Making the decision to start therapy is one the best gifts you can give yourself. That might sound a bit cliché, but giving yourself permission to focus on your own needs and discover more about yourself can be an incredible process. This is especially true if perhaps you’ve gotten used to putting the needs of others first, by being a caregiver to a parent or family member who may be struggling with a physical or mental illness or substance misuse. Learning to put the focus back on yourself and figuring out what gives you happiness and fulfillment is one the many ways that a good therapeutic relationship can enrich your life.

Before receiving my MSW at Columbia University, I worked for over a decade in advertising. Since then, I have supported people of all ages and backgrounds therapeutically. My broad professional experience has given me the skills to help you better explore what contributes to your own sense of self, identity, and life’s purpose and how to make change happen.

If you’re anxious about starting therapy and opening up to a new person, please know that these are valid feelings. But exploring your experiences and vulnerabilities in a supportive environment is the best way to heal. Each of us has a unique life journey and a unique story to tell. If you’d like me to join you on your therapeutic journey, please reach out.