Therapy for Teens and Adults
in New Haven County and Fairfield County
Healing Starts Here
Warm and personalized evidence-based therapy
to help you navigate life’s challenges, strengthen your
emotional well-being, and live a more fulfilling life.
In-person therapy for individuals in New Haven County and Fairfield County.
Online therapy for individuals throughout most states, making high-quality, evidence-based care accessible, confidential, and convenient—wherever you are.
Struggling with overwhelming emotions?
Unwanted thoughts?
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to cope with life’s challenges?
You are not alone. I help teens, adults, and families navigate intense emotions, distressing thoughts, trauma, and difficult relationships to feel more in control, resilient, and confident.
I am a Harvard- and Emory-trained licensed clinical psychologist with advanced training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I work with adolescents, adults, and families who are motivated to learn how to better manage their emotions, behaviors, and relationships. We focus on making sense of what’s happening (internally and externally) and identifying emotional and behavioral patterns. We build skills to cope with intense emotions, better understand thoughts, and improve relationships.
I also work with parents who are seeking support with navigating the challenges of parenting and family life, whether you are expecting or adjusting to life with a new baby, navigating developmental changes, or working through challenging family dynamics with adolescents and young adults. I provide guidance on how to manage emotions, respond more effectively to your child, reduce conflict, and develop a more connected family environment.
Additionally, I offer family therapy sessions to family members who are interested in practicing their communication skills together, with support.
Therapy can feel intimidating, especially when life is already stressful. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, emotionally safe therapy space that is affirming of all backgrounds, genders, and sexual identities. My approach as a therapist is compassionate, collaborative, and structured. It is important that my patients feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring difficult issues.
Please reach out with any questions or if you would like to talk about whether therapy with me feels right for you.
Areas of Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
Self-Harm
Suicidal Ideation
Self-Loathing
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Emotion Dysregulation
Relationship Issues
Parenting
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Stress and Burnout
Balancing Parenthood, Career, and Self-Care
Prenatal Depression
Prenatal Anxiety
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum OCD
Perinatal Trauma
Birth Trauma
Adjustment to Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Parenthood
My Approach
Therapy is a collaborative process that begins with feeling understood. Many individuals come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they want to change but aren’t always sure how to move forward. Together, we work to better understand these patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful changes that support greater emotional well-being and more fulfilling relationships.
My approach to therapy balances insight and action. I value taking time to explore your experiences, emotions, relationships, and the ways your past may influence your present, while also focusing on practical tools that can help you feel better and make changes in your daily life. My primary approaches are DBT and CBT. I integrate other evidence-based approaches as needed, as I personalize therapy based on each individual's symptoms, experiences, and goals.
I strive to create a therapy environment that feels warm, genuine, and accepting while also being thoughtful, engaged, and direct. I believe meaningful therapy happens when you feel safe enough to be honest, curious enough to explore new perspectives, and supported as you work toward change. I see the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for growth, healing, and self-understanding.
My goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your ability to navigate challenges, and build the skills needed to create a life that feels more balanced, connected, and fulfilling.
Services
Individual Therapy
Parent Support
Family Therapy
Training and Credentials
Licenses/Interstate Compact:
Connecticut
Massachusetts
PSYPACT
Degrees:
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Emory University — Atlanta, GA
BA in Psychology
Williams College — Williamstown, MA
Predoctoral Internship:
Child and Adolescent Mood Program
Emory University School of Medicine — Atlanta, GA
Postdoctoral Fellowship:
3East Intensive Adolescent DBT Residential Program
McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School — Belmont, MA
Professional Experience:
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Emory University School of Medicine — Atlanta, GA
Staff Psychologist and Instructor in Psychology
McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School — Belmont, MA
Your Questions, Answered
I am not in-network with any insurance companies, but some plans may offer partial reimbursement for out-of-network therapy. If you would like to use out-of-network benefits, you can verify your coverage by calling the member services number on your insurance card and asking about your plan’s out-of-network mental health benefits. I can provide a detailed receipt (often called a superbill) with the information you will need to submit a claim.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide in-person therapy in Guilford, Connecticut. I offer services for individuals across the Connecticut shoreline, and New Haven and Fairfield counties, including Guilford, Branford, Madison, Clinton, Killingworth, Westbrook, Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, New London, Groton, New Haven, Milford, Orange, Woodbridge, Hamden, Wallingford, Fairfield, Westport, Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Stamford, Greenwich, and more.
Do you offer in-person therapy?
In what states do you offer virtual therapy?
I offer online therapy for individuals in Connecticut, Massachusetts and PSYPACT-participating states, including, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
What can I expect after I reach out to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation call?
After I hear from you, I will follow up promptly to coordinate a time for us to speak over the phone to discuss your needs and how I can support you. This initial conversation is an opportunity for us to briefly discuss what brings you to therapy, what you are hoping to work on, and whether my approach and areas of expertise are a good fit for you.
I will also answer any questions you may have about the therapy process, scheduling, fees, and what to expect from treatment. If we decide that working together feels right, we will schedule an initial appointment.
Ready to get started with therapy?
To schedule an initial complimentary call, please complete the form below or reach out by email or phone. I will follow up promptly to coordinate a time for us to discuss your needs and how I can support you.
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