Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 55 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Couples Counseling, LGBTQ and 8 more.
(she/her)
Often rebooked
I have always held a deep affection for the field of Human Services since the day my siblings came to me seeking advice for whatever problems they had. That personal experience fueled my pursuit of a career in counseling and therapy. My credentials include a Master's in Human Services, a Licensed Professional Counselor in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and a National Certified Counselor. For over 40 years, I have been blessed with opportunities to serve as a clinician across diverse settings, including Child Welfare, Criminal Justice, Education, the Corporate Sector, and Military Family Life (all branches). I pride myself in being an instrument that provides a genuine, safe space for clients to embrace who they are while welcoming change, operating with the core belief that “everything starts and ends with the individual". **If my availability does not reflect the day or time that is needed, feel free to message me, as my availability sometimes changes due to client rescheduling.
In our first session, my primary goal is to establish a safe, welcoming, and collaborative environment. We will begin with open-ended questions designed to build rapport and to discuss essential logistics, including informed consent, confidentiality and its limits, client expectations, my counseling approach, initial assessments, and scheduling/cancellation policies. Following this introduction, we will move to the heart of the matter: exploring your reasons for seeking services and working together to establish initial, collaborative treatment goals. My encouragement for the first session is to offer a breath of fresh air to the client, as I say, “Together, let’s do this”!
My greatest strengths lie in my distinct, personable professional approach, which is eclectic in nature and enhanced by a sense of humor and an energetic personality. This specific individualized formula allows me to engage even the most resistant clients effectively. I am best known for my impeccable communication, active listening, and strong engagement skills, which form the foundation of our therapeutic alliance. I firmly believe, I am fulfilling my purpose in life by empowering individuals how to obtain the best that life has to offer, regardless of both internal and external circumstances.
I am genuinely honored to engage clients from all walks of life who desire a more effective way to process, adjust to, and navigate through the puzzle of life. I welcome clients who are resistant to change or who don't believe how everything starts and ends with the individual. My eclectic approach is a breath of fresh air that is not forgotten.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $125 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Braven Health - Medicare
Capital Blue Cross
Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Geisinger - Commercial
Geisinger - Medicare
Geisinger – Dual (Geisinger Gold HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Horizon
Horizon - Medicare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have found CBT to be highly effective in empowering individuals to understand how the interplay among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors shapes their life experiences. CBT allows individuals to identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Supportive
The use of Supportive Therapy allows me to develop a strong, therapeutic, and genuine alliance with clients, demonstrating encouragement, respect, and a focus on their goals. This dynamic is crucial to an effective therapist-client relationship and a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Utilizing a solution-focused approach is critical to making progress, as the method focuses on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems. It emphasizes identifying and using an individual's strengths and resources to achieve goals.
Christian Counseling
This therapeutic approach allows me to integrate spirituality with traditional counseling principles to address emotional and behavioral issues without focusing on a specific religion. Additionally, this approach is very effective when introducing the nature of forgiveness, love, hope, and purpose.