My Story

I am a die hard believer in the power of therapy and the therapeutic relationship. I have been in my own therapy as long as I have been a therapist myself. I also believe that lived experience is a huge asset in providing the validation and insight that is required in session. When I validate you, know that it’s because I truly understand as I have experienced it myself. I recognize the impact of intersecting identities and the role that they play in our stories. My identities including being Jewish, fat, queer and neurodivergent. Just as I am the expert on my life experiences, you are as well. I love to learn about how your identities have contributed to who you are today.

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What you can expect when you work with me

Our relationship is the key to your healing. You need to be able to trust me and feel comfortable being honest and open. My goal in every conversation we have is to make sure that you feel understood and validated. It’s important for me to be able to offer you differing perspectives as well as education to help you learn more about yourself with information that would be helpful to your healing. I encourage you to give me feedback or let me know if you don’t feel understood. I can do my job best when I understand what you need. This does not hurt my feelings, rather empowers me to provide you with the best possible treatment.

My commitment to you…..

I trust you explicitly to be the expert on yourself. No one knows you the way you know yourself and I will follow your lead in working on whatever is most important to you.

My education and experience

I earned a BA in Psychology and a Master’s of Social Work both from The Ohio State University. I am a licensed independent social worker as well as a Clinical Hypnotherapist. I have worked in addictions, pediatric mental health, community mental health and hospital social work. The diversity of my background has laid a foundation for being able to provide competent, holistic care.

What areas do I serve?

I am licensed in both Ohio and Florida and am able to see you if you live in either of these states