I believe that everyone has an important story to tell and that the complexity of these stories is what makes us unique. My goal is to work with you to understand those complexities and find the strengths to navigate your everyday life.
Having the self-awareness and tenacity to understand when you need support is something to celebrate, and I want to meet you on that journey and help guide you through discovery. I received my graduate degree from the Rutgers University School of Social Work. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, trouble with self-acceptance and other everyday challenges.
I utilize a cognitive-behavioral and strengths-based approach, emphasizing the importance of the mind-body connection. Everyone’s struggles and life experiences are different, and my approach caters to those diverse events. I do not believe that one method works for everyone, and I want therapy to be a collaborative process.
Life throws us many curveballs that we cannot control. What we can control is the way we react to these events. I want to help you find the inner strength to work through these barriers and get to a place of confidence and peace.
Professional & Clinical Experience
Therapeutic Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Strengths-based
Mindfulness
Clinical Expertise
Depression
Low self-esteem
Self-acceptance
Life transitions
Stress management
Client Focus
Emerging adults
Adults
Education
Rutgers University, Master of Social Work
University of Maryland, Bachelor of Arts, Hearing and Speech Sciences
Certifications and Training
Licensed Master of Social Work
Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing, Step by Step: Master the Body-oriented Approach to Trauma and Stress Disorders
Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory in Trauma Treatment with Stephen Porges & Deb Dana
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Basic Training - EMDRIA with Deany Laliotis
The Gottman Method for Couples
4-Day Intensive Workshop: Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD by CBI
Influences:
Esther Perel
Mindfulness
Rituals:
Megan Roup workouts
Weekend baking
Daily music
Long beach days
