Services

50 Minute Session

Offering a suite of evidence-based therapies tailored to individual's needs, ensuring comprehensive mental health care. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to guiding you towards a balanced and fulfilling life.

We work with individuals of all ages, focusing on personal growth, emotional clarity, and healing. Using an eclectic evidence based practice approach that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic techniques (including inner child work), dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, we provide you with the tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and reach your bigger goals. Our goal is to help you address the root causes of challenges and build a path forward that aligns with your authentic self.

A Mental Health Crisis is defined as For a Life Threatening Emergency, Call 911)
🔹 What’s the Difference Between a Mental Health Crisis and a Life-Threatening Emergency?

Mental Health Crisis
A mental health crisis occurs when someone’s emotional or psychological state has escalated to the point where they cannot safely manage their behavior, emotions, or thoughts. It may include:

Intense feelings of hopelessness, panic, or overwhelm

Thoughts of self-harm or suicide, without an immediate plan or intent

Severe anxiety or depression that interferes with daily functioning

Paranoia, delusions, or hallucinations

Inability to care for oneself or perform basic tasks due to emotional distress

➡️ A mental health crisis requires immediate support, but may not always need emergency services. Call a local mental health crisis line, therapist, or visit a crisis stabilization center.

Life-Threatening Emergency
A life-threatening emergency involves immediate danger to yourself or others and requires urgent medical or law enforcement intervention. This includes:

Active suicidal behavior or a suicide attempt

Threats of violence or harm to others

Self-injury requiring medical attention

Experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event (e.g., assault, overdose)

Any situation where someone’s life is at immediate risk

➡️ Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for any situation where safety is at immediate risk.

At Healing Hearts, Empowering Minds, we understand the challenges of navigating difficult times, whether it's de-escalating a tense situation or feeling overwhelmed by a problem. Our team is dedicated to supporting you through these moments of uncertainty and despair. With expertise in crisis intervention, our clinicians assess each situation carefully and utilize a tailored therapeutic approach and treatment plan to collaborate with you and identify solutions tailored to your unique resources and needs.

Relationships require effort, communication, and understanding. At Healing Hearts, Empowering Minds, we provide a supportive space to help couples address challenges such as communication breakdowns, trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution. Utilizing psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and practical tools, we guide couples in creating emotional safety, building trust, and fostering mutual respect.

Our approach emphasizes effective communication, understanding relational patterns, and developing conflict resolution skills that strengthen the bond between partners. We work collaboratively to equip you with tools that nurture love, connection, and the ability to navigate challenges together. Whether you’re looking to rebuild after a rupture or simply deepen your connection, our goal is to help you create a fulfilling and lasting partnership rooted in emotional safety, trust, and mutual growth.

50 Minute Session

General Family Therapy

Our family therapy services provide a safe and supportive space to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and navigate stressors impacting the home. Whether you're managing everyday challenges or deeper patterns rooted in trauma or conflict, we help families move from disconnection to understanding. Our approach centers emotional safety, cultural awareness, and practical strategies that empower each member to be heard and valued.

Latinx Families

We honor the rich values and traditions that shape Latinx families while helping navigate the unique stressors that can arise across generations. From supporting bicultural identity to navigating intergenerational expectations, we hold space for healing that respects cultural roots and redefines healthy connection. Services can be provided in English or Spanish, integrating cultural sensitivity with trauma-informed care.

Trauma Recovery in Families

When one member of a family experiences trauma, it can impact the whole system. Our trauma-informed family therapy creates a space where safety and healing come first. We help families understand trauma responses, build emotional regulation skills, and shift harmful cycles that may have developed in survival mode. Together, we foster resilience and healthier patterns of support.

Blended Families

Blending families is beautiful—and complex. We help stepparents, biological parents, and children adjust to new roles and build connection while honoring each person’s story. Through open communication and co-created boundaries, we support families in developing trust, navigating loyalty conflicts, and cultivating a sense of belonging.

Co-Parenting After Separation

Separation doesn’t have to mean disconnection. We support co-parents in creating emotionally safe, child-centered dynamics—especially when past hurts or conflict still linger. Our focus is on respectful communication, clear boundaries, and unified parenting strategies that prioritize your child’s emotional well-being.

High-Conflict Family Therapy
Support for families navigating narcissistic parenting, parental alienation, and high-conflict custody. Trauma-informed care to protect emotional safety and rebuild trust.

Up to 3+ Sessions

*Number of sessions depending on variables such as age, trauma, cognitive ability, and other factors.

Diagnostic Psychiatric Evaluation

A diagnostic evaluation is the first step in understanding what you or your child may be experiencing. We conduct comprehensive, trauma-informed assessments to identify mental health conditions, emotional struggles, or behavioral concerns—whether related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or other complex presentations.

Our evaluations go beyond checklists. We consider developmental history, family dynamics, school or legal context, cultural background, and lived experience to provide an accurate and compassionate understanding of your needs. You’ll receive clear feedback, a written summary (if requested), and personalized recommendations for therapy, school accommodations (504/IEP), or next steps.

We specialize in evaluations for:

Children, teens, and young adults

Academic and behavioral challenges

Trauma-related symptoms

School-based planning and disability accommodations

Diagnosis

Whether you're seeking clarity for personal growth, school supports, or court-related needs, we’re here to provide insight and support with care and clinical integrity.

As both a clinical therapist and a seasoned school-based mental health coordinator and program specialist with over 14 years of experience, I specialize in bridging the gap between clinical care and educational systems. I offer therapy services that extend beyond the office—by collaborating with your child’s school to become an active member of their support team.

Whether your child is:

In general education and could benefit from occasional check-ins

In need of more structured supports like a 504 Plan or IEP assessment

Already on an individualized plan but struggling emotionally or behaviorally

…I can help you understand the full continuum of school-based services, from classroom interventions (like push-in/pull-out counseling) to more intensive supports including non-public placements and residential care and everything in between.

Not every student needs the highest level of intervention—and in some cases, over-supporting can create more harm than help. My goal is to assess what level of support would truly benefit your child, and to guide you in advocating for the right services at the right time.

Let’s work together to ensure your child feels seen, supported, and set up to thrive—academically and emotionally.

ERMHS provides therapeutic support for students whose emotional and behavioral challenges are significantly impacting their ability to access learning—even with an IEP in place. These services are designed to help students thrive not just academically, but emotionally and socially, within the school environment.

We provide ERMHS assessments and direct services that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with school-based goals. Services may include individual counseling, consultation with school teams, collaboration on behavior intervention plans, and parent guidance.

Who benefits from ERMHS?

Students with IEPs who continue to struggle emotionally or behaviorally despite current supports

Youth experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, or social withdrawal

Children with difficulty regulating emotions or sustaining attention in class

Students exhibiting school refusal, peer conflict, or emotional dysregulation that interferes with learning

Why seek an ERMHS evaluation or service?
If your child has an IEP but is still unable to meaningfully benefit from their education due to mental health concerns, ERMHS can provide the missing layer of emotional support. It connects school teams with licensed mental health professionals to create interventions that address both the academic and emotional needs of the student.

Whether you’re a parent seeking stronger advocacy, a school team needing clinical support, or an advocate for equitable services, ERMHS bridges the gap between mental health and academic success.

60 Minute Group Sessions

Healing doesn’t have to happen alone. Our group therapy offerings create a safe, supportive space where individuals can connect with others facing similar challenges. Whether you're working through anxiety, relationship patterns, identity struggles, or recovery from trauma, group therapy offers validation, shared insight, and the power of community.

Led by experienced, trauma-informed clinicians, each group is intentionally designed to foster emotional safety, mutual respect, and meaningful growth. You'll gain practical tools, feel less isolated, and walk away with a deeper sense of belonging.

We offer groups for:

Teens and young adults navigating stress, identity, and relationships

Women in healing and empowerment journeys

Survivors of narcissistic abuse or family dysfunction

First-gen professionals and cycle-breakers

Parents working on conscious parenting and reparenting themselves

Interested in starting your own group?
If you have 3 or more people who would benefit from a customized group experience, let us know. We’re happy to tailor a group around your specific needs and provide a dedicated space for growth and support.

Letters of Support & Clinical Documentation

We offer trauma-informed, professional letters of support for active clients who are navigating school systems, legal matters, employment accommodations, or housing-related needs. These letters are crafted with clinical accuracy, cultural humility, and clarity to advocate for your well-being within institutions that often require mental health documentation.

Types of Letters Offered:

Emotional Support Animal (ESA) documentation

Academic accommodations (504 Plans, IEP input, or medical leave)

Return-to-work or extended disability leave

Family court or custody-related letters

DCFS involvement and reunification updates

Immigration-related hardship letters

Verification of treatment participation or progress

Who Is Eligible:
Letters are only available to active clients who have an established therapeutic relationship with their provider. The therapist will determine whether the letter request aligns with the scope of treatment and clinical appropriateness. At least 1–2 sessions may be required to evaluate the need and gather relevant information.

Turnaround & Fees:

Standard processing: 7–10 business days

Expedited letters (within 72 hours): Available for an additional fee

Fees begin at $100 and vary depending on the type, length, and complexity of the letter

Please Note:

Letters are written only when clinically appropriate and not guaranteed upon request

We do not provide forensic evaluations or expert witness testimony unless contractually agreed upon