I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Albany and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Albany and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental disorders including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and substance abuse.
I am dedicated to meeting each of my clients where they are at in their journey, whether they are seeking professional help for the first time or looking for a fresh perspective. I believe in a strength-based approach, which builds upon each client’s strengths and helps them to affect change within themselves. With the support of a trusting therapeutic relationship, I strive for each of my clients to live a healthier and happier life.
In the profession of Clinical Social Work, the Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD) is the premier advanced-generalist practice certification. Those who hold it have met the highest standards in clinical education, training and experience, and they are recognized for quality practice by courts, other professionals, consumers, government agencies, insurers and healthcare companies.
A divorce mediator is a neutral third party specially trained to help couples with dispute resolution. The mediator’s role is to help both parties identify, negotiate, and come to a mutually-acceptable agreement on the various issues and financial matters required to end their marriage out of court.
OASAS approved to provide clinical screening, assessment, and treatment of alcohol and substance abuse dependency for individuals charged with or convicted of an impaired driving offense.
OASAS approved to provide direct clinical care services and substance use disorder counseling. CASACs are approved to provide diagnostic assessments, evaluations, interventions, referrals, and substance use disorder counseling.
LCSWs are mental health professionals who provide counseling, evaluation, intervention, and case management services to those who struggle with mental, social, familial and/or medical issues. LCSWs are able to diagnose clients and provide therapies or treatments independently.
Certified School Social Workers provide counseling and support to children in an academic setting. Certified School Social Workers collaborate with teachers, parents, school counselors, and school administrators to help students who struggle with issues that may hinder their academic performance and well-being.
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