Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Maria
I was born in Krakow, Poland and emigrated to the US as an older child.
I am well versed in working with trauma using a number of modalities.
I trust that you will feel safe both virtually and in person.

"As someone who is the child of a Holocaust survivor, a war-time Righteous Gentile, and an immigrant I have a deep understanding of trauma and cultural identity. "
Get to know Maria
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
To fulfill a passion and embark on a career change.
What types of clients do you work best with?
Adults, including elderly/geriatric, older teens, couples, non-binary.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
It is not a stigma and warrants medical parity.
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
Warmth and openness, nonjudgemental rapport building.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
Emigration, travel, education.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
Wrap around the client; emphasis on selfdetermination.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 23 years
- Graduating institute
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science in Social Work
