Deeper insight,
lasting change.
A curious and pragmatic approach to therapy. Helping you navigate problems connecting, trauma, and the patterns that shape your life.
Pragmatic & Experienced
As a clinical psychologist trained at Penn State (PhD) and MGH/Harvard Medical School (internship), I bring extensive training in both psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches to our work.
I believe that the best therapy is tailored to you. My style is active and curious. I listen carefully to understand your goals, supporting you to understand yourself and others, improve relationships, and gain a healthier sense of control in your life.
It's impossible to say exactly what successful therapy looks like before a careful assessment of what led you here. In general, my patients report less suffering (e.g., less intense emotions, or less numbness, etc) and the development of stronger, more meaningful relationships over time. This is often supported by an increased sense of freedom and choice that comes from better understanding ourselves and others.
I accept Aetna insurance. My patients without Aetna pay out-of-pocket and are reimbursed directly by their insurance companies, for whom I am considered an "out-of-network" provider. I am happy to answer questions about this process in the initial consultation.
- PhD, The Pennsylvania State University
- Internship, MGH/Harvard Medical School
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, National Center for PTSD at VA Boston
- Fellowship in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute (BPSI)
In-network for Aetna; Out-of-network for all other insurance plansEvening Appointments (Zoom)
Tailored to You
I have extensive experience working with people struggling with issues related to stress and trauma, identity, attachment, and social relationships. I have specific training in working with individuals diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and personality disorders like borderline personality disorder, as well as other problems like anxiety, grief and loss, and attachment issues. My training has equipped me to address problems in both longer-term therapies as well as short-term, structured approaches.
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Identity
For those dealing with self-criticism, chronic anger, low self-esteem, or intense emotions that feel hard to balance. We move beyond symptoms to understand the root of these feelings.
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Trauma and Resilience
Support for reactions to stress and trauma, including PTSD. We work on building your capacity to "bounce back" and reclaiming a sense of safety in your daily life.
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Relationships
Addressing anxiety about or avoidance of closeness to others. We can explore the roles you find yourself in to shift difficult cycles into healthier connections.
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