How I got here

I've always been interested in people.

The way we make sense of our experiences, the relationships that shape us, and the habits we pick up along the way have always fascinated me.

As a survivor of narcissistic abuse, I bring a unique perspective to my work with the goal of helping you recognize the patterns that may be keeping you stuck such as self doubt, overthinking, overachieving, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself & others. What I love about being a therapist is that I get to know people beyond the version of themselves they show everyone else. I get to hear the stories, ask questions, and be part of conversations that don't always have an easy answer.

It's work I deeply care about, and I honor the trust people place in me.

The professional details (and a few personal ones).

My Background

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Fordham University. My experience includes working with a range of diagnoses in both in-patient and out-patient settings, and I've completed foundational training in Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT). I specialize in treating borderline personality disorder and have provided comprehensive DBT working on consultation teams to treat the most severe cases during my two decades of employment with the NY state Office of Mental Health.

I'm licensed to practice in both New York and New Jersey.

Outside the Therapy Room

When I'm not working, you'll usually find me going to the dog park with my husband and two dogs. My sixteen year old chiweenie named Coco and my two and a half year old dachshund named Calvin are my constant companions.

I think it's helpful to know a little about the person you're trusting with your story. Those are some of things about me.