I first learned about mindfulness under the willow tree at Gillson Beach in Wilmette 15 years ago. A former colleague and longtime friend of mine was studying yoga and offered classes to her friends and neighbors. I joined her because I love the outdoors and thought it might be a nice complement to my regular workouts. As a member of…
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We are all still in shock and horror about the shooting in Highland Park. All of our hearts are just on the beginning of a grieving process. Everyone’s grieving process is different. There is no right or wrong way to feel your feelings. Most importantly kids process trauma and feelings differently through their different ages and phases of life. It’s…
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To our friends in Highland Park and all who are heartbroken watching the horrible news about the shooting , I never thought we’d face a tragedy like this on a beautiful Fourth of July. We want you to know we are with you. We are here for you. We love you. Our hearts are breaking with yours. This is a tragedy…
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Meet Rachel Purcell, MSW!! Rachel is currently accepting new clients at our Lake Forest office with daytime and limited evening availability and accepts BCBS, Humana, and Aetna!!  Where are you from? Des Plaines, IL What do you do for fun? I love to sing, play the ukulele, hang with my cat Walter, and spend time with friends and family. What’s your favorite…
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Meet Brittany Cole, LPC!! Brittany is currently accepting new clients at our Lake Forest office with daytime and limited evening availability and accepts BCBS, Humana, and Aetna!!   Where are you from? I am from Chicago’s northwest suburbs! What do you do for fun (hobbies, pets, adventures, etc)? Some hobbies I enjoy are playing Animal Crossing on my Nintendo switch,…
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Meet Paige Swan, LPC!! Paige is currently accepting new clients at our Lake Forest office with daytime/evening availability and accepts BCBS, Humana, and Aetna!!     Where are you from?   I am from Grayslake, Illinois.   What do you do for fun (hobbies, pets, adventures, etc)? I love going to the dog park with my Labrador retriever Jupiter. I…
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