ABOUT ME

Why I Do This Work

From an early age, I was intensely attuned to emotion — my own and others’. That sensitivity sparked a deep curiosity about the human experience and a desire to form meaningful connection. It’s what drew me to psychiatry, and what continues to shape the way I practice today.

My Training in Adult and Child Psychiatry

I completed nine years of post-graduate training: medical school, a residency in adult psychiatry, and a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry.

  • Bachelors in Neuroscience at the College of William and Mary, 4 years

  • Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O) from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine New York, four years

  • Adult Psychiatry Residency at the Medical Center of Aurora Colorado, three years

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, two years

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

My Approach

I began my career in traditional psychiatry settings, but over time, I saw how often people were reduced to checklists and labels — their complexity overlooked in the rush to stabilize symptoms. I wanted more space. More listening. More care that honored the full picture.

How I Practice Integrative Psychiatry Now

I created Cedar Integrative Psychiatry to offer thoughtful, trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming care. I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, and burnout — especially those who feel like they’ve tried everything and still don’t feel understood.

Living with ADHD and Supporting Neurodivergent Clients

At 30, I was diagnosed with ADHD. That moment changed how I saw everything — including myself. It helped me make sense of the parts of me I’d long judged: the fog, the emotional intensity, the difficulty following through. It didn’t just bring clarity — it brought relief.

That experience deepened my commitment to working with neurodivergent clients — especially those who’ve been masked, missed, or misdiagnosed.

You can read more about my neurodivergent-affirming approach here.

You’re not on this journey alone — and you don’t have to keep trying so hard to hold it all together by yourself. Together, we can explore what healing, connection, and a fulfilling life mean for you.

Ready to begin? Let’s connect and see if we’re a good fit.

I offer a free 15-minute consultation to answer your questions and help you get a feel for how I work. Let’s see what working together could look like!