I have been in private practice for over two decades and specialize in the treatment of trauma and dissociation. While much of my focus is on complex trauma, dissociative disorders, PTSD and/or attachment trauma, I also treat a wide range of other issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal conflicts, emotional dysregulation, parenting struggles, addictions, and challenges in life transitions (college, marriage, parenthood, aging, etc). I have also worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer from a variety of eating disorders and am particularly interested in the relationship between trauma and the development of eating disorders.  

I strongly believe that therapy is a collaborative process that requires patience and hard work but can ultimately lead to growth and change. I provide a safe and inviting space that is free of judgement and allows patients to feel comfortable talking about difficult and painful issues. I believe that a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship is the catalyst for transformation. While my theoretical orientation is primarily psychodynamic—the theory that past experiences shape present behavior and that developing self-awareness and understanding can help foster personal change—I also integrate a variety of other clinical modalities into my practice such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), clinical hypnosis, mindfulness, mentalization-based therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and somatic experiencing. I think that there is an important link between the body and the mind, and I believe that psychological distress can be reduced when people are better connected to their bodies.   

I have a dual approach to treatment: I help provide relief for symptoms or problems while also exploring the underlying meaning the symptom or behavior has for the patient. I am committed to helping my patients reduce their psychological distress so that they can ultimately live more satisfying and fulfilling lives.