Did You Know
Meredith enjoys working with textiles, like crocheting and weaving, and is an avid reader, particularly of biographies and science fiction.
Insurance Taken:
Aetna
AMITA Health HMO (site # 197, 494, 495, 496, 497, 498, 499, 500)
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO or Blue Choice
Cigna, Cigna EAP, Evernorth
Fox Valley Medicine HMO (site # 199)
Humana
Loyola Physicians Partners (LPP) HMO
Meritain Health
NU-SHIP
Ravenswood Physician Associates HMO
Resurrection Physicians Provider Group HMO
United Healthcare, Optum, UMR, United EAP
Specialties:
Anxiety/OCD
Art Therapy
Caregiver Support
Depression
Difficulty Regulating Emotions
General Life Stressors / Transitions
Grief
Identify Related Stressors
No specific reason, just want to feel better
Relationship Stressors
Self Esteem / Self Doubt
Trauma Work
Therapeutic Approach
Therapy is rooted in a strong connection, one that flows naturally, where there can be meaningful words but also silences. I view the therapeutic relationship as a partnership between myself and the client, requiring the co-creation of a safe and honest space. My approach to therapy is focused on the individual and involves the creative process as a tool for self expression and exploration. Making art can be used to learn about yourself, it can be a place to play, or a way to communicate beyond words. I incorporate art making into my sessions with clients and invite clients to join in that creation, no expectations or prior experience necessary.
Specializations & Interests
As a white therapist, I work to recognize my own privilege and bias I bring into the therapeutic space, and I actively attempt to identify and challenge harmful systems. I have a background working with adults with physical disabilities and older adults living with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias as well as their family members. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety or stress, loss and the stages of grief. I am interested in discussing the creative process and how establishing/revisiting our own creative practices can teach us about ourselves.
Biography
I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Adler University, and I am a registered art therapist. In addition to being a therapist, I provide art therapy services for skilled nursing facilities and community agencies around the Chicagoland area. When I am not working, I engage in my own artmaking. I work in a variety of mediums but particularly enjoy working with textiles like crocheting and weaving. I am an avid reader and especially enjoy biographies and science fiction.