I am committed to helping people reach their full potential and overcome previous limitations. I am passionate about the benefits therapy can provide in today's stressful world. Using evidence-based practices, primarily Cognitive Behavior Therapy, you can expect to develop functional skills and practical tools that address most individual, couples,
For the past 23 years I served Northwestern University undergraduate and graduate students in the University Counseling Center initially as Staff psychologist and liaison to the Department of Athletics and more recently as Director of Clinical Services. In addition, I co-instruct a for credit course at Northwestern titled Emotional Intelligence 101
I have undergone extensive training in assisting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma, including those affected by vicarious trauma. Additionally, a key aspect of my therapeutic practice involves working with individuals facing interpersonal challenges, particularly those grappling with inappropriate guilt and difficulties in em
Psychotherapy is a process, not an event, and healing and transformation is possible. Through creating a non-judgmental and compassionate therapeutic environment, I help foster insights into your distress, helping translate these discoveries into an improved quality of life. By relieving symptoms and addressing the source of problems, the process o
I work with adults, adolescents, children, and families. With adults and adolescents I treat issues like depression, anxiety, personality disorder, and lifespan changes. With children I treat issues related to ADHD, dysregulated mood, and autism spectrum. For families I provide psychoeducation on the conflicts and communication issues beneath prese
Dr. Olan's approach facilitates an integration of all aspects of a client’s life, the commonplace, and taboo, allowing into the space those parts of life that clients often feel they must keep hidden, private and away from others. He practices from an integrated, holistic lens, prioritizing the therapeutic relationship to develop a collab
I am able to provide a variety of trauma focused treatment modalities. Additionally, I primarily work from a dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) lens. My goal is to build an understanding and empathetic relationship, while assisting others in reaching their goals and the versions of themselves they aspir
I offer a balance of empathy and insight that encourages psychological change. I have found that integrating CBT, existential, and humanistic principles into my work is especially valuable for those individuals struggling with psychological distress, life transitions, identity development, and finding a sense of fulfillment in life.
I emphasize a
Relationships are my specialty. All kinds, from friendships and family to life partners and spouses to divorced and co-parenting. And, let's not forget the most important relationship of all -- the one you have with yourself.
You deserve better than sad, angry, lonely, and stressful. How's joyful, loving, peaceful, and meaningful sound?
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I consider it a privilege to provide a caring environment in which to help my clients discover their strengths and learn to utilize them to their fullest capacity. My approach is holistic -- addressing the overall health and well-being of each individual. My goal is to provide my clients with the tools and insights they need to move beyond old, lim
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