A woman with long wavy hair smiling with her eyes closed, in black and white.

A bit about me.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in both Virginia and New York. Beyond my formal education, I’ve pursued extensive training and multiple certifications—because I love research and learning. (Yes, I’m that kind of person.)

So, what kind of certifications?

I’m a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP), which means I support clients through nutrition and natural approaches to mental health.

I’m an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) with specialized training in neuroaffirming ADHD and autism assessment, as well as parent coaching. I also happen to be raising neurodivergent kids myself—so if you're a parent needing support, I actually get it.

I have advanced training in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy because working with expanded states of consciousness is an area I find both personally and professionally fascinating. I’m trained in EMDR because it works, and in the Gottman Method (Levels 1 and 2) because they have decades of research to back their methods supporting couples. I’m also a registered yoga instructor, which supports my integrative, mind-body approach to care. And yes—I’m probably reading a new book or taking another training as you read this.

A bit about my approach.

I do not subscribe to any one approach. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is my approach. I blend tools and perspectives based on your goals and needs. My practice is LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming, BIPOC-supportive, and welcoming to individuals from all backgrounds. My approach is non-judgmental and non-pathologizing. Whether you're seeking support with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, my practice is rooted in the belief that you already carry the wisdom you need—my role is just to help you reconnect with it.

(Also, full disclosure: I cannot smile with my eyes open in photos. We all have our things.)

A bit more about my practice.

  • My primary treatment specialties include ADHD and autism, substance use and addiction—including alcohol abuse—parenting challenges, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience treating anxiety, behavioral concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, and other mood disorders. My work includes helping individuals heal from trauma, including both Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (CPTSD). Additionally, I offer support for women’s issues, including pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum transitions. I also work with individuals navigating divorce, life changes, low self-esteem, chronic stress, and family conflict.

  • I don’t adhere strictly to a single treatment modality or approach. Instead, I draw from a blend of evidence-based psychological perspectives and theories, all grounded in a deep respect for the mind-body connection. As a social worker, I don’t treat just pathologies—I work with the whole person, considering the broader context of their life, including time, place, family structure, and personal history. At the heart of my practice is a holistic approach.

    I also value wisdom that extends beyond what is currently validated by science, recognizing that some forms of knowledge, insight, and healing may precede scientific understanding. While diagnostic labels can be useful, they are not my primary focus. Instead, I prioritize your unique goals—whether that’s gaining deeper self-understanding, experiencing relief from symptoms, or creating meaningful change.

    Some of the theoretical approaches and modalities I integrate into my work include:

    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

    Emotionally Focused Therapy

    Existential Therapy

    Feminist Therapy

    The Gottman Method

    Harm Reduction

    Humanistic Psychology

    Mindfulness Approaches

    Positive Psychology

    Psychodynamic Therapy

    Psychoanalytic Theory

    Somatic Approaches

  • I'm currently deepening my study of psychoanalysis and developing a group program for parents, designed to help them become effective friendship coaches for children with ADHD. In addition, I'm working toward becoming a clinical supervisor, with the goal of supporting social workers on their path to licensure.

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