supporting the mind, body, & spirit
somatic faith-based counseling
In-person Counseling in Chicago & Evanston
Telehealth Counseling IN Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Texas
Healing for the Whole Person: Body, Mind, and Spirit.
Integrating Somatic Experiencing with Christian Wisdom to find peace amidst life’s hardest seasons.
You don’t have to choose between your faith and your mental health. I provide a space where your spiritual values and your body’s need for healing meet.
connected healing is where you can belong and thrive.
Some of the ways my practice offers you and your circle counseling in a new way:
Holistic Counseling- True wellness is more than the absence of symptoms; it is the integration of the whole person. My approach honors the interconnectedness of your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Rather than treating issues in isolation, we look at the "big picture" of your life, seeking to restore harmony and balance so you can live with greater vitality and purpose.
Somatic Experiencing- Trauma and chronic stress aren’t just "in your head"—they are held in your nervous system. Through Somatic Experiencing (SE), we move beyond traditional talk therapy to listen to the language of the body. By gently releasing stored tension and completing stuck stress responses, we help your body return to a state of safety, resilience, and calm.
Faith-Based Perspective- Your relationship with God and your spiritual values are powerful resources for healing. Drawing from my background at the Catholic Theological Union, I offer a space where theology and psychology meet. Whether you are navigating a dark night of the soul, seeking to align your life with your values, or simply want a therapist who respects your Christian worldview, your faith is a welcome and vital part of our work together.
Hey, I’m Dan.
I believe that healing happens when we learn to listen to the wisdom held within our bodies. This is a space for you to be fully, unapologetically you. For over ten years, I’ve helped people navigate their way back to safety, belonging, and internal peace.
My work has taken me from the front lines of gun violence intervention to supporting queer youth and leading community peace circles. These experiences have shaped my belief that no matter what you've walked through, restoration is possible. Using a blend of Somatic Experiencing and theological depth, I help individuals, couples, and families find their way home to themselves.
Read more about my skillset below—I am so excited to work with you.
SPECIALIZING IN:
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Anxiety & Depression
When the weight of the world feels heavy or the mind feels scattered, we work together to find a sense of "the peace that surpasses understanding." By combining nervous system regulation with a compassionate theological lens, I help you move from a state of overwhelm or numbness back into a life of presence, hope, and steady groundedness.
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grief & loss
Loss is not a problem to be solved, but a journey to be honored. Whether you are navigating the death of a loved one or a "dark night of the soul," I provide a somatic and spiritual container where your sorrow can be safely held, processed, and eventually integrated into a new narrative of resilience.
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Trauma healing
Trauma lives in the nervous system, often long after the event has passed. Using Somatic Experiencing, we gently work to complete your body’s natural stress responses and restore a sense of internal safety. My approach treats your story with the utmost dignity, recognizing that your body’s survival strategies were once a profound form of protection that we can now tenderly update.
Please know this:
The power to change is already within you.
working together is simple.
the process:
Click the button to choose a day and time for a free, no-obligation consultation. Then, you will receive a confidential video link for your appointment. That’s it!