About
Dr. M as she's affectionately known views humans beings as having vast amounts of potential that is often diminished by different complications/circumstances. Dr. M's passion is helping her clients flourish and become the best versions of themselves. Today, Dr. M works with adults and teens at the Montesano Psychological Center and engages in individual/group/equine assisted psychotherapy. Having a strong background in existential philosophy and person-centered psychotherapy Dr. M's priority is designing a unique and individualized treatment plan for all those under her care that incorporate the client's goals and desires for their future and well being rather than her own. In addition, Dr. M is the Director of Clinical Training at Guada Psychological Services. At Guada she trains and supervises aspiring clinicians in evidence based psychotherapies such as: CBT, ACT, H-E, Person Centered Therapy along with teaching warmth, empathy and genuineness within the therapeutic relationship. After finishing her BS in Clinical Psychology at Florida State University, Dr. M, completed a Master's degree and worked in low income communities engaging in home visits and safety checks with the FACT team. Followed by her work in community psychology Dr. M spent two years providing care to individuals with traumatic brain injuries before spending an additional five years of intensive study at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology where she earned her Doctorate. Through this schooling she engaged and trained in health psychology, outpatient care, inpatient care and community psychology at some of the most prestigious and rigorous training sites in the Chicago area such as: Northwestern University’s Family Health Center in Humboldt Park, The Circle Center for Women, Riveredge Hospital and Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
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Click HereBasic Data
Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Gender
Female
Client Focus
- Adults
- Elders (65+)
Therapy Specialties
- Anxiety
- Postpartum
Treatment Orientation
- Coaching
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
Modality
- Group
- Individuals
Education
- Chicago School, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Florida State University (Bachelor's)
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 103T00000X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Psychologist
Credentials
- Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
Psychologist | 071010204 Verify | IL |
Practice Locations
1881 Hicks Rd Ste C
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008-1214
Phone Number: (847) 797-4699