MHC-LP

I support individuals navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma, and relationship-related challenges. My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and inclusive space where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences while building greater self-awareness, confidence, and resilience.

My work is grounded in holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. I strive to help clients feel understood, supported, and empowered as they move through healing, personal growth, and meaningful change.

Who I Support

I support:

• Those navigating anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm

• Individuals processing trauma and difficult life experiences

• People experiencing low self-esteem and identity-related concerns

• Clients navigating relationship and interpersonal challenges

• Those experiencing life transitions and seeking personal growth

I'm especially passionate about supporting individuals within BIPOC communities and creating therapy that honors each person's lived experiences, strengths, and resilience.

My Approach

My approach is client-centered and integrative, combining evidence-based practices with empathy and cultural humility. I draw from:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns

• Narrative Therapy to help clients explore and reframe their personal stories

• Mindfulness-based practices to support emotional awareness, balance, and stress management

My style is collaborative, reflective, and strengths-based. Together, we focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Education & Professional Status

• Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling – Saint Bonaventure University

• Master of Science in Law and Public Policy – California University of Pennsylvania

• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – California University of Pennsylvania

I practice under clinical supervision in accordance with New York State regulations. Ongoing supervision supports ethical, high-quality care and helps ensure you receive thoughtful, client-centered treatment while your privacy remains protected.

Outside the Therapy Room

Outside of sessions, I value spending time with loved ones and engaging in activities that support creativity, balance, and personal growth. I believe in the importance of intentional self-care and strive to bring that same grounded perspective into my work with clients.

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna – New York, New Jersey

• Aetna Medicare Advantage – New York

• Meritain Health – New York, New Jersey

• Cigna – New York, New Jersey

• Magnacare – New York

• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (formerly Empire) – New York

• Oscar (Optum) – New York, New Jersey

• United Healthcare (Optum) – New York, New Jersey

• Oxford (Optum) – New York, New Jersey

• UMR (Optum) – New York, New Jersey

• United Healthcare Medicare Advantage – New York, New Jersey

• Carelon Behavioral Health – New York, New Jersey

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

• Out-of-Network Benefits