All of us are in the process of becoming. Our personal and collective experiences—past and present—shape how we feel inside ourselves, how we relate to others, and how easily we can access calm, connection, and selfcompassion. At times, we try to protect ourselves or those we love by avoiding pain, fear, sadness, or anger. When…
Self-esteem
Kerbi Bowman
I am a passionate Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with experience providing individual and group counseling and art therapy to adults seeking to address various life stressors, mood disorders, relational issues, life transitions and trauma. I believe that all people are inherently worthy and deserve to feel well, be seen, and believe that their…
Samantha Buhai-Jacobus
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and psychotherapist at Wildflower Center for Emotional Health. As a therapist, I take a holistic approach to healing the mind, body, and spirit, knowing that one part is not separate from the other. I prioritize collaboration with my clients, respecting that they are the experts on their own…
Gina Kirberg
I know what it’s like to feel stuck, like something isn’t right but you’re not sure what to do or where to start. Maybe you find yourself overwhelmed, lonely, or isolated. Maybe you feel like you’re hiding pieces of yourself from others, or you’ve noticed a shift in how you manage stress. Maybe it feels…
Elizabeth (Beth) Moorhouse
In addition to offering virtual appointments, Beth sees clients at both our Oak Park and Chicago locations. It can be a courageous step to enter therapy. Doing so requires self-reflection and a desire for change of some kind. I wish to gain the trust of those entering a therapeutic partnership, empowering them to approach with…
Lisa Puccinelli
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of relationship-building experience under my belt, including 4 transformative years working abroad in Spain. As the daughter of immigrants, I intimately understand the difficult and sometimes confusing emotions that result from feeling caught between cultures. I bring this sensitivity, along with an innate…
Victoria Strauss
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Staff Psychotherapist at Wildflower Center for Emotional Health. My therapeutic style is relationship-centered and flexible; I collaborate with my clients to create treatment plans that align with both short- and long-term valued goals, with an understanding that things are always subject to change. Part of why I…
Lauren Tomaszek
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges while fostering personal growth. My role as your therapist is to provide you with the tools, resources, and guidance necessary to support your journey while recognizing you are the expert in your own life. Together, we…
Simone Watkins
Change can bring both clarity and confusion, and therapy is a space to slow down and make sense of it all. As a psychotherapist, my intention is to offer a space that feels steady and genuine where you can explore what you need and reconnect with yourself without the pressure to have it all figured…
Jean Bax
As a therapist at Wildflower, it is an honor and a privilege to be invited to accompany people as they confront a variety of life situations and relationships. I approach the therapeutic relationship with empathy, curiosity, and openness and practice from a trauma-informed lens. I take a person-centered approach, work to meet clients where they…
