Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in New York

I graduated from the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program at the University at Albany in 2020. I completed my internship at Veterans Affairs (VA) Boston HealthCare System, where I received specialized training in substance use treatment, trauma-focused therapies, and psychological treatments for health issues such as insomnia, chronic pain, smoking cessation, and weight loss. Following my internship, I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, where I continued to focus on specialized treatment for PTSD and substance use disorders, as well as psychological assessment. Since finishing my training, I have worked in a primary care clinic, providing mental health treatment to veterans for a wide range of presenting concerns.

In addition to my clinical work, I am actively engaged in research. My published papers have focused on substance use (specifically marijuana, alcohol, and nicotine) and associated diagnosis such as PTSD. My current projects aim to understand the perceptions and knowledge of both patients and mental health providers on psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) and the role of artificial intelligence in the mental health field.

I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and a psychotherapist, and in recent years, my practice has evolved to focus on the issues of females throughout the life cycle. I treat females ages 16-70 and male adolescents with anorexia nervosa.

I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). I received my education from Adelphi University and completed my graduate degree with a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling.

My post graduate trajectory as a mental health counselor began at a community-based substance abuse treatment center. In this setting, I provided treatment to a diverse clientele of children, families, individuals, and the mandated population. This challenging experience shaped me into a devoted and compassionate clinician who understands that emotion must be expressed through healthy behaviors and not avoided through maladaptive habits.

Graduated from Northwestern University with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I work with CBT, ACT, from a Psychodynamic background.

I believe that peace does not come from your surroundings—it comes from within. It is something you can learn to build and strengthen.

My role is to support and guide you through life’s ups and downs, helping you stay grounded along the way. Whether you are managing ongoing challenges such as Bipolar Disorder or OCD, or going through a difficult and overwhelming season, I am here to help you regain a sense of control and joy.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, creating a safe and supportive space where healing and growth can take place.