As a therapist at Wildflower, it is an honor and a privilege to be invited to accompany people exploring 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 are at, and adapt to…
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Tawnya Blanford
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 self-compassion. At times, we try to protect ourselves or those we love by avoiding pain, fear, sadness, or anger. When…
Stefanie Cobb
Each of us holds a distinct story that shapes how we land in the present moment. Within our narratives lie elements of joy, connection, and emotional fulfillment. Conversely, certain aspects of our stories can evoke feelings of deep shame, isolation, sadness, and fear. Listening to my clients’ stories, I attune to the diverse, intersecting identities…
Rebecca Ellis
Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about your path forward? Just because you can handle it alone, doesn’t mean you have to. Together we can find the way to a more fulfilling and balanced life. By taking steps to understand the root of our emotions we are empowered to forge new paths towards healing and growth.…
Chrissy Ellis
Chrissy is currently not accepting new clients. I came to this work the long way around. After studying business at Boston College, I spent several years on a different career path before recognizing that the work I was most drawn to was centered on people: their inner lives, their resilience, their capacity for change. That…
Kate Ernstrom
I am the Executive Director of Wildflower. I provide vital leadership and strategic direction for the organization, overseeing all aspects of our operations to ensure we fulfill our mission with excellence and integrity. Leading with authenticity, empathy, and compassion, I foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth within our team. I am deeply committed…
Danielle Fixler
I am a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Wildflower. I am honored and constantly humbled by the opportunity to accompany people on their path to positive change and growth. I have particular passion and experience working with themes related to depression, anxiety, sexuality and sexual health, trauma, reproductive mental health (pregnancy, postpartum, fertility and pregnancy…
Riley Gramza
I believe that people are capable of healing and growing in many magnificent different ways. We have options for what that gets to look like for us. I also believe we innately tend to seek out familiarity and connections, even and especially when feeling lost. Noticing what we do often can tell us so much…
Aga Grabowski
Available for virtual sessions for residents of Illinois, Indiana, and Colorado, and for in-person sessions at Wildflower’s Oak Park office. As the co-founder of Wildflower Center for Emotional Health, I’m dedicated to creating a therapeutic space where people feel genuinely seen and valued, and where real change can begin to take root. My approach is…
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…
