Mental Health Services

 I am committed to helping my patients ease emotional distress and improve their quality of life. I believe that an empathic framework promotes an environment in which treatment can occur. I view each individual holistically. As such, I provide personalized, evidence-based treatments, incorporating psychotherapy and the judicious use of medications.

 In my practice, I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, behavioral problems and ADHD, among many other conditions. I create individualized treatment plans and utilize psychotherapy, medications when indicated, or both in combination. I provide a diverse range of psychotherapies based on client need, including supportive therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I pride myself on collaborative care, and also provide psychopharmacologic (medication only) treatment for individuals who already have a therapist. 

Every good treatment  starts with a thorough assessment and diagnosis. Through the process of a diagnostic assessment, we can come to a better understanding of the unique factors that contribute to what you are going through now. 

While this can be the first stage of treatment for some, I also provide diagnostic consults or second opinions. 

 After the initial psychiatric evaluation/consultation, I will create an individualized recommendation plan for you or your child. I may recommend ongoing treatment with me or alternatively within another specialized setting.  Each treatment plan is highly individualized, and may consist of a recommendation for therapy, medications or a combination of both. When working with children and adolescents, interventions for the school and home setting may also be recommended.  

Perhaps you are here because your child is going through a difficult time or encountering obstacles at home, at school, or with friends. It might not be clear how to help them through this difficult or unforeseen circumstance. Alternatively, you may be a new parent or soon-to-be parent and want to learn more about transitioning to this new stage of life. It can be difficult to "find your groove" at each stage of parenthood, whether your child is experiencing typical challenges or more significant challenges with mental health.  In my practice, I work with parents and families on interventions that are sensitive to each unique family's needs. I also work with new parents to ease transition to parenthood and to explore parenting styles.