Are you struggling with the lasting effects of trauma, complicated grief, anxiety, or difficult relationships? Perhaps you've experienced painful events that continue to influence how you see yourself, connect with others, or respond to life's challenges. You may recognize patterns in your thoughts, emotions, or relationships but feel unsure why they keep happening or how to change them. Therapy can help you better understand these experiences, find relief, and move toward meaningful, lasting healing.

With over 30 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I work with adolescents, young adults, and older adults navigating complex trauma, childhood experiences, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. I earned both my Master of Arts in General/Theoretical Psychology and my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I have a particular passion for helping individuals with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), complicated grief, and longstanding emotional struggles that may be rooted in earlier life experiences.

My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, helping clients understand how past experiences, relationships, and emotional patterns influence their present lives. I am also trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence-based treatment for PTSD that helps individuals process traumatic experiences and challenge beliefs that may be keeping them stuck. Depending on your needs, I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and behavioral activation. Together, we'll explore the roots of your struggles while developing practical tools for meaningful, lasting change.

I recognize that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Sometimes you may need a supportive space to talk, reflect, and process your experiences. Other times, you may benefit from more direct guidance, practical coping strategies, and tools to help you move forward. I adapt my approach to meet you where you are, balancing compassion and understanding with thoughtful exploration and encouragement.

One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my genuine curiosity about the people I work with. I believe that even the smallest details of our lives, including our interests, relationships, hobbies, and personal choices, can offer valuable insight into who we are and how our experiences have shaped us. Together, we can explore these connections in a way that helps you better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, and develop healthier patterns.

I also have a strong interest in supporting individuals experiencing reproductive and maternal mental health challenges, including pregnancy loss, infertility, and the emotional complexities of fertility treatment. I understand that these experiences can involve profound grief, uncertainty, and complicated emotions that deserve compassionate, individualized support.

Throughout my career, I have worked in college counseling, crisis intervention, community mental health, and programs supporting pregnant adolescents. I hold certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. I am also OutCare certified, reflecting my commitment to providing culturally competent, inclusive, and LGBTQ+ affirming care in a safe, welcoming, and supportive therapeutic environment.

Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending time with my family. I value lifelong learning and believe that every person's story offers an opportunity for greater understanding and connection.

Whether you're working through painful experiences, grieving a loss, or trying to understand patterns that have followed you throughout your life, you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. My goal is to provide a warm, accepting space where you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together toward healing, self-discovery, and lasting emotional well-being.