.jpg)
Freedom from Toxic Perfectionism, Overthinking, and People-Pleasing
CHOOSING THE RIGHT THERAPIST IS AN IMPORTANT DECISION...
In fact, it may be one of the most important decisions you'll make during this season of life.
You're here because you've been searching for a professional counselor who actually understands what you're dealing with - without you having to wade through pages and pages of therapists who just don't get it.
We hear you. That's why our therapists strive to be transparent about their experience, approach, and personalities - so you can quickly figure out if you think you'll work well together. We want this process to feel comfortable and easy, like how you feel when meeting an old friend for coffee or tea.
ABOUT OUR THERAPISTS
Part of you may be curious about where our therapists went to school or what exactly their training and experience is, and we'll get to that in a minute...but first, we want to share with you the type of client that we find we have the most success in being able to help. That way, we can honor your desire to find the right fit - not just show you we have fancy qualifications and certifications (don't worry, we do - ha!). After all, this is about helping you make the right decision.
Clients who most benefit from therapy with our clinicians are those who feel ready to make changes, are open to talking through their experiences both past and present, and are able be creative and imaginative as we go through the therapy journey.
Our most successful clients appreciate our ability to tune in to the root causes of their anxiety and are willing to try strategies and coping skills that are uniquely catered to their experience.
If you're looking for a therapist to simply smile and nod and say "Go on...", we have to warn you - that's not us! We are invested in helping you activate real change, which means we will always give you honest, valuable feedback about what you bring up in session, and will collaborate with you on customized, actionable goals to help you on your way.
OUR CLINICIANS
A female owned and operated business, Grace & Gratitude helps women understand themselves better, conquer anxiety, and improve their day to day relationships with self confidence and growth.
SUMIAYA CAUGHEY, MA, LCPC
Clinical Therapist & Supervisor
Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Psychology
Sumiaya works best with women who are:
Working through mom-guilt and life balance
Dealing with the fallout from past relationships or traumatic experiences
Feeling pressure to "get it right" and be perfect
Going through grief and loss
Transitioning from teenage years to adulthood, or from young adulthood to motherhood (change is hard!)
Sumiaya loves incorporating yoga and other mindfulness-based-practices into her therapy work. In her spare time, Sumiaya enjoys spending time with her family.
With 15+ years experience, Sumiaya is a seasoned, patient, insightful clinician who enjoys helping you find solutions and coping skills. Sumiaya will complete EMDR training in July/Aug 2022 and works from an eclectic therapeutic lens, incorporating mindfulness, CBT, and ACT into her work. Sumiaya typically works with clients diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, Depression, or Adjustment Disorders, among other concerns.
LIZ BOHNSAK, MA, LCPC
Clinical Therapist
Master of Arts in Counseling
Liz works especially well with women or teen girls who are:
Overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood (she's a mom of multiples - she gets it!)
Dealing with triggers from their own childhood
Interested in discovering the roots of *why* they over-feel and overreact
Need help practicing self-care, self-compassion, and self-forgiveness
Moms or adult siblings of individuals with special needs (Liz has prior experience in the therapeutic day school setting).
Liz is warm, open, and quick to put clients of all ages at ease. Liz utilizes trauma-informed interventions to help clients practice self-awareness, flexibility, and empathy. She typically sees women with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depression, and Postpartum Anxiety/Depression.
.jpeg)
MICHAELA ZOPPA, MS
Associate Clinical Therapist
Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Michaela works especially well with teen girls and women who are:
Exceptionally hard on themselves
Struggling with low self-esteem
High achievers/gifted individuals
Experiencing depression
Healing from past or current traumas
Wishing they could find their voice
In need of stronger coping skills for life's daily stressors
Michaela is an insightful, quick-minded clinician who connects easily with clients of all ages and backgrounds. She particularly enjoys helping adolescents and young women as they discover their true selves.
Michaela uses a blend of therapeutic counseling techniques and orientations, including but not limited to ACT, CBT, client-centered,
motivational interviewing, and attachment-based therapy. Michaela has completed special training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (or TF-CBT) and values spiritually integrative counseling approaches. She is able to provide counseling from a Christian faith-based perspective when requested.
.jpeg)
HILARY GILWAY, M.ED., LCPC
Clinical Therapist
Master of Education in Counseling
Hilary works especially well with women who are:
Experiencing anxiety throughout pregnancy
Concerned about postpartum depression or anxiety/intrusive thoughts & fears
Shifting into their new identity as mothers
Balancing roles of motherhood and other life responsibilities
In need of parenting strategies and support
Feeling like they could use someone to vent it all out to!
Hilary is a mature clinician who makes clients feel comfortable and at-ease. She is able to use humor and gentle direction to help clients learn coping skills and dig deeply into their concerns.
Hilary has completed certification trainings on Maternal Mental Health and Advanced Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International. She utilizes CBT, ACT, CPT,
trauma-informed techniques and mind-body centered therapies to support her clients.
.jpeg)
LAUREL BONK, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Therapist
Master of Social Work
Laurel works especially well with women and teen girls who are:
Nurses, doctors, and other "helping professionals"
Caregivers who tend to find themselves over-giving and burned out
Teachers, speech paths, and other school professionals
Individuals impacted by medical trauma, including terminal diagnoses, hospice care, dialysis and organ transplants
Processing grief experiences (death, relationship loss, phase of life changes, etc)
Laurel comes to GGC with a background in hospital social work, and has extensive experience connecting with those impacted by medically related stressors. She has also worked in the school setting and easily connects to educators and parents.
Laurel utilizes CBT, DBT, and a mix of other therapy styles to reach clients in a gentle, conversational way. She typically sees women and teen girls with depression, anxiety, grief, and adjustment disorders.
.jpeg)
SARAH BACANI, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Therapist
Masters of Science in Social Work
Sarah works best with women who are:
Working through mom-guilt and life balance
Struggling with relationships and communication
Dealing with past traumas affecting current life circumstances
Feeling "not enough"
Overwhelmed with daily life
In need of help coping with stress and triggers
Sarah is a homeschooling mom of 5 whose combined life experience and clinical expertise makes her a uniquely qualified therapist with compassion, understanding and helpful feedback for miles.
Sarah is gentle and direct, with the ability to connect with teens and adult women alike. With a background in working with children and families, Sarah incorporates mindfulness, CBT, and more into her work; she is in process of completing IFS Circles training and is informed by parts work. Sarah typically works with clients diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, Depression, or Adjustment Disorders, among other concerns. Sarah is available to see clients from a Christian faith perspective if desired.
.jpeg)
TABITHA JIRSA, LPC
Clinical Therapist
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Tabitha works especially well with teen girls and adult women who:
Struggle with low self esteem
Know or suspect that they may have ADHD/ADD
Need help finding ways to organize their thoughts and surroundings
Would like to learn ways to deal with "big feelings" like anger, panic, and sadness
Often feel emotionally out of control
Sometimes feel afraid of abandonment or being alone
Have a difficult time with relationships
May struggle with body image issues, over/under eating, or chronic dieting
Tabitha is a compassionate, patient, authentic therapist who enjoys helping individuals learn about, accept, and empower themselves. Tabitha is trauma informed and has completed the Internal Family Systems "Circles" program, using IFS routinely with clients. She creates a safe space where her clients feel heard and validated. Tabitha can also offer Christian faith based counseling when requested.
Tabitha sees clients who may be diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD (single event or complex), Eating Disorders and other related concerns.
SARAH CZOPEK, MS, LCPC
Owner, Executive Director
Master of Science in Professional Counseling
Sarah works especially well with women who are:
Entrepreneurs & C-Suite Executives
(aka women with huge ambition and equally huge self-pressure)Moms and teen or adult sisters of individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities (Sarah spent about a decade working in a therapeutic day school and truly "gets it")
Speech Paths, BCBAs, Teachers (for same reason as above!)
Nurses, Doctors, and other "helping professionals" who tend to find themselves over-giving and burned out
Curious about how their experiences have impacted their current relationships and life choices
Sarah is a deeply intuitive, direct, and humorous therapist who will probably always be sipping loose leaf tea during your session. When not in session, Sarah keeps busy with her family and church.
Sarah is a specialist with both EMDR and IFS (Level 3) training. She typically sees women with Complex PTSD or Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
*Sarah's caseload is full as of March 2022 but she does still accept therapist supervisees for case consultation.
HANNAH COHEN
Client Care Coordinator
.jpeg)
Hannah is our rockstar Client Care Coordinator. She helps clients schedule appointments, address billing concerns, and basically keeps us all organized behind the scenes here at GGC.
Hannah greets all clients with kindness and compassion. Whatever your question, Hannah will help you find the answer!
Hannah can be reached at office@graceandgratitudecounseling.com .
SCHEDULE YOUR FREE 20 MIN CONSULTATION
Let's chat! You've been looking for a counselor who specializes in exactly the stuff you're going through, and we want to make sure you get what you need. So, we are offering a free consultation in which you can ask questions and feel 100% comfortable as we match you to a therapist. Ready to get started? Click "Book Now" below!
SOME OF THE ISSUES WE HELP WITH:
STRESS & BURNOUT
With responsibilities piling up in your job and personal life, you feel like you rarely get a break. Somehow everything falls on you, and you're feeling consistently drained. "Superwoman Syndrome" can feel frustrating and tiring. We'll help you put away your superhero cape and find your way to a life of balance.
OVERTHINKING
A lot of your energy is spent thinking through the what-if's and choices you're faced with. Sometimes it feels like your brain is on a hamster wheel, spinning around with no end in sight. You find it difficult to make decisions and worry about choosing the wrong path. Are you ready to settle your mind and increase your confidence?
PEOPLE PLEASING
You spend a lot of time wondering what other people think and feel. You often find yourself saying "yes" when you wish you could say no. You tend to wonder if people are upset with you and whether they'll stick around. What if we told you that you could find your own voice and finally get what you want out of life?