Therapeutic Style: My theoretical approach to treatment focuses primarily on the use of cognitive behavioral therapy and third-wave cognitive behavioral therapy, such as acceptance and commitment therapy. My general practice focuses on the individuality of each student and a desire to collaboratively tailor treatment to best fit their experiences, strengths and preferences.
Professional Interests: My professional experiences have involved working with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), personality disorders and substance use disorders. My experiences have occurred across a variety of settings: college mental health centers, Veterans Affairs and a university medical center. My areas of clinical specialization have primarily focused on the cognitive symptoms of anxiety, such as worry, and overlapping presentations of anxiety and depression. In addition to these specializations, I am also interested in anger, imposter syndrome and overall adjustment to college, particularly for first-generation college students and veterans.
Educational Background: I am a first-generation college student and began my educational career at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, New York, receiving an associate of arts and sciences degree in psychology. Following this, I completed a bachelor of arts degree in psychology at the University at Buffalo, followed by a master of arts in psychology at the University at Buffalo. To culminate my educational experiences, I completed my Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Ohio University. I was extensively involved in research throughout my academic career, focused on identification and prevention of risk factors for anxiety disorders. This work has led to multiple published articles and a grant focused on risk factors such as intolerance of uncertainty and anxiety sensitivity. I am currently a staff psychologist at the Barnes Center at The Arch and am pursuing licensure as a clinical psychologist.
Pronouns: He/Him/His