A bit about me
I'm a clinical social worker with a passion for trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ and gender-affirming mental health care. My goal is to help you heal and thrive in your relationship with yourself and others.
I work with teenagers aged 15 and above and adults of all ages. I especially love supporting LGBTQ+ young people (and their families) in exploring their identities and navigating stress and life transitions.
I think therapy shouldn't only be a place to talk about the problems you're facing, but also a space to recognize and celebrate your strengths. I use a variety of modalities, all with a "person-centered" approach. This means that I see you as the expert in your life, and we will customize our work together to support your needs and goals.
I became a social worker in part because of my own difficulties as a young adult who struggled to find a trans therapist with availability and who took my insurance, and I wanted to help decrease that barrier for others.
I love learning about all the ways that our brains, bodies, and emotions are connected. I care about social justice, and I'm a deep listener who enjoys supporting others. I am humbly committed to antiracism, and I'm always learning about the ways we can push back against oppression on personal and institutional levels.
Who I work with:
I support teenagers (15+) young adults, and adults of all ages, with a special focus on:
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LGBTQIA+
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Gender exploration and transition
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Individuals
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Families
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Trauma
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Domestic violence / abusive or controlling relationships
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Life transitions
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Anxiety
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Depression
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ADHD
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I especially love working with LGBTQ+ young people and their families to create more understanding, resilience, and room to be fully yourself.
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I accept Aetna, BCBS, Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim, United, Optum, Allways/MGBHP, Mass General Brigham ACO, Fallon, Revere, C3, BeHealthy Partnership, MBHP, and WellSense.
My approach to therapy
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, not just to talk about the hard stuff, but also to recognize and celebrate your strengths.
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My work is person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert in your life, and we'll tailor our sessions to support your unique needs, goals, and pace. I use a variety of approaches grounded in trauma-informed care, curiosity, and active listening.
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We'll use:
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Narrative Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
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Attachment-based Therapy
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Psychoeducation
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Solution-Focused Therapy
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Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
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I care about social justice, antiracism, and creating a space where all parts of your identity are affirmed and respected. This work is personal, political, and deeply human, and I'm honored to be part of it.
Education, Certifications,
& Licensure:
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Simmons University, Boston, MA: M.S.W.
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Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) – Massachusetts
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TF-CBT Certification – Medical University‬†of South Carolina
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Counseling on Access to Lethal Means – ZERO Suicide‬†Institute