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About Me

I understand what it's like to navigate significant life transitions. After spending a decade as a licensed social worker in New York, I relocated to London in 2022 - an experience that has deepened my appreciation for the courage it takes to rebuild your life in a new place, adapt to unfamiliar systems, and maintain your sense of self through change.

My Background

I earned my Master's in Social Work from Columbia University and spent ten years practicing as a clinical social worker in New York, where I worked with individuals and couples facing anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and the pressures of high-achievement cultures. I'm currently completing a MA in Advanced Clinical Practice through Middlesex University at The Minster Centre in London and am registered as a UKCP trainee, bringing my years of clinical experience into this next phase of professional development.

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​​​​​How I Work

I believe therapy should be as unique as you are. I draw from multiple evidence-based approaches - including EMDR for trauma processing, Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical strategies, Internal Family Systems, and attachment-focused relational therapy - to create treatment tailored to your specific needs and goals. For couples, I integrate The Gottman Method and Emotions Focused Therapy to help partners build stronger connections and navigate conflict more effectively.

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As a trained yoga teacher, I also incorporate mindfulness and somatic practices into my work. I believe healing happens not just through talking, but through reconnecting with the wisdom of your body. Whether that means using breathwork to manage anxiety, exploring how emotions show up physically, or integrating movement into our sessions, I help clients develop a more embodied sense of wellbeing.

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Throughout my work, I maintain a trauma-informed lens, meaning I understand how past experiences shape present patterns, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for exploration and healing.

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Who I Work With

My practice focuses on individuals and couples who are navigating complexity - whether that's adjusting to life in a new country, managing the demands of high-pressure careers, struggling with perfectionism, working through self-esteem challenges, or building relationships across cultural differences. I particularly enjoy working with:

  • Immigrants and expats adjusting to new cultures and identities

  • Working professionals and high achievers dealing with burnout, anxiety, or imposter syndrome

  • Individuals exploring perfectionism and self-worth

  • Intercultural and interracial couples navigating the complexity of blended backgrounds

 

A Bit About Me

Outside the therapy room, you'll find me seeking out mountains whenever possible, practicing yoga, hiking, and playing tennis, drinking coffee, cooking, and reading fiction. These practices remind me of the importance of challenge, restoration, and staying curious - values I bring into my clinical work.

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Working Together

I'm here to help you build insight, develop new skills, and move toward the life you want. Whether you're processing past trauma, improving your relationships, or simply trying to feel more like yourself, I'm committed to meeting you where you are with warmth, expertise, and genuine care.

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Education

2025 - current

MA in Advanced Clinical Practice

Middlesex University | The Minster Centre, London UK

2014-2016

Masters of Social Work

Columbia University, New York NY

2007 - 2011

BA in Behavioral Science
Drew University, Madison NJ

Specialized postgraduate training in psychodynamic and integrative psychotherapy, emphasizing relational approaches, clinical theory, and therapeutic practice.

Concentration in Advanced Generalist Practice and Programming and specialization in Child, Youth and Family studies - providing comprehensive clinical training in therapeutic interventions across the lifespan with particular expertise in working with children, adolescents, and family systems.

Focus in psychology, sociology, and cultural anthropology - providing foundational knowledge in human behavior, psychology, research methods, and social sciences.

Training & Certifications

Somatic Couples Therapy                                                                                           January 2025

                                                                                                                             Jordan Dann, Psychoanalyst, PC

 

EMDR Basic Training Certification                                                                                August 2022

The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy                                                                   Deany Laliotis, LICSW

 

Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy                                                                    January 2022

The Cognitive Behavioral Institute                                                                                 Dr. Alissa Jerud, PhD.

 

Be Body Positive Training for Treatment Providers                                                             December 2021

The Body Positive Institute

 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia                                                                    November 2021

Professional Education Systems Institute                                                                         Dr. Colleen Carney PhD & Dr. Meg Danforth PhD

 

Strategies for Compassion Fatigue Prevention and Professional Resiliency                            October 2021

Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP) Intensive                                              Dr. J Eric Gentry, PhD.​

 

Treating Complex Trauma: Beyond Competency                                                            September 2021

Evergreen Certifications/Professional Education Systems Institute                                       Linda Curran BCPC, LPC, CACD, CCDPD

 

Healing from the Bottom Up: A Session with Peter Levine                                                 April 2021

Somatic Experiencing Training, Psychotherapy Networker                                                Dr. Peter Levine, MD

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The Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Lvls 1 & 2 Certification                                   March 2021

The Gottman Institute

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Intersectional Clinical Practice w/ Diverse LGBTQ+ Populations                                        March 2020 

Columbia University School of Social Work                                                                  Sara Matsuzaka, LCSW

 

Opioids, Addiction Treatment, and the Impact on Children and Families                             November 2019 

Yeshiva University Wurzweiler School of Social Work

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