I have spent my life studying people—how we interact, why we struggle, and how we can alleviate pain and stress to live with joy, integrity, and intention. 

My journey began in my teens when I immersed myself in the practices of Zen Buddhism, yoga, and breathwork. Studying under Thich Nhat Hanh, widely recognized as 'the father of mindfulness,' profoundly shaped my path, and I almost became a Zen Buddhist nun in my 20s. Although I decided not to ordain, I have dedicated the last 25 years to cultivating mindfulness and studying the art and science of healing and well-being.

Academically, I earned a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College and a Master’s degree and Ph.D. in Development Sociology from Cornell University. For many years, I worked as an educator and researcher, exploring the inextricable connection between personal transformation and societal change.

As a coach and therapist, I integrate depth-oriented psychology with somatic, body-based approaches and specialize in advanced therapeutic practices for healing complex developmental trauma (C-PTSD). Drawing on the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), I guide individuals through a process of self-discovery and growth. My approach is rooted in relationality, mindfulness, and integrity, reflecting my belief that personal healing and self-awareness foster deeper connections and drive collective transformation. By integrating wisdom traditions with cutting-edge science, I help my clients build resilience, cultivate self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-trust, and create meaningful change.