ABOUT ME

I am a licensed clinical social worker seeking certification in perinatal mental health.  I received my master’s degree from the University of Chicago and have a wide range of experience working with individuals and families coping with life transitions.  My own personal journey towards building a family helps to inform and strengthen my practice, drawing from my own experience to provide a compassionate space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.

My style can be described as conversational, natural, and relaxed. I aim to communicate in a way that resonates with you, drawing from your own experiences to connect the dots. Our sessions are interactive and collaborative, as I provide a non-judgmental ear, support, and guidance through challenging times. With an emphasis on strengths-based goals, together we will work to discover a deeper understanding of the difficulties you’re facing while uncovering new ways to cope from day to day.  

FERTILITY COUNSELING

The path to having a family can be bumpy.  While the causes of infertility are overwhelmingly physiological, the resulting heartache — often exacerbated by the physical and emotional rigors of infertility treatment — may exact a huge psychological toll. One study of 200 couples seen consecutively at a fertility clinic, for example, found that half of the women and 15% of the men said that infertility was the most upsetting experience of their lives.

Individuals who struggle with infertility often experience the normal but nevertheless distressing emotions common to those who are grieving any significant loss — in this case, the ability to conceive. Typical reactions include shock, grief, depression, anger and frustration, as well as the loss of self-esteem, self-confidence, and a sense of control over one's future.

Because our reproductive story is so strongly ingrained in our sense of self, when something goes awry, it is normal to feel overwhelmed, distressed and anxious. I understand that taking care of your emotional and psychological needs is just as important as caring for yourself physically.

HERE’S HOW THERAPY CAN HELP 

• Provide tools to help cope with the stress of infertility treatment and its challenges.

• Offer ways to improve relationships and communication with family and friends.

• Assess and bolster your emotional health.

• Facilitate and support your problem-solving and decision-making.

• Expand your knowledge base and help you to explore possible holistic treatment modalities, such as mindfulness/meditation.

My love for this work stems from a genuine curiosity about how individuals evolve to be who they are, and how their experiences can shape behavior and quality of life. The more I have learned, the more I understand that while we each have individual paths, we all seek a level of self-awareness and connectedness. It is my honor to walk alongside my clients on their unique journeys.

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to see how I can help you. 

Still feeling unsure? This complimentary screening tool is the quickest and easiest way to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.