I have trained in a number of therapy modalities (interpersonal psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, coaching), and use an eclectic and flexible approach which takes into account the particular client and their goals. I am the co-director of the Artist Program at the William Alanson White Institute, where I also serve as director of referrals for their Sexual Abuse Service. Other areas of specialization are financial therapy and executive coaching and leadership development. I do consulting work with financial firms and planners, as well as executives and other professionals going through career transitions, or looking to improve their work performance.

I have experience with adults of all ages dealing with relationship issues, struggles with life goals, depression and anxiety. I actively and empathically support each person as we explore their experience of themselves and their relationships with others. By gaining more understanding of past AND present influences on your life, new choices become available.

I start with listening and seek to cultivate a perspective that enlivens, enlightens and unburdens. I use a contemporary psychoanalytic approach founded in curiosity and collaboration to address problems relating to trauma, depression, anxiety or self-esteem that can undermine ones ability to thrive interpersonally, creatively, sexually or professionally. Whether it's a life-change, a daily struggle to find meaning, creative blocks, feeling frustrated with the quality of relationships or something else, I will meet you there. Through listening and an on-going, in-depth dialogue, we will explore internal experience and how it impacts relating to others.

Therapy can be a space to expand your sense of yourself. While a specific problem may bring you to therapy, I believe that my patients are often helped by gaining insight into (and ultimately, mastery over) long-standing patterns in their relationships, feelings, or behaviors. This approach helps to create lasting change. I work with children, adolescents, and adults who have a variety of concerns, some of which include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, or a vague sense of being disconnected from oneself. I am LGBTQ-affirming and have experience working with LGBTQ and gender-expansive individuals.

Thank you for stopping by. You probably already know that most people find relationships challenging especially the romantic, intimate, sexual kind. Perhaps you're frustrated, discouraged, disappointed and resentful about it all. Perhaps you feel burdened or obligated by your relationship. Or perhaps you feel a whole bunch of lacks; lack of love, lack of affection, lack of connection, lack of warmth, lack of sex etc... Regardless of the particular relationship challenge or challenges you might be facing, I can help.

Having performed worldwide with the Spin Doctors as well as having worked as a music producer at Clive Davis’ label, achieving Gold Record status, gave me insight to the pressures and stress that come with being an artist in a business environment.

The decision to start therapy takes courage, and it is through courage and through a reliable therapeutic relationship that we will build your strengths, your power to heal, a sense of autonomy and control, and your own voice.

Societal norms today often inaccurately inform us that asking for help or being vulnerable is a sign of weakness. As a result, many of us tend to get “stuck” in dynamics that just aren't working for us. In the words of Brene Brown, “vulnerability is not weakness, it is our greatest measure of courage”. Therapy success rates are often dictated by the 'ideal client-therapist fit'. Whatever your concern is, let’s talk it through and see if we are a good fit to collaboratively work through the challenges that you are facing. No issue is insignificant enough for therapy if it is taking away from your joy and quality of living.

I am a psychologist practicing near Columbus Circle. I work with a range of adults, including college and graduate students, working professionals, and individuals with chronic health issues. Many of the individuals I work with are seeking greater self-understanding; a more integrated sense of identity; or greater means of coping with traumatic events, loss, or difficult life stressors.

Research repeatedly shows that the primary "active ingredient" in successful treatment is the client-therapist alliance. As Chief Psychologist for New York State prisons, I forged working alliances with some very difficult individuals - individuals in pain, with pasts riddled by traumatic experiences, confused and bewildered about how to grow in a grim and restrictive environment. As a therapist for Yale University students and staff, I also helped first-timers feel at home and productive in treatment. Therapy is about creating space for an exploration into what was once an adaptive coping mechanism, but has, over time, become maladaptive.

I most frequently work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. Common goals of therapy include boosting self-worth and assertiveness skills; improving communication, connection, & intimacy in relationships; developing strong coping mechanisms for managing worrry, angst, sadness and self-doubt; clarifying and surmounting personal and life goals (i.e., forming meaningful relationships, career acceleration, improved health) and mastering life transitions (i.e., new parenthood, job change, relationship break-up, retirement). Therapy with me is highly engaging and collaborative.

Specialties: Couples & Families, postpartum moms, emotional support animal, and supervision support. As a trained individual, couples and family therapist, I believe working from a relational approach helps people to gain insight and understanding into the root of the problem. With increased understanding, you have the ability to work on the problems. This can increase confidence, level of happiness and help you to have more satisfying relationships with those around you.

Have you been feeling stuck? Have the stresses and pains of life gotten too difficult to navigate alone? Do you ever feel lost and alone? Are the relationships you hold dear bringing more distress than comfort and joy? Have you tried over and over to "fix" the problem areas of your life but nothing has ever seemed to work? If any of these are true for you, don't lose hope. You are not broken. Sometimes, the struggles of life get too heavy to bear alone. Together we will uncover the strength within you to not only withstand what life throws at you, but to enjoy your life as well.

I am a psychotherapist in private practice in Manhattan and also work as a counselor with the Department of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai specializing in addiction treatment. I have had several years of experience working with a diverse population with varied concerns in both inpatient and outpatient settings and completed my training at Columbia University. I am there to listen and work with you on whatever goals you have including long-term recovery, social anxiety, depression, feelings of loneliness, or if you simply want to become mindful and have more insight into your life.

Relationships are often difficult, challenging and sometimes a source of great frustration. But there is really good news. At the end of the day, there is really only one significant problem in most relationships and there is actually a way of changing that. If you would like to access my free webinar on this problem and a simple practice that is easy to implement, just click on the link below!

Have you been having a hard time? Are you dealing with sadness, worry, loneliness, stress, loss, or relationship problems? Have questions about your sexuality or gender identity? It is always hard asking for help, and even more so when searching for a stranger to confide in and rely on. I understand the anxiety that goes along with this process for you and will do everything I can to make it as comfortable as possible. I also recognize that everyone's financial situation is different and so fees are set according to your current circumstances.

How can you become your best self? Whether you are a couple seeking the best version of your relationship, a professional looking to sharpen your skillset, or an individual seeking to awaken your most authentic self, my work is custom-tailored to guide you in calibrating your mind towards authenticity, joy, excitement, and love.