I specialize in evidence-based treatments that promote lasting change and healing. My approach is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which I've found to be highly effective in helping clients manage emotions and improve relationships. Recognizing the profound impact of trauma, I've expanded my toolkit to include EMDR, a powerful therapy that addresses deep-seated trauma when other methods fall short. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a newer modality to me, and I am using an IFS-Informed approach in my trauma work as well.

My practice is committed to providing affirming and culturally competent care. We actively work to address the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals and those experiencing racial discrimination. Our team continually pursues training and consultation to confront our biases and enhance our ability to offer truly inclusive therapy. As the parent of a transgender adult, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my work with LGBTQIA+ clients and their families. I'm passionate about supporting parents, adolescents, and adults navigating gender identity and transition. Whether you're struggling with emotional regulation, depression, anxiety, trauma, or identity issues, I'm here to help.

My approach combines the structure of DBT, the trauma-processing power of EMDR, and a deep commitment to affirming anti-racist practice. Together, we'll work to manage symptoms and help you thrive and live authentically.

Areas of focus

• Emotion regulation

• Depression and Anxiety

• Trauma Recovery

• LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy/letters for medical transition

• Cultural competence and anti-racist practice

• Parenting Support/Coaching

• Working with parents and LGBTQIA+ youth

• Psychedelic Integration Therapy.

  Therapeutic approaches

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certified (DBT-LBC™).

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) certified by EMDRIA.

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Psychedelic Integration Therapy

• IFS-Informed trauma work.

Qualifications:

• Certification in DBT from the Linehan Board of Certification (DBT-LBC™). DBT-LBC board volunteer - diversity committee.

• Volunteer on the Diversity Committee of the DBT-LBC.

• Past principal Clinical Psychologist at Essex County Hospital Center, a county inpatient psychiatric hospital in northern New Jersey, Project Director of the DBT program.

• Past continuing education reviewer for Behavior Tech, LLC (the company that teaches DBT).

• Additional training in DBT including:

  • Advanced DBT intensive with Charlie Swenson, M.D., and Kelly Koerner, Ph.D.

  • Adolescent DBT training with Jill Rathus, Ph.D. and Alec Miller, Ph.D.

  • Adolescent and family DBT with Alan Fruzetti, Ph.D.

  • DBT Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE), is an evidence-based trauma treatment delivered within the DBT framework. With Melanie Harned, Ph.D.

• Certified in EMDR by EMDRIA.

• Previous clinical advisory board member for Emotions Matter, Inc., an advocacy and education non-profit for people living with Borderline Personality Disorder and their families.

• Previously served on the New Jersey Psychological Association’s Ethics Education and Resource Committee.

• IFS Circle 6-month Training - Fall 2025.

• Licensed in NJ, NY and PSYPACT States. NJ License#: 35SI00480300 and NY License#: 018389, Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) which allows me to practice telehealth in more than 40 states. For more information: PSYPACT