About

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with specializations in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Assumption College in 2010. In 2013, I established my private practice in Worcester, later relocating to Whitinsville in 2020. I most recently transitioned my practice to Plymouth and expanded my services to include both Massachusetts and Southwest Florida.

I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, including relationship conflict, boundary-setting, and communication challenges. I also have extensive experience supporting individuals with complex trauma (cPTSD), as well as anxiety, stress-related concerns, and ADHD. My work focuses on helping clients understand patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop more effective ways of relating to themselves and others.

In addition to my clinical work, I am licensed through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a School Adjustment Counselor. I bring over a decade of experience in both public and private school settings, where I served as a program coordinator and clinician within therapeutic programs. My background includes Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and I integrate evidence-based behavioral strategies with social-emotional learning to support meaningful, lasting outcomes for youth. I strongly believe that supporting a young person’s environment is just as important as the work done in session.

Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent over 20 years in the field of education as a teacher. I am also a United States Coast Guard veteran and a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston, where I earned degrees in English and Biology.

While “therapist” is my professional title, at my core I am an educator. I value helping people better understand themselves, develop new skills, and create meaningful, sustainable change in their lives.

I strive to provide a holistic, person-centered therapeutic experience, using approaches that align with your goals, needs, and preferences while maintaining a supportive, nonjudgmental, and safe environment. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and that our work together is a collaborative partnership.

My goal is to help you build the skills and confidence to navigate life’s challenges, respond more effectively to difficult emotions and thought patterns, and create meaningful, lasting improvements in your overall well-being.