Welcome. I’m glad you’re here. This is a space for thoughtful conversation, practical support, and meaningful change—where you can show up as you are and leave with a clearer sense of where you’re headed.
About Me
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist based in the Chicago area with a deep commitment to thoughtful, respectful, and practical mental health care. I work with adults navigating stress, identity, relationships, and life transitions, bringing a steady, collaborative presence to the therapy room.
My work as a psychologist is grounded in a longstanding interest in how people come to understand themselves, develop their identities, and navigate their relationships with others. I approach psychotherapy as a collaborative process of curiosity and discovery, one that offers opportunities not only to address immediate difficulties, but also to recognize longstanding patterns and develop a greater sense of freedom in how we live.
My approach is informed by psychoanalytic and psychodynamic traditions, with particular attention to the complexity of each person's experiences, relationships, and inner life. I value the opportunity to work with people who are interested in examining themselves thoughtfully, including questions that may not have straightforward answers.
In addition to my clinical practice, I have been actively involved in the education, training, and advancement of professional psychology throughout my career. I earned my Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in Clinical Psychology and have held academic and clinical training positions, including serving as an Assistant Professor and Associate Director of Training at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and as a Training Director at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I have also held leadership roles in state and national professional organizations, including serving as President of the Illinois Psychological Association and in leadership positions within the American Psychological Association's Division of Psychoanalysis. These experiences have deepened my commitment to thoughtful clinical practice, ongoing learning, and the broader intellectual and professional community of psychology and access to mental health care. I have also presented nationally on the role of intersecting identities—including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, immigration status, and religion—in clinical practice.
Psychotherapy for a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships
People often come to therapy not simply because something is wrong, but because they want to understand themselves more fully. They may recognize familiar patterns in their relationships, feel uncertain about the direction of their lives, or find that outward success doesn't always translate into personal fulfillment.
I offer thoughtful, collaborative psychotherapy for adults interested in exploring these questions in depth. My approach combines psychoanalytic understanding with practical attention to the ways insight can create meaningful change.
My practice is particularly well suited to adults interested in sustained, insight-oriented psychotherapy, including those seeking to understand longstanding relational patterns, questions of identity, and the pursuit of a more fulfilling life.
Career Insight
A meaningful part of my work focuses on helping people navigate career questions and broader phase-of-life transitions. Whether someone feels stuck, burned out, uncertain about their direction, or on the edge of a major decision, I help them sort through competing pressures, clarify what truly matters, and move forward with greater confidence and intention. My approach is data-driven and combines practical problem-solving with deeper reflection, supporting people as they realign their work, identity, and values in ways that feel sustainable and authentic.
I particularly enjoy working with men approaching or entering retirement as they navigate questions of identity, purpose, and change
In-Person and Virtual Services
I offer both in-person and online sessions based on availability and clinical appropriateness. I am authorized by PsyPact to provide psychology services to people in participating states.
Payment options
I am in-network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois PPO. I also work with self-pay patients and provide professional billing services to help you receive reimbursement.
Next Steps
If you'd like to schedule a 15-20 minute phone consultation to see if we might be a good fit, send me an email.