I was born and raised in The Bronx of New York City, started my secondary education at  St. John's University in Queens where I received my Bachelor's Degree of Science in Human Services.  I continued my education at Virginia Commonwealth University, and completed my Master's of Social Work from Fordham University, Lincoln Center Campus.   Before starting this practice in 2021, I worked in different settings such as emergency rooms, nursing homes, outpatient mental health centers, & ran day to day operations of community mental health centers and federal qualified health centers. 

 

I have been working in this field for 28 years.  As I have been told, I am approachable & welcoming.  I worked with individuals of ages 5 & up, including families, groups and couples.  I utilize clinical interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Problem Solving Treatment, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Meaning-Centered Grief Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method for couples, & Play Therapy with children.