“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” ‐ Anais Nin

			People often ask me “How can you do the work you do? Aren’t you sad all the time?” Although I bear witness to great pain and struggle I am continually reminded of the strength and resiliency of human beings. My clients continue to teach me the art and beauty of being human. I have Post Graduate training in Internal Family Systems, “IFS” (www.selfleadership.com), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, “EMDR” (www.emdr.com) and Somatic Experiencing “SE” (www.traumahealing.com) These are all therapies that enable people to heal from the symptoms of emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. As our work progresses, I will explain these modalities and hopefully you will see how they can be helpful in your healing. I received my Masters Degree in Social Work from Loyola University in 1999, and my Undergraduate Degree from The University of Michigan in Art History in 1984. When I’m not in my therapy office I can be found in my studio painting abstractly with oils. I also love riding my bicycle, cross country skiing and being in nature. I’m a mom to two twenty-something daughters and a beagle named Riley. “The best way out is through.” — Robert Frost				Awards  —   Provider of the Year for Outstanding Care of Perinatal Women, Northshore University Health Systems Volunteer Therapist  —  2014 Women in Cancer Program, Heartwood Center, Evanston Volunteer Therapist  —  2014 Curts Cafe in Evanston, ran 8 week expressive arts group Work Experience Willow House  —  1999-2006 Provided individual and family counseling to adults and children grieving the death of a child or parent. Facilitated three monthly support groups and provided consultation and crisis intervention in school communities. Served as Program Director in which responsibilities included creating activities for monthly groups, overseeing all programs including family camp and holiday gathering. Helped supervise clinical interns. College of Lake County  —  2005 Co-Taught six week course on Children and Grief Organization Memberships • 2011-Present — EMDRIA • 1999-present — National Association of Social Workers Groups Group Name Number One Description of group number one here. Group Name Number Two Description of group number two here.
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