I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist with expertise in children and adolescents. I also have training and experience and greatly enjoy working with adults.

Personal statement:

I have been a practicing psychologist in a range of settings since 2007 when I earned my doctoral degree. I love to work therapeutically with people of all ages including  adults, young adults, children, adolescents, and their families.  I take a strength based approach in order to help clients see their own personal capacities and specialness. I enjoy helping families overcome behavioral and relationship challenges with their children through developing increased understanding and insight combined with an array of new practical strategies.  I have special interest in supporting individuals with complex medical conditions such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury  and chronic pain disorders. While I strongly emphasize the  use of evidence based practices which are tailored for each individual,  building a  strong bond and therapeutic relationship is at the heart of all my work.  I went into the field of psychology because of a long standing, innate passion for helping others feel good. Nothing is more motivating than knowing my work has made a difference for one individual and family at a time.

Qualifications

Ed.M. in School Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, 2004
Psy.D. Doctoral Clinical-School Child Psychology from Yeshiva University, 2007

My Toolbox

Strength based, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), behavioral interventions, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), medical coping, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).