As an experienced therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in addressing challenges, which include substance abuse, codependency, anxiety, depression, grief, sexual abuse, women’s issues, and marital issues. My extensive background encompasses work in psychiatric hospitals, and crisis intervention, as well as managing and providing individual therapy in mental health and addiction programs. My approach is rooted in relational dynamics, focusing on building a strong therapeutic alliance and collaboration. I am dedicated to guiding adults towards healing and empowerment.

I was the friend that most of my friends came to for advice. I always wanted to help others. I've always felt empathy towards people.

I enjoy pickleball, and spending time with my adult daughter and son. Luckily, they still like spending time with their mother. I have many friends with whom I spend time going to concerts, hikes, or nice restaurants and the beach. I have a multipoo that I love to take for walks.

I listen to funny or self-help podcasts while driving, listen to relaxing music in a bubble bath (some days), talk to friends, cook, or watch a good TV show.

Atomic Habits. I always learn something different each time I read it.

Animal rescue or Child Welfare. Those are both close to my heart after my years at DCFS I believe that sometimes young children are not heard and do not have a voice and adults need to look out for them. Same with animals.

Yes, I have an 8-year-old Multipoo, Leia. She is the sweetest. She loves people. She will stand on her back legs like a person when she sees someone she likes until they come up to her and give her love.