My therapeutic approach is collaborative and empathic. I am always considering the larger contexts, cultures, and environment that an individual, couple, or family belongs to. I strive to meet people where they are at and maximize upon their inherent strengths to facilitate meaningful change through the therapeutic relationship. I pay particular attention to aspects of identity including race, ethnicity, sexuality, and gender and how these shape a person's sense of self, relationships and their experiences in the world.
I have worked with many teens and young adults particularly in families created by fostering and adoption. I have provided support to parents with young children as they navigate the transition to parenthood and the tasks of parenting young children.
I am particularly passionate about working with individuals and families impacted by trauma as they navigate various life stage transitions during which experiences of trauma can often pose additional challenges.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Illinois and California. I received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at The Family Institute at Northwestern University.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Multicultural Concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Sexuality, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LMFT 166001124
CA LMFT 118101
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Autumn is fantastic. She has really helped me through my day to day and always responds to my messages with great advice and solutions. so thankful for better help and Autumn
Written on Jul 14, 2021 after therapy with Autumn for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Autumn is a great counselor, listing to my concerns and helping me think through the issues I want to discuss.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Autumn for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Autumn has been such a huge help in my daily life. I love that I can just send her a message any time of the day and she always knows how to respond. I really love BetterHelp and love my counselor. She’s very understanding and gives the right advice at all times.
Written on Feb 03, 2021 after therapy with Autumn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Autumn made me feel completely comfortable right away. She knew keys points to touch on with me and how to say things in a way that was very positive and affirming. I highly recommend her!
Written on Feb 03, 2021 after therapy with Autumn for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes