About
The Heart of My Work
Hello and welcome.
My journey into therapy is rooted in a deep understanding of the power of giving and receiving help. Growing up in a large immigrant family, I learned early on that we are never just individuals; we are part of a beautiful, complex web of relationships that shape who we are. This wasn't just a life lesson for me, it became my passion. It’s what led me to study Marriage and Family Therapy, and it continues to fuel my growth as both a person and a professional.
I believe that meaningful change requires time and a safe place to land. In our work together, we take the time to truly unpack your story. I am committed to working patiently so that you can begin to deeply connect with and understand yourself. My goal is not just for you to feel seen by me, but for you to feel truly seen by yourself, and for couples and families to reach a place of deep, mutual understanding with one another. We move at your pace, creating the spaciousness needed for these internal and relational connections to take root.
As a full-time professor, I spend a lot of my time in the world of clinical theory. Teaching allows me to be a perpetual student, and I bring that same curiosity into the room with you. My work is about making therapy feel human and inclusive; I’ve authored work on how to take traditional models and "queer-contextualize" them so they actually fit our modern lives. I’m ever eager to learn your unique story and evolve alongside you.
Beyond academia and therapy, I wear many hats: mom, wife, sister, Titi, and friend. These roles offer me daily, real-world insights into the messy, beautiful complexities of human connection. When I’m not in the therapy room or the classroom, you’ll likely find me nurturing my plants, moving my body, or getting lost in a book. I love the simple rhythm of playing with watercolors, the feeling of the sun on my face, and getting soft and cozy, especially in the wintertime. These moments ground me and allow me to engage in therapy in deep and meaningful ways, incorporating not just the depth and healing of the work, but fun and playfulness as well.
As a neurodiverse clinician of color, I recognize that our well-being is deeply tied to the environments and histories we move through. I am here to offer a space that respects the fullness of who you are, your race, culture, neurotype, religion, gender, relationship structure, and immigration history. My goal is to create a supportive environment to practice taking risks, building self-compassion, and stepping into new ways of being.
Credentials
Clinical Identity
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in New York and New Jersey, specializing in trauma-informed and systemic care. My work is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complex layers of their lives to find greater ease and authentic connection.
Education
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychological Services and a Professional Diploma in Marriage and Family Therapy. This background provides the essential foundation for my understanding of human development, diversity, and my systemic lens, allowing me to see the individual within the context of their broader world.
Expertise
I am a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapist and Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, with full training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). My expertise is further deepened by advanced training in Structural, Experiential, and Sex Therapy. This diverse toolkit allows me to address your life in its full context—from healing individual "parts" to restructuring intimate relational dynamics with precision.
Approach
My approach is truly integrative, blending the structural "bones" of family systems with the deep emotional processing of experiential models. By incorporating a neuro-affirming lens, I provide a space where the intersection of your history, biology, and relationships can be explored without judgment. I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship; it is through a combination of clinical care and intentional spaciousness that even the most "sticky" patterns finally begin to loosen.
Affiliations
I am an active member of the AAMFT and currently serve as the Co-Chair of the DEIJ Committee for the New Jersey Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. These roles allow me to stay at the forefront of the field, advocating for equity, justice, and the highest ethical standards in mental health care.
Leadership & Supervision
My commitment to the field extends into mentorship as an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. As a full-time Professor, I bridge the gap between training and clinical practice, ensuring that the next generation of clinicians is equipped to work compassionately and systemically.