Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist in Chicago, Illinois with over ten years of experience as a therapist. I have worked with many individuals over a wide range of obstacles including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, low motivation, and trauma.
Working primarily in community mental health, I believe that we must look at the whole person in order to be able to provide the best care possible. Emotional wellness is for everyone, and labels do not define our personal experience.
I am a warm, compassionate, and understanding person and I believe that the client is the one that knows themselves the best. I come from a Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral background. Meaning, I prefer to understand the client and their own words on what brings them here to receive help. Having studied Art Therapy, I enjoy incorporating creative problem-solving as well as creating tangible solutions for tangible growth.
It takes a lot of bravery to be able to speak up for ourselves and reach out for help. I’m looking forward to working together to help you feel more in control again.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue
IL LCPC 180.011530
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She’s really kool and a good listener.
Written on Sep 22, 2021 after therapy with Claire for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I often refer people to Faithful Counseling - even mental health resources!! I explain to them just how professional the experience is. I also explain that I’ve been in counseling for many many years and have found that this is the best experience yet. Often people will try to play it down sayingvthat “those places” don’t have professional ‘real’ counselors! Well let me tell you what, they are flat floored when I can give them Claire’s full name, title, & achievements plus experience!! I’m like a mom bustin’ buttons I’m so proud of finding this company & being placed with such an awesome counselor Claire!!
Written on Oct 29, 2020 after therapy with Claire for 1 year and 7 months
Claire has given me both the structure and the space to works through my issues. I like that she is very receptive to what works and doesn't work for me individually-she offers different ways of tackling a problem and has been a great sounding board who knows what questions to ask to get you a little deeper understanding of what's going on.
Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Claire for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Claire has been a big help since I started therapy with her a year ago. Very grateful.
Written on Aug 12, 2020 after therapy with Claire for 10 months on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Claire is amazing!
Written on Mar 25, 2020 after therapy with Claire for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Claire has been an extremely helpful advisor, sounding board, and support for me through a difficult time in my life. She has helped bring me clarity and peace. I am so grateful for her services and would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Mar 24, 2020 after therapy with Claire for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem