Title
LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Description
SERVICES
Integrating psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, cognitive, and harm reduction approaches, I have been working since 2005 with individuals of all genders and sexual orientations.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults and children, with a specialization in issues relating to sex, sexuality, gender, and relationships. I work with couples in diverse relationships and am a Certified EFT Couples Therapist.
ABOUT ME
I have been a practicing psychotherapist since 2005 and have worked in hospital inpatient units, community based mental health, outpatient clinics, and private practice. I integrate psychodynamic, mindfulness, harm reduction, and cognitive approaches to psychotherapy. My background in social justice organizing informs my clinical work.
Integrating psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, cognitive, and harm reduction approaches, I have been working since 2005 with individuals of all genders and sexual orientations.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults and children, with a specialization in issues relating to sex, sexuality, gender, and relationships. I work with couples in diverse relationships and am a Certified EFT Couples Therapist.
ABOUT ME
I have been a practicing psychotherapist since 2005 and have worked in hospital inpatient units, community based mental health, outpatient clinics, and private practice. I integrate psychodynamic, mindfulness, harm reduction, and cognitive approaches to psychotherapy. My background in social justice organizing informs my clinical work.
Country
United States
Region
New York
City
Brooklyn
Address
44 Court Street
Specialties
PRACTICE FOCUS:
Adults and adolescents with a wide array of concerns
Couples/relationship therapy aimed at fostering secure attachment
Children and their families around issues of gender identity and gender diversity (Ages 3+, Pre-Teens/Teens)
Adults and adolescents with a wide array of concerns
Couples/relationship therapy aimed at fostering secure attachment
Children and their families around issues of gender identity and gender diversity (Ages 3+, Pre-Teens/Teens)
Issues
Transgender & Gender-Expansive Children
When your child shares with you that they have questions about their gender, it can be an overwhelming time for families. Sometimes a child's gender journey is clear, sometimes it winds down a twisting road.
I WORK WITH YOU, YOUR CHILD, AND ANY ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERS (SIBLINGS, GRANDPARENTS, ETC.) TO BEST SUPPORT YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR CHILD THROUGH THE JOURNEY TO AN AUTHENTIC, RESILIENT SELF. I WORK WITH CHILDREN AGES 3 AND UP.
My involvement, connection, and commitment to transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender-diverse communities proudly dates back several decades.
There are many wonderful sources of information and support available for families entering the transgender/non-binary/gender-diverse communities.
When your child shares with you that they have questions about their gender, it can be an overwhelming time for families. Sometimes a child's gender journey is clear, sometimes it winds down a twisting road.
I WORK WITH YOU, YOUR CHILD, AND ANY ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERS (SIBLINGS, GRANDPARENTS, ETC.) TO BEST SUPPORT YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR CHILD THROUGH THE JOURNEY TO AN AUTHENTIC, RESILIENT SELF. I WORK WITH CHILDREN AGES 3 AND UP.
My involvement, connection, and commitment to transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender-diverse communities proudly dates back several decades.
There are many wonderful sources of information and support available for families entering the transgender/non-binary/gender-diverse communities.
Types of Therapy
Choosing to begin psychotherapy can feel overwhelming for many people. With time, dedication, additional tools, and a supportive relationship, new options emerge for greater personal well-being and improved interpersonal relationships.
I bring extensive training, compassion, and a sense of humor to the work of personal transformation.
OUR BEHAVIORS AND CHOICES HAVE MEANING: IN ORDER TO CHANGE WHAT IS NOT WORKING, IT HELPS TO UNDERSTAND THE OFTEN OUTDATED EMOTIONAL LOGIC GUIDING US. TOGETHER, WE WILL WORK TO UNDERSTAND UNDERLYING DISTRESSING SYMPTOMS AND ESTABLISH NEW PERSONAL AND RELATIONAL PATTERNS.
Integrating a psychodynamic, attachment, cognitive, and mindfulness approaches, I work in a collaborative and engaged manner.
MANY PEOPLE STRUGGLE WITH HARSH SELF-CRITICISM. LEARNING TO SOFTEN THIS INTERNAL CRITIC IS POSSIBLE, AND IS LIFE-CHANGING.
My priority is to ensure that our relationship feels right for you and to help you identify additional resources whenever necessary.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION INCLUDE:
DEPRESSION, FEELINGS OF WORTHLESSNESS & HOPELESSNESS
ANXIETY
TRAUMA
SELF-JUDGMENT
SUBSTANCE USE/ADDICTION
DYSREGULATED BEHAVIORS
BOUNDARY SETTING
ANGER
INTERPERSONAL AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
RELATIONSHIP CONCERNS
SEXUALITY
GENDER IDENTITY/ GENDER DIVERSITY
SEX
COMING OUT
HIV-RELATED CONCERNS
NON-TRADITIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
DYNAMICS OF OPPRESSION AND PRIVILEGE
I bring extensive training, compassion, and a sense of humor to the work of personal transformation.
OUR BEHAVIORS AND CHOICES HAVE MEANING: IN ORDER TO CHANGE WHAT IS NOT WORKING, IT HELPS TO UNDERSTAND THE OFTEN OUTDATED EMOTIONAL LOGIC GUIDING US. TOGETHER, WE WILL WORK TO UNDERSTAND UNDERLYING DISTRESSING SYMPTOMS AND ESTABLISH NEW PERSONAL AND RELATIONAL PATTERNS.
Integrating a psychodynamic, attachment, cognitive, and mindfulness approaches, I work in a collaborative and engaged manner.
MANY PEOPLE STRUGGLE WITH HARSH SELF-CRITICISM. LEARNING TO SOFTEN THIS INTERNAL CRITIC IS POSSIBLE, AND IS LIFE-CHANGING.
My priority is to ensure that our relationship feels right for you and to help you identify additional resources whenever necessary.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION INCLUDE:
DEPRESSION, FEELINGS OF WORTHLESSNESS & HOPELESSNESS
ANXIETY
TRAUMA
SELF-JUDGMENT
SUBSTANCE USE/ADDICTION
DYSREGULATED BEHAVIORS
BOUNDARY SETTING
ANGER
INTERPERSONAL AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS
RELATIONSHIP CONCERNS
SEXUALITY
GENDER IDENTITY/ GENDER DIVERSITY
SEX
COMING OUT
HIV-RELATED CONCERNS
NON-TRADITIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
DYNAMICS OF OPPRESSION AND PRIVILEGE
Sliding Scale
Yes
School
Education
PhD, Clinical Psychology, Long Island University-Brooklyn
Licensed in New York State
Certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
WPATH Certified Member
Certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
Post-graduate certification, Trauma Studies Program, Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy
Post-graduate certification, Center for Group Studies in modern analytic group psychotherapy
MSW, Hunter College School of Social Work
MA, History of Science, Harvard University
PhD, Clinical Psychology, Long Island University-Brooklyn
Licensed in New York State
Certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
WPATH Certified Member
Certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy
Post-graduate certification, Trauma Studies Program, Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy
Post-graduate certification, Center for Group Studies in modern analytic group psychotherapy
MSW, Hunter College School of Social Work
MA, History of Science, Harvard University
Qualifications & Credentials
Member
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA), World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), American Psychological Association (APA), The International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT).
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA), World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), American Psychological Association (APA), The International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT).
Reference Number
ID169677
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