I like to infuse my work with clients with a healthy sense of humor, and a realistic, goal oriented approach to therapy!

I started out treating adolescent girls with behavioral and emotional issues, and worked intensively on assisting their families as well. I am also a certified Rape Crisis Counselor by the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center, where I served as an individual and group therapist, as well as a medical advocate for survivors of rape. Abortion issues are another specialty that I help women with. My expertise in this area stems from many years in abortion services with the Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts. In this arena, I also developed an interest in treating postpartum issues for women who have not only given birth, but have miscarried or needed to end their pregnancy.

I received a certificate in Mindfulness and Psychotherapy from the Institute of Meditation and Psychotherapy in May 2009. During this intensive program, I learned how to effectively incorporate some of the core principles of Buddhism and mindfulness into my work with clients! This certificate program blended weekly teachings with retreat practices and daily meditation. The philosophies of mindfulness and insight meditation often help clients that are feeling anxious and depressed. These philosophies enable them to gain some distance from their intense emotions and to learn to tolerate their feelings from a place of peace. 

Brené Brown, Ph.D. has been a huge influence on my work with clients, and I've completed the national training for

The Daring Way ™ facilitator program.  I'm a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator.  

I am a strong believer in utilizing Relational Cultural Theory. The mainstay of this theory is that we, as human beings, all yearn to be connected. It is our disconnection which keeps us isolated and unhappy. Repairing this disconnection through the therapeutic relationship is part of creating a unique healing experience for you. I also believe in using the power of our stories as women through a theory called Narrative Therapy. Narrative therapy recognizes that just telling your story is a healing experience-and that the telling of this story can be used to create positive changes in your life.  I'm trained in the specialized somatic methods of both Brainspotting and the Emotional Freedom Technique, which can be useful in overcoming trauma. Overall, therapy is an interactive relationship that will build on the strengths you currently possess to make the changes you need in your life.

I've also been extensively trained on perinatal and postpartum mood issues and the "art of holding" with Karen Kleiman of the Postpartum Stress Center in PA.  

I hold a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with a specialization in Holistic Studies, from Lesley University. I am a past President and past Professional Development Coordinator of the Massachusetts Mental Health Counselor’s Association, and have been licensed by the Commonwealth. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of CA, CT, FL,  and in the state of AZ.  In addition to having gone to Lesley University, I also taught as Adjunct Faculty in the undergraduate program.

I love helping women in the Waltham and Boston area achieve their goals and really heal through the power of individual therapy.  I'm always learning from my clients!  I have a dog and a cat, and LOVE to travel.  My favorite place in the whole world is Disneyland (I'm a dis-nerd).  I love to read, kint, cook, and watch Netflix, and hang out with my peeps.  I'm currently studying a lot about sex therapy and how women can embrace their most sexual selves!

In 2019, I became a PMH-C, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional by PSI.

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"Overcoming Your Pregnancy Body-Image Fears" by Aexandra Grablewski

September 2009, Expectant Mother's Guide Online:

"Postpartum Depression: Recognizing and Tips for Overcoming PPD"

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"Mamma Mental Health" 

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Postpartum Mental Health: How You and Your Family Can Ensure Support

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