About Suki

Suki's journey in the field of social work is marked by a strong educational foundation and a commitment to continuous professional development. With a degree from Aurora University, Suki has honed her expertise in social work and business administration, with a special focus on non-profit organizations and community resources. Her credentials include a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) certification, and she is on the path to obtaining her Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) qualification. She is professionally supervised by Kathleen E. Eccles, MSW, LCSW, C-ACYFSW as is required by law for her licensure.

Suki's experience is extensive and diverse, encompassing support for individuals dealing with a range of emotional challenges, from anxiety and depression to self-esteem issues and life transitions. Suki also has expertise in educational background and support for parents to be and individuals struggling with parenthood in general. Her approach is holistic and client-centered, utilizing a family systems perspective to guide individuals through significant life changes and developmental stages. 

Suki's methods are innovative and adaptable, incorporating play, poetry, and movement exercises to help clients articulate their experiences. By weaving in creative expression and acknowledging cultural and religious contexts, Suki ensures that her therapeutic interventions are not only effective but also culturally sensitive and respectful of each client's unique identity. Her professional trajectory is a testament to her unwavering passion for social work and her dedication to fostering community connections and engagement. Suki is also fluent in Punjabi.

Education
Aurora University – Master of Social Work and Master of Business Administration
Aurora University – BA in Social Work

License, Certifications & Awards
Licensed Social Worker in Illinois
Exceptional Service Award for Community Services – Sikh Religion Society
Outstanding Services Award – Punjabi Cultural Society
Case Management Certification
CPR Certified
Sexually Exploited Children Training

Professional Activities & Memberships
Sikh Women ERA (SWERA)
Khalsa Aid - USA
National Louis University Social Work Accreditation Program

Additional Training
Mandated Report and how to identify and report Child abuse and neglect
Mandated Reporter training
ACEs, Resilience and trauma
Conversation About Healing Racism
A Child Centered Approach to Trauma from a Parents view
A survivor informed Approach to intimate partner violence
Breaking the cycle of Domestic Abuse
Engaging and Working with Hard-to-reach students
GAL (Guardian Ad Litem) how to support children
Anti Bullying
Bullying at School
The Principles of Cultural Humility in Harm Reduction
Bias, Stereotypes and Microaggressions
LGBTQ and Youth
Children of Incarcerated Parents and Their Families
Creating Resilience within our children
LGBTQI Allyship & Inclusion in your practice
Mental Health First Aid
Understanding Body Image Issues
Conscious Discipline
Supporting Immigrant Students and Families
Understanding Body image issues and the effect in teens
A Conversation About Healing Racism
Cultural Competency and our students
Postpartum, SIDS, Parenthood trainings