Services: Mental Health

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa. I also earned my Professional Educator License with an Endorsement in School Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. With over 20 years of experience as a clinical therapist, school social worker, career and college counselor, and mental health therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise to my role as the owner of FutureU. I am also a proud member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), and a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). My team and I look forward to working with you and helping to make the college planning process less stressful!

I am a master’s level therapist with over 20 years’ experience in social work where I have supported children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings and life events. I am passionate about creating a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment. I am currently Accepting New Clients. My particular interests lie in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, life’s everyday stressors, and adjustment related adversity. My therapeutic approach is personable and relaxed in order to build a trusting, comfortable environment. It is my belief you are your own life’s expert and my role is to be a support as you work toward your goals.

I am a licensed independent social worker and earned my Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Northern Iowa and Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa. With over 22 years of experience in the field, I have worked extensively in the school system as well as with college-aged students and the elderly population. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and solution-focused. I believe that everyone has the ability to overcome challenges and find the solutions they need to live their best life. By focusing on individual strengths and utilizing solution-focused techniques, I help my clients develop practical and effective solutions to their problems.

For 20+ years I've worked with clients to address substance use reduction or elimination, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, relationship issues, family conflict, etc. Using a strengths-based perspective, I draw from CBT, MI, DBT, EMDR, systems theory, and pain reprocessing therapy. Together, we collaborate to find the resolutions that fit you best. It is an honor to be invited to walk with someone along their life's journey. In a supportive environment, we address the specifics of what brought you to therapy with compassion, grace, hope, and some humor to boot. I have had the honor to work with many amazing individuals over my career; I'm excited for the opportunity to work with you!