I have always had a great well of empathy for others. Understanding and appreciating how and why people do what they do has been a driving force throughout my life. Being entrusted to hear peoples’ stories and how their experiences have impacted them is a cherished privilege. My early interest in understanding and supporting others in combination with my own journey of personal growth and introspection fueled my becoming a helping professional. I studied and continue to study psychology and human behavior. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I went on to earn a Master of Arts in School Counseling from Seton Hall University.
This passion led me to my first career as a middle school counselor; which I enjoyed for 12 years. My deepest commitment within educational settings has always been providing direct support to adolescents, young adults, and families navigating challenges. I provide a pathway to unveiling barriers to success, facilitating understanding within families, and forging connections between home, school, and community as necessary. I continue to further my education, completing several doctoral psychology courses exploring a range of topics including but not limited to cultural diversity, physiological psychology, ADHD, and psychopharmacology. I also acquired a certification as a level one mindfulness clinician from Evergreen Certifications and a Family Trauma Professional Certification from the International Association of Trauma Professionals. My additional training and desire to reach out to more people with a broader range of care needs inspired me to work with a remote Intensive Outpatient Program supporting adolescents and young adults. This rewarding experience gave me the space to reflect on my true calling, direct service to others. Being a witness, guiding someone to overcome obstacles and become their most authentic, empowered self reaching goals and maximizing potential is an unparalleled joy I am grateful for everyday.