Meet Our Therapists

Founding Owner

Offering in-person and telehealth services for adults 

I began Collaborative Healing because of my passion for making high quality mental health services accessible to community members.  My personal therapeutic style is open, honest, and non-judgmental. I hope that together, we can work to navigate the challenges that come up to find conclusions about any discord you experience and work towards living a life in line with your values and goals. My therapeutic practice utilizes the modalities of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and person centered treatment. I strive to create a supportive and safe place for people to discuss and examine their inner-most thoughts and feelings. My experience is working with those who suffer from anxiety, depression, substance and/or process addiction, grief & loss, trauma, mood disorders and family struggles 

 Offering in-person and telehealth services to kids, teens and adults 

 My experience includes working with children, adolescents,  and adults. I also enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ population, as I am passionate about supporting this community by being an advocate for equality and inclusion. I have worked with many clients experiencing negative symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, stress, grief and many more. Together, we will work to explore these challenges to break down these emotions and better understand what they mean. I use a wide range of therapeutic modalities which includes CBT, MBCT, motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy, DBT, SFBT, and play therapy techniques for my younger clients. As a therapist, I provide a welcoming, honest, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. It is my goal to help clients obtain and identify their strengths by increasing their self-awareness for a better emotional/mental well-being while also reframing negative thinking to more positive thoughts with the incorporation of coping skills.  

Offering telehealth services for teens, adults, and couples

My aim as a therapist is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to approach change.  I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, and other difficult areas of life.  I have spent the last 18 years in the field helping individuals, couples, and families navigate issues from communication and boundaries to psychiatric hospitalization and substance abuse treatment.  I incorporate cognitive behavioral, dialectical, mindfulness, solution-focused, and narrative therapies.

 Offering in-person and telehealth services to kids, teens and adults 

Since 2017, I have worked with a variety of clients struggling with a range of treatment issues including, but not limited to, trauma, depression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, substance use disorder, grief, and anger management. I have worked with clients as young as five years of age, however most of my clients have been adolescents and young adults. Most recently, I have worked in a space intentionally using theater as a therapeutic tool for teenagers on the West-side of Chicago. As a therapist, I aim to collaborate with clients and assist with driving a healthy narrative and relying on their own skills and strengths. I believe in providing a healthy, non-blaming, safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings and encourage personal growth.

 Offering telehealth services to adults and couples

Heather is a warm, compassionate professional counselor with licensure in Illinois, Wisconsin and Georgia. Her non-judgmental, client centered approach encourages growth and healing by utilizing a variety of approaches and strategies that are uniquely tailored for each individual. Heather received her BS- Political Science from Illinois State University and her MS-Clinical Counseling from National Louis University in Chicago, IL.  Heather has extensive experience in private practice as well as higher education. Her specialties include a wide range of issues including ADHD, ASD, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, life transitions, relationship and family issues including divorce, dating and parenting concerns as well as women’s issues (miscarriage, infertility, etc.) and blended families. With a strong interest in supporting adults with ADHD, Heather has earned her ADHD-CCSP certification. She is also passionate about supporting individuals to create healthy, sustainable relationships. By completing Level 1 Gottman Training, she is able to empathetically meet couples and assist in navigating through a variety of issues including premarital counseling, infidelity, childbirth and many others.  Heather is also a 200- hour Registered Yoga Teacher and enjoys guiding others in their yoga practice. As a native of the Chicago area, Heather is a die hard Cubs fan. She and her husband have a blended family of 7 children and enjoy calling the Milwaukee area home. 

Offering in-person and telehealth services to teens and adults 

I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, valued, and supported on their journey toward healing and personal growth. As a counselor, I take a person-centered approach, offering empathy, a collaborative orientation, and practical strategies tailored to your needs. My clinical training provided me the opportunity to work with individuals facing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. This experience allowed me to engage with diverse populations in both individual and group counseling settings, applying cognitive modalities (CBT and DBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and collaborative treatment planning. I am committed to ongoing professional development and continue to expand my expertise in evidence-based interventions. I look forward to walking alongside you on your path to healing and personal growth.