Trauma Focused Therapists in Cambridge, MA

Do you feel overwhelmed when facing the obstacles in your life? Have you tried to find ways to help yourself, but no matter what you do, things are not getting better? Therapy can help you find new ways of dealing with the challenges in life that have become too much to handle alone. Every person has a reservoir of strength inside. Through compassionate, supportive therapy, you can connect to your strengths to develop new ways of dealing with problems and difficult feelings, relationships, and transitions.

I work with individuals and couples, and hope to collaborate with you to help you achieve your life goals. As a psychologist, yoga/meditation instructor, and researcher with 20+ years of experience, I know the power of relationships to be truly transformational. I hope our relationship will be a safe space for you to better understand yourself and become your most authentic and empowered self. I am also happy to support you with specific strategies to help you find relief from symptoms and deal with difficulties which come up in life and learn new avenues for growth towards increasing self-esteem, self-confidence, and mastery.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of traumatic stress and dissociation. Trauma can have a multifaceted effect on the human body and mind. Whether you are struggling with the emotional, behavioral, physiological and/or cognitive dysregulation that can often accompany traumatic stress, I can help. I have over ten years of experience treating and helping individuals impacted by symptoms associated with Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders, including but not limited to depression, dissociation, depersonalization, derealization, anxiety, a negative sense of self, and/or difficulty in relationships.

I’ve found that a key to feeling vital, ironically, is learning to feel bad: learning how to feel and accept painful feelings with less judgement, fear, and struggle.  Sometimes we grip tightly to or push away a difficult emotion, person, or an idea of what should be.  When we grip tightly or push away, we feel controlled, demoralized, and rigid.  When we stop struggling with painful memories, emotions, thoughts, and people we cannot control, we find an unexpected kind of happiness; the kind of happiness that comes of feeling all the complexities of being human with compassion, freedom, and grace.

I am a trauma-focused, strengths-based clinician with 10+ years of experience who will guide and support you throughout your therapeutic journey. I believe trust and open communication are the foundation to a strong therapeutic relationship that will help you reach your goals -- whether they be unpacking traumatic events or guiding you through a difficult period in your life. My style is direct and straight-forward combined with compassion and humor. I focus on establishing psychological safety and empowering you to create lasting positive change.

No openings at this time. In my work with clients I am dedicated to helping others find their own path to personal fulfillment. I believe each of us can expand on the ways we deal with stress and relationships. I am committed to creating a warm, interactive and compassionate therapeutic environment. I have experience treating issues of anxiety, depression, relational stress, substance abuse and trauma. This pandemic has created so many new sources of stress and hardship, while often weakening our supports and connections. I believe therapy is a comforting and effective way to focus on our self care and well being.

Psychotherapy offers more than just healing -- it can help us discover new & forgotten strengths, fortify our relationships with ourselves & others, and build satisfying lives. I believe that a trusting and collaborative relationship is at the root of all meaningful work. To that end, I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental and safe space in therapy that facilitates effective partnership between us. We will work together to help you find emotional relief, access your authentic self, cultivate meaningful & healthy relationships and to be an effective advocate for yourself.