Frequently Asked Questions:

What do you specialize in?

I specialize in trauma and ADHD, with a focus on women navigating late-identified ADHD, complex trauma, and substance use/and or addiction. Many clients come to me after recently recognizing themselves in this way and are working to understand how it has shaped their relationships, sense of self, and way of moving through the world, often alongside grief for lost time, rejection sensitive dysphoria, and difficulty with emotional regulation.

Creativity is central to how I work. Art making offers a way to express what's often hard to put into words, especially for those who have spent years masking or overexplaining. Through image, color, and materials, clients externalize feelings, process memories, and gain clarity, often reaching insight faster than talk alone allows.

My approach is integrative, humanistic, and strengths-based, drawing on art therapy, talk therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic practices to support nervous system regulation, self-compassion, and lasting change. Every session is shaped around what you need, whether that's art materials or simply talking things through.

Who do you work with?

I work with adults, children, and teens facing anxiety, life transitions, and the challenges of neurodivergence, as well as anyone who has felt different, misunderstood, or like they don't quite fit the mold. I also support parents of kids with ADHD in understanding what their child is experiencing and finding new ways to connect.

What do standard sessions cost?

$185/60 minutes

Sessions are available through telehealth/online in New York and Conneticut, and in-person on Long Island, NY, or a hybrid of both.

Do you accept insurance?

I currently accept private pay for new clients. If you have out-of-network benefits, I'm happy to provide a superbill you can submit for possible reimbursement. I recommend contacting your insurance provider directly beforehand to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits, so you know what to expect.

What does a session look like?

Sessions are collaborative. I draw on talk therapy, art therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic practices, and we find what fits you together. Some sessions are mostly conversation; others incorporate art-making, movement, or grounding practices. The goal is to meet you where you are and what you're ready to explore. No prior art experience or skill is needed for art therapy, just an openness to the creative process.

What does art therapy look like for children and teens?

For younger clients, sessions are hands-on, using art materials, movement, and creative expression to support focus, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.

What is your EMDR training? How does EMDR work alongside art therapy?

I'm EMDR trained through TICTI. EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps process traumatic or distressing experiences and reduces the emotional charge connected to difficult memories. Art-making complements this process by externalizing images, sensations, and emotions, supporting grounding, integration, and healing. I often draw on related training in trauma-informed expressive arts therapy and Guided Drawing®. If you'd like an EMDRIA certified therapist, you can search here.

How are mindfulness and somatic practices incorporated?

Mindfulness and somatic approaches support nervous system regulation and body awareness. This might look like noticing sensations, breath work, grounding, gentle movement, or rhythm, often alongside art-making.