About Me
First, you should know that I feel passionate about my work. It is truly an honor to help others find the path that is healing, calming, more fulfilling or simply makes their lives feel better.
Now for the more dry but important details! I work with adults on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, academic or professional struggles, relationship conflict and family of origin issues. This dedication has fueled over 30 yrs of helping clients in schools, hospitals, mental health clinics and private practice. I work hard connecting with clients, wherever they are in their mental health journey and developing a relationship based on trust and mutual respect.
My own professional and personal journey shifted dramatically ten years ago when I became a yoga devotee. This led to an in-depth training in Subtle Yoga, a resilience based approach that focuses on slow movements to improve communication between brain and body. Now I often incorporate poses into sessions and/or suggest a home practice. Since 2018, I have lead Yoga for Anxiety - a 6wk series building resilience and improving mental health. Check it out at the Sage Yoga page.
Of course yoga isn’t for everyone, so don’t worry I won’t go overboard with eastern sayings or poses. We might simply talk and figure out what will be most helpful for you or maybe we will interweave some yoga and breathing practices into the time we spend together. I appreciate you trusting me to help you in this difficult yet pivotal time in your life.
Meet Mia!
Lastly, meet Mia! She is my 12lb Cavapoo (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle mix) who is very sweet and calm, hypoallergenic, well trained and, most importantly, loves to snuggle! Please know that she is a fixture in the office and if you don’t like dogs or have significant fears, my practice probably won’t be a fit. Of course, she is happy to sleep in my lap or in her bed if you would prefer it. Please ask me any questions or communicate your concerns before the intake appointment so our work together can go as smoothly as possible.
Qualifications
Degree: New York University, MSW 1990
Degree: Cornell University, BA 1986
License: LICSW 9850 MN
RYT200 Yoga Certification: 2018
Payment
Fees
Intake: $250
Individual/Family Therapy: $225
Insurance: BCBS - in Network, All others - OON
Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Credit Cards
*Credit Card Required on File at Intake
*Please verify your insurance coverage before your first visit – deductibles, co-pays, pre-authorization requirements, etc...