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I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work at Fordham University and have since gained valuable experience working with individuals and families in a variety of settings.

I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care, and draw from several modalities, depending on client needs. I have training in CBT, DBT, EFIT, psychodynamics, and am certified in trauma-focused CBT. I have experience treating a variety of diagnoses, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and attachment issues.

I have 20 years experience and a compassionate heart. I am ready to walk beside you on your healing journey. Experienced treating veterans. I am honored to serve America's heroes!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of New York. My approach to therapy is warm, open-minded, collaborative, and supportive. Throughout that process, I use an integrative

approach utilizing DBT, CBT, strength-based therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I specialize in

couples’ therapy, and treatment resistant individual therapy.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Kripalu-trained yoga teacher, Level 2 Reiki Practitioner, and DBT-trained clinician.

I support individuals in building the skills to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, balance, and self-compassion. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, mood challenges, burnout, relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, setting boundaries, trauma, grief, or a harsh inner critic, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you explore your experiences and develop practical tools for meaningful change.

I believe healing and growth happen through understanding the connection between our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and bodies. I draw from evidence-based therapeutic approaches alongside holistic, mind-body practices to create a personalized approach that honors each client’s unique needs, experiences, and goals. When aligned with your preferences, I incorporate a variety of therapeutic tools and mind-body practices to support greater self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being. Together, we’ll identify the changes you’d like to make, build practical skills to help you navigate challenges, and develop a deeper understanding of the patterns that may be impacting your life.

Above all, I believe therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, curiosity, and compassion. My role is to walk alongside you as you develop a deeper connection with yourself, gain clarity about what matters most, and cultivate greater confidence in navigating life’s challenges. Whether you’re working toward healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, greater balance, or a more compassionate relationship with yourself, my goal is to help you create meaningful change and move toward a life that feels authentic, grounded, and fulfilling.

As an African American Psychologist, I work with people of all faiths, races and walks of life. As a Believer, I believe in the power of faith and therapy to help towards healing. It will be a blessing for me to help you on your journey.

I am a clinical social worker with background in substance abuse treatment and mental health. I really enjoy working with clients and working towards their "aha moments". Therapy is a safe space to grow and "let down your hair" so to speak. I never want our time together to be a power struggle/dynamic but rather a place where you can speak your mind and not feel judged.