I am a social worker licensed in Illinois with over 30 years of experience in working with culturally diverse men and women to provide bio-psychosocial supportive brief counseling .
I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including but not limited to grief and bereavement, domestic violence, health and disability adjustment, relationship issues, and career and workplace challenges, I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style begins with valuing your story and the power of your words. I am most concerned about your social, psychological and emotional well-being and will focus our time on mutual problem solving to identify opportunities to enhance your coping capacities. As your catalyst for change, our partnership will remain grounded in respect, trust, and compassion.
My approach combines system theory and cognitive-behavioral therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Feeling a greater sense and acceptance of who you are, where you belong. Our sessions will focus on your learning and practicing techniques such as relaxation, coping, resilience, stress management and assertiveness using a goal-oriented approach. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Welcoming the opportunity to support you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Life purpose, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149008238
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Kind, understanding, patient, and offered valued, constructive, and supportive conversations.
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Constance for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She understands were I'm coming from and is helpsing me get back on track with healthy coping skills
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Constance for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Constance helped me to get my life back and showed me that I can move forward no matter what 'speed bumps' life gives me.
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Constance for 4 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes