Stephanie considers the ability to work in a therapeutic career to be a gift, and is grateful to join clients on their journey. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the graduate school at Wheaton College. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan. Stephanie has worked in a variety of settings including a wilderness treatment program for adolescent girls, a domestic violence agency and a college counseling center. She has been in private practice since 2017. Stephanie has a compassionate and gentle demeanor. She utilizes a relational approach, focused on increasing awareness, acceptance and self-determination so that clients feel empowered to take the next steps in their journey. She takes particular interest in working with adults who are struggling with life transitions, trauma-related issues, mood and anxiety disorders, codependency, women’s issues and complicated grief and loss. Being licensed in multiple states, Stephanie is able to provide services to clients via secure video sessions who commute or travel between Illinois and Michigan for work or school.