ABOUT ME

I’m passionate about empowering others to find their voice and develop self-compassion so they can live a life more attuned to their authentic self, be able to set healthy boundaries and develop more meaningful and intimate relationships with the important people in their lives.

I remember first being inspired as I worked as a counselor for adolescents in Pennsylvania and New York. This experience confirmed that I wanted to continue pursuing a career in this field. My excitement to serve others was also fueled through volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity and the two years I served in Americorps where I developed and ran a mentor program for at-risk youth. It was a humbling experience to see the impact on these youth with just a couple hours a week and inspiring to help teach them that college was possible for them. I’ve found over the past fifteen years of working with both adolescent and adult clients that when we are willing to sit with our pain and work through the emotions these bring up in us that we can find an amazing inner strength and resiliency that can empower us to make committed actions towards the values we went to embody. I feel a strong sense of fulfillment and humbleness in being able to walk alongside others in their journey and although no two journeys are the same, I deeply value the opportunity to be part of that process.

My past clinical experiences include working extensively with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues at an inpatient facility for youth and outpatient facility for adults. I also spent five years working closely with the criminal system and defense attorneys in conducting mental health and chemical dependency evaluations as well as providing treatment services. For over a decade in private practice, I’ve also worked with those who have suffered from depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders while also supporting those struggling with relationships, boundary issues, grief and loss or past trauma. The therapeutic process can be a challenging process but not one you have to do alone. I am honored and excited for each new client I am able to help grow and explore life through in a genuine and supportive experience.