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I am a retired Army Nurse Corps Veteran and a Doctorate-prepared Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with over 20 years of nursing experience, with the past 5 years as a practitioner. I've treated clients both in the inpatient and outpatient setting diagnosed with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.

I am a 30 year veteran Clinical Social Worker. I have a BA in psychology and a Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California. My areas of specialty are individual therapy in stress management, grief, depression, PTSD, anxiety, chronic illness, children and adults

I know I was born to be a therapist. Helping others has always felt like a natural part of who I am, and my own life experiences have only deepened my desire to walk alongside others through theirs.

For more than 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. I genuinely love the work I do and value creating a space where people can show up as they are, feel understood, and work toward meaningful change.

I'm a clinical psychologist who got my PsyD from LIU Post and postdoc at UCLA DGSOM. I work with the lifespan (children, adolescents, adults, couples), topics such as gender health, substance misuse, neurodiversity, OCD, trauma, and BPD.

Many clients come to therapy because they’ve reached a roadblock in their lives. I work with each person together, to help go beyond that impasse. Sometimes, it is helping to clarify and act on goals. Other times, there may be the need to understand one’s past before formulating a plan. A client who feels their therapist is there to work together and support their decisions, is more likely to achieve their goals. I work actively with each client to help them reach a happier place.

I offer an emphatic approach, based on realistic expectations with achievable goals tailored for each individual. I work collaboratively, able to readily offer my ideas and suggestions as benefits the client. I believe in continuous evaluation of therapy’s progress. I work with families and children and am experienced in play therapy.

Coming for therapy is the first step in moving forward. I believe in helping my clients in their personal, and unique growth. Asking for help, I believe, is beginning your path to empowerment, and getting your life back on track.

Many of us undergo difficult, painful, and traumatic events in our lives – things that are not only painful while we experience them, but that have a way of sticking to us long after the fact. The impact of these events can make us lose touch with who we really are. This often manifests in feeling stuck in unwanted behaviors, feelings, and negative beliefs about ourselves. These things can be very hard to manage. I specialize in understanding these issues and how they affect us.

I’m a licensed therapist and intuitive healer who helps clients reconnect with themselves and reclaim their peace. My background blends traditional clinical training with holistic practices like reiki energy work, somatic practices and mindfulness, allowing me to meet clients where they are- mind, body, and spirit.

I specialize in supporting people who’ve carried too much for too long — those navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or complex family dynamics. My approach is real, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I don’t believe in quick fixes or surface-level advice; I believe in helping you understand your story, heal old wounds, and move forward feeling grounded, confident, and aligned.

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential.

I work from a psychodynamic, relational perspective. I incorporate mindfulness,Breathwork, cognitive behavioral techniques(CBT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) and experiential somatic therapies. I hold a License in Eastern medicine/acupuncture, and my in-depth study of Buddhist and Taoist philosophy and psychology inform my practice.

My practice is In-person in Ithaca NY and Online NY. Video therapy is confidential and available from the privacy and comfort of your home or office. It allows you to avoid travel time, and it reduces obstacle to participating in therapy. I am happy to talk with you about the benefits of this approach during our free 15 minute consultation.