President/Owner
Linda Lucatorto, M. Ed., CPC
Linda Lucatorto co-founded The Oasis Experience, Inc.® in 1999. She serves as educator, group facilitator, program coordinator and public speaker. Linda has presented to a variety of community groups throughout the Chicagoland area, has been quoted extensively in the media and sought after as a resource on the topic of divorce recovery. Linda maintains her goal of achieving excellence with the educational seminars and Empowerment Groups offered through The Oasis Experience, Inc.®
Linda has a B.A. in education, holds two teaching certificates and has and M. Ed. in Human Services and Counseling. Linda became a Certified Professional Coach in 2004 and is also a Trained Mediator. As a Divorce Coach, she assists men and women in transitions, before, during and after divorce. Linda helps her clients set realistic expectations and make wise decisions that can save time, money and emotional upheaval. Clients who maintain a calm and focused sense of direction can reduce some of the stress and anxiety during the challenging times.
Prior to the creation of The Oasis Experience, Inc.® and divorce coaching, Linda served as Director of Education for a social service agency. In that position, she developed sexuality education programs for the prevention of teen pregnancy. During her 13 years as Director of Education, Linda spoke to over 50,000 Jr. High and High School students, as well as faculty and parents.
Linda was a past president of the not-for profit organization, L.E.A.V.E.S., a member of the American Counseling Association, the Illinois Counseling Association, the Engaging Speakers Network American, and the Association of University Women. Linda is a Fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois. Linda served a 3 year term on the Board of Directors for that organization.
Linda was divorced after a 23 year marriage and is the mother of two wonderful adult children. Although her professional credentials speak of her expertise in education, counseling and coaching, her personal experience with divorce puts her clients at ease and generates confidence. They know she isn't only "talking the talk, but has walked the walk".
