My approach to therapy
In addition to earning a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from
Columbia University, I have completed the following postgraduate training
programs:
• The Institute for Psychoanalytic Education at NYU School of Medicine
• The Stephen Mitchell Relational Study Center
• New York Milton H. Erickson Society for Psychotherapy & Hypnosis
Clinical Experience
Before beginning my private practice 17 years ago, I worked in four
outpatient clinics (with children, adolescent, and adult clients) and on
two adult inpatient psychiatric units. I have four decades of clinical
experience.
​Professional Training
In my clinical work, I have found that clients often benefit from a supportive therapeutic relationship, as well as from developing a clearer understanding of how significant relationships and life experiences have influenced their emotional functioning and patterns of relating.
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My work with clients also emphasizes developing effective ways of understanding and responding to current challenges, with attention to both emotional and practical concerns.
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I seek to maintain a balance between supporting clients in clarifying their own perceptions, values, and preferences, and offering carefully considered perspectives informed by relevant psychological theory and a thorough understanding of each individual’s circumstances.
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My therapeutic approach is eclectic, integrating both psychodynamic and cognitive perspectives
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