We are so often searching for our “old selves” or to be back to who we used to be that we fight integrating some of the experiences that are more challenging or less desirable. However, without doing it, we are unable to reach the goals we have and feel as though we are living more balanced and authentic lives. Throughout my own personal journey, coupled with my professional experiences and training, I have come to embrace this thought and process of integration to be able to move forward. This is so apparent in our journeys of fertility, and adjusting to the constant change we experience as parents, or shifting our life expectations without children. I assist clients in identifying the areas of life that are working well, in order to enhance other areas and begin to make changes to improve situations. By utilizing mindfulness strategies and challenging distorted thinking patterns, clients become more at peace and satisfied in life. We all have challenges in life and having a person whose only vested interest is in you can be infinitely helpful when figuring it all out. My clients are the driving force in therapy and it is their plan that is most important.
WOMEN'S ISSUES
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience and a member of the National Association of Social Workers, and Postpartum Support International. I graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and Psychology and from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Master’s in Social Work. I also have a Master’s of Education- Administration and Supervision from National Louis University. I have experience in residential settings, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient centers, and school social work and administration. I have extensive experience working with survivors of various traumas, including sexual assaults and domestic violence, and abuse.
Seleni is a nonprofit organization that provides clinical services, online information, professional training, and research funding for women's reproductive and maternal mental health.
The purpose of PSI is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.
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Being a therapist has been one of the great honors of my life. Building a strong therapist-client relationship through a client centered, strength-based approach is how I help clients achieve their goals. Whether its adjusting to a life change, healing from past trauma, or developing skills to manage mental health struggles having someone vested in you and your progress can be greatly helpful. Utilizing talk and art therapy techniques as well as mindfulness strategies and building coping skills can assist a client in becoming more hopeful in finding more contentment in life.
WOMEN'S ISSUES
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience and a member of Postpartum Support International. I received my Bachelor’s in Fine Arts and Psychology from Bradley University and my Master’s in Expressive Therapy from the University of Louisville. I have completed the 2 Day Components of Care and Advanced training through Postpartum International on the treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. I have experience in community mental health, outpatient centers, and schools. I have provided both crisis intervention and long and short-term therapy. I have extensive experience working with survivors of sexual violence of all ages and providing clinical supervision.
The purpose of PSI is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum.
In network insurance plans include Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Magellan, Cigna, UnitedBehavioral Health (Optum), Aetna (including Coventry and First Health), BCBS HMO Endeavor 447. Please contact by phone to discuss out of network benefits. It is also a good idea to contact your insurance carrier directly to understand what your benefits are. A sliding scale fee may be available.
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For clinicians looking to fulfill supervision hours for licensure or who like consultation on their own work.
We are located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Chicago at 4403 W Lawrence Ave., Suite 216, close to I-94 and I-90. We are convenient to several Chicago neighborhoods and suburbs, providing in person and telehealth appointments across the state of Illinois.