ABOUT ME

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist and work with children, adolescents, and adults. My expertise in both therapy and assessment provides me with a unique perspective on underlying reasons for behaviors and appropriate research-supported interventions.

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I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at Long Island University (LIU)-Post where I received the award for highest GPA in my graduating class. My research focused on maternal mood and cognitive states during stressful parent-child interactions, propelling my interest in parent-child dynamics. Across graduate school I completed numerous placements providing psychotherapy, as well as assessment, furthering my interest in understanding brain-behavior relationships. I completed my pre-doctoral psychology internship at Mount Sinai-St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. This included a rotation within the Parent-Infant Center where I provided relationship therapy to children ages birth to five and their families to foster healthy attachment, psychotherapy to pregnant women, and developmental screenings. I also completed a rotation in the Child Outpatient Department where I worked with multi-problem youth and a pediatric neuropsychology rotation. Finally, I completed a rotation at the Comprehensive Adolescent Rehabilitation and Education Service (CARES), a therapeutic high school for adolescents struggling with emotional, behavioral, academic, and substance dependence issues.

 

Following my internship, I completed my post-doctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology at the Center for Attention and Learning at Lenox Hill Hospital. At Lenox Hill, I provided comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children with various learning, mental health, and developmental challenges, worked with lawyers and the NYC Department of Education to ensure access to appropriate educational placements and services, and provided expert testimony.

 

Subsequently, I was a clinical evaluator for the Child Mind Institute's Healthy Brain Network Research program, a landmark mental health study. In this role, I conducted mental health and learning evaluations for individuals ages 4 through 22, including Autism evaluations. I also worked at the Child Mind Institute's Autism Center where I conducted assessments of children suspected of having Autism and/or ADHD and co-occurring challenges as part of a National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) study. Over the course of this work, I completed the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) clinical and research reliability trainings. Further, I served as a clinical supervisor to trainees and staff at the Child Mind Institute and Lenox Hill Hospital, supervising assessments.

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With 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and groups across various settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and research centers, I've also honed my skills in helping people overcome anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. I've received specialized training in evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and behavioral parent training. While CBT is my primary approach, I adapt my treatment style to meet each client's unique needs and goals. In addition to my clinical work, I present in the community on topics such as parental stress, parenting an anxious child, learning and language disabilities, Autism, and neuropsychological assessment.

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Prior to graduate school, I co-founded a tutoring practice in Park Slope, Brooklyn. This helped me discover my passion for understanding children's learning profiles and needs, collaborating with families, and developing plans and supporting clients to help them thrive. I am honored by the myriad opportunities I have had to work alongside clients to help them develop greater understanding and learn actionable strategies to effect positive change across domains, including school, work, relationships, and overall life.

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Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, hiking, running, playing piano, reading, visiting art museums, and traveling. I’m also passionate about giving back and fostering strong, healthy communities. I serve on my local school district’s literacy planning committee and participate in local initiatives focused on supporting children and families in developing healthy digital habits and building resilience.