I believe in an integrative and holistic approach to therapy (healing mind, body and spirit). In my past work, I have had an opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults and families of diverse racial/ethnic/national backgrounds, sexual/affectional orientations, gender and gender non-conforming identities, physical and mental abilities, languages, religious/spiritual beliefs, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I feel I am able to connect with others because I practice and teach trauma informed approaches, whether it's through art, yoga or movement. I believe in creating an inclusive environment for clients and their families to feel welcomed and secure.
I attended Columbia University for my undergraduate degree in Art History and Visual Arts. After graduating, I discovered that I could combine my passion for art and helping others. I pursued a Masters in Psychology at Phillips Graduate Institute and completed the MFT and Art Therapy program. Most of my experience has been working with individuals ages 5-25. I have extensive experience working with primarily at-risk youth, young adults, children and families struggling with homelessness, domestic violence, substance use, depression, anxiety, and other behavioral issues. I also have experience with crisis counseling and working with youth struggling with suicidal ideation, self-harm, and LGBTQ issues.
I am a registered Art Therapist with the American Art Therapy Association. I am a 200-hour certified yoga teacher and like to incorporate trauma informed yoga interventions to address trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, which is an experiential and client centered treatment that draws from various theoretical orientations and assists in directly addressing trauma and other mental health conditions.
I provide services in English and Spanish.
Areas of Expertise: Children, Teens, Young Adults, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma.
I attended Columbia University for my undergraduate degree in Art History and Visual Arts. After graduating, I discovered that I could combine my passion for art and helping others. I pursued a Masters in Psychology at Phillips Graduate Institute and completed the MFT and Art Therapy program. Most of my experience has been working with individuals ages 5-25. I have extensive experience working with primarily at-risk youth, young adults, children and families struggling with homelessness, domestic violence, substance use, depression, anxiety, and other behavioral issues. I also have experience with crisis counseling and working with youth struggling with suicidal ideation, self-harm, and LGBTQ issues.
I am a registered Art Therapist with the American Art Therapy Association. I am a 200-hour certified yoga teacher and like to incorporate trauma informed yoga interventions to address trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, which is an experiential and client centered treatment that draws from various theoretical orientations and assists in directly addressing trauma and other mental health conditions.
I provide services in English and Spanish.
Areas of Expertise: Children, Teens, Young Adults, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma.