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30 North Michigan Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60602
(773) 683-1743
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I believe we all need love, meaning and a sense of competence to live with joy. When our selves, bodies, work or relationships falter, life seems bleak. We all have inner resources for growth and healing. I see my task in our shared journey as midwife to your growth -- holding hope until you can, bearing witness to pain, joy, discovery. Actively interrupting destructive interactions in your relationship, offering new ways to express complaints or caring. Sometimes pushing and sometimes waiting. I am optimistic in the darkest hours, patient, flexible, collaborative and persistent. My Motto: There is never only one way. I will work with you based on what we agree you need. Experienced in psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, trauma work. Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist, a research-based focus on building friendship, managing conflict, & building shared meaning. Work with individuals varies with assessment and client preferences. Early pioneer in therapy for women/men/couples experiencing intimate violence. Parent-child work. including adult children & parents. Published. Experienced with minority families. highly distressed couples and individuals experiencing complex challenges. Certified Sports Counselor. Familiar with alternative health practices & chronic illness challenges. Pre-marital counseling. Clinical consultation, staff training.

My Specialties
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Trauma
PTSD
Chronic Pain
Academic Underachievement
Adoption
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Impulsivity
Coping Skills
Depression
Dissociative Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders