My approach

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My practice is deeply informed by the tradition of relational psychoanalysis. Because the word “psychoanalysis” can carry a lot of historical weight, I want to clarify what it means to me. 

At its heart, relational analysis is built on a simple but powerful idea: we are fundamentally shaped by our connections with others, and so the most powerful therapeutic tool is a safe, authentic relationship. Rather than maintaining an artificial distance, I aim to bring my genuine presence, warmth and curiosity into the room with you. We develop an active partnership– a collaborative environment where you can safely explore the patterns and histories that shape you, experiment with new ways of being, and arrive at a freer and more expansive view of your life.

My background

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I earned my Master’s degree from Bryn Mawr College’s Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. Following that, I completed a two-year post-graduate fellowship at Haverford College, focusing on the interpersonal and relational psychodynamic treatment of young adults. Currently, I am in private practice in Philadelphia and am pursuing intensive psychoanalytic training at the William Alanson White Institute in New York.