About

I help women and men with depression, anxiety, or difficult relationships grow toward making choices for a better life. Are you exhausted? Does it feel like you are swimming upstream all the time? I can help you. Are you feeling sad a lot, or anxious? Struggling with what to do next? Do you put a positive spin on things, in spite of feeling very "down" on the inside? Maybe others don't know about your sad or anxious feelings, because appearing strong is important to you. They look to you - to hold things together. I create a safe place, we can talk about anything; it's OK. Putting yourself last, always doing for others, is a bit of a hamster wheel. Together we will figure out another way to live - you are a priority! The oxygen mask drops down and you put yours on first - before you help others. Let's talk about what is really happening. You may have had a nagging unhappiness for a long time.
I have been working to empower women and to support men with emotional concerns for decades, in a culture that assumes that everyone should be upbeat and positive all the time. I am passionate about helping women and men find emotional physical/health, balance, and loving relationships. Having help along the way makes a big difference. We will start with what is "Most Immediate" and work from there. It is the counselor-client relationship that makes a big difference, even more than just teaching helpful information. Change is always hard, I have wonderful resources, and would love to share these with you! I teach mindfulness and breathing practices when it is helpful. I use the Enneagram when helpful (9 personality types - for something so ancient, it is surprisingly practical). I am a clinically licensed counselor with 14 years experience (Illinois).

I am in a non-traditional partnership and have grown children. I've known since I was quite young that I wanted to help people with their emotions and their growing to maturity.