Mikayla is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Illinois. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville in 2019. During this time, she participated as an intern in a community-based child welfare agency in Southern Illinois, working with foster children and their families and learning about the adoption process. Mikayla then received her Master’s degree in Social Work, specializing in school social work, in 2020. Since graduating with her Master’s degree, she has worked with many students in the school setting, including elementary, middle, and high school-aged children and their families. In addition to her position at Oswego Wellness, Mikayla is a School Social Worker at Sandwich Middle School through the Sandwich Community Unit School District #430. 

Mikayla specializes in helping individuals and their families struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, self-harm, suicidal ideations, ADHD/ADD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, self-esteem, and social skills. She is also well-versed in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and 504-Plan process, as she has experience working with special education students in the school setting. She provides direct and group therapy services using evidence-based treatment modalities such as strengths-based therapy, client-centered therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help encourage positive growth. 

A note from Mikayla: “I understand that the decision to be vulnerable and share your story with another person is not always easy. However, no one should ever have to struggle alone, so I look forward to embracing your journey with you. I believe in creating a place of safety and comfort for people to express their feelings. I bring a caring, compassionate, and genuine approach with humor and passion. I welcome you. No matter your current challenges, I will be here with you every step of the way.”