Therapeutic Approach

My therapeutic approach is person-centered and collaborative, tailored to each client’s unique needs. I work to create a safe and supportive space where you can connect more deeply with yourself and your emotions. Trained in multiple evidence-based therapies, I collaborate with clients to determine which approach, or combination of approaches, best supports their healing and growth. My clinical practice integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and somatic or body-focused interventions, particularly for those who have experienced trauma.

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Training and Education

I previously practiced as a Women's Health physician before pivoting my focus to mental health and emotional wellness. This shift was inspired by my patients, whose mental health needs were often not being met by the traditional model of medical care delivery. 

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I hold a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania and completed my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Johns Hopkins University. Earlier in my academic journey, I studied Biological Anthropology at Harvard University and earned a Master of Science in Medical Anthropology as a Rhodes Scholar at the University of Oxford. I most recently earned my Master of Social Work at The Ohio State University, with a focus on mental health.

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My clinical training has included advanced experience in maternal mental health and trauma. I have received training through Postpartum Support International’s Perinatal Mental Health program (PMH-C) and EMDR education, and I am pursuing certification in integrated somatic trauma therapy through the Embody Lab. I also bring to my therapy practice more than a decade of experience as a women’s health physician, supporting patients through complex medical, psychological, and social circumstances.

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Areas of Interest

I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life. I am passionate about supporting women in all phases of their parenthood journeys - whether they are facing the complexities of fertility issues and conception, pregnancy, early parenthood, or loss. I have a special interest in working with clients who have experienced sexual or reproductive trauma, including birth trauma. I  have specialized training and experience working with survivors of human trafficking. My years as an Ob-Gyn physician taught me the importance of care, respect, and patient autonomy, lessons that continue to guide my work as a therapist.

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I am also passionate about supporting healthcare providers as they navigate the mental and emotional complexities of their profession—whether that involves family-building while practicing, managing direct or vicarious trauma, or confronting the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. Trainees in the healthcare professions (residents and students) hold a special place in my heart, as they are just beginning to process the unique stresses and emotions that come with a healthcare career.

 

Because I understand that time and money are limited during healthcare education, I offer flexible scheduling and a reduced fee for trainees. I hope that early psychoeducation and therapy can help equip the next generation of healthcare professionals with self-care techniques to improve professional and personal resilience, as well as patient care.

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What Brings Me Joy

In my personal life, I’m most at peace when I’m connected to nature and the simple joys around me. I love spending time with my husband Matt and our three dogs, visiting national parks, and being near the ocean, or any body of water. I find happiness in watching shapes drift across the clouds, wrapping up in cozy blankets, and listening to the night sounds of nature. Travel and learning about cultures different from my own also bring me joy, expanding my perspective and deepening my appreciation for connection across communities. These moments ground me and remind me of the beauty that exists in everyday life.