Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Aurora University in 2012 and Master’s Degree in Social Work from Aurora University in 2013.  She has worked in various settings including community mental health, ER/crisis evaluation, and group therapy, and worked at nationally recognized Linden Oaks Hospital for 7 years before going into private practice. 

Kristen sees patients 12+ and specializes in anxiety, depression, relational issues, self-harm, life transitions, trauma, and mood disorders. 

Kristen is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) as well as DCFS Trauma Certified. She uses evidence-based treatment practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). 

She believes in helping clients achieve their personal goals by providing a safe space to process and move forward with skills to build and maintain healthy relationships. She meets clients where they are and helps empower them by using a strengths-based practice.