Hi! I’m Carolyn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with more than 13 years of experience helping individuals find their footing during some of life’s most difficult transitions.

I work with adults, young adults, and teenagers throughout Illinois via telehealth; including clients across Chicago, the North Shore, Evanston, Wilmette, and the surrounding communities of Lake County and northern Cook County. My practice focuses on anxiety, depression, substance use, and the kind of uncertainty that comes with major life changes: new careers, changing relationships, and the challenge of figuring out who you want to be and how you want to live.

My approach is grounded in evidence-based methods, CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing; but it is equally grounded in the belief that meaningful progress comes from working at your pace, with your goals at the center. I am not here to tell you what to do. I am here to help you slow down, think clearly, and move forward with more confidence and less fear.

If you are a young adult managing anxiety or feeling stuck, an adult navigating a life transition, or someone who is ready to take a closer look at how substance use is showing up in your life, I would be glad to connect. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit. Sessions are available entirely online, making quality mental health care accessible across the North Shore and throughout Illinois.