Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
(she/her)
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience providing mental health services to teens, adolescents, and adults. I believe healing happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered to reconnect with their strengths. For more than three years, I worked in an outpatient community mental health clinic, supporting a diverse client population experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, crisis, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also spent two years providing school-based mental health services in NYC public schools, where I offered wraparound emotional and behavioral health support to students and their families. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, setting boundaries, trauma, or harsh self-criticism, I offer a compassionate, collaborative space where you can build insight, resilience, and practical tools for lasting change. My approach is person-centered and integrates evidence-based therapy with a holistic understanding of the connection between mind, body, and emotions. In addition to my clinical training, I have received training as a Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Reiki practitioner, and in Mindful Self-Compassion. These experiences allow me to thoughtfully integrate holistic healing practices with evidence-based care, incorporating mind-body approaches that support emotional well-being and overall wellness when aligned with your goals and preferences.
In your first session, we’ll begin building a foundation for our work together by creating space to get to know each other and understand your unique experiences. We’ll explore what brings you to therapy, what you hope to work toward, and the goals that feel most meaningful to you. You’ll have space to ask questions and share what feels most important as we determine how therapy can best support you. We’ll also review your intake information, identify patterns and strengths, and begin creating a treatment plan that aligns with your needs and preferences.
My strengths as a therapist are rooted in empathy, curiosity, and genuine presence. I believe that feeling truly heard and understood can be a powerful part of the healing process, so I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and seen. Through compassionate listening and thoughtful exploration, I work collaboratively with you to better understand your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
My ideal client is someone who is open to self-reflection and ready to actively participate in their healing journey. I work best with clients who are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship concerns, life transitions, past experiences or trauma, or patterns that no longer feel supportive. You are seeking a collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. I enjoy working with clients who are curious about their experiences, ready to build greater self-awareness, strengthen self-compassion, and develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges with more intention and resilience.
My practice bridges the practical structure of DBT with a thoughtful, contemplative lens to support your whole self. By merging proven clinical tools with a grounded, holistic perspective, we establish a reliable path toward meaningful change. Together, we focus on creating more stability and ease in your life.
I take a mind-body approach to therapy, recognizing that emotional well-being is shaped by the connection between our thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviors. Alongside evidence-based strategies, I integrate mindfulness and contemplative practices to help you better understand your internal experiences and respond to them with greater awareness and intention. This may include learning to notice how stress and emotions show up in your body, developing skills to regulate your nervous system, and practicing techniques that help you feel more grounded and present. By strengthening the connection between mind and body, therapy becomes not only a space for insight, but also an opportunity to build resilience, foster self-compassion, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Mindfulness is an important part of my therapeutic approach and complements the DBT skills we may practice together. In fact, mindfulness is one of the four core skill areas in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, serving as the foundation for developing greater emotional awareness and intentional action. Together, we'll practice slowing down, noticing your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations with curiosity, and responding to life's challenges with greater intention rather than reacting on autopilot. This may include brief mindfulness exercises, grounding techniques, or other contemplative practices that help you feel more present and connected. Over time, these skills can strengthen self-awareness, build emotional resilience, and foster greater self-compassion both in and outside of therapy.
My trauma-informed approach recognizes that your experiences shape the way you understand yourself, relate to others, and navigate the world. I prioritize creating a space grounded in safety, trust, and collaboration, where you can explore your experiences at your own pace, build on your strengths, and develop tools that support healing and growth.