🌿 Therapy is deeply personal- and so are we.
Beyond the clinical work we love, we’re a group of humans who tend gardens, chase toddlers, read poetry in the bathtub, cry at podcasts, and laugh loudly during lunch breaks. We believe that showing up for others starts with showing up for ourselves.
This page is a small window into who we are outside the therapy room. Not just what we do- but how we live, reflect, rest, and relate. Because at Gemstone, we don’t just talk about healing—we practice it.
“Flowers represent new opportunities and bring much needed brightness to my space that I enjoy.” -Brittany
" I got my black belt at age 16. During the pandemic, my love for karate came back to me as I began to recall kata I used to do. I got back into using nunchucks again, and I found I was able to pick up exactly where I left off! I practice nunchucks and forms now weekly." -Andrea
"I got into quilting a few years ago. I like it because it requires me to be both analytical and intuitive, and because the quilts make great gifts."- Ginny
"Outside of being a therapist, I am a singer and part of an indie pop rock band. Singing has been something I have done my entire life, and to collaborate and work on music with others is such an honor and incredible feeling. Music and art are healing." -Andrea
"Good food makes me SO happy."-Jenny
"Two of the things that bring me the most joy and peace: sunsets and my cat, Frank (a frequent guest during sessions)!" -Stef
"Something that grounds and relaxes me is free painting. I enjoy painting scenery very much as I find it very soothing." -Andrea
"Live entertainment in Chicago is such a gift! Two of the best performances I’ve seen (John Early and The Fly Honeys) have both been at one of my favorite venues, Thalia Hall in Pilsen." -Stef
“A good mug with a warm drink is truly underrated and such a simple way to make me happy.” -Michelle
"During my downtime, I run races, and enjoy running and spending time with family." -Stephanie
“I love nature trips. Anything with a good hike and disconnect from the typical routine is my favorite way to decompress and ground myself.” -Michelle
"Traveling feeds my soul. I never take for granted any opportunity to see a new part of the world." -Jenny
"I'm lucky to live close to the lake- I'm there at least a few times a week and love watching it progress through its slushy stage as it freezes in the winter." -Ginny
"My heart, Ace." -Michelle