
Meet Abby

Approach to Therapy
Abby's therapy style is strengths-based and tailored to the individualized needs of her clients. She operates from a collaborative, interactive approach, engaging with clients to identify and define what they want to achieve from their therapeutic experience. Abby approaches clients from a framework that prioritizes harm reduction and ensures that treatment goals align with and support her clients desired outcome. By carefully drawing on her relationships and personal experiences, Abby brings a thoughtful and unique perspective to her clients. She offers a wide range of clinical and work experiences that enhance her skills as a therapist who aims to empower others. Abby is committed to championing race equity and checking her privilege in both her professional and personal lives.
Clinical Interests & Expertise
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Depression and anxiety
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Major life transitions—marriage, separation, divorce, reconciliation, becoming parents, co-parenting, job loss, moving, launching into adulthood
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Identity and self-esteem
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Grief and loss across the lifespan
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Relationship issues —premarital counseling, parenting issues, and marital distress
Education & Training
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BA in Communications: Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
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MS in Counseling Psychology: North Park University, Chicago, IL
Fun Facts About Abby
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Food lover, especially when it comes to trying new foods
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I am a wanderlust - love to travel
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Therapy is my second career
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Mama of two boys
Contact Abby
773-306-8494
Email: abby@lakeviewtherapygroup.com
