I have dedicated my career to assisting people reach their goals and lead a happier, healthier life. As a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois for the last 25 years, I've enjoyed working with diverse individuals with a wide spectrum of needs and concerns. Much of these concerns include issues with depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ challenges. I also help many people who have experienced trauma.
As a therapist, I recognize that many factors contribute to the level of care a person may need, therefore, I don't use a cookie cutter approach. I try to adapt my style to the individual. Sometimes a person is stuck in a certain stage of life or career or needs validation on the approach they are choosing. I work with that person on breaking open the barriers and providing support for their next step. My counseling style is person-centered. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach includes motivational interviewing and is trauma informed, in addition to cognitive-behavioral therapy.
Addressing personal issues, transitions, and change can be stressful but you don't have to address them alone. I can assist you in moving confidently towards your goals so that you can experience a happier and more fulfilling life.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149008229
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She is great
Written on Jun 29, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Very kind and caring. I’ve never gone to therapy and Teresa is helping make it easy
Written on Jun 12, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Teresa is an amazing listener and really sees the big picture. She's been so positive and helpful to look at all of my options for each issue I'm working through.
Written on Jun 01, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kind patient and helpful.
Written on Feb 13, 2025 after therapy with Teresa for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Working with my therapist has been a positive supportive experience.
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Teresa for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Teresa has helped me through a very difficult change in my life. I speak very highly of her and would recommend everyone to her!
Written on Dec 09, 2024 after therapy with Teresa for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching