About Me

I am a PA and NJ licensed psychologist with 30+ years experience providing psychotherapy and counseling to adults and adolescents. I am passionate about helping people overcome self-defeating beliefs and self-imposed obstacles so they can feel better, have more satisfying relationships, and enjoy life fully. I work extensively with anxiety, stress, panic, phobias, grief, depression, co-dependency, and couples/marital problems. I have training and experience in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, family systems, and practical, solution-focused methods. First and foremost, I strive to provide a place where clients can count on confidentiality, respect, and being heard and understood.

I will help you identify goals that are vital, realistic, and achievable, and teach you self-help tools to help you feel better as you move toward your goals. I have specialized training and experience in hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming, EMDR, and "cutting edge" energy psychology approaches. Treatment is geared toward your individual interests and needs.

I received my Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology) in 1984 from the Virginia Consortium for Professional Psychology, an APA approved clinical psychology program in Norfolk and Wllliamsburg, Va. My undergraduate degree was also in psychology -- a B.A with High Distinction from the University of Virginia.

I take my commitment to my clients very seriously and I strive to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field of psychology. I am certified (levels I and II) as a practitioner of Eye Movement Densensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), I have advanced certification in Heart Assisted Therapy (HAT), I am a Master Practioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a Diplomate of the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (NBCCH), as well as a DCEP or Diplomate of Comprehensive Energy Psychology. I am happy to answer any of your questions or concerns about the services I provide. Don't hesitate, give me a call or email me today.