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Hi there! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the masters degree from John Jay College of criminal justice in forensic mental health counseling . I have experience working with adolescents and adults in various settings including school, outpatient and inpatient clinics and programs. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, substance use, and trauma. With extensive experience in trauma counseling, I understand the deep and lasting impact trauma can have, and I bring compassion and skill to guiding clients through recovery at their own pace.

I am a Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst with over 30 years of clinical, supervisory and administrative experience, licensed in the states of NY and NJ. I graduated from NYU School of Social Work with Master's Degree in Social Work, and NJ Institute for Psychoanalytic Studies with PsyA Degree. I provide individual therapy to adults and seniors, as well as I do consultations, coaching and clinical supervision.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults of all ages and many perspectives. I have extensive experience providing therapy and I am passionate about helping those with complicated trauma heal and create the lives they deserve. I also enjoy working with those who feel very deeply, have complicated identities and who are neurodivergent.

Hey!! This space is all about you—your goals, your story, and what matters most to you. You are the expert in your own life, and my role is simply to support and walk alongside you. Together, we’ll create something that feels genuine, comfortable, and uniquely yours.

I’m most drawn to working with people who are seeking steadiness, understanding, and practical tools—whether it’s a parent overwhelmed by a child’s big emotions, a child or teen navigating anxiety or behavior challenges, or an adult longing for more balance and self-regulation. They want to feel grounded, connected, and confident. Their goals are to better understand themselves or their child, strengthen relationships, and build meaningful skills that support healing, growth, and thriving.

I have been helping people finding solutions to complex problems for more than 20 years. I have a wealth of experience with individuals across the life span and the many challenges we face at various stages of life.

What inspired me to become a psychotherapist? Witnessing the challenges people face in life and being captivated by superheroes as a child. Helping others is my passion—it feels like I'm living my childhood dreams. My experience in state psychiatric centers, working with individuals dealing with severe and persistent mental health issues, solidified my desire to assist those with social and emotional needs. While working as a school counselor was rewarding, I felt compelled to offer more comprehensive services beyond psycho-educational workshops. Pursuing clinical therapy was a natural progression for me. I earned my mental health counseling degree at LIU Post and furthered my expertise with certifications and training in CBT, internal family systems, ACT, and logotherapy. These skills enable me to assist clients with reparenting, anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, co-parenting, couples counseling, family therapy, and emotional regulation. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I bring an interactive and down-to-earth approach to therapy. My goal is to equip you with a practical skill set that promotes growth and fulfillment. I look forward to meeting you and helping you live the life you envision!