she/her/hers

Licensed In: New York

Education & Training

• Licensed Master Social Worker – New York State
• Master of Social Work – Syracuse University
• Bachelor of Social Work – Syracuse University
• Trauma Conference: The Body Keeps the Score – Trauma Healing Through the Senses with Bessel van der Kolk, MD
• Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional: Two-Day Competency Training
• Intensive Trauma Treatment Certification Workshop: EMDR, CBT, and Somatic-Based Interventions to Move Clients from Surviving to Thriving

Specialties

I specialize in providing therapeutic support to diverse populations, with particular focus on the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent individuals. My practice centers on supporting clients who have experienced trauma, manage anxiety disorders, or navigate perfectionism. I am committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting environment for individuals from all backgrounds, including those in the sex work industry. My therapeutic foundation rests on creating a non-judgmental, affirming space where healing can progress at each client’s individual pace.

Clinical Style & Theoretical Orientation

I employ a humanistic approach to therapy, integrating conversational techniques; which can create a calm, less clinical experience for those who may be experiencing therapy for the first time, or who may have had different experiences in clinical settings. At times, we utilize expressive writing, and nature-based interventions to cultivate focus; reminding clients to be in the moment, trust; working through life’s events slowly without pressure, personal growth, and emotional healing.

I believe in meeting clients where they are in their journey and collaboratively exploring various pathways toward wellness. My sessions are grounded in empathy, psychological safety, and when appropriate, humor. I work collaboratively with clients to help them develop and strengthen the version of themselves who possesses the skills to sustain a life of health, continued personal evolution, self-compassion, and resilience.

Lived Identity

• Clinician with lived experience managing ADHD and moderate OCD
• Practitioner of neurodivergent-affirming therapeutic techniques
• Personal insight into perfectionism and high-functioning anxiety
• Dedicated advocate for marginalized communities facing discrimination
• Proud identification as a Queer Latina therapist
• First-generation college graduate
• Cultural sensitivity regarding mental health stigmas across diverse communities

Personal Interests

I love to read, try new foods, watch baseball (GO YANKEES!) & football (GO BILLS!) and my most favorite thing to do is spend time with my dog DiMaggio “Gio” Joseph. We hike, walk, shop, eat, play, travel, all of the things!

Insurance

• Aetna
• Blue Cross (New York commercial plans only, accepted via Headway)
• Cigna/Evernorth
• Fidelis Care
• Meritain Health
• United/Oxford/Optum
• Out-of-network (billed through Thrizer)