As a licensed psychologist and geropsychologist with a passion for brain health, I am committed to supporting cognitive and emotional well-being across the adult lifespan. From early prevention in young adulthood to care in later life, I believe brain health is essential to how we live, connect, and thrive. My work combines science and compassion to help individuals and families navigate challenges, build resilience, and protect what matters most: the mind.

Over many years at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, I led clinical and programmatic initiatives focused on brain health, resilience, and behavior change across neurology, psychiatry, and primary care. I developed and directed services that supported cognitive and emotional wellness, digital health innovation, and patient engagement. As an Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School, I also mentored trainees and colleagues in evidence-based approaches to brain and behavioral health. Additionally, I co-directed a brain wellness program supporting patients with neurological conditions, providing both individual and group care to help build resilience and enhance quality of life.

Regarding my training, I earned my PhD in Counseling Psychology from Lehigh University. My clinical training included a postdoctoral fellowship in Geropsychology at the Boston VA and a predoctoral internship at the Bay Pines VA, with a focus on Geropsychology and Neuropsychology. I also worked for many years as a Behavior Specialist and Consultant in long-term care facilities. I have specialized training in evidence-based treatments, specifically Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). I am a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT).

Much of my clinical and coaching work focuses on brain health, enhancing motivation for wellness and behavior change, geropsychology, and dementia strategy and intervention for individuals with cognitive changes and their families.