NOW IS THE TIME TO SEE YOURSELF IN A DIFFERENT LIGHT

Welcome

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Even the most motivated and accomplished people sometimes find themselves carrying more than they can comfortably hold. You may be living with:

  • Anxiety that doesn’t let up

  • Grief that feels unshakable

  • The lingering impact of past trauma

  • Difficulty in your marriage communication, trust or talks of divorce

You might be pushing through—but pushing through doesn’t seem to be helping, nor healing. Perhaps you’re feeling like nothing is working and your inner dialogue is filled with too much negative thinking, that leaves you feeling stressed, exhausted, unfulfilled and alone.

You’re looking for a therapist to help make changes that align with who you truly are and how you really want to feel.

You may be wishing for a space where you can pause and catch your breath. A place to untangle what’s been weighing you down and to make sense of the patterns shaping your life. Sometimes that will look like learning new ways to manage stress or anxiety. Or to process grief or trauma. Other times it’s about mending a relationship, letting go of what no longer fits, or finding a steadier sense of self. More than anything, you may be looking for a way forward that feels less like survival and more like living with intention, meaning, and connection. I am here to listen and support you through the issues that are keeping you stuck.

How I Can Help

My role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your lived experiences. Therapy with me isn’t about quick fixes or judgment—it’s about slowing down together, making sense of what’s been shaping your story, and exploring new possibilities. We’ll look at the patterns—both personal and relational—that influence how you see yourself and the world. Along the way, I’ll help you build practical tools for steadiness, clarity, and connection, while also creating room for deeper emotional insight. The goal isn’t just to feel better in the moment, but to move toward a life that feels more authentic, balanced, and connected to what matters most.

I work with teens and adults on an individual basis, as well as with couples. I have the ability to see clients in person or online throughout New York State, making it easy to fit therapy into your busy life. Getting started is simple: simply contact me to schedule your free, no-obligation 15-minute phone consultation.

Specialties For You

Anxiety Therapy

Tired of feeling like your anxiety, stress and worry are constantly looming over you? It may be time to learn how to quiet your anxiety, feel more in control and be more present in your life.

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Grief Counseling

Do you feel like you may not be grieving the right way or that you are grieving too long? Looking for a path that feels authentic to your loss and one that brings healing to your heart? I can help.

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Trauma Therapy

The pain you have been carrying feels like it belongs to you. But now, you are ready to release the pain, shame and fear attached to your story with someone who knows how to help. I am here for you.

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Couples Therapy

The catalyst that pushes you and your partner to seek therapy will be unique to you and your relationship. But regardless of how it happens, suddenly it is clear that “We need help to fix this.”

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Infidelity Therapy

Working through infidelity requires someone who is trained in working with couples dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I am here to support both of you as you work through this together.

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Divorce Counseling

You’ve tried to keep it together, but you realize this marriage will not work. You have so much to say but don’t feel comfortable sharing with friends and family. Counseling will provide the support you need.

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Positive Therapy Services

215 Hallock Rd. Suite 3D
Stony Brook, NY 11790

Directions to My Office:

From 495 (Long Island Expressway):

Take LIE to Exit 63N. Head North on Nichols Road and make a Left (West) onto Route 347. Drive past Kumo Japanese Steakhouse in Stony Brook, NY 11790 and McDonald's in Stony Brook, NY 11790. At the Friendly's in Stony Brook, NY 11790, make a right turn onto Hallock Road. Then turn right into Hallock Road Office Park. You will see the Goddard School on the right. Continue to the last building #215. I am located in this building, side 6, Suite #3D .

From Northern State Parkway:

Take NorthernState Parkway til it merges with Route 111. Drive past the Smith Haven Mall, Loews Home Improvement Store, and the AMC Movie Theatre. At the Stony Brook Friendly's, turn left onto Hallock Road.  Turn right into the Hallock Road Office Park. You will see the Goddard School on the right. Continue to the last building #215. I am located in this building, side 6, Suite #3D .

East Setauket, NY 11733

Take Nichols Road to Route 347 West. Make a right turn onto Route 347. Drive past Kumo Japanese Steakhouse in Stony Brook, NY 11790 and McDonald's in Stony Brook, NY 11790. At the Friendly's in Stony Brook, NY 11790, make a right turn onto Hallock Road. Then make a right turn into Hallock Road Office Park. You will see the Goddard School on the right. Continue to the last building #215. I am located in this building, side 6, Suite #3D .