During my time at Columbia University, I went through the rigorous DBT Training Program and received intensive DBT training from the Linehan Institute/Behavioral Tech. As an intern at Long​ Island Jewish Zucker Hillside Hospital Outpatient Department in New York City, I had the opportunity to conduct individual DBT and skills groups, as well as social skills groups. While at LIJ, I treated clients with diagnoses ranging from generalized anxiety and depression to Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar 1 & 2.

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I enjoy helping clients identify their personal goals and values and develop specific skills to create a more rewarding and value-driven life, and am committed to providing compassionate treatment that balances change with acceptance of current realities. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, empathic, result-oriented, and flexible, and emphasizes the importance of creating a genuine, supportive, and honest therapeutic relationship. 
 

One of my favorite areas of work is with the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly surrounding issues of coming out, exploring feelings on gender and sexuality, and becoming comfortable with personal identity. I recognize the struggles sexual and gender identity can bring, and encourage self-exploration with guidance rather than instructing on what or how to engage with such sensitive topics.

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I also enjoy working with teens and young adults with learning differences and disabilities. Often times, we are so focused on academic needs that we forget to look at the stress, anxiety, and even shame that comes with feeling different and needing to work harder than others to achieve the same goals. I try to use my unique perspective as someone who personally deals with these issues to both empathize and create an judgement free environment where my clients can thrive, utilize, and be recognized for their strengths rather than the areas in which they struggle.

 

Outside of work, I am actively involved in the LGBTQIA+ community and volunteer with multiple organizations. I enjoy traveling to unusual destinations, taking every chance to play pickleball, and rooting on the Washington Nationals.