Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
About My Clients
I work best with people who are thoughtful, self-aware, and feeling stuck in complicated situations. Many of my clients struggle with substance use or are worried about a loved one’s use. Others come in around questions of identity, relationships, family conflict, or work stress. You may not be sure what the “right” answer is—only that what you’ve tried so far hasn’t worked. I help people slow things down, think clearly, and move forward without shame or oversimplification.
My Background and Approach
I’m a licensed psychologist with extensive experience helping individuals and families navigate substance use, identity concerns, and high-conflict or emotionally charged situations. I previously worked at the Center for Motivation and Change, where I was trained in evidence-based approaches that emphasize empathy, autonomy, and practical change. My style is collaborative, direct, and grounded. I won’t rush you toward conclusions or impose a framework that doesn’t fit. Instead, we’ll work to understand what’s happening, clarify your values, and experiment with new ways of responding—both internally and in your relationships. I draw from Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other research-supported approaches, without burying you in jargon. Therapy with me is about thinking more flexibly, acting more intentionally, and getting out of your own way.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe people are more than their worst moments, habits, or labels. I don’t believe shame creates lasting change—clarity, connection, and agency do. I value curiosity over certainty and try to hold complexity rather than collapse it into simple answers. I’m queer and Jewish, and much of my work has focused on helping people navigate identity, minority stress, and belonging—especially when different parts of the self feel in tension. I care deeply about keeping families connected while still promoting accountability and growth. I also believe seriousness and humor are not opposites; thoughtful work can still leave room for warmth and humanity.