Attachment-based Therapists in Lancaster, NY

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is highly experienced in treating adults with marital/relationship problems and problems related to sexuality and gender identity. I also specialize in treatment of emotional distress and sexual dysfunction in cancer survivors. My orientation is insight oriented and attachment based, and is focused on developmental issues in the individual and in the couple. I am particularly interested in assisting with existential crises that may affect intimate partnerships. In addition to my private practice I am available as an expert speaker on cancer survivorship and sexuality and cancer.

I am dual licensed and provide therapy to New York and Colorado residents. In my 16 years of practice, I have found that no one story is alike and the path to our best self is as unique as the individual being supported. I provide therapeutic interventions at your pace and believe your story deserves a safe space where it can be shared.

My goal as a clinician is to create a safe space where we can work through issues that may be causing you distress, and eventually celebrate your positive growth. I may be a particularly good fit for those seeking support around interpersonal relationships, life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Together, we will explore the patterns in your life that are no longer serving you. I am also a certified perinatal mental health provider and have a special interest in working with folks navigating challenges around parenthood including postpartum depression/anxiety, birth trauma, pregnancy loss and infertility.

Life presents pain and uncertainty. To learn and live by a perspective that takes you beyond ego, is to find meaning in your suffering as you sit with discomfort and take a closer look at your experience with vulnerability. Finding balance within yourself is not gained through the absence of worry and adversity-it’s discovered through a process of understanding and practicing self- acceptance and self-compassion while in the midst of life struggles. Let's explore your relationship with the negative aspects of human experience. As you look inward with honesty and without harsh judgement you can find yourself closer to your true self.

Have you tried making changes in your life, only to find yourself back in the same old patterns? Making a meaningful change is challenging but necessary for moving forward. Your old beliefs will try to keep you safe in what you know. Ketamine is a legal, safe, and effective medicine that helps amplify psychotherapy, and facilitate change. KAP can help clients experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in symptoms. Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that is also known to have psychedelic and neuroplasticity encouraging properties.

I am constantly inspired by the knowledge and depth people can reach when they are eager to explore themselves. I am always honored to help clients consider both their light and dark sides on their adventure into growth. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing via telemedicine. I earned my Masters with an emphasis in sexuality and relationships from California State University, Northridge. I have specialized in treating Eating Disorders through my rewarding work with Monte Nido. My international work helping communities in conflict and poverty led to an invaluable empathy and understanding for cultural diversity.

Trauma affects many, if not all of us, and recovery from the impact of these experiences is a journey. In therapy, my focus is to establish a strong therapeutic relationship where healing can take place. Once trust is developed, the goal is to empower individuals to increase their sense of safety and control, and to cope with traumatic experiences. My wish is for individuals to be able to reengage in their lives and pursue their greatest hopes for themselves, without the traumatic experiences hindering their ability to do so.

Making the decision to come to therapy is a difficult & courageous one. We understand this & make every effort to create safety while challenging our clients to create the life they want. We specializing in treating couples who are struggling with communication challenges, sexual concerns, sexual dysfunction, parenting, recovering from affairs (emotional & physical). We have therapists who specialize in kink, nonmonogamy, sexual addiction, eating disorders, and healing from trauma/grief. We know how chaotic people's lives are, so we have availabity seven days a week & have evening hours. We look forward to helping you.