My philosophy and vision in treatment involves facilitating a combination of talk therapy and mindful body practices, enabling each person to realize his or her unique self with compassion and awareness.

Life can be tough, and the burdens we carry often take a toll on our mental health and overall well-being. When challenges pile up, it can feel impossible to hope for healthier relationships or achieve our goals. I get it—deeply. That’s why I chose this path—to help people navigate life’s difficulties, heal from past struggles, and rediscover their inner strength. That strength has always been there, ready to help you build the life you want. I’m here to help you tap into it and turn your hopes into reality or realize that you too have the ability to hope. I specialize in a variety of theoretical modalities. No matter the approach, my goal is the same—to explore the inner workings of your mind. When you clearly understand how you think, you gain insight into the emotions and actions that shape your life. This awareness is key to making empowered choices, giving you greater control over your future. I know how overwhelming it can feel when your thoughts, emotions, and relationships seem out of sync. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, bring clarity to your emotions, and create real change. You don’t have to figure this out alone—I’m here when you’re ready to take that next step.

Over the years, I’ve found that many people seeking therapy are looking for relief from anxiety, depression, or simply trying to navigate the hurdles of everyday life. I work with individuals aged 14 and up, and welcome people of all races, genders, sexualities, and relationship structures. I’m LGBTQIA+ and PolyENM-affirming. As a therapist, I believe in the uniqueness of every individual and the power of a personalized, nuanced approach to healing. Through collaborative conversation, I draw on a variety of therapeutic methods to develop a plan that best fits your needs and goals. I prioritize building a strong, trusting relationship where you feel seen, heard, and valued for who you are. My approach is rooted in the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I’m here to support and guide you through challenges, help you tap into your strengths, and foster growth—at your own pace. Whether you’re seeking practical strategies, emotional support, or a space to explore, reflect, and grow, I’m here to walk alongside you.

As a bilingual psychotherapist, I emphasize open communication and a collaborative process to guide you in navigating life’s complexities. With a supportive and structured approach, I focus on helping you enhance your emotional well-being and self-awareness. My approach is client-centered and collaborative, integrating evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and life-stressors. I help clients process negative experiences, build resilience, and develop emotional stability. I tailor each session to the individual’s unique needs, focusing on their strengths and fostering personal growth.

I specialize in trauma-informed, attachment-based, and holistic mental health therapy for individuals aged 15 through the end of life. My work integrates evidence-based and somatic approaches to address trauma, emotional wounds, interpersonal challenges, and nervous system dysregulation. My modalities include: Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT): Helps process and reframe trauma-related thoughts and behaviors. Psychodynamic therapy: Explores unconscious patterns, past experiences, and relational dynamics. Attachment therapy: Focuses on relational wounds, attachment styles, and emotional security. Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT): Strengthens emotional awareness, connection, and expression. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR): Uses mindfulness and meditation techniques to reduce stress and increase self-awareness. Somatic Experiencing: Addresses trauma stored in the body and supports nervous system regulation. Yoga therapy: Integrates movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to promote healing. Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT): Teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. My ideal client is willing to engage in self-exploration and healing, whether they are navigating trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. They are open to a holistic, mind-body approach and seek to deepen self-awareness, address root issues, and strengthen emotional and nervous system regulation. Their goals include: Exploring psychodynamic and attachment-based patterns. Strengthening interpersonal relationships. Releasing emotional and somatic tension. Improving communication and self-expression. Cultivating self-compassion and empowerment. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to explore deep emotional wounds, shift unhealthy patterns, and strengthen mind-body awareness. My approach supports: Empowerment and self-trust through insight and behavioral shifts. Emotional and somatic release to process and integrate trauma. Improved interpersonal relationships through. emotional expression and boundary-setting. Nervous system support to reduce overwhelm, anxiety, and stress.

Therapy is a special place to explore who you truly are and what makes you happy. If you are not feeling fulfilled, it is time to do something about that! Life is short, and the capacity to look at how you deal with situations can require a special kind of honesty to make real change. I would like to help you achieve that goal. With over 20+ years as a therapist, I have helped clients work through a wide variety of issues - depression, anxiety, and marital and family problems. I would love to opportunity to work with you and help you make these important changes. I specialize in CBT and mindfulness to address depression, anxiety, and stress and have written an 8-week program that can help you make major changes in your life and how you react to situations. I have recently expanded my practice in the Morristown area, and I'm currently accepting new patients. I have been a psychotherapist for over 20+ years and have experience in a wide range of issues. Our work together will focus on your current life issues as we move towards a deeper understanding of what causes these reactions. As a result, you will be able to make different choices in your life.

I support clients in building effective skills to regulate their emotions and overcome obstacles, and draw on my training as a therapist, behavioral scientist, mindfulness teacher and coach in supporting clients to make meaningful change. I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and mindfulness practices. I help people live out their values, improve their health and functioning, cultivate resilience and deepen their sense of meaning, purpose and wellbeing. My background includes training as a coach, psychotherapist, psychoeducator and behavioral scientist. I have training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and CBT for weight management, amongst other approaches. I teach mindfulness-based courses including Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), Mindful self compassion (MSC), Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and Mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP).

I hold a Master of Science from Columbia University and Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley. It was my own life experience that led me to become a psychotherapist. Perhaps because of this my patients often report feeling understood in a way they'd not expected. I believe you'll find I bring warmth, understanding, humor and maturity to our every session. I see each patient as a unique individual with a complex biological and psychological history, yet one whose life is built upon a myriad of relationships. I believe that above all else, we are social beings and seek connection to others; all emotional healing occurs within the context of relationships – whether in the therapeutic relationship in which we will engage, your intimate partner relationship, within your family, in enduring friendships or, ideally, in combination of each of these. It’s my belief that our emotions, mood, ability to genuinely connect with others and our sense of connection with our physical body are the result of many factors. We are the sum total of countless memories and sensations (some remembered, others suppressed), how we learned as children to attach emotionally to those with whom we were closest, and the interplay of these as they interact with our genetic predispositions. In your treatment, I will utilize a blend of the most transformative therapies I have studied over the years that speak to this complex interface of factors. Together let's find a path to a healthier life, one guided by wisdom gained from a better understanding of our past, as we pursue a future with a greater sense of well-being.

Struggling with personal or professional relationships? Questioning where you want your life to take you? Procrastinating? Feeling down or sad? Consider therapy: Self-knowledge is good medicine. Speaking with a therapist in a collaborative relationship can give you a fresh perspective and help you change the way you understand your relationships and life. I am a patient, tolerant, empathic, reliable and responsive person. I bring to my work a sense of humor and a strong desire to stay up-to-date with advances in my field and related health fields. I have the expertise and training to work with individuals and couples across a wide range of concerns. Areas of special experience include anxiety and mood, bipolar and eating disorders, career development, relationships, and pressures that are particular to professional settings.

I work with people who want to understand the connections between past experiences and patterns in their current lives to have more satisfying relationships. The people I work with want to feel connected to others, repair past relationships, participate in corrective and reparatory experiences, understand their feelings, actions, and thoughts, and be at peace with themselves.

I pull from a variety of different therapeutic modalities to offer relief from usual and unusual life circumstances. My approach is highly tailored to each individual and the situation at hand. I take pride in understanding the unique perspectives of my clients with an appreciation for each person's distinct background. In practice, I've learned that a client should feel some comfort and a connection with their therapist within their first session. Some therapeutic progress, relief, andor a sense of a working relationship should be experienced by session two.

I provide a safe and empathic treatment environment for clients. Treatment is tailored to the needs of the individual client and in collaboration with the client. I use a variety of treatment modalities, depending upon the needs of the client, including psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR trauma therapy, clinical hypnosis, sex therapy, AEDP, and Somatic Experiencing.