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I am a dedicated social worker committed to helping individuals recognize their strengths and true resiliency. I strive to provide the tools and resources needed to navigate difficult times and to find positivity even in challenging situations. My work focuses deeply on supporting individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, and on helping them develop coping skills that strengthen their overall resilience. I look forward to building a strong, trusting relationship where individuals feel safe and comfortable bringing any concerns to our time together. Together, we will work toward meaningful solutions that create a hopeful and inspiring new beginning for anyone facing adversity. My primary goal is to offer support and empower every individual by the end of our work together. Each person I meet fuels my passion and dedication to the mental health field, and I remain committed to finding solutions and providing ongoing support for all.

I am a compassionate mental health therapist and Licensed Social Worker who earned my Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, specializing in mental health practice. I am deeply committed to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and older adults as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic illness, and emotional dysregulation. My clinical approach is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and evidence-based interventions including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and empowered to explore their emotions, build coping skills, and strengthen self-confidence. My goal is to help every individual recognize their strengths, heal past wounds, and develop resilience to move toward personal growth and emotional well-being.

Seiko is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps adolescents and young adults navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. With experience supporting diverse families and a multicultural perspective shaped by her upbringing in Japan, she honors each client’s unique story. She offers a warm, collaborative space to set meaningful goals and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), in both Illinois and Colorado, and a Certified Yoga Instructor who absolutely loves to support individuals on their journeys of healing. Whether I am working with children, adolescents, or adults, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space, full of empathy and warmth, for you to process your feelings and experiences. Life can be such a whirlwind, but you are not alone; I will meet you where you currently are without judgment, and we will work through this as a team. I am passionate about working together as a team to assist you in finding peace and making the appropriate changes to improve your well-being. Life can bring us devastating and life-changing challenges, both big and small, and it can also bring us incredible joy. My goal is to meet you where you are currently at in life without judgement and explore together, as a team, which methods will be most healing and which steps to take to bring positive changes. Everyone has different needs and backgrounds, and knowing this, it is important that each person has an individualized therapy experience and treatment plan that works best for them on their journeys. While my background in social work aids me in strong communication skills and the ability to advocate for my clients, I also can support you in building self-advocacy and self-empowerment skills. We can holistically work through your needs together to achieve personal success and accomplish your goals. I specialize in treating trauma, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, bipolar), childhood behavioral challenges, mindfulness, grief, working with individuals who receive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans in the education system, and working with individuals who have symptoms related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, friendships, bullying, conflict resolution, parenting issues, life transitions, environmental trauma, community violence, domestic violence, and other areas of concern. I am also a 500-hour Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist. These trainings have involved trauma-informed yoga, women's health, the nervous system, restorative work, meditation, and specific anatomy courses. I am able to bring this knowledge and experience with yoga to my sessions to support clients with a number of life situations, such as intergenerational trauma, anxiety, spirituality, and chronic pain. I strongly believe that by using a strengths-based approach and fostering trusting relationships, I can better serve and empower my clients. I also use an integrative therapeutic approach and strategies that will best support each client, instead of using only one type of technique. The skill sets I primarily use are evidence-based practices and include CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, play-based interventions, narrative work, somatic therapy, and talk therapy. I have used these techniques while working in elementary and high schools, as well as currently in a private practice setting with children, adolescents, and adults. Therapy can be new and scary, even if you have already seen a therapist in the past. You are not alone. I know that healing takes time and is a process. My professional and personal experiences have shaped me as a therapist and taught me the power of resilience and personal strength. No matter your reason for going to therapy, I will provide you with new skills and a safe space to process your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and life events, whether they occurred in the past, are happening now, or are planned for the future. Please contact me to set up an initial appointment, and you can start the first step of healing today.

Elizabeth is a personable, authentic clinical social worker who leads with humor, connection, and genuine care. Trained at Boston College with a focus on Children, Youth, and Families, she specializes in supporting school-aged children through anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, and self-esteem concerns. Her solution-focused approach empowers clients of all backgrounds to grow, feel understood, and build lasting self-worth.

Cynthia is known for her warm, encouraging style and her strong commitment to helping clients reach their goals. Trained at DePaul University and The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, she brings extensive experience working with adolescents, families, and adults. She creates a supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful progress in their lives.