Grace Miller,
She/her
I believe that healing occurs through our relationships with others.
Many people come to therapy because something in their life is just not working. They’ve tried to make changes on their own, sought advice from loved ones, scoured the internet for answers, but still the issue persists. Fortunately, you don’t need to figure it out on your own. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to work alongside a specialist to develop a plan that will help you make the changes you’ve been struggling to make on your own.
Specialities
- Parenting
- Child development
- Anxiety, mood, neurodevelopmental, and behavioral disorders
- Pregnancy and postpartum concerns
- Acute and chronic illness
I see individuals of all ages and specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families. Additionally, I have expertise in working with adults experiencing concerns related to pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to parenthood including the treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
I take an attachment-based approach that uses relationships as the vehicle for change. I also draw from a number of different evidence-based practices including Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), and Family Systems Therapy depending on an individual’s specific needs and concerns.
When working with young children, I incorporate parents into treatment as much as possible. By collaborating with parents and other important adults in a child’s life (e.g., teachers, physicians), I can develop a wrap-around treatment plan that is tailored to each child’s unique strengths and challenges.
As the parent of three children, I know firsthand the joy and wonder that comes with parenting. I also know how overwhelming and isolating it can feel. I was drawn to working with parents because I believe they don’t need to struggle alone. All parents deserve to have someone walking beside them, helping them navigate uncharted waters. My goal for therapy with parents is to help them feel more confident and empowered so they can develop deeper and stronger connections with their children.
I obtained my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Virginia and then went on to complete my pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Rush University Medical System. I have been a faculty member in the Departments of Pediatrics and Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Rush since 2022 and maintain an active program of research focusing on effective parenting practices.
I previously served as the lead psychologist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and NICU High-Risk Follow Up Clinic at Rush University Medical Center. I also have received advanced training in perinatal mental health, interpersonal therapy for perinatal depression, and Circle of Security. I am a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), Illinois Psychological Association, and National Perinatal Association.