We all have times in our lives that feel particularly overwhelming. In these situations, it’s natural to have strong reactions and emotions that are difficult to manage. In order to feel well, balanced and happy, we have to actually practice caring for ourselves. I can help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself and start feeling better.

My style is encouraging, direct, and compassion-focused. Through our work together, you will learn to understand yourself better, find steadiness in yourself in stressful or chaotic moments, cope more effectively with depression or anxiety, and let go of unhelpful behaviors, beliefs, or relationship dynamics that aren’t serving you. I also place an emphasis on supporting personal skill-building by learning self-compassion and practical coping skills that make sense in your life. All people and relationship structures are welcome in my practice!

I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and post-traumatic stress reactions, whether in their childhoods, in a relationship, due to life stress or a recent isolated event. As my approach is trauma-informed and relational, I recognize that difficult experiences from our past impact our self-worth, our capacity to cope with stress, and our ability to feel safe or comfortable connecting with others. I’m committed to helping people process trauma and reconnect to a sense of hope.

I have provided therapy as a licensed psychotherapist since 2010, and have been working in social work since 2005. I am currently located in Larchmont, New York, and provide sessions both in-person and virtually throughout New York and Pennsylvania. I work with individuals age fourteen and above. I offer free 20-minute phone consultations so that we may decide if I’m the best fit.

I’ve received extensive training in working with childhood and developmental trauma, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and utilize evidence-based and insight-oriented models of treatment. My areas of expertise include:

trauma /PTSD due to childhood trauma, relationship dynamics, narcissistic abuse, life stressors or a recent isolated experience
anxiety/overwhelming stress
the experience of depression
difficult life transitions, including the transition from high school to college, or young adult to adult
the challenges of pregnancy and/or new parenthood
those impacted by family/partners dealing with addiction

If you are interested in learning more about my approach, education, and training, please view the FAQ section of the site.