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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.
SARAH CZOPEK, MS, LCPC
Owner, Executive Director
Master of Science, Lipcsomb University
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 2) training. She typically sees women with Complex PTSD or Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
*Sarah's caseload is full as of March 2022, but she is happy to accept consultation requests to personally help match you with the best GGC therapist for you.
SUMIAYA CAUGHEY, MA, LCPC
Clinical Therapist & Supervisor
Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional 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.
SARAH BACANI, MSW
Associate Clinical Therapist
Masters of Science in Social Work, University of Illinois Chicago
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 works from a family systems lens, incorporating mindfulness, CBT, and more into her 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.
ROSE GUIDA, MA, LPC
Clinical Therapist
Master of Arts in Counseling
Colorado Christian University
Rose works especially well with teen girls and women who are:
Looking to build stronger relationships with family, partners, friends, and themselves
Navigating through life transitions
Needing to find balance for themselves in their day to day life
Wanting to develop new ways of thinking
Working through past trauma and wanting to learn how it affects their present thoughts and feelings
Struggling with substance use or addictive behaviors
Rose is an insightful clinician who utilizes a blend of therapy modalities including CBT and DBT to engage clients in deep rooted exploration of their concerns. She enjoys teaching coping skills to help clients navigate difficult relationships and life circumstances.
Rose often works with clients who may be diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Substance Use Disorder, and other concerns. Rose is available to see clients who wish to incorporate Christian faith into sessions, if desired.
TABITHA JIRSA, MA, LPC
Clinical Therapist
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Trinity Christian College
Tabitha works especially well with teen girls and adult women who:
Struggle with low self esteem
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, and 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 Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD (single event or complex), Eating Disorders and other related concerns.
SARA HARRIS
Client Care Coordinator
Yes, we have three Sara(h)'s. Don't laugh at us. (haha!!) THIS Sara 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.
Sara greets all clients with kindness and compassion. Whatever your question, Sara will help you find the answer!
Sara 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?