My own journey through change, grief, trauma, and loss informs both my clinical and artistic work. The digital gallery features samples of my photographic work which are assembled from images of graffiti and textures of the city. Collecting these photographs has become a form of journaling, documenting moments that capture my attention in the moment and remixing them to give them new context, meaning, and form at the end of the day. Preserving images of that which, by it's nature, will be washed away, painted over, reconstructed, repaired, or torn down highlights the tension between holding on and letting go; the images in these layers break apart so they can come back together in new configurations.
Today I am a licensed creative arts therapist (LCAT) and licensed professional art therapist (LPAT) offering services in both New York and New Jersey. My doctoral dissertation explored the therapeutic potential of fiber arts in the context of shared trauma. I have been in practice for eight years and my experience includes individual and group art therapy in both community based and clinical settings for children, adults, and families, as well as professional supervision for ATR candidates. Most of my work now is with adults who experience mental health challenges including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic spectrum disorders. I have presented on the topics of art therapy and technology, attachment theory, fiber art, feminism, craftivism, collective trauma, burnout, and groups at the American Art Therapy Association National Conference, Expressive Therapies Summit in New York, Water and Stone CAT Conference, the School of Visual Arts, New York University, Mount Mary University, Caldwell University, West Liberty University, and BronxCare Health System. I serve on the board of the New York Art Therapy Association as the Continuing Education Chair.