About Me
I am a former NCAA Division I athlete and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience serving clients in MA and RI. I help my clients reach their full potential and find more peace and joy in their lives.
Why Choose Me
As a former college athlete, I am interested in athlete mental health and treat issues impacting current and former athletes ages 10 and up. I see my clients as whole human beings, not just sport performers. I help athletes and non-athletes overcome barriers and learn healthy coping skills to manage their stress and anxiety. I am a Board Member of the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker serving clients throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. As a dedicated member of the National Association of Social Workers, I provide evidence-based care grounded in decades of professional practice.
My approach is deeply informed by my history as a former NCAA Division I soccer player at Boston College. I have remained a leader in the athletic community as the Founder of the Cape Cod Women’s Soccer League and was recently honored with induction into the New Agenda Northeast Women's Sports Organization Hall of Fame.
Bridging the gap between mental health and performance, I am the Co-Chair of the Clinicians Committee of the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports and a vetted clinician for the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee. These specialized designations recognize my unique understanding of the pressures facing athletes at the highest level of competition.
What Makes Me Stand Out
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Who I Work With
I enjoy working with individuals who want to make positive changes in their own lives and relationships.
I have experience treating children, adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, adjustment issues, women's issues, parenting issues, behavioral problems, life transitions, grief, divorce, substance abuse, codependency, aging issues, dementia, and caregiver stress.
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How I Support My Clients
My goal is to provide a safe space to my clients so they feel comfortable sharing their stories with me confidentially.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practices, and a Strengths-Based perspective to support clients as they work to overcome the challenges they are facing.
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What You Can Expect
My primary focus is on self-care, utilizing healthy coping skills, and improving overall health and wellness.
My clients have stated that I am a very kind, caring, compassionate therapist who is calming and easy to talk to. My practice is client-centered, and treatment is based on the individual needs of each client. I am currently seeing clients in person or via Telehealth.
