It’s spiral season!
No but for real this summer has been a lot in terms of the state of the world and I think we’re all feeling it.
Wishing you the best in trying to enjoy the small moments 💗
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
06/03/2025
I cannot stress enough how important phone in bed time has become since I became a parent.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
05/23/2025
Why are people inviting me to things on Friday nights? I am exhausted by then!
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
05/10/2025
Thank goodness for Spring! Warmer weather and flowers are the only thing keeping me going through this administration 🤷♀️
Oh yeah and protests and friends and family and therapy and meds and my work and our new cat and music and movement and meditative moments and ice cream
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
04/24/2025
I love a mythology-related meme.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
04/07/2025
It’s a new week and a new chance to feel a little over 1 million emotions 😊
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
03/22/2025
When your keen observational skills make you overthink social situations…
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services
03/08/2025
Did you know there are 350,000 described species of beetles? I started learning more about them after seeing this meme and here are a couple beetle facts:
- There are large beetles found in fungi with bodies that resemble violins.
- One in every four creatures that walks is a beetle.
- Beetles have been around for about 270 million years.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
03/03/2025
I just wish more people knew about this.
These kids need support. Their parents need support.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and reach their goals. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
02/24/2025
Both intensely silly & intensely serious 😝
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their parents) understand their brains, embrace their differences and bring more compassion and connection into their lives. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
02/17/2025
Look, let’s be honest and say that in this political climate, we’re all losing our minds a little bit.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their loved ones) understand their brains, embrace their differences and bring more compassion and connection into their lives. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
02/04/2025
Having your needs overlooked for because you get good grades explains the twice-exceptional experience so well.
OR you also may have your giftedness overlooked because of your ADHD, autism, dyslexia, etc.
Aileen is a therapist and coach based in Chicago, who works with coaching clients across the globe. She helps gifted and twice-exceptional people (and their loved ones) understand their brains, embrace their differences and bring more compassion and connection into their lives. Head to the link in bio to learn more about services.
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I know firsthand how hard it can be to care for a child or teen who has so much potential but struggles to manage their high intelligence with unique learning needs.
The frustration of dealing with systems and professionals who are often unhelpful and misinformed. The exhaustion of looking for an answer in books, articles and the well-meaning but sometimes judgmental advice of others. The helplessness at seeing your child cry, scream or meltdown while having no way to fix or control the situation.
I've been there. I was that child and I speak their language. I know what it's like to be called "gifted" while struggling in key areas that make you feel insecure and upset. To take out those feelings of confusion and anger on the people closest to you: your family. I saw how my parents had to struggle to get me the help I needed. I know what it’s like to fear that things will never get better, to resign yourself to the pain.
I also know there’s a way out. I have made it my mission to be trained in the most well-researched treatments for child and teen mental health (see my qualifications below). I have seen the transformative power of effective, compassionate therapy. I have seen children regain their confidence and ability to enjoy their childhood. I have seen families feel more connected and secure. It won’t be perfect, it will take hard work, but it will definitely be worth it. I believe that every child and family can have access to the hope, joy and fun that makes life worth living. Helping people get there has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life.
I’d love to work with your child, teen or family. If you feel like we would be a good fit, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
