Olivia is a compassionate and devoted Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She specializes in development, behavior, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. In 2013, Olivia started supporting people with neurodevelopmental differences. This included being a life skills coach for adults with developmental disabilities and then becoming an ABA therapist. Through her experience, she discovered her passion for psychology and mental health therapy. After earning her master’s in social work with an emphasis in clinical therapy from Arizona State University, she completed her clinical practicum working with neurodivergent youth at a private therapy center. Before joining Cortica, Olivia worked in the Chicago school system for three years providing therapy for children and families.

Olivia believes that the client is the expert in their own lives and thus takes an authentic, strengths-based, and client-centered approach in her practice. She has expertise in helping clients overcome adversities and finding hope and meaning in what they are facing. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, and beach walks.