Liliana Krukowski is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, specializing in providing psychotherapy services to young and middle-aged adults. She offers individual therapy, family therapy, and couple therapy to those facing difficulties in navigating their environments, whether it be school, work, or their relationships with friends and family. With her compassionate approach, Liliana creates a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and work towards meaningful change.

A Better You, LCSW, PLLC is helmed by a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to helping individuals through their challenges. With a strong understanding that seeking help can feel daunting, she provides a supportive environment for those who find it hard to be vulnerable and honest about their struggles. Grounded in extensive training as a licensed clinical social worker and rich life experiences, she offers a uniquely empathetic approach to therapy, genuinely caring about each client's identity and aspirations. Whether working with adolescents or adults, she prioritizes developing a collaborative treatment plan that aligns with their goals while respecting individual circumstances. Specializing in addressing issues like depression, anxiety, and self-esteem, she also focuses on supporting couples, young adults, and women facing infertility challenges. Her unwavering passion for facilitating growth and contentment drives her practice, as she firmly believes that everyone has the right to happiness and the pursuit of their passions. In family therapy or individual sessions, she collaborates closely with clients and their families to cultivate an atmosphere that fosters growth while reaching their collective goals.

Julie Buffington is a warm, engaging, and compassionate clinical social worker and therapist, bringing over 35 years of experience to her practice. Known for her ability to connect comfortably, she listens deeply to understand not only clients’ current challenges but also the themes and patterns that weave through their life stories. Julie employs an active and collaborative approach, working alongside clients to identify their needs and crafting individualized treatment plans. Her flexibility and creativity allow her to adapt to the unique aspects of each individual or couple, ensuring that every therapeutic journey is tailored to their specific experiences. While her work is rooted in her psychoanalytic training, she seamlessly integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including family systems, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mindfulness strategies. Julie is particularly adept at addressing relationship issues, emotional disturbances, and self-esteem challenges. Her expertise spans diverse topics such as infertility, adoption, family building, and parenting children with ADHD and learning differences. Committed to a relational process, she prioritizes the therapeutic experience and values working with individuals and couples from all backgrounds. Julie’s training in crisis intervention, as well as her capabilities in both short-term and long-term therapies, reinforces her dedication to fostering meaningful growth and healing in her clients.