Stephanie earned her BA in Psychology from Elmhurst College in 2012, and went on to complete her Masters degree in Social Work from Aurora University in 2015 with an emphasis in school social work.
Since then, Stephanie has worked within the public school system and completed her clinical licensure in 2019. In addition to her school experience, Stephanie began her clinical work in 2019 and has transitioned with PCCA to working full time in the clinical setting.
Stephanie treats clients as young as four through 22 as she has gained experience working with both younger and older children and their varying needs. Stephanie has also had extensive experience working with children needing support with behavioral and cognitive needs. In addition, Stephanie takes a strengths based and supportive approach to therapy, and incorporates treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused, mindfulness, bibliotherapy, play therapy, and family oriented frameworks.
Stephanie's areas of expertise include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder, learning impaired, behavioral support, anxiety disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma related issues,and grief and loss. Stephanie has an enthusiastic and warm approach to working with children and their families, and wants the best for her clients at all times.