About Anne
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in health psychology. I obtained my Ph.D. at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Sciences, and did the majority of my clinical training and early professional work experience at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. My clinical orientation reflects a combination of evidence-based cognitive-behavior therapy with psychodynamic theory.
I provide individual psychotherapy and consultation to adults for issues related to their psychological and physical well-being; I believe they are interconnected. I work with individuals who are coping with mood disorders (eg., depressive, bipolar and anxiety disorders), addictions and recovery, grief and loss, trauma and relationship problems. I also provide psychotherapy for individuals coping with chronic and acute medical issues such as cancer or organ transplants. I am comfortable collaborating with physicians, caregivers or family members as requested by my clients in order to ensure that positive support networks are in place.
At different times in our lives, circumstances can present us with enormous challenges that may leave us feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to proceed. I view my role as a facilitator of self-exploration and growth by offering insight, cognitive reframing, specific coping strategies and suggested behavioral changes within an atmosphere of understanding and acceptance. I will supplement our conversations with questions in order to obtain an initial framework for understanding your unique background and current life. In particular, I want to identify the strengths you exemplify in your life and relationships. We will also identify any obstacles to your improved health and happiness. Ideally, psychotherapy can provide clarity about what may need to be integrated into our lives, and can infuse us with the strength and support needed to make difficult decisions and then implement change. Finally, I believe a successful course of psychotherapy can transform us into wiser versions of ourselves who can apply that knowledge and self-growth as future challenges arise in our life journey.
