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I am experienced in working with diverse groups of adults at varying stages of their lives who bring a variety of personal and relational challenges to therapy. My goals are to help you increase your level of self-awareness, enhance your relationships, develop tools to cope with life stressors, and ultimately optimize your mental health. We are all entitled to live our most authentic life; I am here to support you on this journey.

You are worth your wellness! We so often get stuck in the challenges of our daily life, stuck on our "flaws", stuck in general! Let me be your partner in figuring out how to create movement in your life. I believe therapy is about self understanding and compassion. As a licensed clinician with 10+ years of experience treating mental health issues, I'm prepared to join you on your path to self discovery and passionate about helping you reach your goals!

I specialize in treating trauma/stress disorders and anxiety issues. Using principles of dialectical behavior therapy, schema therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, I am confident that I can help you build insight and learn to manage the challenges life throws your way. I believe whole heartedly that everyone is capable of change and growth.

Let's work together to learn about you. I understand how tough it is to reach out for help and respect the work that it takes to create change. I love therapy because I love people. Let's work on helping you to love you!

When you become a parent, your child is the apple of your eye. You want the best life for them and you will do almost anything to ensure their safety and their happiness. Children bring joy to our lives; they are energetic, quirky and imaginative. Kids exhibit their personalities through play and social connections. Watching our tiny humans grow and learn is precious. Children test boundaries with adults as part of several developmental stages. Being inquisitive creatures, this is a child’s way of testing the environment. Dynamic relationships can affect a child's wellness causing behaviors that confuse parents and children.

Thankfully, there is help for parents and children who are concerned about ADHD, depression or anxiety. Children require creative methods of intervention to help them through these scary times. Because children’s play is often imaginative and accentuates their thoughts and feelings, creative arts therapy is the technique I use to help you and your child.

The best strategy with kids is to mimic their level of energy, shyness or creativity that they are expressing. The focus of therapy is to help your child learn coping skills that will benefit them in their world. Let’s work together to ensure your little peanut or preteen has all the tools they need to reach their full potential.

In a career that first began twenty years ago in the Middle East and journeyed to NYC, I have seen clients from every conceivable background who have sought nurturing guidance to face trauma, anxiety, grief and sadness. Often, whether working with men and women suffering from loss or separation, abuse victims, veterans, refugees, or families of substance abusers, I have witnessed that moment of clarity in a client when they realize there is actually hope for a better, more satisfying life. This, I believe, is the essence of therapy and I strive to smooth the path towards and beyond it.

My aim is to help my clients recover hope and find the hero within. I focus on deepening client/therapist relationship through insight, empathy, mindfulness, humor, care, creativity and humanity. Furthermore, I am determined these be not just words we throw around, but pointers towards a better life filled with dignity.

I love literature and have a Master's degree in Creative Writing. This, I believe, can be another unique window in one's approach to therapy.

To listen to another person's story and be a part of the process of their progress is my mission. I have always been curious about human interactions and the story that someone tells. As a psychotherapist, I see that working with the human psyche in the Western world can present challenges. A place where "wellness" is fostered with approaches that seek to eliminate undesired behaviors and thought patterns. Instead I work in a way that welcomes all aspects of you and and your personality. I bring a compassionate and curious approach to facilitating your journey toward understanding yourself more deeply and moving toward change.

If you are experiencing barriers that are keeping you from having a fulfilling life, I urge you to seek psychotherapy. I am experienced in crisis counseling, individual therapy, substance abuse and group work. I have training in PTSD, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindful Self Compassion. I use IFS and self compassion to address anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, relationship issues and other life challenges.

Shelly is an integrative and holistic psychotherapist with 13 years of experience devoted to the conversation of improving lives. Her approach is interpersonal and relational to best empower and accomplish your goals. She works collaboratively with people to improve connection. In addition to her psychotherapy expertise, she is a certified Holistic Health Coach with an extensive understanding of food and nutrition.

It can be hard to recognize when you need to turn to someone else for help. Sometimes having a trusted person outside your family & friends can offer clarity and help during difficult situations. I work with my clients to identify what is making them feel "stuck" or overwhelmed and put them back on the path of feeling empowered, grounded and hopeful. By exploring your thoughts & feelings, we will be able to move you forward and help you to find the support you need and find happiness in the moment.

During this unique time, I am also offering short term support to individuals in quarantine, especially students on college campuses

I work with individuals (children and adults), couples and families with a wide range of challenges and diagnoses.