My Approach

I am an adult psychiatrist licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York currently offering telehealth services.  I work with a variety of patients, from people having difficulties adjusting to new life situations to those suffering with depression and anxiety.  With my patients, we decide together what kind of therapy would best suit their individual needs.  Sometimes it's weekly therapy and sometimes I may recommend medication.  The overall goal is always the same: to help you gain an understanding of the problem at hand, to support you in the process of recovery, and to complete treatment with a healthier and happier frame of mind and body. I approach treatment with each individual from an holistic perspective; taking into account their emotional state, what is happening within their environment, and their biological makeup. 

My Background

When I began medical training, I did not expect that I would become a psychiatrist. Like all medical students, I completed rotations in emergency medicine, surgery, obstetrics, family medicine, and pediatrics. While each experience offered valuable lessons, none felt like the right fit. That changed when I began my psychiatry rotation.

Psychiatry provided the kind of patient care I had been searching for—the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients, the intellectual challenge I craved, and the complexity of the human mind that I found endlessly fascinating. Training in the hospitals of New York City helped shape my identity as a community psychiatrist: a physician who places the patient at the center of care and recognizes the profound impact of social, environmental, and cultural factors on mental health.

As my training progressed, I was fortunate to work with exceptional mentors who introduced me to the depth and power of psychotherapy. Their guidance inspired me to seek additional training beyond the hospital setting, where I explored psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalytic thinking. Throughout my career, I have integrated these two essential perspectives in psychiatry—the medical and the psychological—into a comprehensive approach to treatment. This philosophy continues to guide my work today.

I remain committed to lifelong learning and regularly incorporate new developments, evidence-based treatments, and therapeutic techniques into my practice. While I consider myself a general psychiatrist, I have developed particular expertise in several areas. Over the past decade, I have focused extensively on the opioid epidemic, strengthening my work in addiction treatment and advocating for resources such as Al-Anon to support family members affected by substance use disorders.

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I also feel a deep commitment to providing affirming, compassionate care for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to create a space where patients feel understood, respected, and supported as they navigate life's challenges and pursue meaningful change.