I am a psychologist in private practice, providing group and individual psychotherapy for adults.  The work I do often focuses on

• emotional growth and development,
• relationships with one's self and with others,
• healthy self-understanding,
• enhancement of physical health through psychological wellness, and
• greater life satisfaction.

In addition to my extensive background in Clinical Psychology, I am trained and experienced in Neuropsychology (the study of the brain-behavior relationship).  I understand well the connections between physical and emotional well-being.

I have a special interest in interpersonal neurobiology, an integrative approach which cultivates mindful awareness.  The practice of mindfulness is now being shown to stimulate the brain to grow new, more integrated circuits ~ and may be at the heart of well-being, including emotional balance and resilience, enhanced relationships and attachments, improved cardiac and immune function, and an enhanced sense of empathy, connectedness, and self-understanding.  This dovetails extremely well with my interest in the psychology of authentic happiness (also referred to as "positive psychology"), working from a focus on using one's signature strengths for more fulfilling relationships, better health, and more meaningful work.

Some of the researchers and writers whom I find invigorating to psychotherapy include (and these are only a few):

• Daniel Siegel, MD;
• Tara Brach, PhD;
• Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD;
• Martin Seligman, PhD; and
• John O'Donohue, PhD. 

Professional Background

•  Ph.D., Clinical Psychology
       Emory University ~ Atlanta, Georgia
•  Internship, Clinical Psychology
       U.N.C. Medical School ~ Chapel Hill
•  M.A., Psychology
       State University of New York at Binghamton 
•  B.A., Psychology (with Distinction)
       University of Virginia ~ Charlottesville

Professional Memberships

• American Psychological Association
• American Academy of Psychotherapists
• District of Columbia Psychological Association

                                              Member of the American
                                            Psychological Association 

                              Credentialed by the National Register of
                               Health Service Providers in Psychology