I have been a practicing psychotherapist in Austin since 2014. The reason I love being a therapist and doing the work I do is because I genuinely love connecting with people who have decided to take a very vulnerable and hard step. I also love doing the work that I do because I've been there. Saying "yes" too much? Check. Moving around and having to settle down all over again? Been there, done that. Trying to do everything perfectly? Not necessary. Feeling so anxious that you're missing out on the present? Mhmm... Overthinking every single thing? "Brain: remember that one embarrassing memory from 5 years ago?" Oh yeah, let's rehash that again. 

By working on letting go of control, not reflecting my insecurities onto others, loving myself, and learning to laugh more, I was able to work through my anxieties and struggles. This whole adulting thing can be super hard sometimes, but learning how to cope with it in a healthy manner while appreciating the small things in life just feels so much better.

PERSONAL TID BITS:

• I grew up in Columbia, South Carolina.
• Moved to Austin in 2000 (when downtown looked A LOT different).
• I am a HUGE animal lover. ​I have 2 dogs and 1 cat (who thinks she's a dog).
• I am 1st generation American.
• I'm married, I have 2 younger siblings, and no aunts, uncles, or cousins (rare, I know).
• I love to travel.
• Russian was my first language.
• I am culturally Jewish.
• I'm an ESFJ.
• Fellow ADHD-er here (diagnosed as an adult)!
• I'm a (newly discovered) plant lady.​
• I am a huge Longhorn fan -- no matter how much they win or lose.​

PROFESSIONAL DETAILS:

• BA in Psychology from University of Texas at Austin
• MS in Mental Health Counseling from University of Miami
• Licensed Professional Counselor (License #72149)
• ​Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator​​

​Want to set up a free 15-minute consultation to see if we might be a good match? Email me now to set up a call.
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