their goals and long-term change.
I received my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adler University along with an additional certifications in substance use counseling, trauma, advanced grief, and integrative sex therapy. I use a person-centered orientation to treat adults with a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, panic, life/relationship/education/career transitions, grief, issues with attachment and relationships, self-esteem and self image, chronic mental health challenges, and maladaptive coping including challenges with substance use, avoidance, codependence, self-harm, isolation, and people-pleasing.
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Topics that we often explore in session are: your relationship with food, connectedness with your body, being in tune with bodily cues, how your talk to yourself, cyclical dieting, self-esteem, family history and ways of coping.
If you’re struggling with feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, depression, feeling lost with your direction in life/career, or struggling with disordered eating, you have come to the right place. During our sessions, we will be doing values based work, along with CBT to explore if you are living a life in alignment with your core values. I challenge clients on their thoughts and actions to encourage them to be the best versions of themselves. I use approaches that emphasize growth and resilience. I believe strongly in embracing discomfort. I believe that in discomfort, there is growth; and with growth, comes change.
Topics that we often explore in session are: your relationship with food, connectedness with your body, being in tune with bodily cues, how your talk to yourself, cyclical dieting, self-esteem, family history and ways of coping.
If you’re struggling with feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, depression, feeling lost with your direction in life/career, or struggling with disordered eating, you have come to the right place. During our sessions, we will be doing values based work, along with CBT to explore if you are living a life in alignment with your core values. I challenge clients on their thoughts and actions to encourage them to be the best versions of themselves. I use approaches that emphasize growth and resilience. I believe strongly in embracing discomfort. I believe that in discomfort, there is growth; and with growth, comes change.
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Having graduated from Roosevelt University in 2021 with a dual master’s in both school and mental health counseling, Joie uses an integrative approach to Feminist, person-centered counseling including, but not limited to Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative and Existential Therapy, and CBT, and DBT.
Joie is a North Side resident, and a proud member of the Queer, Neurodiverse, and Chronically Ill/ Disabled communities. They believe in nurturing and cherishing these identities (as well as all others!), and challenging social norms with the radical act of being yourself. Joie is a former social emotional and sexual health educator, and has worked with young people in various capacities for over 10 years. They’ve worked both in the schools and via Telehealth to provide therapy to children, adolescents, and emerging adults, focusing primarily on acute and complex trauma, neurodivergence, and gender/sexuality identity development.
Having graduated from Roosevelt University in 2021 with a dual master’s in both school and mental health counseling, Joie uses an integrative approach to Feminist, person-centered counseling including, but not limited to Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative and Existential Therapy, and CBT, and DBT.
Joie is a North Side resident, and a proud member of the Queer, Neurodiverse, and Chronically Ill/ Disabled communities. They believe in nurturing and cherishing these identities (as well as all others!), and challenging social norms with the radical act of being yourself. Joie is a former social emotional and sexual health educator, and has worked with young people in various capacities for over 10 years. They’ve worked both in the schools and via Telehealth to provide therapy to children, adolescents, and emerging adults, focusing primarily on acute and complex trauma, neurodivergence, and gender/sexuality identity development.
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Brittany Gerard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062 (Online Only)
Brittany’s clinical interests include: eating disorders, grief, trauma, anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, executive functioning, school and academic issues, identity development, relationship difficulties, communication, stress management, self-esteem challenges, behavioral challenges, divorce, family conflict, as well as social skills.
Finding the right therapist for your needs can be anxiety-provoking. I want to make it easier for you. I value building a strong sense of rapport with you through transparency, validation, and humor. I believe in working together to process your most pressing challenges, helping you adapt healthy coping behaviors that allow you to not only live a life you love, but one where you thrive.
Brittany’s clinical interests include: eating disorders, grief, trauma, anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, executive functioning, school and academic issues, identity development, relationship difficulties, communication, stress management, self-esteem challenges, behavioral challenges, divorce, family conflict, as well as social skills.
Finding the right therapist for your needs can be anxiety-provoking. I want to make it easier for you. I value building a strong sense of rapport with you through transparency, validation, and humor. I believe in working together to process your most pressing challenges, helping you adapt healthy coping behaviors that allow you to not only live a life you love, but one where you thrive.
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Cara Chill
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
Chill employs an array of evidence-based practices including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Dr. Chill’s area of focus includes working with adults, teens, and couples. For the past eight years she has accumulated experience working in residential and inpatient settings, community mental health, correctional settings, medical settings, and private practices. Dr. Chill is passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who identify as TGNC, and individuals in poly, ENM, and various relationship structures. Dr. Chill has experience in treating mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues, gender identity and sexual orientation exploration, and stress.
Chill employs an array of evidence-based practices including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Dr. Chill’s area of focus includes working with adults, teens, and couples. For the past eight years she has accumulated experience working in residential and inpatient settings, community mental health, correctional settings, medical settings, and private practices. Dr. Chill is passionate about working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who identify as TGNC, and individuals in poly, ENM, and various relationship structures. Dr. Chill has experience in treating mood and anxiety disorders, relationship issues, gender identity and sexual orientation exploration, and stress.
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I have over 13 years of experience practicing therapy with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings who are dealing with a wide array of clinical issues. My main areas of clinical focus have been depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic, trauma, and anger as well as behavioral, family, and interpersonal problems. If you find yourself or your child challenged with constant worry, low mood, lack of motivation, anger or interpersonal struggles, I am here to help!
I have over 13 years of experience practicing therapy with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings who are dealing with a wide array of clinical issues. My main areas of clinical focus have been depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic, trauma, and anger as well as behavioral, family, and interpersonal problems. If you find yourself or your child challenged with constant worry, low mood, lack of motivation, anger or interpersonal struggles, I am here to help!
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Laura M Ipjian
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Glenview, IL 60025
If you are looking for support for you or a family member, it can often be difficult to ask for help. It takes a lot to trust someone to understand what is going on in your world. The goal is to focus on positive outcomes and find inner strength for you in the present and the future when facing the toughest challanges in life. Everyone's challanges may look different, and yours are just as important. All of this is accomplished through empathy, and finding what avenue and path is best for you.
If you are looking for support for you or a family member, it can often be difficult to ask for help. It takes a lot to trust someone to understand what is going on in your world. The goal is to focus on positive outcomes and find inner strength for you in the present and the future when facing the toughest challanges in life. Everyone's challanges may look different, and yours are just as important. All of this is accomplished through empathy, and finding what avenue and path is best for you.
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Practical Magic Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640
Internal Family System (IFS) & parts work, feminist & queer theoretical approaches, harm reduction, and collaborative work with substance use concerns, Health at Every Size (HAES) nutritional counseling & Fat liberationist activism, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, sex therapy.
Here at Practical Magic Healing, we embrace an abolitionist, humanist philosophy and prioritize meeting our clients on their own terms, in their own environment, as the expert on their own experiences. We are here to follow your lead and find what works for you rather than centering our own expertise or standardized, dime-a-dozen psychological assessments and interventions.
Internal Family System (IFS) & parts work, feminist & queer theoretical approaches, harm reduction, and collaborative work with substance use concerns, Health at Every Size (HAES) nutritional counseling & Fat liberationist activism, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, sex therapy.
Here at Practical Magic Healing, we embrace an abolitionist, humanist philosophy and prioritize meeting our clients on their own terms, in their own environment, as the expert on their own experiences. We are here to follow your lead and find what works for you rather than centering our own expertise or standardized, dime-a-dozen psychological assessments and interventions.
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Katie Bangs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Grange, IL 60525
The courage to show up for yourself is the ultimate act of strength and self-love. My goal is to meet each client where you are in your journey and provide trust, empathy and compassion to further explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences. I have supported those processing complex trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief/loss, life transitions and strained family relationships. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, codependency, chronic pain, self-harm and suicidal ideation. With a background in health and fitness, I bring awareness to one's physiological symptoms.
The courage to show up for yourself is the ultimate act of strength and self-love. My goal is to meet each client where you are in your journey and provide trust, empathy and compassion to further explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences. I have supported those processing complex trauma, adverse childhood experiences, grief/loss, life transitions and strained family relationships. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders, codependency, chronic pain, self-harm and suicidal ideation. With a background in health and fitness, I bring awareness to one's physiological symptoms.
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Chris Dominguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evanston, IL 60201 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who find themselves struggling with: depression, anxiety, addiction, managing stress, life transitions, and family conflict.
Choosing to pursue therapy can be a big step to take, and allowing yourself to be vulnerable with a stranger is no easy task. My goal is to meet you where you are. My work with you is focused on working collaboratively to explore your authentic self, using your strengths to help empower you to live a life that aligns with your needs and your values. My multicultural background allows me to be sensitive to and understand how culture and race can impact our mental health.
I specialize in working with individuals who find themselves struggling with: depression, anxiety, addiction, managing stress, life transitions, and family conflict.
Choosing to pursue therapy can be a big step to take, and allowing yourself to be vulnerable with a stranger is no easy task. My goal is to meet you where you are. My work with you is focused on working collaboratively to explore your authentic self, using your strengths to help empower you to live a life that aligns with your needs and your values. My multicultural background allows me to be sensitive to and understand how culture and race can impact our mental health.