ERIN AIELLO, MA
What makes me different:
My goals are to help clients better understand their emotions and encourage clients to challenge the prevailing messages about weight, beauty, and health.
Ages I work with:
- Teens
- Adults
Accepted Payment Methods
- Aetna PPO
- BCBS PPO
- Cigna PPO
- United Healthcare (Shared Services, UMR, GEHA)
- Self-Pay Rate
Locations:
- Wheaton (In-Person)
- Naperville (In-Person)
- Virtual
About Me:
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Education: BA in Architectural Studies and Interior Design, University of Missouri, 2015
Education: MEd in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, DePaul University, 2022
Focus:
I use my knowledge of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Techniques to address body image, anxiety, and depression.
Favorite Quote:
“Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very quiet if only those birds sing there that sang best.” – Henry Van-Dyke
How I Help my Clients:
I characterize myself as empathetic, conscientious, and creative. Outside of counseling, I enjoy tending to my indoor garden in my apartment or wandering into local plant shops. I also enjoy going for long hikes with my husband and our dog, Maui.
Navigating life can be difficult, lonely, and scary at times- you are not alone! The decision to begin therapy can be a daunting one, so my top priority is to create a safe space where you feel validated and respected as you embark on your own healing journey. I have found a passion for working with young adults and adults struggling with body image, general anxiety, and depression. By working through my own trauma, I have gained a deep empathic understanding and a motivation to help others heal. Trauma can manifest in many forms and create challenges in everyday living, but through self-acceptance we can learn to find peace and grow from our experiences.
More About Me:
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