I help a diversity of people navigate some of life’s most vulnerable transitions — grief, parenthood, and relationship challenges — through thoughtful, identity-affirming therapy.

People I work with typically explore:

  • Sex, intimacy, and conflict in relationships

  • Ethical non-monogamy

  • Grief and loss

  • Perinatal and reproductive mental health

  • Infertility

  • Trauma history and its effects on relationships and identity

  • Anxiety

  • Work and career anxiety

I’m especially passionate about working with new parents, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those processing recent losses. I welcome all people, all identities, and all experiences in my practice.

I tend to be conversational, collaborative, and engaged during sessions, encouraging open dialogue that fosters honest sharing. I also value feedback and regularly check in because I find that it deepens our work together. My goal is to support you on your unique journey of personal growth and self-discovery, and I am dedicated to providing client-centered, anti-oppressive care. 

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Therapy With Me

Modality & Approach

 

Individuals & Couples

I work with both individuals and couples, with approaches including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). In couples therapy, we’ll work together toward your goals, whether they include gaining clarity on expectations, exploring intrinsic patterns and behaviors, or deepening your sexual connection with each other.

Tailored to You

With therapy, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. I use different types of therapy based on your preferences and goals. This might include Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I often use a mind-body approach, supporting you in naming emotions and where they show up in the body.

Collaborative & Identity Affirming

I view myself not as an expert or authority figure, but as a collaborative and supportive partner in our work. You know what’s best for you, so while we can both lean on my training and experience as a clinician, we’ll keep in mind that you’re the expert on your life. I strive to always practice cultural humility and create a space that is free of judgment.

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Professional Background

For the first 10 years of my career, I worked in brand marketing for fintech startups. My passion for mental health and social justice led me to pursue a Master of Social Work at NYU, and I’ve since deepened my training in Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, and other evidence-based modalities. I often draw on my fintech background when working with clients who work in tech or other corporate settings.

Education

  • New York University, Master of Social Work

  • New York University, Master of Arts, Journalism

  • University of Pittsburgh, Bachelor of Arts, English Writing and Political Science

Relevant Course Work

  • Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse; taught by Mariam Habib, LCSW-R

  • Grief, Loss, and Bereavement; taught by Dr. Abigail Nathanson, LCSW, APHSW-C, ACS

Field Work

  • GMHC, formerly Gay Men’s Health Crisis

  • Heart to Heart 2 Project, a research study working with people living with HIV

Licensure

  • New York State License LCSW No. 099176

  • NPI: 1013683432

Trainings

  • Sex and Relationships

    • Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples Externship, New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy

    • Polyunsure After Polysecure, The Affirmative Couch

    • Principles & Practices of Sex Therapy, Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy

  • Perinatal and Reproductive Mental Health

    • Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care, Postpartum Support International (PSI)

    • Supporting New Parents: Identity, Connection & Healing, Helping Hands LCSW

  • Trauma

    • Embodied Internal Family Systems, Helping Hands LCSW

    • Emotion-Focused Therapy for Complex Trauma, Experiential Psychotherapy Institute

    • Working with Marginalized Couples: Healing the Impact of Systemic Trauma, Helping Hands LCSW

    • Trauma-Informed Care, The City of New York Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

  • Grief and Loss

    • 5th Annual Living Memories Project Conference 2022, focused on clinical interventions in grief, bereavement, and trauma-informed care for mental health and social work professionals

    • Best Practices in Grief Counseling, Hospice Foundation of America

  • Social Justice and Anti-Oppression

    • Culture Sensitivity in Comprehensive Sexual History Assessments, Helping Hands LCSW

    • Cultural Humility: A Journey from Understanding to Action, Gilead Sciences Inc.

  • Miscellaneous

    • CBT for OCD, Nachas Consulting

    • Foundations of Motivational Interviewing I and II, Center for Urban Community Services, Inc.

    • Mandated Reporter Training, New York State Office of Children and Family Services