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 light-hearted, warm and empathetic by nature, and I enjoy the work I do. I use practical therapeutic strategies and techniques to help you manage the distressing situations you face. Together, we'll practice and process exercises during sessions, and I typically provide you with between-sessions materials to practice and process 'out i
My therapeutic approach is non-judgmental, authentic, conversational, and relational, infused with creativity, depth, humor, and practicality. I encourage my clients to bring in their writing, music, art, and more. I employ a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior
I believe each of us has the capacity for change and resilience. I foster optimism because hope is key for envisioning new possibilities in life, motivating you to try something new, or encouraging you to change your life and yourself. I collaborate with my clients to make sense of and explore issues with relationships, work, and school, as well as
I strongly believe in lifelong personal growth and the possibility of change. In my practice, I help individuals gain insight, movement, and empowerment through a supportive, warm, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. My overall style is genuine, dynamic, insightful, and encouraging. I create a safe and nurturing environment for each person
If you are struggling with anxiety, bipolar, ADHD or substance abuse, I can collaborate with you to understand the concern and how to treat this. I have problem-solved with clients over the last 20 years, helping them to find serenity in spite of difficulties. There are solutions and we can find the right answers for you as an individual. If you ar
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