Anna Maria Baldauf, SH,TBG, was trained in Switzerland and has worked in both hospital and private practice as a movement and dance therapist. A member of a religious congregation, the Society of Helpers, she seeks to integrate spirituality, psychology and body awareness into her work as a therapist, sacred dance instructor and spiritual director. She helps deepen awareness of one’s life-processes in connection with mind, body and spirit and helps discover the unique sacred healing space within oneself.
Anna Maria is co-author of a book “Ein Sehen ist uns zu eigen” (To Own Our Longings”) Germany, 2002.
“I am fascinated by the profound interconnectedness within the human being and how this unity can be a powerful and very clear guide through one’s journey.
Rima Imburgia, MA, LCPC, NCC is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and a National Certified Counselor with an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Prior to that, she earned her B.S. in Business and worked fifteen years in the corporate arena where she continues to consult for fortune 500 companies. Rima’s work is grounded in a holistic perspective and anchored by her personal commitment to experiential learning focused on diversity, women’s issues and the social-cultural context that shape our lives. She is passionate about working through relational differences with non-violence, nurturing self-acceptance and building leadership competencies. She has facilitated workshops and groups focused on support, self-differentiation, inner authority and integrating sexuality and spirituality. Rima believes the role of a therapist is to recognize strengths and support a client’s innate ability to move toward healthier living and being. Her therapeutic style may be described as relational, honoring and attending to the client’s full experience.
“Something powerful happens when we are truly seen and heard. It’s as if the acknowledgement of who we are sets us free, and liberates the soul. I feel privileged to be doing this work, to witness and participate in this most authentic process.”
Donald Miro, MDiv, STL, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with a diverse background in psychology, theology and ministry. He has taught courses in Pastoral Counseling at Loyola University, Chicago and was instrumental in developing their M.A. in Pastoral Counseling. In addition to supervising students, he has provided consultation, workshops and seminars to groups and institutions involved in the field of ministry. His primary therapeutic orientation is Existential, with a strong emphasis on spiritual/psychological integration. Several of his areas of interest and specialization include: career development for professionals in ministry, marriage and family counseling, sexual addiction, and vocational and formational development. Currently, he is developing programs and workshops to promote holistic health through balanced living-- integrating spiritual, relational, exercise and nutritional components for overall well-being.
“My work with seminarians, priests, and religious men and women from around the world has been the most rewarding aspect of my professional life. It has strengthened my faith and given me a sense of making a lasting contribution to the development of the Church in our contemporary world.”
Mary Ellen Moore, SH, PhD, a registered psychologist, is a co-founder of Claret Center. She brings 30 years of experience to her current work as a psychotherapist. Mary Ellen, the clinical director of the center, also supervises students in the counseling practicum. As a member of a religious congregation, she seeks to explore the relationship between spirituality and psychotherapy within herself and with others.
“I deeply cherish the privilege of being a psychotherapist. ‘When I turn to others with the knowledge that we are all (therapist and client alike) burdened with painful secrets – guilt for acts committed, shame for actions not taken, yearnings to be loved and cherished, deep vulnerabilities, insecurities, and fears – I draw closer to them.’”
– Irvin Yalom in The Gift of Therapy
Allan Schnarr, MDiv, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist, with training in spirituality. He has been the Director of Claret’s psychotherapy practicum since 1985. Allan has also been Associate Faculty at Loyola's Institute of Pastoral Studies since 1983. Allan's life purpose is focused on embodied spirituality. His devotion to the sacredness of the body comes out of his own journey. He spent fifteen years in a personal healing process through body-oriented psychotherapy, and has been a student of Yoga and Tai Chi for over thirty years. Allan is completing a book, “Emotional Wisdom”, which articulates his journey.
“As a therapist and person, I am committed to body-centered awareness in the present moment, and to the emotional truth in relationships.”
Terra Solove, LCSW, LMT, is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Spiritual Director. She also has her master's degree in Social Work and worked extensively in Hospice and Bereavement Care. Terra has been practicing Massage since 1982. She brings a holistic perspective to her massage ministry. Massage is a wonderful tool to help relax the body and quiet the mind. It is a time set aside to simply tend and nourish the body, mind and spirit. The massages are tailored to the needs of each individual, ranging from deep tissue to light touch and Reiki. Terra also offers Massage Therapy to people living with chronic or terminal illness.
"One of my intentions in the ministry of Massage is to help facilitate the awareness of being in our bodies as we go through the ordinary sacredness of life."
Kevin Van Eron, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist, with specialized training in Jungian psychology, integrating psychology and spirituality, emotionally focused therapy, as well as psychological/educational assessment. He is an adjunct faculty member of Argosy University’s School of Professional Psychology. Kevin works from a systems perspective; viewing wholeness as a process of self-discovery, growth, and seeking balance, or synergy, among all of the dimensions of our existence, whether physical, emotional, spiritual, social, psychological, or ecological.
“Each of us is born a ‘fiddler on the roof’ of human potential, struggling continuously to gain and maintain our balance, sharing with the world at large our songs of human achievement and growth while seeking meaningful connection with the spiritual persons we are at our core.”
Connie Vitale, MPS, MA, is a pastoral psychotherapist and group therapist. She is an adjunct faculty member of Loyola’s Institute of Pastoral Studies and past president of the Illinois Group Psychotherapy Society. Connie approaches her work with a deep respect for the subtle and complex interdependence of our early experience, our belief systems, and our physical, interpersonal, spiritual and emotional well being. She trusts the potential of creative experience to connect us with our embodied wisdom. This flows through her workshops about women and food, spirituality and sexuality, and art-making to embrace wholeness.
“To live with vibrance requires courage to face our fears and allow authentic connection. As we heal and reclaim those parts of ourselves that have been discouraged and suppressed, our capacity to live deeply and joyfully increases. It is an honor to share in that sacred process.”
Jerry Wagner, PhD, a registered clinical psychologist, is available for individual and couple counseling, assessments, and workshop presentations. Besides being a practicing therapist, Jerry teaches theories of psychotherapy in Loyola University’s psychology department and models of pastoral counseling in the Institute of Pastoral Studies. He is known internationally for his training program and seminars on the Enneagram system of personality styles.
“Since I teach a broad spectrum of both psychotherapy and personality models, I also use a multi-perspective approach in my own counseling style, tailoring best-practice methods to the needs of individuals, couples, and groups. I believe we are all trying to be our real and best selves in the context of mutually satisfying relationships. I would like to facilitate that personal and interpersonal growth.”
