Areas of Expertise
EMDR
DBT
ACT
CBT
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): EMDR is a structured, evidence-based therapy used to help individuals process distressing memories and reduce the emotional intensity associated with past traumatic experiences. This approach supports the brain’s natural ability to heal, helping clients develop a greater sense of stability, safety, and emotional balance.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy: DBT focuses on building practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. This approach is especially helpful for individuals who experience intense emotions, mood instability, or difficulty managing stress and relationships.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT helps clients develop greater psychological flexibility by learning to relate differently to thoughts and emotions rather than attempting to eliminate them. Therapy emphasizes values-based living, mindfulness, and committed action, supporting clients in moving toward meaningful life goals despite emotional challenges.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is a structured, evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. This modality is commonly used to address anxiety, panic, stress, and negative self-beliefs by promoting healthier thinking and effective coping strategies.
Therapy Services
Individual Therapy
Individual counseling provides a supportive space to better understand emotional patterns, reduce distress, and build healthier coping strategies. Common concerns addressed in individual therapy include:
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Anxiety and panic
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Trauma
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Stress and burnout
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Emotional regulation difficulties
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Life transitions and identity concerns
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Low self-confidence and rumination
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling supports partners who are experiencing communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, recurring conflict, or trust concerns. Therapy focuses on improving communication, increasing emotional awareness, and helping couples better understand each other’s needs and patterns. Couples therapy is collaborative and structured, with an emphasis on building healthier interactions and strengthening the relationship.
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Couples counseling may help with:
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Communication difficulties
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Conflict and emotional reactivity
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Relationship stress and life transitions
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Rebuilding trust and connection
In-Person & Telehealth Therapy
Counseling services are available in person in Algonquin, IL, and through secure telehealth for clients across Illinois. Telehealth therapy offers flexibility while maintaining the same level of care, collaboration, and confidentiality as in-office sessions.
I am an in-network provider with following Insurances:
BCBS of IL, Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, United Health Care, Cigna, and several more.
