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I believe that in order to be healthy, we need to be able to work, to love, and to play. If you are overwhelmed with anxiety or feelings of being lost, unsure of what you want, feeling less than whole, finding yourself procrastinating when you don't know why, or having repeated difficulty in relationships, I am hopeful you have come to the right place. By looking closely at what may be holding you back, we will be able to understand it with fresh eyes. This can lead you to your goals of relief from suffering, a greater sense of choice, and more freedom to express the self you most want to be.

We may wisely withdraw, or hold, around moments of threat and overwhelm. But if holding becomes our automatic way of being, even as circumstances change, we may feel increasingly disconnected and less alive. By slowing down, giving ourselves time to notice changes in our experience, we can explore different responses. As we make space in our immediate (experience, relationship and environment) for what is happening now, we can experiment with holding less. And, as we engage our bodies without as much holding, our possibilities for moving, breathing, feeling alive and in relationship to what is beyond us - widen.

I offer a safe space for all forms of self-expression for individuals and couples across the sexuality spectrum. Often when we are placed in environments with intense levels of stress, whether this is from relationship issues, anxiety/depression, addiction or other life situations, we hold pain and trauma deep in our bodies. When we are unable to process and release this from our bodies, we become stuck in patterns that are unhealthy. I also specialize in couples therapy, utilizing Gottman Method Techniques as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy, to provide a safe space to explore sexual, relational and life challenges.

Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma are some of the most challenging issues to live with. In my work with couples, families, and individuals I've had the opportunity to help guide my clients through these struggles and begin experiencing more fulfilling lives. I also have experience working with individual clients on body-image related issues and deconstructing the standard idea of beauty. If these issues are relatable to you, please know you are not alone. It is extremely courageous to take this first step to seek help and guidance.

Relationship strain, communication issues, PTSD, anxiety, trauma, mistrust of happiness and feelings of depression are some of the experiences I help you heal from. I work with folks whose past pains are inhibiting present fulfillment within relationships and quality of life. We work together to navigate stressors and responsibilities they are expected to keep up with, while managing past pains to relearn safety on their current path. I treat the person as a whole- meaning in addition to your psyche, I also take into account your environmental, circumstantial, and physical self and how that impacts your mental health overall.

You worry all the time about being judged by other people. You feel disconnected from your body and, at the same time, feel like it’s all you think about. You question what you say, how your body looks, if you’re doing things “right,” and there are so many times where your mind feels like it’s on a hamster wheel that you can’t stop. You feel on edge all day and sometimes even feel like you may be having a heart attack. You don’t feel like you fit in anywhere. You’ve been made fun of before for so many different parts of who you are. You’ve been called weird or have been misunderstood at work, in your family, and even in some of your dating relationships. You’ve struggled to find someone who feels like a good fit romantically, and you’re worried there’s something wrong with you. You want to feel more connected to yourself again…

Currently Accepting New Clients - In Person Availibility Are you struggling to enjoy your day to day life? Do you find that the traumatic events of your past are still affecting you? Oftentimes negative events from our past will present themselves at the most inopportune moments, causing us many problems. They sometimes show up as depression, anxiety, isolating ourselves, and repeating negative relationship patterns. If this sounds like something you are struggling with I just want you to know it is not your fault. You are not alone in this and I can help you!

You are more than what has happened to you. What you do today matters most. I affirm that every session is a gift the client gives to themselves towards their self-discovery and care. I have over 10 years of experience working with diverse and underserved populations. Working closely with children, adolescents, and adults across the lifespan has provided me with a lens in which I approach the work from a strengths-based focus that is accessible and allows the client to gain small insights over time. My areas of specialty include trauma/abuse, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, disordered eating and body image issues.

Each of us exists in the world with a complexity and story exclusively our own. Through an eclectic, client-centered approach to therapy, I offer you the opportunity to explore the parts of your story unique to your identity, develop and nurture self-compassion, and integrate those parts into the fullness of your human experience. At the heart of my work, I strive to create an empathic and safe environment that fully allows you to show up with vulnerability and honesty as your authentic self.

Welcome all! I know this is huge step for most of you. The fact that you made the decision to start therapy makes you such a strong person. We all need a little help sometimes and I want to make sure you have the space where you can be heard whether it might be dealing with major life changes, anxiety, breakups, family drama, self-esteem, body image issues, etc. I want to assist you in your journey of healing which may include not only mental health but your physical health as well. Body and mind are connected so it is important to treat both.

With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of working in various treatment settings with a wide range of people. I strive to create a therapeutic environment where people feel safe, supported, and motivated for change. My clinical work is rooted in evidence-based practices, ensuring that each session is effective and tailored to your needs. I understand the importance of working at a pace that is comfortable for you, while also providing gentle nudges to help you progress. My approach is warm, compassionate, and encouraging.

Accepting new clients who are motivated for change. Do you recognize that you deserve happiness and are willing to put in the work to find it? Let me help you find your answers. Clients who work with me appreciate my flexible and individualized approach to managing symptoms often associated with anxiety, depression, and the daily stressors we face during life transitions.

If you are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, or are coping with traumatic event, and have decided that something needs to change and you want to improve the quality of your life --therapy can help you find a better path forward. Together we can develop goals that will help you achieve less stress, feel better, and process difficult life events that you may feel have been dragging you down.

Welcome! It's so nice to meet you! As a clinician I'm passionate about how the past impacts our present lives physically, emotionally, & mentally. During a session with you, we'll work as a team on your journey of self-discovery & wellness, digging deep to understand who you are & what has happened to you, while also creating a healthy relationship with yourself and finding ways to cope that work for you. I work with clients on a range of concerns, including coping with anxiety & stress, relationship issues, women's concerns, navigating life with chronic diseases & pain, invisible disabilities, medical trauma, & suicidal ideation.

I am a New York State-licensed Psychologist and a Certified Interpersonal Psychoanalyst. During more than 20 years of counseling, I have developed a unique blend of Interpersonal psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral and mind-body awareness promoting techniques to help patients achieve creative, professional and relational goals, and reduce anxiety and depression. All of us, through adapting to childhood experience, develop limiting fears and blind spots. I can help you to identify blocks to happiness, intimacy and serenity, and to develop new, more satisfying behaviors.