“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.” Marie Curie
Making changes in your life can be a difficult and, sometimes frightening, task. You have already taken one of the hardest steps, which is acknowledging that you need help. Therapy can provide a safe and collaborative environment to gain an understanding of the thoughts and feelings that you experience. Having the opportunity to explore your past and present can help form the foundation for future change and growth. My goal is to provide a comfortable and nonjudgmental space for you to explore who you are now, and who you are looking to be. No two people are alike, and I believe that therapy works differently for everyone. My aim is to provide a unique therapeutic experience that is individually oriented to the needs of each client.
Specialties
Anxiety, Depression, Treatment Resistant Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Self-Esteem, Coping Skills, Life Transitions, OCD, Trauma, Stress Management and Developmental Struggles Including Adolescent Stressors Related to Academia and Achievement, Young Adults Struggling to Achieve Independence.
Finances
Private Pay Rate $125+
In-Network with Northwell Direct
In-Network with Aetna
In-Network with 1199
NYSHIP and Other Insurances Out of Network
Qualifications
LMSW License #117636 (New York)
About Me
My clients included pre-teens, adolescents, young adults and adults. I have worked with people who come into therapy for many different reasons, including the experience of trauma, anxiety, depression, treatment resistant depression, and bipolar disorder. Developmental struggles including adolescent stressors related to academia and achievement, and young adults struggling to achieve independence, are areas of particular interest to me.
I believe that therapy works differently for everyone. No two people are alike, and I treat each client differently. I am trained in the use of CBT, trauma focused CBT, insight-oriented psychotherapy, person centered therapy, and motivational interviewing. We will decide together how therapy can be most helpful to you in reaching your goals.
My goal is to provide a safe and accepting environment in which you can feel comfortable expressing your thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a shared journey of discovery, choice, and change. I would like to take that journey with you. Please feel free to reach out to me by email or phone for an initial contact if you are interested in speaking with me.
Empathy is necessary for a relationship to develop. My goal is to help you understand the roadblocks in your life, and to help you develop skills that you can implement in your daily life to help you reach your goals. Therapy is a journey and I hope to provide a safe place where you can create your own personal roadmap.
Client Focus
Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Individuals
Treatment Approach
CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Person Centered, Strength Based, Insight Oriented