Who am I?

   I graduated from University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy and Practice with an MSW and I have over a decade's worth of expeience as a therapist.  My client populations include kids, teenagers, adults and older adults.  I have worked on a myriad of issues, including behavioral changes, parenting, anxiety, depression, transitions and social issues, and sleep issues/insomnia,  and managing ADHD/executive functioning both in a personal and professional setting.  Currently, I see only older teenagers and adults.  I am an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and I am licensed in both NJ and PA. 

   I also have ADHD, and was diagnosed as a child, and have taken ADHD medication as well.  Consequently, I can more easily recognize the symptoms and understand the struggles.  I also know how useful medication can be, and its shortfalls.  I cannot prescribe medication and all of the coaching services offered are holistic interventions, meant to help whether someone is on medication or not.  I know it can be a touchy subject and I welcome working with people, wherever you fall on the medication spectrum. 

 No matter what bring you in, I believe in working with the client to support their growth. As a solution-focused therapist, I recognize that stressors and painful feelings are a part of life, and that they can sometimes feel overwhelming, but that people are still trying their best and want to achieve their goals.  Using a mix of different modalities,  I work with the client to create or regain a sense of balance and well-being.  My style is direct, warm and empathetic.

All of my therapy and coaching is trauma-informed.  My specialties include CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia), Cognitivive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT) as well as other, all while operating in the Humanistic Model.  

Whether in-peron or virtual, I believe in creating a safe and welcoming non-judgemental space.  I believe in an affirming environment for anyone on the LGBTQ+ spectrum or living in a non-traditional living situation.