Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
Located on the campus of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, one of the nation's foremost educators of counselors and psychologists, Interwoven Community Counseling Center offers high-quality, affordable counseling services to the general community at our Merchandise Mart location. Let our expertise help you negotiate personal challenges and life's difficult times. We're here to help...
Are you struggling in your marriage? Are you thinking about getting married and need some guidance to have the marriage you always dreamed about? Has your spouse or significant other cheated? Are you feeling down and you just don't know why? Have you experienced a trauma such as abuse, rape, natural disasters or car wrecks, infidelity? Do you want to be secure in your marriage or relationship?...
My clinical focus is bodily, emotional recovery from trauma, adverse childhood experience, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I believe in the possibilities for my clients to discover a second life...balance & renewal they couldn’t imagine at the depths of despair/struggle/change. "Maybe we will find a new purpose. Dedicate to an old dream. Maybe we will soften. Meet God. Taste the vast...
Life can be overwhelming sometimes and you do not have to struggle alone. You have strengths within you that we can build upon. I have skills based on years of study and experience that I will share with you. We will work collaboratively to resolve your current issue while we examine patterns of thinking and behavior in order to avoid or quickly resolve future stumbling blocks. In an atmosphere...
I believe that each person is unique with distinct life experiences that have contributed to making you the person you are today; no two people are the same and each person deserves to be listened to with compassion and in a non-judgmental manner. I believe that while our experiences shape us, we have the capacity to change, grow and become the person we want to be. Seeking help for an issue th...
"When will I feel like myself again?" "Will this pain ever end?" "You don't look sick!" Sound familiar? Illness and setbacks can happen to anyone and are often invisible to others. If you’re struggling to stay active, remain connected and feel torn between sharing "too little" and "feeling like a burden," you’re not alone. I tailor treatment plans for your most urgent needs. My aim is to restor...
Every person's journey through grief is unique and different. No two journeys are alike. Some days are more difficult than others, and one thing that grief counseling seeks to do is help build one's ability to navigate those tough days, to find a way to continue to love the one they loss, and find peace in one's grieving. Similarly, working as a helping professional can lead one to wrestle with...
Have you been wanting to see a therapist for quite some time but haven't been ready to take the leap? Therapy is a new and exciting experience. It can also be intimidating to know where to start. I'd like to explain what I offer. I use several modalities of treatment for the people I see, finding the perfect blend of technique to work for each person. Some individuals respond well to EMDR, othe...
If you're like most people, you could use some support right now. We are living in stressful times, spending most of our time at home, coping with a myriad of worries. Talking to a caring psychologist can really help. I help people with stress, pain, and relationships. I help parents manage their children's behavior and build a stronger bond. I help families become closer and healthier. I teach...
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children at any time in their cycle of life. We are a great fit for people who are seeking respectful, professional, warm, and empathic care. We have training and interest working with any number of life experiences including challenges in relationship, familial issues, and attend to the unique experiences of children and adolescents. We work wit...
I consider it a supreme privilege to accompany my clients into the work of healing, growth, and self-discovery. Entering into these vulnerable and deeply personal spaces with my clients is sacred to me, and I work hard to provide the kind of safety, compassion, and attention that allows deep change. I work with a huge variety of issues but find that my strengths lie primarily in the area of...
Starting therapy and talking about your problems can be overwhelming, but I will try to help you feel as comfortable as possible. In addition to working with various anxiety disorders, depression, and relationship problems, I am particularly interested in working with women experiencing the unique challenges associated with infertility. Infertility can be an exhausting and isolating process tha...
You've taken a courageous step forward by searching for a therapist. Therapy can help you discover your authentic self, revive your passion and joy, and find calm and balance. Whether you're going through a major life event, like cancer, or you've just felt bad for a while, we can work together to help you heal. I am committed to providing a warm, safe, and affirming atmosphere to foster your...
In these times of drastic global change, it is completely natural to feel anxious, fearful, overwhelmed, sad, and stressed. What's most important now is that you feel supported during this time not only by your self care practice, but also by your support team. I would like to be on that support team for you. In my practice, I specialize in working with individuals or couples who are feeling...
Are you ready to feel different? Have you recently thought to yourself , "I really should talk to somebody about all of this stuff"? It is so hard to be anxious, feel stuck and confused, or down and not know where to start to feel better. Please know this: healing is possible. If your past has you feeling stuck, or if the present seems like it is too much to bear, there is hope. I have extensiv...
