MY FOCUS:
A PLACE TO BE UNDERSTOOD
I find psychotherapy to be most effective as a means to help clarify your feelings and thoughts to understand yourself better. It’s a space to reflect, consider choices, and create direction. My non-judgmental approach combines Positive Psychology & CBT to help you develop resiliency, strength, direction, and peace.
I also see couples using the Gottman Method, and have advanced credentialing in clinical diagnosis. I am a writing educator of two decades, and as an NYU writing and arts professor over the last twelve. My warm and attentive style helps to cultivate an atmosphere of trust and exploration. Over a free phone consultation, let’s see if we are a good fit.
Types of Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
MY ADDITIONAL WORK:
Intensive Short-Term Therapy
I offer short term intensive therapy for people who may have time-sensitive issues. These may include families or partners preparing for post-inpatient treatment of a loved one, divorce, family estrangement, a child in peril, and couples planning for marriage. Unlike more conventional weekly therapy, these situations may involve more comprehensive approaches and sessions are not restricted by the typical time format. I offer a free consultation prior to engaging in short-term intensive therapy with a goal of helping you address your circumstances in the healthiest and most productive manner possible.
Education
- New York University / Post-Master's Certificate: Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- New York University / MA, Applied Psychology
- New York University / MFA, Creative Writing
- Vassar College / BA, English Literature
Issues
- Alcohol Use
- Child or Adolescent
- Coping Skills
- Dating
- Family Conflict
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mind-Body Wellness
- Oppositional Defiance
- School Issues
- Self Esteem