Audrey Townsend, B.A. (she/her/hers)

Audrey Townsend (she/her) is a PsyD student studying Clinical Psychology at Adler University. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Audrey moved to Chicago to completed her undergraduate education at the University of Illinois, Chicago where she earned a degree in Psychology with a minor in Disability and Human Development. Before joining Rooted, she worked with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum, an experience that deepened my passion for serving neurodiverse, nonverbal, and LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families.

Audrey’s approach to clinical work is grounded in connection, with the aim of developing a genuine understanding of the diverse experiences of each individual she works with. Audrey believes that meaningful connection is the foundation of effective support, and that every individual deserves to feel seen, valued, and understood. This belief extends directly into her approach to assessments. While the nature of assessment means she cannot always alter the structure of what she is doing, she am deeply committed to ensuring that the process feels collaborative and personally meaningful. I work to interpret results through each client’s unique lens, taking care to honor their individual experiences and strengths, while valuing families and support systems as an integral part of this process, because understanding a person fully means understanding the world around them too. For neurodiverse, nonverbal, and LGBTQIA+ children, adolescents, and their families, this approach means showing up with curiosity and compassion, taking the time to understand what each child needs to feel supported, and offering resources that are realistic, affirming, and tailored to help them not only grow, but thrive.

As a clinician, what sets Audrey apart is a combination of personal experience navigating psychological assessment and an unwavering commitment to continued growth and evolution in her practice. She believes the best practitioners are those who stay curious, reflective, and adaptable; always willing to build upon their understanding in service of the children and families they work with. Ultimately, she believes she have just as much to learn from my clients as they do from her, and she holds this humility as a core pillar of my practice.

• Psychological Assessment