I have a diverse and rich educational background, which has shaped the way I work with clients. I graduated with my undergraduate degree from Barnard College, and went on to earn a master’s in clinical social work from New York University (NYU). I completed an extensive four-year postgraduate program in contemporary psychoanalysis at The National Institute for Psychoanalysis, which deepened my understanding of the psyche further.

I also pursued specialized training in Couples Therapy through a one-year program at The Institute for Mental Health where I came across some of the most influential couples therapists in the field. In addition to this, I’ve completed many other programs and workshops throughout the world, over the years.

     Alongside my clinical work, I serve as a supervisor both in my practice and at The National Institute for the Psychotherapies, where I help other therapists develop their practices and skills. Although a native New Yorker, I have lived and traveled around the world, which has broadened my perspective and enriched my approach to therapy.

     Over twenty years ago, as an early therapist, I had the privilege of working in a variety of settings that have profoundly influenced my professional journey. I supported individuals in a mental institution, nurtured young deaf children, and provided care for residents in an assisted living facility for the elderly. I also gained invaluable experience working in a clinic, screening individuals for IVF donation and helping families prepare for the emotional complexities of fertility treatments.  

     In addition, I’ve worked in a clinic screening individuals for IVF donation and helping families mentally prepare for the unique experiences that come with their fertility journeys. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of human development across the lifespan, as well as the unique challenges faced by individuals, families, and communities in different contexts.

     These experiences taught me invaluable lessons about resilience, connection, and the unique needs of individuals across different stages of life. They deepened my empathy and broadened my understanding of human complexity, which continue to inform the care and perspective I bring to my therapeutic work.

     Today, as a seasoned psychodynamic therapist, I draw on these formative experiences to create a compassionate and informed space for my clients. I believe that every stage of life and every unique journey holds lessons that can guide us toward healing and growth.

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