For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the hidden ways people misunderstand each other: how past experiences and unspoken assumptions shape connection, communication, and conflict.

I distinctly remember, at 6 years old, noticing some of the people in my life had different interpretations of our shared experiences, which led to miscommunication and conflict.

I remember being frustrated and thinking that if I could only know and understandwhat the other person was thinking, and why, I could bridge the gap between us.

My thinking wasn’t so eloquent back then, no, … my 6 year old brain thought mental health therapists were telepathic and actually were able to read peoples’ minds therefore understanding others better. While I later learned that wasn’t the case, that curiosity grew into a lifelong passion for helping people feel more understood in their relationships.

This passion led me to pursuing a B.A. in Psychology from Boston University followed by a Master’s in Social Work from New York University. Before opening my private practice over 10 years ago, I worked for 10+ years in inpatient psychiatry at Beth Israel Medical Center, gaining deep experience supporting people through acute emotional pain.

I spent my formative years living in London, Madrid, the Costa Brava and New York City. Along the way, I experienced a range of different environments - from co-ed and all-girls schools to religious and non-religious settings, including my freshman and sophmore years of High School at boarding school in CT. Growing up across different cities, cultures, and communities gave me an early appreciation for how much our surroundings, families, and experiences shape the way we see ourselves and the world around us.

I’ve spent most of my life since then in New York City, and I continue to draw on the city’s diversity and complexity in my work. For more than 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from a wide range of cultures, identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences, including across different sexualities and sexual orientations. These experiences have taught me to stay curious, listen closely, and meet each person as an individual rather than making assumptions about who they are or what their story should look like.

In my work, I help people untangle old patterns so they can feel more connected, communicate clearly, and build relationships that actually feel good to be in. My practice is rooted in respect, curiosity, and collaboration. I find great joy walking alongside clients as they move toward healthier relationships and more fulfilling lives.