About Me

Thank you for your interest in working with me! I love what I get to do as a psychologist, educator and clinical consultant and feel grateful that this career path has allowed me to develop in ways I never imagined.

For nearly two decades I have supported others in navigating the complexities of human connection. A core belief I have developed through my professional experiences is this: the narratives we carry about ourselves and our relationships can stall our growth or become a catalyst for building more sturdy, reflective lives. Often that catalyst is a compassionate other, who seeks to understand, reflect and offer a new and healthier way of experiencing oneself. Sometimes we need to look outside of our family and social circle to find this type of specialized listening and relating, and that is where therapy can come into play.

Clinical Roots & Practice

My array of clinical experiences, from agency settings, hospitals, and schools to my years in private practice, has informed my approach.

My theoretical foundation is built on a rigorous integration of Attachment Theory, Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT), and Relational Neurobiology. By utilizing Emotionally Focused (EFT) and experiential approaches, I help individuals, couples, and families move beyond the reflexive rehash of old hurts and toward a deeper understanding of the dynamics unfolding under the surface. Trauma is a frequent thread in this work. I pay close attention to how one’s history, relationships, and social location converge with their present context to impact the capacity for connection and meaning-making. This depth of focus is central to my work in these areas of specialization:

Individual and Relationship Therapy: Facilitate healing and growth for teens and adults, couples, families, groups and relationships of all kinds
Reproductive Health: Support in navigating the complex emotional landscape of infertility, grief, family building and 3rd party reproduction.
Immigration Evaluations: Conduct psychological assessments for asylum seekers and those pursuing other forms of immigration relief.

Clinical Consultant, Trainer and Educator

I serve as a consultant and trainer for fellow therapists, offering a collaborative approach to professional growth, case consultation and addressing clinical challenges. Additionally, I consult with organizations to develop healthier workplace cultures through a relational and systemic lens.

Since 2019, I have focused on the therapeutic application of Shame Theory, particularly its intersection with trauma and ruptures. I view shame not merely as a painful affect, but as a protection that shields deeper vulnerabilities. I have developed several continuing education courses for therapists, a guide for therapists navigating professional shame and opportunities for consultation.

I have authored publications for professional and public audiences on topics such as relational health, ethics, burnout in leaders, and intergenerational trauma. My writing on relational health, intimacy and shame has appeared in The Pennsylvania Psychologist, The New York Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and The Philadelphia Citizen.

Credentials & Professional Standing

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) | University of Denver, Graduate School of Professional Psychology
Internship and Postdoctoral Fellowship | Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System
Licensure | Pennsylvania & New York (PSYPACT provider)
Adjunct Instructor | Former Graduate and Undergraduate instructor in Couples Counseling, Systemic Adolescent Approaches, Case Consultation, Abnormal Psychology, and Attachment Theory.