I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 23 years of experience in the mental health field.  In addition to my private practice, I have extensive experience working in a variety of other settings including:  inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment facilities, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, correctional facilities, wellness centers and skilled nursing facilities. 

 

I offer individual therapy to adolescents and adults who are struggling with a variety of issues from common life changes and transient stressors to more severe or chronic mental health disorders. My specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, stress management, PTSD/trauma, EMDR, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and adolescent female issues.

 

In general my therapeutic approach is cognitive-behavioral, supportive, and  solution-focused.  However, as I believe that every person is unique, I feel that a personalized approach to meet the unique needs of each and every client that I work with is what is more effective.  Together, we can work to develop a treatment plan that is the most effective and comfortable for you. I hope you will find my approach to be warm, positive, compassionate and absent of any judgment. I truly believe that the most important aspect of successful therapy is the rapport and comfort that a client has with their chosen clinician.

 

I hope to help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stress, find more balance and develop strategies to lead you to a more satisfying life.