Tania is a Licensed Social Worker and Psychotherapist. Her therapeutic process emphasizes the importance of the person being the expert on their own life and values their unique experiences and perspectives. She focuses on creating an empathetic, safe, and trusting relationship based on mutual respect, empathy, and validation. Tania aims to help and collaborate with individuals to feel empowered to make positive changes in their lives by setting goals, developing healthy coping skills, and overcoming challenges.

She has experience working with individuals who have experienced stress, anxiety, depression, and  trauma and incorporates trauma-informed practices into her approach. Tania utilizes evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing, mindfulness to support individuals in their healing journey. She takes a whole-person and systemic approach, considering the individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being within the broader context of societal systems. Tania provides a compassionate, understanding, and accepting environment, creating a safe space to explore feelings and experiences.

Tania is currently accepting clients in Mount Greenwood, La Grange, and via telehealth. She can be reached at: tania@beginwithinchicago.com.