Therapeutic Approach
Therapy is where we’ll be curious about you; there is no judgment about your past, your experiences, or your feelings. I specialize in working with people who feel like they “should” be feeling more in control, more confident or more fulfilled than they currently do. Sometimes, they have an idea of the reason for that feeling, but they are unsure how to address it. For others, they feel at a loss for why they’re struggling or feeling less than happy, and they feel lost as to where to even start. In our therapy, I will help us identify patterns and figure out the root of the problem. I’ve trained in a number of different therapeutic theories and approaches, and I will work with you to determine what is the best fit for you.
I am trained in EMDR Psychotherapy, and I tailor treatment to each person and their unique situation. My approach also integrates relational, psychodynamic and trauma-focused theories and interventions. I am a YTT 200-hour certified yoga instructor, which informs my approach. It can be useful to examine somatic experiences and experiment with mindfulness skills to help guide our work. I provide therapy from an anti-racist and social justice orientation, as it’s important to understand the environments we live in and how they impact us.
Professional Experience & Trainings
I earned my Bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and completed my clinical graduate program at NYU. I completed a practicum in trauma-focused work and am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I have been working in therapy and counseling for over 15 years and have experience working with clients ranging from young children to older adults; with individuals, families and groups.
I have consulted for New York City on clinical child and family issues and services. I have over 5 years of experience providing supervision to individual clinical providers, as well as clinical consulting teams.