Throughout my 11+ years practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have found that whether folks are coming to therapy for the first or fifth time, that being my genuine self has brought others at ease during our time together. This will often include use humor, compassion, honesty and occasional sarcasm. What it won’t include is rigidity, judgment, panic or shame. My work is deeply relational and I care for my clients immensely. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Social Work with Advanced Standing from the University at Albany, New York. When I’m not working I enjoy spending as much time with my two dogs as possible, and it is likely that at some point they will pop their heads into our session together.

I recognize therapy can be a series of terrifying events. As someone who openly has engaged in therapy myself, I understand what it feels like sitting in your chair talking to a complete stranger asking for help with some of the scariest, most painful and vulnerable aspects of your life. The courage, dedication, gall and commitment required in order to continuously work on yourself, to be honest and show self compassion does not get lost on me. I have the upmost respect for people who dare to challenge themselves, really look in the mirror and ask the “whys, hows, what ifs,” all in the name of learning more about what it means to be human and utilize their power and strengths. I’ve had the privilege of working with many diverse populations across the lifespan. I have worked in community based settings, residential programs, urban schools, psychiatric emergency rooms in Massachusetts and New York, as well as outpatient and primary care settings. I have worked with individuals, families, couples, school personnel, LGBTQ BIPOC persons, persons of various immigration statuses and first time mothers. 

Admittedly, my passion is working with first responders, law enforcement, military (both active and retired) and other healthcare workers. I recognize first handedly how demanding, isolating and impactful these professions can be on a person’s day to day life, and yet, we love to do it anyway.