Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- Child
- Adolescent/Teen
- Group
- Medication Management
About My Clients
I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns they do not fully understand, whether that shows up as anxiety, conflict, or emotional reactivity. Many are high-functioning but overwhelmed internally and looking for clarity rather than quick fixes. Using a message-centered approach, we focus on understanding what your emotions and behaviors are communicating so we can resolve issues at their root and create lasting change.
My Background and Approach
I am the founder of Advanced Psychology Institute, a clinical and research practice focused on contemporary psychotherapy, including Message Centered Psychology. With over 20 years of experience, an MSW from Adelphi University, and a doctorate in science, I bring a structured and research-informed approach to therapy. My work focuses on understanding the meaning behind emotions, behaviors, and interpersonal patterns. Instead of only reducing symptoms, we look at what these patterns are communicating and how they function in real situations. This allows for more precise and lasting change. I have experience working with anxiety, mood disorders, relationship conflict, anger management, substance use, and personality-related patterns across individuals, couples, and families.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe therapy should go beyond surface level support. Emotions carry meaning and reflect underlying dynamics that need to be understood rather than ignored. I value clarity, directness, and thoughtful analysis. When clients understand what their emotions and reactions are communicating, they gain more control over their decisions, relationships, and direction in life. You do not need to be sick to seek help. Therapy can be a space for clarity, growth, and better understanding of yourself, not just crisis management. I approach therapy as a collaborative and respectful process, where the goal is not just to reduce symptoms, but to help clients develop deeper awareness and lasting change.