About Me

"Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else."

- Judy Garland

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When it comes to health and overall well-being, it’s important to have a knowledgeable professional you can turn to. Over the years, I’ve provided psychological services to patients throughout the New York City and Long Island area, and more recently in Jerusalem, Israel and online via teletherapy. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of mental health and psychological services. 

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​I specialize in Behavioral Medicine, implementing evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, pain, and other symptoms due to temporary, chronic, or terminal medical conditions or diagnoses.​

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Prior to moving to Israel, I completed my doctorate at LIU Post and had advanced training in DBT at the NYS Psychiatric Institute, Columbia University; learning from leading researchers and clinicians in the field. There, I worked with individuals with eating and borderline personality disorders, and more challenging clients with suicidal thoughts and self-injurious behavior. Upon graduating, I worked as the staff psychologist in several nursing homes and rehabilitation centers, helping the geriatric and rehabilitation population adjust to their medical conditions and multiple losses, including stroke, dementia and end-of-life concerns. In addition to working with these patients, I often consulted and comforted their families as they adjusted to the new stage of life of their elderly loved ones. 

 

I currently work with adults experiencing:​

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Stress

• Life Transitions

• Anger Management 

• Psycho-somatic Disorders 

• Grief 

• Phobias

• Self Harm

• Insomnia 

• PTSD

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​Feel free to reach out if you are experiencing any of these or other symptoms. I am happy to assist you with your journey, using evidence-based practices to help you adjust to these stressors and help you achieve your goals.