I’m a licensed clinical social worker who works with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth—I aim to create a space where you feel supported and understood while also being gently challenged to grow. Together, we’ll build on your strengths and find practical tools to help you move forward with confidence.
Additional areas of focus: Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Self-harm, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149.028642
MN LICSW 30760
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Makayla communicates very respectfully and in a timely manner. She’s very kind and able to adapt to my needs. As someone new to therapy she has made taking that step very enjoyable
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with MaKayla for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd