Our mental health is a vital component of overall well being. As an African American Lesbian I am very aware of the importance of access to inclusive, culturally appropriate mental health care.   I am co-owner of our practice and we are committed to providing access to mental health services for all aspects of the community, particularly for those who have been historically marginalized and/or denied such access.  We commit to supporting inclusive, supportive, engaged therapists who reflect the communities we serve including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse individuals, across income levels, ages, faiths, and ability levels.

   I am a multicultural feminist therapist who believes that the client is the expert in their own life. My role as the therapist is to assist the client in gaining insight and an understanding of why they are in distress. I believe many difficulties we experience stem from unresolved issues from past experiences and/or relationships. We often bring these issues into our current relationships whether romantic, work, school, or family. Our experiences are also impacted by the intersectional connections between our cultural identities (including our race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability status, religion) and our environment. Racism, sexism, heterosexism, ableism and other forms of oppression impact our ability to function at our best. I believe the goal of therapy is to thoroughly explore current distressing situations, how or whether they connect to past experiences and together with the client determine the best approach to resolving distress.

   I earned my PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Florida in 1994 and am board certified in Rehabilitation Psychology.  In addition to my roles as co-owner and practicing therapist, I have been active in academia for the past 30 years currently serving as Vice Provost of Healthcare Access and Quality at Walden University.  When I’m not working, I'm spending quality time with my wife of 30 years and supporting our Gen Z son Jeremiah as he navigates his way through college.  I love traveling, reading mysteries and science fiction, rooting for my favorite sports teams,  and making time for the important connections in my life.