• Persistent sadness, irritability, and anger

• Isolation and feelings of worthlessness

• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed

• Changes in appetite, weight, or sleeping patterns

I help patients become more motivated and energized to build friendships and connect with others, improve their self-esteem, gain better control over their moods and outbursts, and develop a sense of purpose and hope for the future. I also empower parents to effectively manage their children's health and behavioral concerns.

• Difficulty concentrating or staying focused

• Hyperactivity, restlessness, or impulsivity

• Repetitive behaviors or thoughts

• Difficulty managing time and tasks effectively

Through personalized treatment plans, I help my patients improve focus and attention, reduce hyperactivity and restlessness, develop effective time management skills, and enhance overall productivity and quality of life.

• Minimal social interaction outside of the home

• Frustration and difficulty regulating behavior

• Challenges in understanding and interpreting social cues and norms

• Sensory sensitivities and repetitive behaviors

I help my patients improve their ability to express themselves, navigate social situations, and regulate emotions effectively. Addressing sensory sensitivities and implementing structured routines can promote a sense of stability and well-being.

• Significant mood swings and difficulty regulating emotions

• Severe and persistent irritability and frequent temper outbursts

• Impulsivity and risky behaviors

• Strained relationships and disruption in family dynamics

I work with my patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address mood stabilization, emotional regulation, and symptom management. I help individuals achieve better emotional balance, improve coping skills, and enhance overall quality of life.

• Recurring distressing memories or dreams

• Avoidance of triggers associated with the trauma

• Irritability, difficulty sleeping, or hypervigilance

• Persistent negative beliefs, feelings of guilt or shame, or a diminished interest in activities

I help patients to reduce distressing symptoms and improve coping strategies. I work collaboratively with patients to address underlying emotional wounds, build resilience, and support their journey toward healing and recovery.

• Withdrawal and isolation from social activities

• Constantly checking in the mirror for what are thought to be flaws

• Eating alone or in secret to avoid embarrassment

• Ongoing worry or complaints about being unhealthy or overweight, frequent talk of losing weight

I help patients engage or re-engage in social activities, hobbies, and daily life. My approach fosters a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food, reduces distress or anxiety related to body image, food, or exercise, and enhances self-worth. 

Common experiences of adopted children include:

• A loss of control and instability through home displacement

• A sense of loss when they think of their birth parents

• Identity issues and trouble feeling included in their adopted family

• Feeling unwanted by their biological parents, leading to feelings of guilt and shame

• In young adults, this may manifest in difficulty creating intimate and meaningful relationships with family/friends

I help my patients to feel connected to others, nurture a sense of community, boost self-validation and self-esteem, foster a sense of belonging, overcome feelings of abandonment, and cultivate healthy relationships and attachments.

Parents of blended families may be experiencing: 

• Stress and challenges throughout the adoption process

• Feelings of loss stemming from missed significant moments in their adopted children's lives

• Grief when their adopted child expresses curiosity about their biological parents

• Difficulties in navigating and adjusting to blended family dynamics

I help parents by strengthening their emotional bond and communication with their child and increasing their confidence in addressing tough questions about their child’s pre-adoption history. I offer collaborative sessions with the whole family, designed to create a safe space for open communication, conflict resolution, and exploration of family dynamics.