Therapy that is warm, collaborative, and compassionate.
Welcome to Good Care Therapy. I believe good care is holistic—it appreciates the nuance of the human experience and explores expansive approaches to well-being. Good therapy is connective, authentic, and rooted in radical compassion.
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What I offer
Integrative psychotherapy for adults who want a tender place to explore & grow.
In-person and virtually in IL; Virtually in FL and OH.
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Specialties include:
LGBTQIA+
Identity-exploration
Coming into queerness as an adult (“late bloomers”)
Career and life transitions
Nervous system regulation & mindfulness-based practice
Chronic pain & chronic illness
Healthcare professionals
Higher education professionals
Artists & performers
Orientation & Frameworks:
Relational
Eclectic/Integrative
Psychodynamic
Feminist
Mindfulness-based
Nervous system-focused: Polyvagal Theory & Sensory Integration Theory
Systems
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Therapy for people in relationships. Relationships include romantic partnerships (2+ people), friendships, etc.
Relationship therapy is not just for people navigating conflict— it can be a powerful tool to deepen connection, clarify values, navigate life transitions gracefully, and preserve relationships over time.
Other topics may include:
Communication skills
Conflict management
Exploring relationship structures & orientations (open/consensual non-monogamy)
Mixed-orientation relationships
Infidelity
Parenthood
Sex and intimacy
Desire differences
Career and life transitions
If you’re interested in premarital counseling and/or support for decoupling, divorce, or mediation, please indicate this in your interest form.
Orientation & Frameworks:
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
The Gottman Method-informed
Psychodynamic Couples Therapy
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Individual or relationship therapy that centers experiences of sexuality and pleasure.
Areas of exploration may include:
Unpacking sexual shame
Sexual and gender identity exploration
Navigating desire difference in relationships
Pain during sex (e.g. vaginismus, dyspareunia)—may include referrals to healthcare providers such as pelvic health OTs and PTs, physicians, etc.
Care is trauma-informed, integrative, pleasure-centered, sex-positive, kink-affirming, and mindfulness-based.
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An opportunity to take therapy outside of the traditional office space. Walk & Talk Therapy can incorporate nature, movement, and sunshine—creativity is welcome! Available to clients in Chicago and Evanston.
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As an experienced educator, facilitator, and consultant, I am available for content creation, curriculum development, and consulting related to well-being, mental health, and sex/relationships.
Reach out to discuss your interests and needs!
Hi, I’m Leah.
As a therapist, I show up with warmth, humor, and acceptance while supporting you to learn more about yourself in the world— what’s shaped you, how you connect with others, and what stands in the way of where you’d like to be.
I want you to feel safe to explore what brings you to therapy, and to feel understood as you develop new insights and tools to navigate life’s challenges.
Learn more about my background, approach, & credentials here.